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Photograph and description of the Old Main at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. The origins and remodeling of the building are discussed. The campus as a whole is also talked about in relation to the other campuses in Abilene.

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[1] p. : ill. ; 13 x 17 cm.

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Photograph and description of the Old Main at Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas. The origins and remodeling of the building are discussed. The campus as a whole is also talked about in relation to the other campuses in Abilene.

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[1] p. : ill. ; 13 x 17 cm.

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For: -- Immediate Release -- From: -- Abilene Chamber of Commerce Public Information Department OR 4-7241, Ext. 5 P. O. Box 2281 Abilene, Texas -- -- ABILENE LANDMARK--Shown in the above picture is Hardin-Simmons University's original Science Hall, constructed in 1891, the first building constructed on the campus. Since that time, most of the structure has been incorporated in another building, still used as a Science Hall, in addition to being remodeled in 1920. Hardin-Simmons is supported by the Baptist General Convention of Texas and is one of three colleges located at Abilene. The others are Abilene Christian College and McMurry College.

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[Text of Old Main Description], text, Date Unknown; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth405822/: accessed July 8, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Hardin-Simmons University Library.

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