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Marshall, Missouri: Jim the Wonder Dog Memorial Garden

Memorial park to Jim the Wonder Dog, a magical (but real) pooch who could understand English and predict the future.

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Jim the Wonder Dog statue planned

Jim the Wonder Dog may have been the smartest canine that ever lived - and his hometown of Marshall, MO, would like to create some lasting tributes. Jim, a Llewellyn English Setter who lived from 1925 to 1937, entertained Missourians at state and county fairs with his mental acrobatics....

[01/03/1998] Complete News Story

Grave of Jim the Wonder Dog

Grave of Jim the Wonder Dog, famous dog that could read minds, count, knew many languages, more. Someone puts flowers on his grave, no one knows who.

[Jim McCarty, 06/11/1997]

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Jim the Wonder Dog Memorial Garden

Address:
101 N. Lafayette Ave., Marshall, MO
Directions:
Downtown, on the west side of N. Lafayette Ave., just north of its intersection with W. North St. One block west of the town square.
Hours:
Daily 9am-dusk. Statue is lit at night. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Admission:
Donations appreciated.
RA Rates:
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Grave of Jim the Wonder DogGrave of Jim the Wonder Dog, Marshall, MO - 1 mi.
In the region:
General "Blackjack" Pershing Statue and Birthplace, Laclede, MO - 46 mi.

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