Yes, Irma I knew the Davis family quite well. My granddad, Fred Welling was a partner with Clint on the station that was built adjacent (and north) of the Leon Hotel. At the time my folks were married Fred sold out and built a station in Maryville, MO - which was closer to relatives. Also, he gave the house to my folks as a wedding present. The Davis family made fine contributions to Leon. It was Leon's loss when they left. By the way my spam blocker doesn't understand NOT to block my stuff from the "list." Maybe because each entry has a different number -- I dunno. The result is that Brownie sez another generation has come and gone while I'm answering. ... jack