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Title
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SC51 Kansas City Centennial Association Scrapbook Finding Aid
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Description
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The hundredth anniversary of the original incorporation of Kansas City was observed in 1950. A number of activities were held, culminating in a parade and pageant in the summer of 1950. Starlight Theater was built to accomodate the pageant. The scrapbook was assembled by the Kansas City Centennial Association during 1949-1950. It includes primarily the newspaper coverage of the event and some photographs and memorabilia.
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Date
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1949/1950
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Object Type
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Finding Aid
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Title
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Thrills of a Century
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Description
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Numerous photos and illustrations and extensive article about the festivities surrounding the Kansas City Centennial celebration in 1950, including shows at the new Starlight Theater and various other parades and shows depicting Kansas City's history. Also dictation of the actual lines in the nightly play "Thrills of a Century."
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Date
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1950
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Object Type
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Magazine Article
