When Louis S. Barnes constructed this building in 1911 he wanted his customers to know exactly what they were buying. He proudly called this the "Daylight Store" and had the structure specially designed to allow lots of light inside. Many of the . . . — — Map (db m263794) HM
Vision When B.S. Barnes came to Oklahoma Territory prior to the 1893 Land Run, he had a vision to start a city. He selected the site of Ponca City for its ample water, a river crossing and access to the railroad. He organized the “Ponca . . . — — Map (db m263672) HM