Local lore and legend tells us that an old tree stood at a junction of the Wilderness Road of the Ozarks, an unknown traveler nailed a gate from an abandoned hog pen upon the tree to which local residents, freighters, and merchants, as well as those who journeyed on the old road would leave messages as we do on bulletin boards today. In that sprit we bring to you, our readers and supporters, news from your fellow travelers on the
Wilderness Roads Of The Ozarks


The Online Magazine That Celebrates The History Of The Central Ozarks,
Its People and Places.
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September 2003

Voulme 2 Issue 10

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Beneath The Message Tree
A Letter From The Editor


Our Feature Articles

Death Of The Hillbilly
Where did the image of a hillbilly come from and is that sterotype here to stay?.............
Above And Below The Ozarks
Enjoy the Flaming Fall Revue and learn something too......
MY HOME TOWN :: #3

Ava Missouri
A brief historical overview of the County seat of Douglas County


PB & Js, and Licking the Bowl — The Joys of a Kid Friendly Kitchen!
Remember licking the bowl when you were a kid? Or making your own peanut butter sandwiches.....

Departments
Financial Focus
Take Advantage of Cut in Capital Gains Rate



News From The Message Tree
Check out our new Web-Blog, that is updated throughout the month
Inspiration
The King's Highway

Crafts
Free Pattern

Handicraft A Wooden Puzzle

Tips And Recipes
Homemade Chicken Soup, Herbal Tea With Honey, and other remedies for when you're under the Ozarks weather

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