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Willis Reese Bowen was one of the first settlers in Amber Valley, Alberta. His home, Obadiah Place, is a historic site.
Obadiah Bowen was one of the original settlers to Amber Valley, Alberta, as well as a pastor and community leader. He was one of the first Black settlers to Alberta.
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