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Title
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In Memoriam
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Description
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Lengthy obituary for Robert E. Arfsten, or Bob Arfsten, which includes his picture. He was the owner of The Dime Store in Brookside. Also includes a poem entitled "In Memory of Bob Arfsten" written by Anne S. Canfield.
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Date
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2002-12-14
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Object Type
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Magazine Article
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Title
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Memorial Park to Honor Owner of Dime Store
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Description
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Article describes efforts by friends and fans of Bob Arfsten, founder of the Dime Store in Brookside, to create a memorial park in his honor. Arfsten died at age 72 in November, 2002.
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Date
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2006-02-08
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Object Type
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Newspaper Article
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Title
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Brookside Fixture Closes Its Doors
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Description
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The Dime Store located in Brookside has apparently closed for good. Located at 314 W. 63rd Street, it was owned by Bob Arfsten. After his death in 2002, his niece attempted to keep it open with new merchandise and extended hours. Other Brookside businesses hate to see it go.
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Date
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2006-06-29
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Object Type
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Newspaper Article
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Title
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Friends Honor Store Owner With Park Court Dedication
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Description
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The park at Brookside Court is to be dedicated to the late Bob Arfsten, owner of the Dime Store in Brookside. He died November 9, 2002. The dedication is to be in early May 2005. There is to be a fountain, wooden perimeter walkway and a plaque with a history of the Dime Store.
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Date
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2005-01-05
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Object Type
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Newspaper Article
