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Benton School

Other 1880s

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primary occupant / educational institution at Benton School Notable event: Opening (1885) — Benton School opened its doors in 1885, serving the educational needs of Poplar Bluff's growing population. Notable event: Demolition (1922) — The Benton School building was demolished to make way for progress and the construction of the Williamson-Kennedy School.

Name History

1
3rd Ward School
Date unknown
Previous name from site text

Related Historic Sites

Benton School
Benton School
Corner of College and Lindsay
Poplar Bluff's Benton School (1885) stood at College & Lindsay. The building was demolished in 1922; the site became the Williamson-Kennedy School campus.
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Era Active
1880s

City Directory Appearances

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Benton School
Lindsay and College Mrs Hattie Willaimson
1910

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