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Published: Aug 12, 2007 08:09 AM
Modified: Aug 12, 2007 08:09 AM

Franklin Street being prepared for its first paving
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This view looking northwest over downtown on Oct. 12, 1925, shows Franklin Street being prepared for its first paving.
Photo courtesy of the N.C. Collection
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In Oct. 12, 1925 Franklin Street began preparingd for its first paving. The town lacked the money to pave the entire width of the street, so only a portion was paved. What else was important to Franklin Street's history? Find out when the Chapel Hill Museum's permanent exhibit on Franklin Street's history opens in October. In addition to welcoming financial contributions, the museum is accepting photos, documents and memorabilia that help chronicle the history of Franklin Street. Call 967-1400 to lend or donate and be a part of history.

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