Related Pages. 1  much more on the History of Sport. 2  Timeline (all years) in the world of sport. 3  For future sporting events, see the Calendar of Major Sporting Events. 4  more about the World of Sport.
Originally the area was part of the infamous Indian Trail of Tears.. Monett was formally established in 1887 when the Frisco rail line moved its spur here. United Country Castle & Ranch Realty, LLC - Monett Missouri & Barry County. Privacy Statement | Terms Of Use. Each Office Independently Owned And Operated.
Ankeny was founded by John and Sarah Ankeny in 1875 and was incorporated on February 28, 1903. A railroad link from Des Moines through Ankeny to Ames was completed in 1874 and passenger service established in 1880. Coal mining became an important activity in the Ankeny area in the early 20th century.