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https://westsenecahistory.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/IMG_2144.jpg1024768St. John’s Lutheran Home for Children had its origin in Buffalo during the Civil War. The first home was on the church’s property which was located on what was known as Hickory Street, which is South of Broadway, but now considered 6540 Main Street in Williamsville. The orphanage became overwhelmed with orphans and people in […]