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While Baltic historically served as the dense population center of
Sprague, Versailles contributed to the town's growth and industrial landscape. The village included a wood-frame school building, destroyed by fire in the early 20th century. In response, a fire-resistant school was constructed in
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Versailles United Methodist Church, situated on a raised brick foundation adorned with small facade windows, became a cornerstone of the community. In 1887, it formed a connection with churches in
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