Historical Markers and War Memorials in Lee''s Summit
Lee's Summit, Missouri and Vicinity
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On 123 SE 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east.
"In the Lee's Summit Veterans Memorial Building, which stood at this site, Harry S. Truman, 33rd president of the United States first declared his candidacy for an elective political office. Here on March 7, 1922 Truman agreed to become a candidate . . . — — Map (db m91097) HM
On SE Main Street north of SE 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north.
On May 9, 1895, Mr. R.H. Marquette established a cigar factory and store at this location. The store was a local gathering place for men in the community. Its popularity increased greatly when a bowling alley was added to the business years . . . — — Map (db m64129) HM
On SE Main Street north of SE 3rd Street, on the left when traveling north.
This park, named for the founder of the city of Lee's Summit, is located on the original depot grounds which were set aside for railroad use when the town of Strother was platted on October 28, 1865. The town of Strother was later incorporated as . . . — — Map (db m80718) HM
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