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The History of Prospect HILL

4/13/2016

 
By Jim Jung

"At the time it was platted in 1854 Sioux City was rapidly becoming a gateway to the west by way of river, rail and roads. It was a time of speculation, great economic development and for people to discover their passion for adventure. An early settlement immediately west of what we now consider downtown and a monument situated there represent these times," (Siouxland Magazine, Fall 2015).

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