The Greeks probably never thought of the political consequences when they initiated the Olympic...
Gallatin’s Olympic Gold Medal Winner: Loren E. Cornelius
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People You Should Know
1904: John Jordin Publishes “Memories” History Book
John Jordin's book entitled "Memories" was published 1904 from the North Missourian Press in...
Pioneer Navigates Daviess County’s Early History: Theodore Peniston
Theodore "Uncle Theo" Peniston is due the honor of being the first to utilize the Grand River as a...
Gallatin’s Judge James H.B. McFerran Succumbs in Colorado
A letter to the editor submitted to a Colorado Springs, Colorado, newspaper offers a glimpse at...
Civil War Hero: Gov. Thomas Fletcher (almost) Retires at Gallatin, MO
Thomas Fletcher -- a Union general, Missouri governor, and (almost) a Gallatin, MO, resident! Why...
Who Was Henry Clay McDougal?
Henry Clay McDougal was born in Marion County, VA, on Dec. 9, 1844. He enlisted in the 6th...
Pioneer Doctor: John Cravens of Daviess County, MO
John Cravens, M.D., (1797-1876) was one of the most highly esteemed pioneers of Daviess County....
Who Was Murder Victim Capt. John Sheets and Why Was He Shot?
John W. Sheets (1821-1869) is known mostly as an unfortunate victim of circumstance, allegedly...
Pioneers: Renown Gunsmith Valentine Shuler
Walk any cemetery and be reminded that behind every marker lies a story. Among the older markers...
Civil War: Daviess County’s Col. James H.B. McFerran
The man who organized and led Union soldiers from Daviess County in the Battle of Westport was...
Mormons: Samuel Cox’s Astonishing 1200-mile Ride Back From Utah Territory
Years after the Mormon War forced Latter-day Saints from Missouri, troubles followed the Mormons...
Pioneers: Scott Family Among Early Settlers in Daviess County
Martin Scott was born March 14, 1807, in Jackson County, Tenn., the son of John Scott, a...
Visit the 1889 Squirrel Cage Jail, located 2 blocks west of the Daviess County Courthouse in Gallatin, MO. This historic relic is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a visitors’ center — by appointment,
Trudi Burton, ph: 660.663.7342
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