This week in history
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
From The Farmington Press, May 9, 1968
• A straw poll of 89 delegates at the St. Francois County Democratic Convention showed an overwhelming preference for Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey. The vote showed 84 for Humphrey, three for Kennedy and two with no choice. No votes were cast for McCarthy or Wallace.
• The nation-wide, 18-day telephone strike ended Sunday and picket lines were removed. In Farmington, tend members of Laborer’s Local 916 AFL-CIO were on strike at Thomas Dell Nursing Home for higher wages and a contract.
• First State Bank of Farmington advertised “Another ‘First’ for the Friendly First” with “new look-alike dresses for all lady personnel”.
• The management and staff of the Farmington Press was again named a “Missouri Blue Ribbon Newspaper”.
• K & S Appliances in Farmington advertised a Clearance Sale with the first 100 ladies to receive a free door prize, including a set of “World Encyclopedias to the 100th Lady”.
30 Years Ago
From The Farmington Evening Press, May 8-12, 1978
• Frederick Michael Karsch passed away at the age of 96. He spent most of his life in the retail shoe business and in six motion picture theatres throughout St. Francois County. His obituary stated that, at the age of 18 in 1900, Fred Karsch took the census for the city of Farmington on horseback. After he retired as city clerk for the city in 1965, the portion of Highway 32 within the city limits was named for Karsch.
• Mike Rayfield and Charles Cresswell were two students in the boys’ Contemporary Living Class at Farmington High School. Enrollment in the class had continued to increase, said instructor Virginia Thurman.
• Jerry Vivrett, Ralph Parks, Bob McWilliams, and Jim Ragland were pictured sitting “very comfortably” in the new seats at Farmington Middle School Auditorium. (Editor’s note: The auditorium is the present Truman Auditorium).
• R.H. Heimburger, Inc. was holding an Open House for Briargate, “a unique planned community” with 150 choice home sites offering all modern sewer, water and electric utilities.
• The 247 seniors at Farmington High School were preparing for their last few days as students. The Senior Prom theme was “Come Sail Away” by Styx. The commencement exercises would take place on the FHS football field on May 23.
20 Years Ago
From The Farmington Press-Advertiser, May 6-10, 1988
• The Farmington R-7 School District proposed an $8.8 million budget during a special meeting which also highlighted goals for the 1988-89 school year.
• With less than a month before the 1988 Country Days festival, several new events — including a car show and air show — were announced.
• Selected as cheerleaders for the 1988-89 school year were Julie Umfleet, Buffy Halbert, Jennifer Ross, Melissa Gilliam, Gena Chung, Molly Pogue, Amy Eaton, Julie Huff, Eeron Eaton, Sheila Siebert, Angie Murphy, Teresa Meyer, Mandy Minton, and Amy Bueussink. Natalie Pinkston was the mascot and Connie Waters was the squad sponsor.
• A memorial plaque and flag pole were dedicated in honor of George Shaw, a former city councilman and prominent civic leader.
• Country Way Nursery advertised four varieties of Hostas for $3.98 and dwarf fruit trees for two for $25.
10 Years Ago
From The Daily Press Leader, May 6-12, 1998
• A glimpse of Farmington’s past would soon be visible for anyone visiting the downtown area. A mural depicting scenes from the city’s history would be painted on the west wall of the Pagoda (now First Wok) Restaurant, facing Washington Street and overlooking the (former) Mercantile Bank parking lot.
• First Baptist Church Choir and Masterpeace performed at the St. Francois County Courthouse as local residents gather to celebrate the 47th annual National Day of Prayer.
• Dr. David Cramp spoke to the Kiwanis members about the new Babe Ruth team organized in Farmington for 16-year olds and a Senior League for ages 16-18.
• More than 150 walkers supported the March of Dimes WalkAmerica and help raise more than $12,300.
• Dennis Pogue was named the “Golden Spoon Cook” and his recipe for “Twice Eaten Smoked Turkey” was featured.
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