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The Washburns (Part I): From Connecticut to McKenzie

Posted 1/14/20

The next chapter in The McKenzie Banner history brings us to the Washburn family. James L. Washburn began working for J. Frank Barlow in 1948. From that point onward, the Washburns evolved into the heart and soul of the Banner and became civic leaders in the community. For over half a century a Washburn has owned The McKenzie Banner with three generations working for the company in some capacity.

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