STONE COUNTY PIONEERS
James K. Gordon and his wife, Loretta, were among the spectators who watched the ceremonies unfold during Stone County's 150th Anniversary Celebration on the square in Galena, June 2, 2001.  Jim Gordon grew up in the hills around Cape Fair.  For years he milked several head of registered Jerseys, east of Galena.

Loretta is the daughter of Alonzo and Thelma Thomas.  Besides having the undisputed reputation as one of "the best cooks in Stone County," Loretta has worked as a waitress and at the casket factory that was in Crane.  The Gordons will celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary later this year.
Photo by Junior Warren, Galena, MO.


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