1898 War with Spain is declared in April and ends in July. Peace treaty, signed with Spain in December, guarantees Cuban independence and cedes Puerto Rico, Guam and the Philippines to the United States.
Adair County Missouri (Vacant / Not In Use) has 3 places on the National Register of Historic Places including 1 place of Statewide significance. Significant places include St. Mary's Church, Bear Creek Baptist Church, Travelers Hotel.
Some of the country's most noteable architects helped create the Adair County places including John Barker, Raymond H. Sanneman and McKim & Rollins. Prominent architectural styles found in Adair Country are Early Commercial and Romanesque.
Bear Creek Baptist Church
(added 1984 - - #84002132)