Appleton City is in St. Clair County, Missouri. The town was founded shortly before the Tebo & Neosho Railroad extended its tracks to the area. In 1868, William M. Prier bought the land upon which the city was built and, in 1870, he platted a city which was then known as Arlington, the first station in St. Clair County along what was, by then, known as the Missouri-Kansas & Texas Division of the Missouri Pacific Railroad. Later that year, the city was incorporated as Appleton City, for William Henry Appleton, who contributed toward the building of the city’s library. The city is located in the northwestern corner of the St. Clair County, within a mile of the Bates County line, and a mile and a half from the southern border of Henry County. Appleton City is halfway between the Bates County seat of Butler and the St. Clair County seat of Osceola.
 
 
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Appleton City Manor operates two facilities in Appleton City, Missouri, a 60-bed nursing facility and a 20-bed assisted living facility, each of which are highlighted here, with photographs, a calendar of events, and rate information.
http://www.appletoncitymanor.net/
Appleton City R-2 School District
Operating an elementary school and a combination middle/high school, the K-12 public school system serves the youth of Appleton, Missouri. Faculty and staff contacts, district and school calendars, and announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.appletoncity.k12.mo.us/
City of Appleton City, Missouri
The official municipal web site offers a history of the community, board meeting agendas and minutes, city codes, public notices, and administrative and departmental contacts.
http://www.acmogov.com/
The not-for-profit community hospital district includes the hospital itself, with an emergency department, and a rural health clinic, each located in Appleton City, Missouri. Directions, contacts, and patient service information are featured.
http://www.ellettmemorial.com/
A division of Hudson Industries, Green’s Welding produces cattle handling and feed equipment, as well as custom products made to order. Its location, products, and capabilities are outlined, and a list of dealers is posted.
http://www.greenswelding.com/
In business since the end of World War II, the funeral home is located in Appleton City, Missouri. Its history, services, and merchandise are discussed, along with its pre-planning and immediate arrangement policies.
http://www.hillandson.net/
West Central Missouri Community Action Agency
Headquartered in Appleton City, Missouri, WCMCAA administers a variety of programs and services, including community development, early childhood education, emergency assistance, employment and training, energy assistance and conservation, family support, and others.
http://wcmcaa.org/
The Ford dealership in Appleton City, Missouri offers a full line of Ford cars and trucks, as well as a selection of pre-owned vehicles. Its inventory and Internet specials are highlighted, along with it parts and service departments, location, and hours of operation.
http://www.zinkmotor.com/