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Pershing recalled by Missourian in Laclede hometown tale
The story recounts John Pershing's early teaching days in Chari county near Linneus, his resolve amid a rough school neighborhood, and his friendship with Ed Spurgeon. It highlights Pershing's West Point path, hazing stories, and a touching return visit to Aunt Susan Hewett in Laclede, Missouri, years later.
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John
Chari County
Linneus
Lacede
E. B. Allen
Laclede
Calvin Allen
John Pershing
Fort Bliss
Texas
Missouri
Mr. Spurgeon
Mister’ Pershing
Kirksiville
Kirksville
Lacleden
Burrows
Tenth District
West Point Military Academy
Trenton
Jim
Altho
West Point
Hazers
Mr Spurrecon
West Pointers
Mr. Allen
California
Pershing
Susan Hewett
Missouri House
Laclede's Weedor Park
Mrs. Hewett
Johnny Pershing
Johnny
Captain Hewett
Susan
Henry Lomax
Uncle Henry