Memories spring eternal ...

100 YEARS AGO

(1907)

Conductor J.F. Durbin, of the Frisco, is devoting much of his leisure moments at home showing his son Blaine's new diamond watch fob which came from the Chicago Ball Club. The medal is a beauty.

Free Wood: Any person desiring to secure cord wood or stove wood can secure same free of the Keene & Gates ranch a mile-and a-half southwest of the city. Call of J.V. Hamilton, 1002 South Judson Street or at the ranch.

GARLAND NEWS LETTER: We have just experienced the biggest Christmas trade we ever had. We sold barrels of candy and everybody is now sweet in disposition. Some of the banks have failed but Bolyer's plan is still humming melodiously. If you are not already one of our patrons, come in quick! We have a few of our weather calendars left--just for the asking. Bring in your poultry and produce. We send greetings for your prosperity.--Bolyer Bros.

75 YEARS AGO

(1932)

The 16 dog stake race slated to be held at the Files' pasture Jan. 2 has been called off, according to promoter Cecil Kern. The snow and extreme cold weather of the past 10 days have made it difficult to condition the dogs and it was thought best to postpone the affair to some later date when the weather will be more favorable.

Sixteen hundred happy boys and girls, who otherwise would have received no Christmas treats, were guests of the American Legion Saturday night at Memorial Hall for the annual Legion Christmas tree. Candy, nuts and toys donated by merchants were distributed to the children.

The Sisters of Mercy at Mercy Hospital desire to express their thanks and appreciation to all who made contributions during the Christmas holidays and to the following for cash and necessity donations Messrs. Planthart, Mike Lyons, Tom Feist, Brogan Brothers, John Connollin, A.M. Kurtz, and Mesdames Lee Rucker, S. Kaufmann, Brumley, Riley, Pitcher and Keevil.

50 YEARS AGO

(1957)

A great deal of salvage material is coming out of the old Goodlander Hotel. There are a few items that are being preserved and in years to come can be pointed to with the remark, "That came from the Old Goodlander Hotel that was built in Fort Scott in 1887." One of the items is the newel post that stood for 70 years at the foot of the hotel stairway in the lobby. This was acquired by G.W. Marble. It stands over six feet high and is elaborately hand carved. The metal balconies that were on the front of the building were acquired by Robert Noll. He says he does not know what he will do with them but they were available at the right price.

We have a large selection of cocktail dresses and formals for the New Year's Eve Party.--Masons, 10 South Main

25 YEARS AGO

(1982)

Season's Greetings from your friends at the Fort Scott Tribune:

Sara Emery, Frank Emery, Tom Eblen, Loene Dixon, John Cook, Tom Braker, Nell Dikeman, Jeff Thomas, Dave Wagner, Jean Shepard, Janet Carpenter, Bill Matkin, Charlene Simpson, Naoma Jackson, Rosalita Allen, Jon Larsen, David Collins, Charles Bolling, Thaine Shettler, Nelson Hackner, Clara Campbell, Gussie Foster, Scott Kennedy, Jeff Estle, Robert Deems.

Photo caption: "Linda Baker, physical education teacher at Winfied Scott School, gives the start signal for a group of five students who run twice weekly. The group includes Stephany Kimball, Mendy Bennett, Brad Nelson, Mac Braun and Mike Emerson."

Photo caption: "Mr. and Mrs. V.V. 'Tiny' Headrick will be honored with a reception Jan. 2 in observance of their golden wedding anniversary. Their children will be hosts for the event to be held at the Hiattville Methodist Church."