Coon Ridge Novelty Shop, Reeds Spring
Roadside souvenir, crafts and novelty shops were a feature of automobile-era Ozark tourism. Much of the merchandise was locally produced….
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Bass Fishing “The Rock”
Even early dam opponents conceded fishing was good in newly filled reservoirs. Decaying vegetation and flooded timber provided fertility and…
Reeds Spring, Real Photo Postcard, 1930s
For the auto-driving tourist to Branson, the signs were out . . . “Welcome … Drive In and LOOK” ….
A SWALLOW HOLE, DRY CREEKS AND SINKING STREAMS
Since mid-December, the Springfield News Leader has followed the discovery and monitoring of a recently opened up “swallow hole” on…