Old Settlers bring on the fun

A hearty crowd attended Old Settlers Day in Neosho Falls with a wide assortment of games and activities.

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August 28, 2023 - 4:38 PM

Gregory McCullough competes in horseshoes at the Old Settlers Day celebration in Neosho Falls Saturday. Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register

Saturday was picture perfect for Old Settlers Day in Neosho Falls. Activities included horseshoes and tug-of-war as well as kids games, Bingo and music with Undertaker Tunes and Jake Marlin & The Reckless. 

Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register

At right, marking their Bingo cards are, from left, Aleah Bland, Zolene Bland, and Hadassah Bland of Iola.

Photo by Vickie Moss / Iola Register

Here, Lahrimyr Jacobs, left, and Bexlie Lockhart enjoy a treat before the kids games start. 

Bottom right, Gregory McCullough competes in horseshoes.

The town was founded in 1857. In 1879, President Rutherford B. Hayes attended its district fair. 

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