The city of Cameron is located in both Clinton and DeKalb counties, in northwestern Missouri. In 1854, a group of settlers led by Samuel McCorkle platted a four-block town near what is now I-35 and the DeKalb-Clinton County line, alongside the proposed route of the Hannibal-to-St. Joseph Railroad, naming the new town Somerville. However, the site proved to be too steep, so trains could not stop there. Using oxen, the settlers dragged the buildings from Somerville a mile southwest, forming the new town of Cameron, named for McCorkle’s wife, Malinda Cameron. Cameron was settled, but not incorporated until 1867, becoming a city in 1919. Prior to the Civil War, Cameron was one of the largest cities in Missouri. From 1883 to 1930, Cameron was a college town, as the Cameron Institute, later known as Missouri Wesleyan College, was located there. Cameron is situated just west of the intersection of I-35 and US Highway 36, on US Highway 69. Cameron is west of Hamilton, southwest of Winston, and northwest of Kingston.
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Cameron Area Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1929, the non-profit organization is made up of business members within the city of Cameron, Missouri and the surrounding area. Membership policies, a meeting schedule, member directory, and a guide to the area are put forward.
http://www.cameronmochamber.com/
Headquartered in Cameron, Missouri, the agricultural cooperative’s elevator is on South Walnut Street. Corn, soybean, and other agricultural futures are posted, along with its hours of operation, local conditions, and an portfolio.
http://www.cameroncoop.com/
The K-12th grade public school system in Cameron, Missouri operates Cameron High School, Cameron Veterans Middle School, Cameron Intermediate School, and Parkview Elementary School, each located in Cameron. Central office, faculty and staff contacts are posted, and announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.cameron.k12.mo.us/
The facility location and hours are posted, along with an overview of its programs and resources, schedules, and online registration, as well as contacts.
http://www.cameronymca.org/
The Cameron Historical Society Depot and Museum displays historic items reflecting the character and history of Cameron, Missouri from 1855 to the current time. The museum location, hours, and projects are featured, along with various media resources.
http://www.cameronhistory.com/
Published in Cameron, Missouri, the newspaper features news and sports stories, business articles, arts and entertainment pieces, opinion columns, obituaries, and announcements. Full access to its content requires a subscription.
http://mycameronnews.com/
The official municipal web site features a calendar of events, administrative and departmental contacts, news, announcements, and a variety of online resources, as well as a history of the community. Utility bills may be paid online.
http://www.cameron-mo.com/
Displays pictures of the accommodations and the common areas, a map of the Cameron area with directions to the hotel, and local points of interest.
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-cameron-missouri-MO065
Features detailed descriptions and a photo gallery of this Cameron hotel. Also includes services, amenities, and a rate checking utility.
http://www.econolodge.com/hotel-cameron-missouri-MO104
