Memories spring eternal ...

100 YEARS AGO

(1908)

L.G. Porter, for many years of this county, register of deeds here from 1983-87, founder of the town of Porterville in western Bourbon County, died a few days ago at Walnut. The funeral was held at Walnut today. Mr. Porter is well remembered by all the early settlers of this county. He was elected register of deeds from Walnut Township. He formerly conducted a store at Porterville and later went to Hepler where he conducted a place of business. He served as postmaster at Hepler. A year ago he disposed of his Hepler interests and went to Walnut where he had since resided. His death was due to a general breaking down of the constitution. Mr. Porter was about 55 years old and is survived by his wife and two daughters.

Editor: I have taken particular notice of the water in Fort Scott in recent years, as it has been very muddy and almost impossible to drink. I would suggest that the council investigate this matter. I understand that the water is filtered. That may be, but the filters are so course that the goslings still come through the hydrants. The water is so full of mud and sand that it is almost impossible to swallow it. -- A Fort Scott Citizen

75 YEARS AGO

(1933)

A spring showing of furniture with quality that is matched only by the new low prices is being sponsored by Coyan and Sons Furniture Company. The merchandise is not only beautiful but it represents the latest work in modern furniture. The 1933 styles are especially designed for spring showing. Coyness urge the public to take advantage of the invitation to see the merchandise.

A Model T Ford coupe belonging to Walter Clark, who lives on U.S.54 at the state line, was stolen Saturday night from just north of the Masonic Temple and was found abandoned yesterday about a mile west of the Clark home with all four tires missing. Mr. Clark had parked his car near the Masonic Temple while he went to the show.

Dr. LAW. Richardson and family had as Sunday guests the doctor's parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Richardson of Richards, Mo., his sister, Mrs. Mary Rohrer, and his brother, Robert E. Richardson, all of Richards, Mo.

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50 YEARS AGO

(1958)

Fulton (By Mrs. J.A. Attkisson)--The Fulton PTA had as guest speaker, Bob Galvin, Civil Defense officer from Fort Scott. Mr. Galvin said he was trying to bring about an organization or plan for flood, tornado, fire and nuclear aid in emergencies. He urged Fulton to decide whether it wants first aid division and if wanted, he will help organize a unit.

Cherie Miller, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Blonn Miller, 924 S. Judson, a senior at Kansas University School of Education, has been initiated into Pi Lamda Theta national honorary education fraternity and also into Sigma Delta Pi national honorary Spanish Society. Miss Miller is at present doing student teaching at Topeka High School.

The Postal Auxiliary, scheduled to meet Friday at the home of Mrs. George Pellegrino, will meet instead for a dessert course at the home of Mrs. Oscar Maberry, 419 W. Ninth.

Gene Payne, who is with the Air Force at Biloxi, Miss., called his father, Earl Payne, Tuesday afternoon. The temperature at the time was 73 here, while Biloxi, nearly 1,000 miles south, had a reading of 60. This is just an example of the present changing weather conditions.

25 YEARS AGO

(1983)

No publication.