History A Century-Old Standoff: When Lawyers Needed a Little Earnest Money M Gwinn, December 27, 2025December 27, 2025 “If you people want that case tried again, you will have to put up $200.00 to pay Atty’s fees, i.e. $100.00 to Dillon & Nuckolls, and same amount to our firm.” Now, pull up a chair and let me show you something I found tucked away. It’s a single sheet… Continue Reading
History A Heartfelt Note from the Days of Yore M Gwinn, December 27, 2025January 30, 2026 “Many thanks for your prompt attention.” Welcome in, friends. I’ve got something special to show you today—a little slice of life from December of 1900. It’s a single sheet of paper from the law offices of St. Clair, Walker & Summerfield over in Fayetteville. It has that beautiful, warm yellow… Continue Reading
History A Glimpse into the Timber Woods of 1892 M Gwinn, December 27, 2025February 19, 2026 “Hoping you will be able to make a promp sale to a good advantage” Step back in time with me for a moment to April of 1892. I’ve been holding a little piece of our local history in my hands today, and it is just remarkable how much life is… Continue Reading