Author: Tom
The Soapy Smith Gang
Mr. Smith had a telegraph office and a friendly group of men that could send your message for a fee. Too bad those messages never…
The Path to Gold
For many this trail to gold began in Seattle, but the toughest part of the journey was in the mountains above Skagway, Alaska.
North to Alaska!
Just about every gold rush has the same story line: Gold is discovered, a handful of people early to the gold field strike it rich,…
Restoring Masterpieces
To say Joe Newell restores pool tables is like saying Michelangelo was just a painter. The work Joe does is a masterpiece itself, taking them…
Pool Table Restoration
In the middle of farm country, you can find one of the nation’s experts on this game, not to mention he’s an expert craftsman that…
Harnessing Electricity from the Wind
For those who visit Palm Springs, California for the first time, they are often most surprised, not by the luxurious resorts and gold courses, but…
The History of Wind Farming in California
If someone tells tall tales we might say they are full of wind. Mr. Oliver’s story was not only full of wind, it was about…
An Island with A View
This island has some of the best views of San Francisco Bay and the city itself, yet most people didn’t want to live here. In…
An Island Called Alcatraz
At one time, it was one of the nation’s most important forts, but that’s not how the it’s known today. Now it’s a destination for…
Palm Springs Oasis
If you visit Palm Springs, California, you may be tempted to believe this resort town was carved out of an endless desert. That is partly…