The first Pioneer Days, sponsored by the Buckeye Woman’s Club, was held in the spring of 1967 to raise money to build a library. Led by Lola Johnson, the club began a project of hometown cooperation, fun and community spirit under the theme of “Build with Youth for a Better World.” Pictured here are the 1967 royalty of pioneer ladies, all of whom have lived in the Buckeye Valley for 60 years or more. Honoring Queen Pearl Couch is Sherry Vincent, the 1967 Phoenix Jaycee Rodeo queen. Other honorees, from left to right, are May Kreager, Dessie Miller, Mildred Shepard and Loretta Beloat.
Source: Buckeye Library
