1952
The demolition of the old 1877 school on Spruce Street began along with a rebuilding of a new school on that site. It would be ready for use for the 1953-54 school year.
WEEK in Peoria becomes the first television station available for viewing in the area.
Beverly Manor School is built, the original building containing only four classrooms. Within a year four more classrooms would be added.
St. Patrick's School is completed and dedicated.
St. Patrick's School is completed and dedicated.
The Dairy Hut Custard Stand opened on Peoria Street. This would later become Byrd's Barber Shop.
The Dairy Hut Custard Stand opened on Peoria Street. This would later become Byrd's Barber Shop.