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    Magnolia Square Clock

    Magnolia Square Clock

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    The Magnolia Square Clock is one of Sanford's most recognizable landmarks. The clock was originally…read morepurchased in 1883 for the First National Bank No. 1, which was located in the Lyman Bank Building at 101 West First Street. When the First National Bank moved to the corner of West First Street and South Park Avenue, the clock was stored in the basement for decades. In 1931, A. H. Moses, a produce dealer, acquired the clock and donated it to the City of Sanford. The clock was then placed on top of a pole and traffic signal at the intersection in front of the bank. The clock broke soon after and rather than pay a $200 repair bill the city instead decided to cover the clock faces with cardboard. In 1941, the clock was moved to the Elks Club Lodge, located at the northeast corner of East Second Street and San Juan Avenue. During a downtown renovation project in the 1980's, Stella Oritt, granddaughter of A.H. Moses and her husband offered to restore the clock on the condition that it would remain on Magnolia Square where she grew up. On July 9, 1985 the clock was dedicated at Magnolia Square, at the north end of South Magnolia Avenue near East First Street. Today the clock is a historic symbol of Sanford. You can see the image on artwork throughout the city and carved onto the tree in front of the Sanford Civic Center. It is even part of the city logo. The clock is a popular place to snap a photo so make the time to visit this beloved landmark when you visit Sanford.

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    Magnolia Square Clock - Clock earrings can be purchased at the Sanford Museum.

    Clock earrings can be purchased at the Sanford Museum.

    Magnolia Square Clock - City of Sanford logo featuring the clock.

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    City of Sanford logo featuring the clock.

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