Bucklin High School - Reco Yearbook (Bucklin, MO)

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Slogan of Beautification ampaign repaired and Z7 new ones were built. Twelve owners put new roofs on their homes and 12 covered their homes with asbestos siding. Thirteen new bathrooms were built. Fifteen homes were remodeled and two new ones were built. Three new buildings were constructed in business section---Robert'S electric shop, Chariton Valley telephone building, and Dr. R. L. Bunton's modern brick suite fof dental rooms, One business place was completely remodeled following the disastrous fire in late winter. Two were partially remodeled. Nineteen store fronts were painted and 8 in- teriors were redecorated. Twelve flower box.es were p.lanted and tended on Main street. A planting of ever- greens and shrubs was made around the Methodist church. The Methodist and Christian churches remodeled their kitchens, putting in new cabinets, sinks, food bars, and a two-tier table. Both churches redecorated the church interiors and made miscellaneous improvements. The old Lyndonhotel was transformed into a neat and attractive spot with 21 newly papered and repaired rooms, two of which are used for restaurant and dining room. Some oi the members of MYF and CYF who helped improve the approaches to the overhead bridge on Main street with painted rocks, petunias, geraniums, and other annuals, They are Joan McClellan, Elna Johnson, Loretta Douglas, Carol Ann Vobornik, and Beverly King.

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Plan, Plant, Paint The majority of Bucklin citizens haven't waited for a planned progress program to demonstrate that they care about the ap- pearances of their property and their town. For years there have been well-kept lawns, homes, and business establishments. Many have been in the habit of painting and repairing each year. Others have found satisfaction in growing beautiful flowers. However, throughalittle organized effort, vacant and neglected places have been made neater and more attractive, and the town as a whole has taken on a tidier appearance. According to the report made by the Planned Progress committee, more than Lt 41.4 , -4 - 90'Zz of Bucklin homes joined the petunia parade. In spite of the late start of flowers due to the spring drouth, the summer rains and hard work created numerous and unique beauty spots, One hundred five flower boxeswere con- structed and 278 flower beds were made. Young people's organizations, the CYF, MYF, andCHI RHO, assumed responsibility for improving the looks of the approaches to the Burlington overhead bridge and the parking lot. Thirty-seven houses received a coat of paint, and 79 families redecorated the in- terior of their homes, Nine porches were Representative of the many homes that became spotsof beauty and interest is that of Mr. and Mrs. John Bradley who received honorable mention in the Contest for the most beautiful yard.

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Improvement Parking Facilities Before After ,n Q n , , , , -t H1 , A .. - I V ' . ' ,ti f 1 27. W F?-'wr 'R' - - 4 n z, N. - -A 4.,.- ' f. -V t ' 'ti ' A R' ' .5 5- 1 Q' ,f . . A uf A , V , '? W g.f,w'.', , ' inf ., , Y ' s- -, if an ,- 51 1. . n-iv, Lawfzxf 0 , ,Q--if W V - I W ts :hm N . we , - J 4, .4 H N, , l mei To relieve the congestion of traffic on Bucklin's narrow street in the business section, both township and city officials co- operated and worked with the planned pro- gress committee. The groups graded and graveled the grounds immediately back of the stores on the west side of the main street. A total of 69 U2 hours of labor was contributed, and 82 tons of gravel were used, the money for whichwas donated by the city. The parking lot committee consisted of: co-chairmen Ray Neff and Orville West, vice-chairman Arnold Stanley, tary Mrs. Frank Fitzgerald, and secre-