Neoma Foreman April 19, 2021 Hotel, Hospital and Home2021-04-19T08:24:39-05:00 Ozarks Roots Couple starts a new venture and reclaims history after the purcahse of the Durley Hotel The Durley Hotel was built in 1892 in Appleton City, Mo., for wealthy train travelers. It was a three-story structure, built of pressed brick. Elegant in its appointments, heated throughout with steam. It cost $25,000 to build with exquisitely finished workmanship. The grand opening was held Feb.