W. C. T. U. Building
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Marker Text: Only structure in the nation built, owned and still operated by a local chapter of Women's Christian Temperance Union. Built 1911, with financing and upkeep from annual bazaars held since 1906. Also, used by public library and civic groups.
Determined to abolish liquor by local option election, the chapter organized in 1902. Won first election a year later. Meetings have been held every Wednesday since founding. (1965) Marker No: 5668
Medallion & Plate (Medallion Missing in 2012)
Geographic: 35.912453, -100.381409
Location: 500 Main Street, Canadian
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