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Legend of 'The Rifleman' on display
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Now that “The Rifleman” sculpture in the Barton County Courthouse Square has undergone a professional cleaning and waxing, the Barton County Historical Society is looking at long-term preservation of outdoor art and monuments.An 8-foot photo of “The Rifleman” is on display at the Barton County Historical Society Museum.Also on display for a short time are items that belonged to Civil War veteran Ira D. Brougher, who commissioned the sculpture. Brougher’s sword, as well as his shaving mug and razor strop are in the west wing of the museum. Two-sided, full-color 18 by 24 inch posters of “The Rifleman” are available at the Historical Museum and Village, said Beverly Komarek, executive director.