The Old Firebell
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*Elkton, South Dakota.*
Called Elkton Firefighters to duty. Originally hung in the late 1880's in
the belfry of the wooden fire station on the northwest cor...
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Confederate Memorial Day
On this day, April 26th, the state of Mississippi celebrates Confederate Memorial Day.
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