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Rich Hill is a small town in Bates County, Missouri, known as the "Town That Coal Built." Since 2008, this blog has been digging through old newspapers, county histories, family photos, and community memories to piece together the stories of the people, businesses, churches, and events that shaped Rich Hill — from its coal-mining boom years to the present day. Here you'll find everything from town-defining moments (train depot ambushes, natural gas jubilees, the founding of local churches) to the quieter stories of the people who called Rich Hill home — including a few who went on to leave their mark on the wider world. Have an old photo, a family story, or a correction? I'd love to hear from you — reach out at beardonme@gmail.com

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Sammuel Hackett

Does this house look familiar to you?
Tonight's blog I need help from the people who have been following this blog or just anyone who knows about this house. Just below the picture is an email about this house.


Hello Bart,

I read your blog on Samuel Hackett and appreciated that. I am a relative
of his and am interested in the Hackett family history, which is quite
interesting. Samuel was one of ten brothers. Eight of them fought in the
Civil War, on either side. I have here a picture of an old house which I
believe housed one of the brothers. I suppose it could be Samuel's. It
must have been in western Missouri or eastern Kansas in 1906. I'd like
you to take a look at it and see if you recognize it. Thanks a bunch.

Rick Walker
If you have information about the house pictured above please contact me any information is appreciated.

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