Fire and Ice by Paul Harvey
Nobody knows why firefighters are firefighters. Not even they can tell you why. It’s time somebody try. Firefighting is the most risky of all dead end jobs and yet also the one where most workers are most likely to punch in early. It’s hard enough to believe that; it’s impossible to explain it. Fire and […]
Where were you when the world stopped turnin?
“Where were you when the world stopped turnin’ That September day? Were you in the yard with your wife and children Or workin’ on some stage in L.A.? Did you stand there in shock at the sight of that black smoke Risin’ against that blue sky? Did you shout out in anger, in fear for […]
Dirt Roads By Paul Harvey
Let’s liven it up a piece and relive a bit of history. The following is Paul Harvey’s take on the value of a dirt road. How apt for a community where so many still live on a dirt road. “What’s mainly wrong with society today is that too many Dirt Roads have been paved. There’s […]
Luke comes home from his first day of school, and his mother asks, “What did you learn today?” “Not enough,” Luke replies. “They said I have to go back tomorrow.
Chad: Why do magicians do so well in school? Josh: I don’t know. Why? Chad: They’re good at trick questions. Jacob: Why was the teacher wearing sunglasses to school? Leonard: Why? Jacob: She had bright students!
The ole’ community has been lively at its best
The ole’ community has been lively at its best. The Library is starting to regain that energy too. We have some exciting happenings that are up and comin and we just know that you will be chompin at the bit to get out and have some fun. We certainly hope you enjoyed your summer and […]
The Corp Peddles into History (part 2)
So Onward we go. We met the men of the 25th Infantry in their preparations for the ultimate journey in our previous article. Let’s ride along now to learn more about these fine young men and their brave spirit. Lt. Moss was positive the 2 previous bike trips proved how useful bicycles could be to the […]
Peddlin and Pushing into History
The Army has always looked for innovative ways to accomplish their tasks. From foot soldiers to the motorized services used today, the Army has experimented. Back in the late 1800’s the Army was looking for a way to change things up. Calvary horses were the mode of transportation at that time. Unfortunately horses died. Horses […]
How To Work Out
Have you had your workout today? You need to get sucked into a good workout. Are you are looking for ways to improve your memory and concentration and relieve stress? Take a trip – read. Did you know that reading a book provides significant benefits to brain function? A little more than a quarter of Americans say […]
The Pony Express Adventures (Part 2)
The stories of the riders, station keepers, and Division Superintendents can only add color and excitement to the Pony Express history. Not everyone was honest in their employment, but the ramrods who managed the divisions left behind colorful tales and characters in the history of the Pony Express. Jack Slade added to the exploits of […]
Farewell Pony
Gitty up old Joe it’s on the road we go. Clear the track and let the Pony come thru. Through rain, sleet or snow we always get through. “Wanted young skinny wiry fellows not over eighteen. Must be expert riders willing to risk death daily. Orphans preferred.” The larger than life image compels us to […]