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 Galena Kansas Drug rehab, drug rehab center for drugs and alcohol addiction in Galena Kansas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Detox centers Galena Kansas, KS Drugs and Alcohol detox is the process of bringing the person through the withdrawal effects of alcohol or the drug he is using.The first possibility for detox is the conventionnal detox.
In addition, Kansas is a transshipment point for drugs being transported to the eastern United States via Interstates 35 and 70 from the southwest border and west coast cities.
Galena is the eastern end of the segment of Route 66 that passes through Kansas.
www.drug-rehab-center.org /kansas-treatment/Galena.htm   (1491 words)

  
 Galena, Kansas - A Lead Mining Maven - Page 2
One of the most gruesome and interesting stories of Galena’s past began when an enterprising woman by the name of Steffleback decided to profit from the many miners, prospectors and businessmen when she opened a two story bordello in the 1890s.
Finally the dispute between Galena and Empire City entered the courts and after a long period of litigation, a truce was declared between the two cities, which finally began to work together in building one of the best mining camps in the world.
The surrender of her rights as an incorporated city to Galena was made amid great rejoicing and pieces of the old stockade were taken away as souvenirs by citizens of the old Empire and the old Galena.
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 Galena, Kansas - A Lead Mining Maven
Galena residents protested in vain, petitioning the city, which, in turn appealed to the U.S. Government to prevent the closing of a public highway to the U.S. mail.
However, as the gap was being closed and the action of the federal government was too slow, the Galena Mayor, acting under the authority of the city council, organized a posse of fifty citizens to prevent closing the gap.
In 1879, the Kansas City, Fort Scott and Gulf Railroad extended its line to Galena and before long the St. Louis and San Francisco Railroad followed suit, extending its line from Joplin, Missouri.
www.legendsofamerica.com /OZ-Galena.html   (1015 words)

  
 Galena Profile | Galena KS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Galena, KS, population 3,287, is located in Kansas's Cherokee county, about 74.6 miles from Springfield and 98.5 miles from Tulsa.
It is estimated that in recent years Galena's population has been declining at an annual rate of 1.1 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Galena area were higher than Kansas's average.
www.idcide.com /citydata/ks/galena.htm   (80 words)

  
 Kansas Route 66
Kansas Route 66 has the distinction of being completely paved by 1929 making it the first state to pave all of Route 66.
But Kansas paid for this honor years later, it is the only Route 66 state to be completely bypassed by the Interstate that replaced Route 66.
Kansas Route 66 is now State Highway 66 and though a short stretch of road it is full of great sites to see.
www.theroadwanderer.net /66Kansas/route66KS.htm   (630 words)

  
 Galena Kansas Resource Guide, City or community of Galena, Kansas Facts, Information, Relocation, Real Estate, ...
The distance from Galena to Washington DC is 1007 miles.
The distance to the Kansas state capital is 148 miles.
Galena is positioned 37.07 degrees north of the equator and 94.63 degrees west of the prime meridian.
www.usacitiesonline.com /kscountygalena.htm   (187 words)

  
 Galena, KS News
Two University of Kansas theater groups, University Theatre and English Alternative Theatre, have been selected to perform at the Region V Festival of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, which...
Filling in the mines left under Galena after decades of mining could cost up to $64 million and take at least 20 years, a mining task force told the state.
Schools in Galena and Columbus were evacuated Tuesday morning when notes containing bomb threats were found almost simultaneously in each high school.
www.topix.net /city/galena-ks   (593 words)

  
 GeoKansas--Geotopics--Lead and Zinc Mining
The Tri-State mining district of southwestern Missouri, southeastern Kansas, and northeastern Oklahoma was one of the major lead and zinc mining areas in the world.
A total of 599 mine hazards were found in and around Galena, many of which were concentrated in an area known as "Hell's Half Acre." In 1994 and 1995, the U.S. Enivironmental Protection Agency (EPA) and local citizens filled in all the mine collapses and shafts in the town of Galena, Kansas.
From 1997 to 1999, contaminated soil was removed from 602 residential properties in Galena and replaced with clean backfill and grass sod or seed; fifty additional properites were remediated in 2000 and 2001.
www.kgs.ku.edu /Extension/ozark/mining.html   (1374 words)

  
 The Mother Road: Historic Route 66 - Turn by Turn Road Description - Kansas
Kansas has only 13 miles of Route 66, but they are well preserved and worth the time.
The Galena Museum at 319 W. 7th, located at the old Katy railroad depot on your right.
Agreements with the Kansas DOT make that the bridge is still open for vehicle traffic (be it one-way only).
www.historic66.com /kansas/dw1.html   (1201 words)

  
 Galena Mining District
This is a two mile strip of original Route 66 that leads to Galena on the old alignment of the Mother Road.
Through the years Galena shrank from a town with a population of over 30,000 people to a town of less than 4000 residents.
This is a good sign because Galena has the history, the architecture, and the friendly people to bring the visitor back off the Interstate and return to the small town charm of this truly American city.
www.theroadwanderer.net /66Kansas/galena.htm   (769 words)

  
 Galena Environmental Toxic Tort Lawyer: Free Legal Services in Kansas (KS)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Industries in Galena are required by law to control and contain their toxic waste and byproducts.
Be aware that Weitz and Luxenberg may not be able to represent every lawsuit in all regions of Kansas due to state and government statutes.
If Weitz and Luxenberg is unable to represent you, we may refer you to a lawyer with whom we have a relationship, or to your state bar association for legal services.
www.weitzlux.com /kansas/galenatoxictortlawyer_305601.html   (433 words)

  
 Galena Accident Lawyer: Free Legal Services in Kansas (KS)
Accident victims in Galena can get financial compensation for their injuries, pain, and suffering with the help of an accident lawyer.
Individuals who have been hurt in car accidents, construction accidents, slip and falls, work accidents, and other types of mishaps resulting in injuries may be helped by Weitz and Luxenberg's legal assistance.
Please be aware that Weitz and Luxenberg may not be able to represent every lawsuit in all regions of Kansas due to state and federal limitations.
www.weitzlux.com /kansas/galenaaccidentlawyer_305597.html   (400 words)

  
 Galena, Kansas KS, city profile (Cherokee County) - hotels, festivals, genealogy, newspapers - ePodunk
Kansas > All counties > Cherokee County > Galena
At the time of the 2000 census, the per capita income in Galena was $12,172, compared with $21,587 nationally.
Median rent in Galena, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $280.
www.epodunk.com /cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=4645   (711 words)

  
 Galena Real Estate Agents, Galena Homes For Sale, REALTORS and Galena
We also have information on Galena home selling, home buying and mortgages, movers and other realty services for anyone looking to sell a home or buy a home in Galena, KS.
HomeGain provides Galena, Kansas real estate information and resources to guide homeowners and homebuyers through the process of selling and buying a house, condo or other Galena realty property.
HomeGain has services to help you find a top Galena real estate broker or agent, get the value of your Galena home and a comparative market analysis (CMA), view Galena real estate and MLS listings, prepare your home for sale, and more.
www.homegain.com /local_real_estate/KS/galena.html   (554 words)

  
 Liberty Elementary School Test Scores - Galena, Kansas - KS
In 2004-2005 Kansas used the Kansas State Assessments to test students in reading in grades 5, 8 and 10; in math and science in grades 4, 7 and 10; and in social studies in grades 6, 8 and 11.
The different student groups are identified by the Kansas State Department of Education.
If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.
www.greatschools.net /modperl/achievement/ks/424   (348 words)

  
 Galena dating, Galena singles, Galena chat at Matchmaker.com
Galena dating has never been easier with our show interest feature that will allow you to break the ice with attractive local singles.
The Galena dating scene can be hard to find the right person at times; however, we are here to help and our Galena online dating service is free to register.
Matchmaker.com is one of the oldest Galena online dating services on the Internet and has brought thousands of couples together from the area.
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 Galena, Kansas Illustrators - Illustration Service   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Here are the most recent Galena, Kansas illustrator vendors that have requested a listing on Marketingtool.com.
This Galena, Kansas illustrator featured listing has received 54 unique visitors in the past three months.
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 Galena Kansas Mine Cave-in
The subsidence caused structural damage to the bar and caused evacuation of several blocks around the hole.
Heavy damage to the building was caused by the cave-in of the old mine.
This building is located at 4th and Main in Galena.
www.homestead.com /schehrer2/Galena1.html   (202 words)

  
 Charles E. Jones and Galena, Kansas
Precisely why he chose Galena is not known, but it was something of a boom town in those days, part of the Tri-State mining area around Joplin, MO, the country's then-most-important lead and zinc mining region.
In a 1916 postcard from Mary Ellen ("Mama") to Margaret Jones from Kansas City, the address is 706 East 5th Street, the same street as the earlier address but a different number.
This house, at 710 Galena Avenue, remained in the family for years and is the one most of us associate with the Joneses in Galena.
www.tamandmichael.com /galena.html   (789 words)

  
 Galena, KS Houses, Apartments, Cars, Mortgage Status, and Residents Info
Back to: Galena main page, Kansas, Kansas smaller cities, Kansas small towns, All US cities.
Housing units in Galena with a mortgage: 272 (6 second mortgage, 6 home equity loan, 0 both second mortgage and home equity loan)
Back to: Galena, KS (don't miss, contains a wealth of additional information), Kansas, All US cities.
www.city-data.com /housing/houses-Galena-Kansas.html   (394 words)

  
 Cherokee County Kansas Genealogy Queries March 1999
The were both residents of Riverton, Kansas after coming from Winfield, Kansas.
They were located between Galena and Riverton in Cherokee County in the SouthEast corner of Kansas.
Galena, Kansas, holds a week-long town celebration during the first week of June every year.
skyways.lib.ks.us /kansas/kansas/genweb/cherokee/1999/q99-3.html   (1638 words)

  
 Roadside Peek : Route 66 Kansas
Although Route 66 passes through just a tip of Kansas, the Galena Motel in Galena stands on guard ready to take on any weary travelers for the night.
Along the old road is this sight in Galena, Kansas.
This old historic bridge was recently renovated and was once used as part of the main 66 thoroughfare.
www.roadsidepeek.com /rte66/kansas/index.htm   (188 words)

  
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 CHAMBER OF COMMERCE  GALENA, KANSAS, APARTMENTS, JOBS, MOTELS
For relocation information about Galena, Kansas, the local chamber of commerce is your best source.
For Information on Galena, Kansas local services and demographics contact the Chamber of Commerce.
Who better to answer the questions; Where is Galena, KS.
www.2chambers.com /galena,_kansas.htm   (192 words)

  
 Galena, Kansas Copywriters - Copy Writer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Here are the most recent Galena, Kansas copywriter vendors that have requested a listing on Marketingtool.com.
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 Galena singles - Galena dating - Galena personals
Galena singles - Galena dating - Galena personals
Kansas, also known as the Sunflower State, has many personals looking for dates.
You must be dating on Match.com, the leading online dating site with thousands of singles available in Galena alone.
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 Galena, Kansas, Local Weather
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 Galena bed and breakfast & inns. Find the perfect Galena B&B lodging on BedandBreakfast.com.
Find the perfect Galena Kansas Bed and Breakfasts and Inns.
Listed below are 7 bed and breakfasts and inns located near Galena, Kansas.
Also noted is the approximate distance from Galena, Kansas.
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 Real Estate / homes for sale / mortgage / refinance / home equity - RealEstate.com -- Find the Galena REALTOR that is ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
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 Galena, Kansas Real Estate - Trulia
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View our Galena real estate guide to see average listing prices, sale prices and information for local school districts.
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