45 years ago

aug. 6, 1980

Fanned by 34-mph wind, a raging grass fire destroyed 500 acres of pasture Wednesday east of Marion, causing an estimated $20,000 damage. Officials said an 11-year-old boy admitted starting the fire near Marion County Lake.

An employee of Ray Martin Painting of Wichita is pictured as he sandblasts limestone trim on the Marion High School building. After sandblasting is finished, painters will put on a coat of clear sealant to protect the stone.

The annual Produce Derby has discovered many prize-winning specimens this season in spite of hot, dry weather. This week, Mrs. Nathen Bailey of Ramona entered a 7¼-pound cabbage from her husband’s garden.

Mr. and Mrs. Les Byer, owners of Flint Hills Clay Works, are pictured with their son, Eric, as they accept a plaque containing their first dollar of clear profit from Rosse Case and Barbara Longhofer, representatives of Marion Chamber of Commerce.