Category Archives: Missouri

First Missouri State Capitol

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Roger

We I spent Saturday morning wandering up and down the streets of St. Charles, Missouri. Right in the middle of the row of old storefronts was this building. In 1821, when Missouri was about to become a state, Jefferson City … Continue reading →

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Golden Eagle Ferry

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Roger

The Golden Eagle Ferry crosses the Mississippi River between southern Calhoun County, Illinois and St. Charles, Missouri. It is not free — it cost us $15 for a round trip. There were about six vehicles on the barge on both … Continue reading →

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Kimmswick

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Roger

Somewhere in my wanderings on the Internet, I discovered The Blue Owl Restaurant and Bakery in Kimmswick, Missouri and its “levee-high apple pie.” I filed it away for the next time we happened to be traveling south of St. Louis. … Continue reading →

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Jesse James Farm and Museum — Kearney, Missouri

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Roger

Every time I’ve been to Kansas City , I’ve spotted the sign for Jesse James’ Birthplace. On my way home, I decided to stop and see what there was to see. It was interesting and informative. I appreciated the fact … Continue reading →

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Country Club Plaza — Kansas City

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Roger
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