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Mysterious murders of Heisley and Todt
The citizens of a community are obviously an integral component of its history, some attaining great prominence, accomplishments or even notoriety, establishing…
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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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Colored Print of Railroad Depot
This vibrant colored print captures the heart of Stuart's transformation, the railroad depot that arrived with Henry Flagler's Florida East Coast Railway…
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Time Traveling: 1935-1939 – Part 2
Forthwith some trivial info from an era long ago; an interesting glimpse into the past. Hendry, cousin of Florida Governor Cone A.A.…
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Celebrating Our Educational Leaders
In this community program, guest speaker Anthony Anderson reflects on the rich educational history and desegregation legacy of Martin County, honoring the…
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Black and White Photo of Railroad Depot
Henry Flagler's Florida East Coast Railway arrived in Stuart in 1894, and this depot became the beating heart of our young community,…
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Time Traveling: 1935-1939, Part 1
Forthwith some trivial info from an era long ago; an interesting glimpse into the past. Stuart’s winter season of ‘35 is profitable…
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Old Port Salerno Roundtable
This community history roundtable features several lifelong residents of Port Salerno and Stuart, Florida, sharing nostalgic and personal reflections about growing up…
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Black and White Ink of Stuart
This simple bottle of ink, donated by long-time Stuart residents Edna and Bill Bartlett, represents the everyday tools of writing and correspondence…
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Notably large families of Martin County, Part 2: The Tschudi family
As described in last week’s column, the Tucker family of Stuart numbered 14 children as one of the largest in Martin County…
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Sandra Thurlow Interviews Jim McMahon, January 12, 2000
This interview captures a nostalgic conversation between Sandra Thurlow and Jim McMahon, who reflects on his long tenure as the recreation director…
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75th Anniversary of Martin County Shirt
This commemorative shirt celebrates a milestone moment in Martin County's history, the 75th anniversary of the county's founding, and represents the community…