17. The old Kimball High School is seen on the Lincoln Highway, just across from Main Street Market Grocery Store (815 E. 3rd Street). Inside the grocery store is a peace quote by Ronald Reagan. _________________________________ __________________________________ 18. With history, good food, and friendly people, Kimball is a hit with travelers. The impressive architecture of the historic Wheat Growers Hotel attracts visitors even though it is not open (102 S. Oak Street), in the window you can find a quote by a former guest Dwight D. Eisenhower. _____________________________________ _____________________________________

**After you have found the peace quotes and recorded them, return to the Welcome Center for a certificate (any 12 of 18) and an opportunity to record your name on the winners' board! (Need all 18 peace quotes.)

Kimball once claimed the title “America’s Missile Center” because we had over 200 missile sites in our area. We still have a strong military presence and our citizens have a deep respect for all who serve in the military to promote peace in the world. Kimball also promotes peace. Peace quote plaques found in business establishments encourage harmony in our lives. Follow the Kimball map and learn about national and world leaders who help keep peace and their famous peace quotes. Use a local map from the Welcome Center on I-80. Get started on your scavenger hunt!

11. In 1867, the Union Pacific Railroad constructed a rail line in the area that is now our jewel of a town called Kimball. Look for the Caboose, it is a great photo opportunity. It is behind the town Museum on the corner of Chestnut and 2nd Street. The museum has a peace quote by Will Rogers. __________________________________ __________________________________ 12. Kimball Health Services is a state-of-the-art critical access hospital and rural health clinic offering a full range of family health care services. This includes walk-in and same day appointments with an experienced team of health providers. See the peace quote in the clinic waiting area by Thomas Jefferson. (505 S. Burg Street) __________________________________ __________________________________

2. 13. The railroad established a station, calling it Antelope, because large herds of antelope roamed the area, and the tiny settlement of Antelopeville sprang up beside it. Kimball still has many antelope silhouettes around the downtown area, either as part of a business logo or art. The Antelope Energy Company at 112 W. 2nd Street has a peace quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower.

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Try your skill at our Kimball Peace Quote

Scavenger Hunt!

1. 14. Kimball County was formed in 1888. It was named after railroad pioneer Thomas Kimball. Our courthouse is found on the corner of E. 3rd and S. Walnut Streets. Inside is the Veterans Service Office to support Veterans and their families. Step inside the courthouse to see the Motto of the Strategic Air Command (SAC). _________________________________

__________________________________ 15. The charm of the people created a pleasant little town. Walk along our downtown area, greet everyone with a "Hello," and you'll get a positive response back. Step inside the Bemis Drug on the corner of Chestnut and E. 2nd Street to look at cards and read a peace quote by John F. Kennedy. _________________________________ __________________________________ 16. The Kimball Public Library offers a great selection of books, audio tapes, and videos. It is a great place for people, young and old, to hang out. Stop by 208 S. Walnut Street to see the peace quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson. __________________________________ __________________________________

Use this brochure and a city map to find all the peace quotes around Kimball. Write down the first 3 words of the quotes or take a photo with your phone. Return to the High Point Welcome Center with proof you found the quotes. If you found at least 12 of the 18 quotes, you can declare yourself a winner and receive a certificate. If you bring back proof of all 18 quotes, you can sign our winners’ board as an official winner of the Kimball Peace Quote Scavenger Hunt! The scavenger hunt is a great group activity. It involves scouting and the thrill of the challenge. Hunt for the peace quotes and be rewarded with a chance of standing out in the crowd. The adventure of a scavenger hunt satisfies and stimulates all participants to show off their detective skills. Scavenger Hunt Clues to the Peace Quotes: 1. The Kimball County Courthouse has an Annex, found just north of the Lincoln Highway in a green and white building. Offices include the UNL Extension and ambulance services. At the front desk of the annex, a peace quote can be found by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. _______________________________________ _______________________________________ 2. Buy local to handle repairs around your house. Hometown Hardware has been in our community for years at 212 S. Chestnut Street. Stop by to meet some of the friendliest people in the Panhandle and to see a peace quote by Leo Buscaglia. ______________________________________ ______________________________________

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Complete our Peace Quote Scavenger Hunt!

3. Kimball is proud to be a one stoplight town that presents a safe environment for children. People from town meet at Vince’s Corner in the mornings to catch up on the town news. Visit the gas station on the southeast corner of Chestnut and the Lincoln Highway to find the peace quote by Thomas Paine. ____________________________________ ____________________________________ 4. In 1881, the first school was started through the efforts of Mary Lynch, wife of a railroad foreman. The elementary school is named for her. Kimball Junior High and High School is near the elementary at 901 S. Nadine Street. The office has a peace quote by Cesar Chavez. _____________________________________

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5. Carol's Nut List began in Kimball in 1979. The company currently ships freshly roasted nuts, gourmet candies, and fancy dried fruits all over the USA. The retail store is located at 600 E. 3rd Street. See the peace quote by the Jimi Hendrix. _____________________________________

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6. Hometown Floral and Gifts offers the perfect gift for your perfect someone. The store has a colorful atmosphere. Stop by 212 S. Chestnut Street to see the peace quote by Mother Teresa. __________________________________

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Take your photo at our Union Pacific caboose in downtown Kimball.

7. People come from all over the Panhandle to eat a Ruben or sip an Espresso at Java Blend. Located on our main street at 123 S. Chestnut Street, Java Blend has a unique atmosphere. See the peace quote inside the restaurant by Mahatma Gandhi. ______________________________ _______________________________ 8. In addition to offering hunting licenses for the area deer and fowl, Woody's also offers adult beverages to those over 21. This peace quote by Carlos Santana can be seen in the window at 208 E. 3rd Street. ______________________________ _______________________________ 9. Kimball’s oldest family owned retail business (since 1926) is Larsen’s. The family has over 150 years of experience with diamonds, jewelry and gifts. The goal is to “make the customer happy.” Larsen’s Jewelry Store, at 115 S. Chestnut Street, has a peace quote by Eleanor Roosevelt. ______________________________ _______________________________ 10. A little bit of everything is found at Dollar General at 215 W. 2nd Street. Kimball Farmers' Day hamburger feed has us stand outside the building waiting for our hamburgers and visiting. Join us! See the quote by Lyndon B. Johnson. ______________________________ _______________________________