Herrman’s Historical Happenings week of July 5
1882 The only damage made by the fire at Hulse’s Meat House is a hole in the roof and some scorched bologna. Butler.
1932 The Butler city council tells the city Marshal that any motor vehicle without a city license tag is to be impounded and the driver arrested.
1944 It’s Grand Opening at Goldie’s Beauty Shop, in the center of the East side of the Butler square. Goldie Long, owner.
1960 John G. Underwood, manager of the Culver-Underwood Funeral service has purchased the fine Cloyd Dixon residence at the corner of Fort Scott and High streets in Butler. It will be converted into their funeral establishment.
1972 Discussions are held about lengthening the runway at the Butler Memorial Airport to 3400 feet and widening to 60 feet and adding an asphalt surface.
1990 Drexel’s 3 day Centennial celebration begins.
1995 Councilman George Ray, Butler, dies. He was also Mayor pro-tem and worked for Henry Radio for many years.
1998 The 50th anniversary of the Hudson Hustler 4-H club is held just West of Appleton City.
The Bates County Museum is open for tours and events. Call 660-679-0134 for info.
