Category: Florence Field

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A Biography of Architect Everett S. Dodds

Post author By Adam F.C. Fletcher
Post date September 17, 2019
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This is Everett S. Dodds (1898-1958), a prolific and popular architect in Omaha who designed many buildings in North Omaha.

This is a biography of Everett S. Dodds, and prolific architect who designed many buildings in North Omaha from 1914 through 1940.

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A Biography of James M. Parker

Post author By Adam F.C. Fletcher
Post date May 18, 2018
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This is James Monroe Parker (1824-1902), a pioneer banker, farmer and real estate mogul in Florence.

This is a biography of one of Florence’s most important historical figures.

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A History of 6711 North 31st Avenue

Post author By Adam F.C. Fletcher
Post date July 24, 2017
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This is a rearview of the home at 6711 North 31st Avenue.

This is a history of the house at 6711 North 31st Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska.

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A History of Florence Field in North Omaha

Post author By Adam F.C. Fletcher
Post date May 25, 2017
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The biggest subdivision in Omaha’s history in 1926, Florence Field was an Army balloon field, then home to 1,100 lots. Here’s the story!