Legacy of Jackson County Judges
Jackson Countians then - as now - owe Truman much gratitude for his vision and successful execution of a multitude of decisions that kept Jackson County at the forefront of forward-thinking county planning, civic up-building, good government, welfare and healthcare issues. County Court minutes are full of details that tell the story of how Jackson County survived (and in some instances thrived) during the Great Depression of the 1930s.