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By the 1960s, the once-majestic mansion faced demolition, provoking protests from the local community. Unfortunately, the advocacy proved futile as the architectural treasures were stripped away, and the mansion met its demise.
Reflection on a Forgotten Treasure
Today, while the grand mansion no longer stands, the spirit of O.C. Barber and his remarkable achievements continue to resonate within the town that bears his name. Anna Dean Farm serves as a reminder of the heights that ambition and drive can attain, transforming not just an individual’s fortune, but the very fabric of a community.