Virgil V. Anderson
Virgil Anderson, a World War I veteran, describes the close calls he survived during the War. He was posted as a balloon observer and had made 25 parachute jumps.
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Old Fairgrounds
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The Driving Park subdivision was originally the grounds of the Springfield District Fair Association. The grounds included a race track, lake, and other amenities. In 1902 the land was sold to plat a new housing development. Eventually, the area became part of the Missouri State University's campus.
Arthur Paul Moser
An interview with Arthur Paul Moser in 1981 gives insight to his process of searching forgotten towns in Missouri and some interesting facts found during his research.
Old City Hall
A landmark building was torn down in 1914. The Springfield Leader carried a brief history of the building.
Mary E. Wilson Home
In 1918, plans for the Mary E. Wilson Home for Aged Women moved forward with the purchase of the former Neale Institute on North Main Street.
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