Author: Tom
Scissors the Hog
He was probably the most valuable hog of his day. His worth was measured in extraordinary sums of money, yet his owner would not sell…
A Champion in the Showring
He was a champion in the show ring and his fame grew far beyond farm country. In fact, he was so well known, he had…
The Royal Gorge
For over seven decades, this bridge was a record setter, the highest suspension bridge in the world. It continues to draw visitors from around the…
Amazed by the Natural Beauty
Thousands of people still drive to this location to be amazed by the natural beauty of this place. It makes you wonder what the first…
Quincy’s Coca-Cola Millionaires
In the Great Depression era, Quincy, Florida was a town of nearly 4000 residents. Although times were tough, the advice of one local banker helped…
The Cheyenne Depot Museum
Cheyenne, Wyoming was one of the towns known as “hell on wheels” for its wild railroad boomtown beginnings. You can still find some of that…
Fort Hartsuff
Unless you live in central Nebraska or are perhaps a history buff of the 1870s, you’ve probably near heard of Fort Hartsuff. However, a trip…
An Interesting Fort to Visit
Just south of Burwell, Nebraska you’ll find a fort that is quite interesting to visit. While there were no major battles or skirmishes here, what…
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum
Perhaps it’s fitting that you have to go a bit out of the way to find the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum. This well known site…
A Place That Didn’t Deter Ship Captains
Some sailors and airman have long feared the Bermuda Triangle for the mysterious fate of some who have passed there. Whitefish Point is a bit…
