Armistice Day in West Plains- April 21, 1919 Richards Elementary, 3rd Grade Mural, 2006-2007, West Plains, Missouri At the conclusion of the “war to end all wars,” a battle tank was brought to West Plains, Missouri, on the railroad. After unloading the tank from the train, a parade was organized to celebrate the end of…
The Wonder Woman of the Ozarks by Clint Lacy The inhabitants of the Ozarks have much in common with those who live in Appalachia. Both regions tend to be areas of little opportunity and what opportunities exist involves hard work. Money is hard to come by now, as it was then which brings us to the…
Civil War Days at Hulston Mill by Joshua Heston Some stories are better told with photos. On June 10-11, hardworking re-enactors led by Brent Paschall brought the realities of war in Missouri to life. “I always tell people, ‘Once that first bullet goes past your head, it’s not about sides. It’s about surviving.'” War is…
Ye Olde English Inn by Caleb Brubaker To understand the history of Ye Olde English Inn, it is best to begin with the vision of William H. Johnson. Johnson came to Taney County after the discovery of zinc and soon turned his gaze to Hollister. “Johnson looked upon a lovely valley nestled between sheltering hills…