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Local History Archives - May 2020

Table Rock Treasure

Published May 29, 2020 Submitted by: Renee

Is there buried treasure under Table Rock Lake? One of several legends is recounted in this News-Leader article from 1958.

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Ash Grove Fire 1894

Published May 14, 2020 Submitted by: Renee

Ash Grove's Main Street and surrounding areas were swept by fire in 1894. This detailed account lists the business' and homes burned.

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Hoosgow on wheels

Published May 4, 2020 Submitted by: Renee

Road gangs of the past were manned by inmates of the Greene County Jail. Prisoners were transported to work areas in a portable "hoosgow". This article from 1920 describes how the vehicle was used.

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