Looking Back 12-23

60 years ago

Dec. 23, 1948

SIKESTON - The Sikeston Bulldog cage squad was eliminated from the championship bracket in the Cape College Invitational Tournament yesterday when they were defeated by the Delta Bobcats, 41-36.

40 years ago

Dec. 23, 1968

SIKESTON - Discarded Christmas trees will be disposed of Thursday evening by the Sikeston Jaycees, project chairman Lloyd Stoner said today. There will be no charge for the pickup.

20 years ago

Dec. 23, 1988

SIKESTON - Howard Spicer entertains once a month on the organ for residents of Sikeston Health Care Inc. on Highway 60 West at Brown Spur Road. This month's session featured Christmas music.

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SIKESTON - Sikeston wrestlers Jeff Brazzle and Tim Stallings eyeballed each other for an opening during a recent Bulldog practice session. Both wrestlers are 10-0 so far this season and have been instrumental in the success of the team. They both have a chance to finish the season as undefeated state champions, a remarkable feat in itself.

10 years ago

Dec. 23, 1998

NEW MADRID - Van H. Sharp Jr., the 18th Circuit Clerk for New Madrid County, spoke to those attending a surprise retirement party Tuesday. Sharp has served as circuit clerk since 1951. In the 48 years, he has served under six circuit judges making him the longest serving elected official in the history of New Madrid County. Sharp will retire from office on Dec. 31.

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SIKESTON - Top four sellers of candles for the SEMO Christian Academy fundraiser were: Austin Henson, first place; Ian Meeks, second place; Nicki James, third place; and Dalton Freed, fourth place.