Thanksgiving Day and Weekend

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Thanksgiving is one of AMERICA'S most important holidays. People gather together with friends and family to give thanks for the blessings that have been bestowed upon their lives. The holiday has both religious and cultural significance. Contact the Beaver City CHAMBER OF COMMERCE or a local church for more information about the activities being held in our community.

Phone : 308-289-9966 (Always call and confirm events.)
Fax : 308-268-9966

Web Address :

http://www.beavercitynebraska.org/

Additional Notes :

World's First Flying Doctor

Dr. Frank A. Brewster practiced medicine in Beaver City from 1901 to 1923

Beaver City, NE Monuments

G.W. Shafer & Son, General Merchandise

In 1910, on the square in Beaver City, George Washington Shafer opened what his family lovingly calls, "the first Wal-Mart," G.W. Shafer's. "Grandpa Shafer was the first Wal-Mart," said Jean Shafer of Beaver City. "He sold everything ... absolutely everything."

Beaver City, NE Historic Buildings

Two Story Log House

Visiting the log house is an experience that one can thoroughly enjoy. The original setting is still intact and the area around the house is cleared, allowing the visitors to envision what the house was like when first built. Mr. Wesley Camp homesteaded the land in 1877

Beaver City, NE Pioneer Life

Furnas County Courthouse

When Furnas County organized in late 1873, Beaver City was one of the voting places designated by Governor Robert Furnas, for whom the county was named. Competing with Arapahoe for location of the county seat, Beaver City was chosen for the honor by the people. This is where it has remained.

Beaver City, NE Historic Courthouses

Senator George Norris

It was in Beaver City in 1885

Beaver City, NE Famous People

LASR.net Homepage

Thanksgiving Day and Weekend

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