William Weaver
The obituary of William Weaver, an early pioneer of Greene County, recounts his full life.
Local History Archives - August 2024
Heavy rain falls downtown
Springfield's unusual rain patterns are described in this 1927 news article.
Toe and Bump Fishing
In 1919, Senator [Solomon E.] Bronson explained toe fishing and bump fishing to his fellow senators as they debated a fish and game bill.
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