Created By: Newton Convention & Visitors Bureau
Taken in the fall of 1871, this is the earliest photo known photo of Newton. The photographer was standing in the middle of Main looking over the railroad tracks to the north with a view of the 400 Block of N Main.
A.F. Horner Store is the most prominent sign on the right and a saloon on the opposite side of the street.
Kristine Schmucker, Curator, Harvey County Historical Museum & Archives
This point of interest is part of the tour: Tour of Historic Newton, Ks
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