Author: Tom
A Hero Remembered Over a Century Later
What should have been a time of holiday cheer was quickly turned into tragedy. However, the story could have turned much worse if not for…
The Inventor of the Flying Machine
You probably haven’t heard of Henry Heitz. However, the folks in Elkton, South Dakota know that he invented a flying machine…that didn’t fly. But perhaps…
The Circus Comes to Town
The people of Elkton, South Dakota were excited that the circus was in town. But when bad weather forced its cancellation it wasn’t the end…
A Canceled Circus with a Special Performance
Just about everyone loves the circus, so people in Elkton, South Dakota were disappointed when bad weather forced the cancellation of the show that had…
The High Desert Museum
There are plenty of museums across the country to visit, but it’s fairly rare to find one that cover 40 acres. This one can make…
The Last to Receive Rail Service
As settlers moved west, rail lines were not far behind them in most cases. However, when you look at the entirety of the lower 48…
A Town That’s Boring
Sometimes you run into someone, who when asked about where they live, will tell you they live in a boring place. Perhaps the don’t see…
Sharing Information About Bigfoot
A trip to Boring, Oregon is anything but – especially if you stop by the place Cliff Barackman established back in 2019. Whatever you think…
Finding Sasquatch
The term “sasquatch” is one that invokes a variety of images for people. To some in may be merely a mythical creature that roams the…
A Mill with a Global Impact
Many of us are fascinated by those old mills that use water power to turn wheels or turbines that in turn power the machinery to…
