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Part 1 — John Mann, accomplished gentleman
John Mann’s diverse life included many varied accomplishments: athlete, butcher, grocery manager, city police officer, fire chief, building inspector, fisherman, hunter, taxidermist,…
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Stuart History
The people, places, events and buildings that shaped our town, from its pioneer days to today. Each page gives a short answer first, then the full story with sources you can check.
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Stuart’s 75th Anniversary Celebration, May 6, 1989
During its 75th anniversary celebration, the community of Stuart, Florida reflected on its evolution from a modest pioneer settlement into a thoughtfully…
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1976 Stuart/Jensen Telephone Directory
This slim telephone directory from 1976 captures a moment when Stuart and Jensen were still small, interconnected communities where you could look…
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Teachers’ tour gives great first impression of county
Martin County schools rank among the best in Florida, which can be attributed to good administration and dedicated teachers. Although in years…
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Stuart, Florida Promotional Film, 1964
This promotional film details the rapid economic growth and natural beauty of Stuart, Florida, highlighting the area's booming agricultural industry, modern infrastructure,…
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Support Our Troops bumper sticker – 3
This bumper sticker captures a moment when Americans were moved to publicly declare their support for military service, a sentiment that has…
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25 facts, statistics, coincidences pertaining to Martin County
Forthwith, 25 interesting facts, statistics, coincidences or other unusual information, in no particular order, pertaining to Martin County: (1) Stuart was named…
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New Roosevelt Bridge booklet
This commemorative booklet celebrates the opening of the Roosevelt Bridge, a major engineering achievement that connected Stuart across the Indian River and…
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Smokehouse Sally, popular restaurateur, Part 2
Editor’s note: Part 1 of Smokehouse Sallyy’s story was printed in YourNews, July 19. Sally and Bill Peters had married in 1923…
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Inauguration of Lawton Chiles booklet
This commemorative booklet captures a pivotal moment in Florida history, the inauguration of Governor Lawton Chiles, whose political career reflected the state's…
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Smokehouse Sally, popular restaurateur, Part 1
Many people through the years have moved to Martin County to retire and enjoy a more leisurely lifestyle. There are some, however,…