A closer look on Main Street - circa 1950
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As we continue our aerial survey of Bluffton in the late 1940-early 1950 era, we encourage viewer comments.
Notice:
o the houses across from the high school and post office that no longer exist
o the width of the sidewalk in front of the post office in relation to the other sidewalks
o the era of vehicles on Main Street
o someone riding a bike on Main Street
o the garages in the alley on the west side of Main Street
o the Carma Theater sign
o the clock in front of Citizens National Bank
o is that a Model-T type vehicle in front of the Bluffton News?
Stories Posted This Week
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Friday, August 14, 2026
Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Families and customers create an oral history of memorable Bluffton businesses
- Local students travel to France, Monaco and Italy
- Move on Up: New drug for COVID-19 exposure
- Back to School Days at Bluffton Public Library
- 50 for 250 performances at Bluffton Public Library
- Community meal on August 20 at Bluffton Senior Center
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Obituary for centenarian Lois Jean Andreas
- Thomas "Tom" J. Basinger served in the U.S. Army
- President Sider to present Aug. 25 State of the University address
- August 10 council recap: Spending increase for Benroth bridge repairs
- MHCO requests zoning change for construction of senior duplexes
- WIP Wednesday: 1915 kitchen gets a charming DIY remodel