This tall bluff spelled doom for a band of Confederate cavalrymen being chased one dark night by local Union troops. Unfamiliar with the terrain, the Rebels plummeted over the edge to their death below, where they lie buried today. A bent rifle barrel from the site is displayed at the local museum.
Address: 3.5 miles west on Highway "V"
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Many know that Harold Bell Wright's, "Shepherd of the Hills" was the most widely read book of fiction in the history of publishing! Few know, however, that many of the places, events, and characters are based on actual models. There really was an "old shepherd of Mutton Hollow,&
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Built in 1900 of native limestone, this is the third courthouse on this site. A statue of Justice graces the top of this historic landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The first courthouse was built of wood in 1846
Mt. Vernon, MO Historic CourthousesThis imposing structure on the north side of the square was built at a cost of $16,000 in 1874 (two years before Custer's Last Stand)
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Mt. Vernon's golf course features a nine-hole course, clubhouse, and golf cart rental and storage. There are a number of active leagues, including a senior men's league and Ladies' Golf Association.
Mt. Vernon, MO RecreationCourse Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days...
A great opportunity to learn about the history of the Ozarks. Beautiful old home refurbished to make a wonderful museum....
Located in the Cimarron Antique Mall at I-44, Exit 29, is an extensive collection of Native American artifacts and western me...