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Outside Lands Podcast Episode 470: The Great Highway - Part 2

We resume our Great Highway story, covering the 1890s into the first two decades of the 20th century. You could say this period was when the Great Highway really came into its own. It was during this time, that several iconic landmarks made their first appearances, including the rise of Carville.
- Aug 20, 2022

Outside Lands Podcast Episode 470: The Great Highway - Part 2 Outside Lands Podcast Episode 470: The Great Highway - Part 2

(above) 48th & Judah, circa 1905

Carville; several streetcars turned into residences; windmill and water tank

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