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You’ve come a long way — The Hinsdale Humane Society has roots back to 1953 when six Hinsdale women were not happy with the condition of the local dog pound. The “shack” had no hot water, a single light hanging from the ceiling and was in general disreapair. In 1958 the society built a new dog pound at a cost of $25,000. That’s a far cry today’s multi-million dollar facility, which offers the finest of care and shelter for its guests. (Hinsdale Historical Society photo)...
Scouts honor - Members of Hinsdale's Boy and Girl Scout troops gathered on the steps of the Memorial Building for this group portrait in 1942 or 1943. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W. First St. or email it to [email protected]. (Hinsdale Historical Society photo)...
Top of their class - In 1911 the Hinsdale Township High School members of Mu Delta Sigma gathered for a photograph. They are (top row) Walter Schmidt, Asa Phelps, Ed Hildebrand, Dana Blayney, Bob Dorsteurtz, (bottom row) Elmer Schmidt, Bob Blodgett, Fred Holvershied and Welfred Hales. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W. First St. or email it to [email protected]. (Hinsdale...
Band of brothers - In May of 1934, most likely on Memorial Day, American Legion Post 250 members gathered on the steps of the Memorial Building. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the American Legion. To view stories about Hinsdale's post, see our web page at https://www.thehinsdalean.com, click on "News" and then select "Making a difference." Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W....
Back in the day - This photo of the northwest corner of First and Washington streets was taken in 1966. The central business district has come a long way under the care of the public works department and the village. The trees and flowers that have been added over the years are a much better reflection of the village's character. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W. First St. or email it...
Summertime in the '60s - The businesses have all changed and many of the buildings are gone but one thing remains constant - it's always easier to find parking in downtown Hinsdale during the summer. This photo of the north side of west First Street was taken in June of 1960. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W. First St. or email it to [email protected]. (Hinsdale Historical...
Postcards from the past - This photo of the Hinsdale Fire Department, in front of the station on First Street, was on a post card mailed on Jan. 16, 1948. It was addressed to the "Hinsdale City Hall, Hinsdale, Ill." The message was, "Dear Sirs, I found this in my old scrap book, I thought it might be interesting to the fire people." It was signed, "A Friend." (Hinsdale Historical Society photo)...
On their honor - Back in the 1940s, Girl and Boy Scouts from across town gathered on the steps of the Memorial Building. A four-legged Troop member snuck in the photo as well. We're confident that it would take a lot more room to capture all of today's Scouts in a group photo. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W. First St. or email it to [email protected]. (Hinsdale Historical...
The fabulous '50s - A shot from the 1950s shows the Memorial Building looking much different than it does today. With the village offices now on the east side and the Hinsdale Public Library on the west side, the building has grown. And while the parking doesn't appear to have changed, the line up of classic cars has. Do you have a Hinsdale photo that is at least 25 years old? We'd love to share it with our readers. Stop by our office at 7 W. First St. or email it to...
