Schell City, Missouri was platted in 1871, and named for Augustus Schell, who owned the property upon which the town was laid out. The first building constructed in the new town was a saloon, built in 1871 by two men named Barber and Kisner. A post office opened under that name that same year, and other businesses and homes soon followed, including a drugstore, blacksmith, grocer, and a general store. Baptist and Methodist Episcopal churches were also constructed in 1871. The Church of Israel originated in Schell City in 1972, and is currently headed by Dan Gayman, a former Schell City teacher. Surrounding communities include Harwood, Prairie City, and Taberville.
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Located near the banks of the Osage River in the rural southwestern Missouri town of Schell City. General information about the congregation, doctrines, and beliefs about its Anglo-Israel roots are put forward, including articles from The Watchman, its newsletter, photographs, and an audio archive of past sermons.
http://www.churchofisrael.org/
Founded and headquartered in Schell City, Missouri, the Church of Israel was organized in 1941. A history of the denomination and an overview of its doctrines, leadership contacts, and a calendar of events are presented.
http://www.churchofisrael.info/
The business began in 1986 with just a few lakes and a small store, but now includes a 150-acre fish farm with a 600 square foot fishing supply store in Schell City, Missouri. The fish that are currently available are highlighted, and its tackle and other fishing gear are discussed, along with a campground behind the farm, offering tent camping and RV spots.
http://www.dainsfishfarm.com/
The FSB was chartered in Schell City, Missouri in 1910, and has since expanded to Bolivar, Galmey, and Pittsburg. Its branch locations, lobby and drive-up hours, ATM locations, and online banking services are featured, with an overview of its banking products, services, and contacts.
https://www.fsbmo.com/
