Historical Marker Series

U.S. Route 66

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historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HMZ51_66-super-service-station_McLean-TX.html
Texas Old Route 66 Historical MarkerBuilt by Bradley Kiser1930then in downtown Alanreed
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HMZ97_bagdad-cafe_Newberry-Springs-CA.html
Originally built in the 1950s, this world-famous restaurant was the location of the 1988 film, "Bagdad Cafe," which became the new name of the restaurant in 1995.
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HMZF6_the-trails-restaurant_Duarte-CA.html
The Trails Restaurant started small, but vigorous in 1952 on land acquired in unincorporated territory along a two lane road known as Highway 66. A welcome stop for travelers, the steak house earned a reputation for its hefty portions, thick soups, crusty c…
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HMZU5_red-hill_Rancho-Cucamonga-CA.html
This site sits at the base of the prominent Red Hill Landmark. The early historic importance of the property stems from its proximity to a reliable water source, Cucamonga Creek, and to its location on the major roadway between Los Angeles and San Bernardin…
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HM130Z_risk-of-the-road_Bloomington-IL.html
Illinois Route 66 was dangerous.Curves, crossroads, and bridge abutments doomed many speeding motorists, giving rise to the nickname, "Bloody 66." After World War II, curves were straightened, towns bypassed, and four lanes built to improve safety. New laws…
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HM13RY_historic-john-osterman-gas-station_Peach-Springs-AZ.html
This property was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on March 15, 2012. The John Osterman Gas Station was one of several privately-owned and operated businesses in the town of Peach Springs during the 1920's through the 1950's. The building,…
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HM13S0_historic-peach-springs-trading-post_Peach-Springs-AZ.html
This property was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on November 21, 2003. The Historic Peach Springs Trading Post, in downtown Peach Springs circa 1932, was an important commercial enterprise for Peach Springs citizens and travelers on Rout…
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HM18S5_kosloskis-historic-stagecoach-stop-and-trading-post_Pecos-NM.html
Built in 1810
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HM1A6T_u-s-66-will-rogers-highway_Vinita-OK.html
Will Rogers formed lifelong ties to Vinita by attending school here, the Worcester Academy, 1889 and the Willie-Hasell College, 1894 and 1895 terms. In 1934, Will returned for a WHC reunion and spoke at Old Settlers Day. He urged friends, "have a rodeo n…
historicalmarkerproject.com/markers/HM1A6Y_1928-route-66-footrace_Claremore-OK.html
Andrew Hartley Payne, a 1927 graduate of Foyil, won the 1928 transcontinental footrace, LA-NYC, a 3423.5 mi. world record in 573 hr 4 min & 34 sec. Andy "Greatest Long Distance Runner in History of Competitive Running" won in the 880 & mile (4:45). He pract…
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