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Island, Neosho County
While it may be unrecorded, Island, Lincoln Township, Neosho County, Kansas, is still talked about today. This study discusses the factors that played a role in the collapse of Island, mostly due to its location and geography. I used county…
Jacksonville, Neosho County
The author uses historic documents and newspaper accounts to piece together the brief history of the town of Jacksonville, Neosho County, Kansas.
Ladore, Neosho County
In southern Neosho County, the "wild west" community of Ladore flourished between 1869 and 1901, when its post office closed. Early events including gambling and lynchings stamped the town with a legendary character. The author writes an engaging…
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Bodaville, Riley County
With the general store as the heart of town, Bodaville served as both a home and a stopping point for travelers. Sources for this study include…