Bright sunshine and a clear blue sky were the order of the day for the crowd of 75 who gathered for the dedication of the Texas Historical Commission Marker awarded to the Illinois Bend School.

Six former students, Don Castle, Norene Dowd, Myrt Dunbar, Marcia Sewell Groves, Charlene Lyons and Pauline Parker were honored guests. They came well-supplied with their own personal memories of “School Days at the Bend.”

The sound of school bells, stirrings of nostalgia and a healthy dose of respect and awe, filled the pavilion as the story of life at the “Bend” and the progress of education and culture in the community was rolled out of history for all to hear and ponder

The Illinois Bend Community Club proudly conducted this milestone event and the Montague County Historical Commission happily joined in the effort for the dedication program.

Pictured: Six former students of the Illlinois Bend School attended the ceremony including: Don Castle, Norene Dowd, Myrt Dunbar, Marcia Sewell Groves, Charlene Lyons and Pauline Parker. All were honored guests. (courtesy)

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