Dr. W.H.H. Smith, a doctor and registered druggist, purchased this Alta Vista drugstore from Dr. E.W. Eldridge in 1897 after practicing for several years in Eureka, Kansas. Smith established a thriving practice in Alta Vista until moving to Council Grove in 1910. This view, created as a real photo postcard, dates from 1908-1910.
1885 Wabaunsee County Plat Map – Pages scanned by Greg Hoots and assembled and stitched by Tom Parish.
Map of school districts in Wabaunsee County in 1882.
Wabaunsee County Schools
Pavilion School boys enjoy a game of marbles during recess. This photo, dated 1936 identifies the boys, left to right as Dan Glover, Dale Feyh, Dale Townsend and Bill Ekart.
Wabaunsee County Video Recollections
Explore Flint Hills Caves
View photographer Tom Parish's unique views of Flint Hills caves and cellars.