03 Aug 1961
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Newspaper
Saint Charles Journal
Location
Saint Charles, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1961
Page
1
Fractured OCR text describes multiple incidents including stabbings, a coroner's inquest, river flood mentions, a diving accident in Troy Kansas, and a hospital treatment for a broken elbow. Names, places, and dates are garbled, but references to police, emergency services, and a crowd gatherer are present.
The 1961 St Charles County Fair concluded with Champion Beef selling for 76 a pound, totaling $17,178.75 in sales. Breeders from Western St Charles County dominated bidding with multiple top bids, as 4H and FFA exhibitors showcased prize cattle. The event featured Miss Margaret Ann Parrish and two princesses from St Charles High School in ceremonies at the Fairgrounds.
The Community Concerts Association announces a four concert series with a $8.00 full price and $5.00 student tickets for the 1861-62 season. About 50 adults and 50 student tickets remain available. proceeds support the Lewis Symphony Orchestra engagements planned for early fall.
Historical notes describe the Matson Home built in 1648 in Matson, St Charles County. The estate spans 700 acres with grazing land, timber, and Matson Lake noted for fishing, plus a nine room two bath residence and notable features shown in a historic image.
Fragmented OCR style note references day patrols and county protection efforts. Mentions Markmeyor Berit Wa,.teasd, and various garbled place names and individuals. The text hints at law enforcement activity and civil protection concerns in a county, with scattered names and dates unclear due to damaged source.
A downtown event sponsored by the Downtown Improvement Association features thirty three merchants auctioning goods to the highest bidder on two Saturdays in September. Shoppers are urged to gather items and participate, with proceeds supporting local merchants and improvements.
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