PC Historical Society Meeting Minutes

The Putnam County Historical Society met Thursday, May 11, 2023. Present were Judy Pauley, Maribeth DeHaven, Karen Bradshaw, Michael Mahoney, Stan Davis and Rhonda Webber. There were no additions or corrections to the agenda. Stan Davis moved we accept the Consent Agenda. There was no treasurers report. Judy Pauley seconded the motion which carried.

Old Business:

The Hillbilly Hoedown went well. We have been asked to do this again, possibly in the fall. The Hoedown brought in $639.00 after expenses.

We discussed having an Ice Cream Social. We set this for Saturday, May 27, 2-4 pm at the museum. We will have homemade ice cream and other desserts.

We previously discussed setting up a table at Market on the Square and selling biscuits and gravy. Later it was decided to do this at the museum, dates to be decided.

15th Annual Unionville Lions Unionville MO Country Music Festival

Thursday June 8th, 2023

5:00 PM - Potluck meal - 4-H Building

(Everyone bring a dish & dinnerware, drinks provided)

6:00 PM - Gospel Music - 4-H Bldg.

Refreshments Available

Friday June 9th, 2023

10:00 AM - Noon - Open Stage Jamming -

4-H Bldg.

1-5 PM - Shows - Sign up in 4-H Bldg. 1012

6:00 - 10- PM - Shows - Sign up in 4-H Bldg.10-12

Refreshments Available

Saturday June 10th, 2023

7-11 AM - Farmers Market on the Unioville Square

(Jammers are welcome to preform if they choice)

10:00 AM - Noon - Open Stage Jamming4-H Bldg.

1-5 PM - Shows - Sign up in 4-H Bldg. 1012

6:00 - 10PM - Shows - Sign up on 4-H Bldg. 10-12

Refreshments Available

Camping available - 660-947-2325

50 amp Full Hookup, Basic Hookup & Campsite - first come/first serve Showers & Restrooms also available

Motels Available-

Circle R - 660-947-2472

Alamo - 660-947-2608

Square View Inn - 660-947-2301

Super 8 - Centerville , IA - 641-856-8888

Sponsored by: Unionville Lions Contact: Gary Davis - 660-947-2137

Unionville Lions is not responsible in case of accidents.

Tom Keedy picked up the streetlights that had been stored in the museum basement. These will be refurbished and placed in the pocket park on the west side of the square.

New Business: We discussed various programs that we could present at the museum. Suggestions included arrowheads, stock car race video, mining program.

We also discussed having the sign on the east side of the building repainted.

With no other business, Maribeth DeHaven moved the meeting to be adjourned and Stan Davis seconded the motion. Our next meeting will be June 8, 5:30 pm.

Respectfully, Rhonda Webber, Secretary

American Legion Auxiliary April Meeting Minutes

American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 34, met Monday, April 24, 2023, at the American Legion building, with six members present: Jan Clark, Margaret Quigley, Mildred Rhoades, Janet Schmidt, Beverly Staggs, and Lola Williams.

The Colors and the MIA flag were in place and the opening prayer was given by Janet. In memory of our dead a moment of silence was given. The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and the Preamble to the Constitution of the American Legion Auxiliary was repeated.

Bev called roll and read the minutes of the meeting. Mildred stated the minutes were approved as read.

Treasurer Lola gave the treasurer’s report. Mildred stated the treasurer’s report was approved with correction.

Old business: Marilyn said that she had received two thank you for the cards we sent at Christmas time. If you know of any person that is in the military let us know so we can send cards to them too.

would be a good time to meet for the signing of the “Poppy Days” proclamation which will be held on May 19-27.

The Memorial Day program will be May 29 at the school. All members are invited to come.

The Charter was draped for Jeanne Morris. Mildred read from the Manual of Ceremonies. Janet draped the

Charter and also gave the prayers.

Mildred closed the meeting and Janet gave the prayer.

We will meet on Monday, May 15, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the American Legion building.

Respectfully submitted, Beverly J. Staggs, Secretary

New Business Owner Addresses Rotary

Mildred stated that she and Lola went to the District meeting. She stated that our Impact Report topped all the others. We also had a 95% in Membership. Our state president from St. Charles was in attendance at the meeting.

Two girls and two boys will be going to Girls and Boys State this year. The American Legion paid for one of our girls.

New business: We will be hosting the District Meeting on June 3. More information at our next meeting.

We will present two scholarships of $300.00 each at the Awards Assembly on May 9, 2023. The motion was made by Jan, seconded by Lola and approved by those present.

Next year our dues will be $30.00 and Juniors $4.25.

Discussion was held about going to the school and reading the Poppy Book and passing out poppies. Lola will have to contact the school to see when would be a good time to come.

Bev is to contact the Mayor to see when it

Submitted by Mary Comstock

Mark and Debbie Davis are the new owners of the Circle R Motel, located at the west edge of Unionville. A new sign will soon be erected to publicize the Fancy Farm Motel. An attractive new awning has been added, allowing guests to park under shelter while checking in. Mark told Rotarians rooms are being remodeled with new beds and carpeting and other improvements.

Mark has roots in Putnam County, with grandparents from the Lucerne and Powersville areas. He attended one year of school at Putnam County, having lived in the state of Washington most of his life. He recently retired from the petroleum industry, in which he worked his way up to overseeing operations. He and his wife, Debbie, have ten grown children. Mark’s mother lives in the Newtown area, and while visiting last fall he saw that the motel was for sale. He and Debbie believe “God called us here.” The 10room motel has been in continuous operation since the 1940s. The Davis’s purchased the motel from Judy Robinson, who took over operation in the 1960s.

Road and Bridge Job Opening

The Putnam County Commission will be accepting applications for a Full-Time position County Road and Bridge Crew until position is filled.

• Experience in welding, construction, and heavy equipment operation is preferred but willing to train.

• CDL preferred but not required.

• $20-$30/hour based on skills and experience. If interested please pick up an application at the Courthouse in the Putnam County Clerk’s Office, 1601 Main Street, Room 101, Unionville, MO 63565

Putnam County is an Equal Opportunity Employer