December 17, 1931
C.C. McCallon’s clothing store in West Plains was robbed by Ma Barker’s gang. It was noted that they took over $2,000 worth of clothing and only the latest fashions.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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