Neosho is the county seat of Newton County, Missouri, and its most populated city. Neosho was settled in the late 1820s, and the town was named the county seat in 1839. During the Civil War, Neosho residents were divided in their loyalties, although its sympathies leaned toward the South. When Missouri Governor Claiborne Jackson, who was pro-Confederate, was forced to evacuate the state capitol, he convened a special meeting of the legislature in the Masonic Hall in Neosho to vote on secession. The meeting was short of a quorum, however, so the legislature met again three days later, in Cassville, and voted to seceded from the Union. No major battles were fought in Neosho, but its downtown area was burned by retreating Confederate troops in 1863. In 1870, the Atlantic and Pacific Railroad extended its track to Neosho, later becoming the San Francisco and St. Louis Railroad, which was also known as the Frisco. In 1887, the Kansas City, Fort Smith and Southern Railroad came to Neosho, and the Missouri and North Arkansas Railroad connected with the Frisco and Kansas City Southern tracks in Neosho in 1908. Neosho is situated just east of Interstate Highway 49, which is also US Highway 71. Surrounding communities include Belfast, Diamond, Goodman, Granby, Monark Springs, Spurgeon, Sweetwater, and Tipton Ford.
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Chartered by the First Christian Church in Neosho, Missouri, Troop 55 is in the Nih-Ka-Ga-Hah District of the Boy Scouts of America youth organization. General information about scouting is presented, along with a history of the troop, meeting schedules, leadership contacts, and a merit badge guide.
http://troop55neosho.scoutlander.com/
Established as a plantation farm more than a century ago, the property now serves as a destination facility for events ranging from church picnics to family reunions. The Christian based business also hosts weddings. Directions, contacts, and an overview of its packages and prices are offered, along with a calendar of events.
http://bullskincreekevents.com/
Cafe Angelica Bistro & Catering
Locally owned and operated, the downtown Neosho, Missouri restaurant specializes in French and Italian cuisine. A profile of the restaurant is offered, along with its menu, catering services, and a calendar of events. Directions and hours of operation are posted.
http://www.cafeangelicaneosho.com/
The official municipal web site offers a profile of the local government, including administrative and departmental contacts, council meeting agendas and minutes, a calendar of events, and a guide to local schools, churches, organizations, and businesses.
http://www.neoshomo.org/
The skilled nursing and rehabilitation center offers short- and long-term programs for residents of Neosho, Missouri and the surrounding area. Its location, contacts, services and amenities, and a calendar of events are posted, along with photographs and news highlights.
http://www.medicalodgesneosho.com/
The daily newspaper is published in Neosho, Missouri. With access to its full content available by subscription, the web edition features news, sports and entertainment articles, opinion columns, obituaries, and classified advertising, as well as photographs, videos, games, and an calendar of events.
http://www.neoshodailynews.com/
Situated in Neosho, Missouri, the company offers screen printing, embroidery, engraving, election signs, trophies, plaques, athletic apparel, athletic shoes, banners, Red Wing boots, and other products and services, which are highlighted here, along with its hours of operation and contacts.
http://www.neoshographics.com/
Newton County Historical Society
Headquartered in Neosho, the county seat, the non-profit organization is charged with the preservation of the county’s history and historical items, including the maintenance of research databases with information for historians, genealogists, students, and the general public, which may be accessed online.
http://www.newtoncountyhistoricalsociety.org/
Cub Scout Pack 34 is chartered through the Neosho United Methodist Church in Neosho, Missouri, and is affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America youth organization. Meeting schedules, a calendar of events, den links, and information about camps, overnights, day camps, and other activities are put forward.
http://www.pack34neosho.org/
Affiliated with District 6110 of Rotary International, the Neosho, Missouri service organization is featured, including its history, leadership, membership policies, meeting schedules, and a calendar of events, along with its sponsors, club photos, and a member directory.
http://www.neosho.rotary-clubs.org/
