Our Town 100 Years Ago... April 1926

Knowing what has happened in the past, especially 100 or more years ago, has a number of benefits. You have a much better understanding of how much some things have changed, how some things are just repeating again, and whether or not there is really anything to be concerned about now. Take the weather, for instance. In April 1926, temperatures were warm, and moisture was scarce. The first week of the month was cool, averaging a high of 33 degrees and only .14 inches of precipitation. The next three weeks warmed up into the mid to upper 60s and even the upper-70s with only .03 inches of moistu...