Branson’s Ozarks Draw Tourists to Marble Cave and Shepherd of the Hills
The Branson area, famed for country theaters and scenic hills, draws millions to Marble Cave and the Shepherd of the Hills homestead. Since 1949 the cave has drawn visitors, with Silver Dollar City expanding to a major attraction featuring a 231 foot tower, a 2,000 seat theater, staged shows, shops, and rides.
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Wright’s Ozark novel The Shepherd of the Hills origin tale
The piece notes Harold Bell Wright wrote The Shepherd of the Hills after moving to the Ozarks to ease tuberculosis. It recounts Old Matt and Aunt Mollie, their daughter Maggie who dies in childbirth, the revival of love between Young Matt and Sammy Lane, a gold gift aiding settlers after a bank robbery, and the revelation of Howard as the preacher’s son. The tale follows family ties, hill life, and atonement in a Ozark setting.
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Branson Sights and Events Highlight Spring to Winter
Branson in southwest Missouri features Shepherd of the Hills theater open April to December with year round tower access. Silver Dollar City runs April to December with events including WorldFest and National Festivals. admission priced for adults and children. A tale of Old Matt and Howard shows kinship despite conflict during a Bald Knobbers raid, ending in forgiveness before Howard’s mortal wounding.
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Foreign currency exchange options in Cedar Rapids
The notice outlines daily changing rates for major currencies available Thursday in Cedar Rapids. It warns against exchanging money in hotels and shops and to convert back to dollars before leaving the U.S. The International banking departments at Firstar Bank Cedar Rapids N A and Brenton Bank offer foreign currency services with varying rates and commissions.
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London for Less holiday packages from British Airways
British Airways Holidays offers London for Less packages starting at 399 dollars for three nights in a central hotel with continental breakfast and New York air fare. Valid departures run Tuesday and Wednesday from February 4 to March 19 and Thursday from February 20 to March 13. Information line provided.
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Splendors of Imperial China at National Gallery in DC
The National Gallery of Art opens Splendors of Imperial China featuring 450 pieces from the National Palace Museum Taipei. Exhibits include a 12th century lotus-shaped porcelain bowl and a Sung dynasty ceramic baby pillow linked to imperial wishes. The show runs through April 6 and highlights Ch’ien Lung era personal holdings. Information at 202 737 4215.
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Pilgrimage and Papal Visit Tied Youth Travel
Pilgrimage aligned with Pope John Paul II’s visit from April 24 to May 8, 1997 led by Archbishop D W Kucera and Father V Vit. Best of Czech Republic trip departs June 15 and August 24, 1997 with details and reservations via Cali LN Travel at 1 800 515 TRIP.
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