Lifestyle

50 YEARS AGO: A BLIZZARD VIEW — The photo was taken Wednesday afternoon during blizzard conditions in Cassville. A one-block view is nearly obscured by the hard blowing snow that followed heavy sleet. Temperature at the time on the First National Bank display was 20 degrees, adding to the uncomfortable situation of the By this hour, schools had been dismissed to permit bus routes running in advance of conditions becoming more serious. Many motorists ignored the energy crisis and started motors early to warm the vehicles or remove ice from the windows.

Dec. 19, 1973 — COMPLETES BASICS Donald R.

Ward is waiting for someone to come take him home so he doesn’t have to spend another Christmas at the Haven.

Boomer told Santa all he wants for Christmas is a home where he can have a cozy bed and lots of cuddles.

Dec. 1, 1973 — OPENING SERVICES FOR LAKE METHODIST CHURCH Under construction since August, initial services in the Central Community United Methodist Church, Shell Knob-Viola, will be held this Sunday.

Nov. 28, 1973 — FIVE INCHES OF RAIN SWELLS AREA STREAMS, LAKES Spring-like thunderstorms dumped inches, of rain on areas of Barry County in weekend and first of the week storms that swelled area streams and reservoirs.

Raeleigh Brown, 9, of Exeter competed on Sept. 23 at the Missouri State 4-H public speaking competition in Columbia, where she placed second in the junior division (ages 8-10). Junior 4-H members write, prepare and present a 3-5 minute speech to a panel of judges. During the competition, Brown spoke about “No Horsin’ Around,” which explained her journey of learning about horses through her 4-H project. She is a member of the Exeter Trailblazers 4-H. Over the summer, Brown competed at county and regional competition where she placed first in the junior division public speaking at each respective competition. Contributed photo

Nov. 20, 1973 — THREE-DAY DEER RESULT IN COUNTY SHOWS 192 BUCKS Deer hunters in Barry County were greeted with ideal weather and their game in ample numbers most reports.

Nov. 13, 1973 — PILOT TRAINING Second Lieutenant Frank K.