For a number of years ending with Christmas 1926, Westby had a city Christmas tree located in the center of the Main and State Street intersection. In 1927, State Highway 11 (Main Street), was paved with concrete for the first time. To celebrate, Westby and the other towns along the new highway had street dances to commemorate the occasion. In 1933 this highway became U.S. Highway 14 and was called the Northwest Highway. The house visible in this photo, was moved in the early 40s up Main Street to 218 North Main where it proudly stands today. On the extreme right is the turret of the Dahl building which houses the Uff-Da Shoppe today. On the left is the Bekkedal Bank that today is Organic Valley.
I think Westby should renew that tradition this year. I'd even come down to see it. (maybe)
ReplyDelete