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January 1, 1880
Iron County Register
Ironton, Iron County, Missouri
What is this article about?
In Southeast Missouri, a local band cleared its debts via successful courthouse entertainments, raising $50. Formed in July 1877, it has spent $500 on instruments and a $200 wagon, supported by community events and member dues.
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The entertainments at the courthouse were a success in a financial point of view. About fifty dollars was realized—sufficient to pay off every cent of the band's indebtedness. This organization can now boast of having, clear of debt, the finest set of instruments in Southeast Missouri, and a band-wagon worth $200.
Since its organization in July 1877, the band has disbursed not less than $500. Much of this was secured through the aid and general good-will of the community, as expressed in patronizing the various picnics, balls and entertainments gotten up for its benefit, and a large proportion has been raised by means of dues, etc., from the members themselves.
Since its organization in July 1877, the band has disbursed not less than $500. Much of this was secured through the aid and general good-will of the community, as expressed in patronizing the various picnics, balls and entertainments gotten up for its benefit, and a large proportion has been raised by means of dues, etc., from the members themselves.
What sub-type of article is it?
Personal Triumph
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Fortune Reversal
What keywords are associated?
Band Success
Financial Independence
Community Support
Southeast Missouri
Musical Organization
Where did it happen?
Southeast Missouri
Story Details
Location
Southeast Missouri
Event Date
July 1877
Story Details
The band's entertainments at the courthouse raised about fifty dollars, sufficient to pay off all indebtedness. Organized in July 1877, the band has disbursed not less than $500, much through community support and member dues, now owning the finest instruments in Southeast Missouri and a $200 band-wagon clear of debt.