The founder of the city was named James F. Purcell. He was a former Sheriff of Jasper County and a farmer who became interested in lead and zinc mining.
Last updated Monday, March 1, 1999 by Claire Wichelmann.
With many thanks to Mary Ann Baker of the Webb City Genealogical Society for sending these documents.
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