Names of Places

[denjac]

On the buffalo river forum I had a story about how a place on the river got named. I would like to know if anybody has any stories about how coves , creeks ect on Table Rock and surrounding areas got their names. I find it interesting and educational. Our heritage and folklore tales come from these names. Any input or interest?

[crappiefisherman]

If any of you ever have gone caving in the area<spelunking>, you know many, but the most famous is on one of the public passages in marvel cave.It is a very low hanging rock in the passage.very easily struck with the top of ones head.It is called the rock of many names

[SKMO]

A friend of mine from Shell Knob (Tom Koob) just published a book called "Buried By Table Rock Lake" that has a ton of information about local history. It is basically a book about all the stuff now underwater and goes into detail about the people and farms that were displaced, the old fords, bridges, communities, ferries, fishing camps, indian sites, etc. Lots of interviews with people who related first hand stories about what the river was like before the lake, the building process, and how lives were changed.

Tom also published "History of Fishing on Table Rock Lake" a couple years ago.

As far as names the book has scores of specific instances on the naming of places.

One example of something local I did not know was the nameing of "needle eye" near Shell Knob. I always thought it was named for the long oblong peninsula, now called needle Needle Eye peninsula. Instead it was named for a pinnacle rock that used to stand near the old Shell Knob bridge near Lost Hill (now the island). Anway the pinnacle was tall and skinny with a hole in the top hence the "needle eye rock" name. Now the rock and the old bridge are both "buried".

If you are interested in this sort history it is well worth the $12 price of admission. Has several old photos as well. I could not put it down. If anyone is interested in gettnig a copy, I know it is for sale at a couple places at Branson Landing (not BPS) plus Tom will mail it to anyone wanting to purchase it.

[denjac]

How do I get ahold of him for the books? Sounds like a good read.

[SKMO]

I'll talk w/him later today and ask.

[champ187xr6]

I know one place is Saw Tooth Mill in SK. I hope to pick one up this next weekend when I am down.

[Martin]

Try this link for Tom Koobs books.

http://www.shellknob.com/fishing.htm

[SKMO]

In addition to Sawtooth they are sold at the Chamber of Commerce in SK, and the gas station at the SK Bridge. probably other places as well.

Martin's link is a good one and you can email Tom from that. It is his correct email address.

This is just a really good read for anyone with a leaning interest in local history.

[SKMO]

I talked with Tom today and he said that anyone interested in the book can contact him by email at the address Martin listed above. (tkoob (at) centurytel.net)

He will tell you where it might be available over the counter near you, or he will mail you one himself.

[CMAC]

I read a copy of his book buried by table rock, did it over thanksgiving weekend. I couldn't put the book down, especially the chapters about buried treasures and dive spots!!!

Great Xmas present!