Holly -- Are you still here ?? I have more information for you concerning W.R. Notestein : In a conversation with Doug, Property Manager for Columbus City Nebraska, who called me back today, I find that NEBRASKA STREET was named PLATTE STREET first. So, in the early 1900's it went from PLATTE STREET then eventually to NEBRASKA STREET to today's 27th AVENUE. You mentioned OLIVE STREET in your first email. OLIVE STREET was changed to todays 26th AVENUE. So, putting all this information together, it appears that W.R. Notestein's photography business was located somewhere along a block distance on 13th Street, ranging from 26th to 27th avenue. Now, this is not written in rock as nothing truly is, however, I think the odd's heavily favor this conclusion. If I were you, I would do some research on "Frankfort Square" from the historical perspective. Perhaps there is a list of businesses that were leveled in favor of the Square. Also, google up old city maps of that particular area - some actually show names and addresses. Also, I would call that number I posted for the City of Columbus and talk to them about a referral to a city agency concerning old business licenses. Also, you may want to contact the Platte County Courthouse to access information (they may do it for you) concerning the property mentioned above. The relative worth (for tax purposes) when homes and property are bought and sold is public information. Records of this type from early 1900 should still be kept in their files. It may be spotty, but I think that you can look at properties along 13th Street between todays 27th and 26th avenues and find Notestein Photography. Let me know if I can "help" you more. Tomasz

Hey, Tom. You're such an expert at genealogy. May I ask your advice? Cate Caffrey 2007 North 69th Street Omaha, NE 68104 [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]> -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]]On Behalf Of Thomas E. Lassek Sent: Thursday, July 28, 2011 3:08 PM To: Holly Logue Cc: [email protected] Subject: Re: [NEPLATTE] W.R. Notestein Holly -- Are you still here ?? I have more information for you concerning W.R. Notestein : In a conversation with Doug, Property Manager for Columbus City Nebraska, who called me back today, I find that NEBRASKA STREET was named PLATTE STREET first. So, in the early 1900's it went from PLATTE STREET then eventually to NEBRASKA STREET to today's 27th AVENUE. You mentioned OLIVE STREET in your first email. OLIVE STREET was changed to todays 26th AVENUE. So, putting all this information together, it appears that W.R. Notestein's photography business was located somewhere along a block distance on 13th Street, ranging from 26th to 27th avenue. Now, this is not written in rock as nothing truly is, however, I think the odd's heavily favor this conclusion. If I were you, I would do some research on "Frankfort Square" from the historical perspective. Perhaps there is a list of businesses that were leveled in favor of the Square. Also, google up old city maps of that particular area - some actually show names and addresses. Also, I would call that number I posted for the City of Columbus and talk to them about a referral to a city agency concerning old business licenses. Also, you may want to contact the Platte County Courthouse to access information (they may do it for you) concerning the property mentioned above. The relative worth (for tax purposes) when homes and property are bought and sold is public information. Records of this type from early 1900 should still be kept in their files. It may be spotty, but I think that you can look at properties along 13th Street between todays 27th and 26th avenues and find Notestein Photography. Let me know if I can "help" you more. Tomasz ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to [email protected] with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message