J.C. Penney Boyhood Home

September 16, 1875

The Golden Rule Merchant, James Cash Penney was born in Nettleton, near present day Hamilton.

This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.