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Woodrow Wilson Junior High

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Some wonderful shots of the architecturally-beautiful Woodrow Wilson Junior High, as it slowly fades into Decatur's history: (photos by Julie Carter) aerial photo by Dr. Stephen (Steve) Huss

Decatur Baseball: Fans Field and More

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Here's a collection of photos from Decatur's baseball past, starting with the Commodores and Fans Field (1927-1974).  Fans Field was located on the southeast corner of Garfield and Woodford Streets. demolition in 1975 Fans Field Today..... looking northeast towards 2nd base looking southeast towards home plate looking northwest towards home plate And don't forget there was also baseball played on Staley Field (1915-1923): It is believed that the field was located on the northwest corner of Eldorado and 22nd Streets, near where the Staley Viaduct is today.

Decatur Celebration 2014: Sunday

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Some memories from Sunday, August 3, the final day of the 2014 Decatur Celebration. Big thanks to all involved (Board, chairpersons, volunteers, police/Sheriff, paramedics) who made this a great event!

Decatur Celebration 2014: Saturday

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Miscellaneous shots from Decatur Celebration Saturday as we were out and about: and a free movie showing of "Guardians" at the historic Avon Theater