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Michael R Dougherty's avatar

Michael – great memory. Yes, we recall the city dump.

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Mary Jane Dougherty's avatar

Anchorage owes a lot to Pioneer, Mr. Merrill and to his steadfast love of flying was incredible.

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Michael Lefner's avatar

Wonderful reading and history. Living in Bethel for almost 49 years, I can identify with the area he flew to. Have been to Nyac several times. Thanks for sharing.

Michael Lefner

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Michael R Dougherty's avatar

Michael – You are very welcome. Glad you enjoyed this edition of your Anchorage Memories VIP Club.

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MICHAEL JORDAN's avatar

I FLEW MANY TIMES IN-OUT MERRILL FEILD IN LATE 50'S FROM WASILLA WITH A TEACHER THERE.BY THE WAY A LARGE EAST END OF MERRILL WAS A CITY DUMP WHICH BEGAN A SUNDAY TRIP EVERY WEEKEND!

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