I was only 7 years old when this event happened so, of course, I don'r actually remember it but as I grew up I personally knew and remember most of the local customers named in the article. My older sister dated one of the fellows quoted as being in the restaraunt at that time but who actually worked in the Gas station next door. My niece's husband was the son of the proprietors at that time, Curtis and Ruth Berry.

I have lived in Harrisonville all my life and do volunteer research for the area. I will see if I can locate a picture of the Red Onion. It was a popular place for many years and had many managers.

Since I have lived here all my life I am interested in your book and wonder what your connection is with the restaraunt. Please contact me at jovanm@aol.com.