Franklin School Bell
Memorial Tower
Originally there were 3 school buildings in the community. This bell sat atop the large two story, eight room brick building that was originally the high school and later became the grade school. The schools were in operation from 1907-1966.
Constructed by:
John Nepote & Ray Hamblin
and a host of volunteers
Funding for the tower donated by:
General Joe Scepansky, Houston, Texas
Antoinette (Folker) Blazic, Warren, Michigan
John & Coleen Nepote, Frontenac, Kansas
Bell donated by:
Scotty & Phyllis (Liposek) Bitner
In memory of all the students who attended Franklin Schools
Marker is on 5th Street near Broadway Street (Business U.S. 69), on the right when traveling east.
Courtesy hmdb.org
