Does a lost silver mine exist in the area of Birch Island Run? Lost mines filled with silver and lead. Believe it or not, these tales are not limited to the wild west, where prospectors search endlessly for buried riches – Pennsylvania has numerous stories regarding lost silver mines. These legends are so common that … Continue reading The Lost Silver Mine of Birch Island Run
Remember the Alamo: John Purdy Reynolds
Memorial to John Purdy Reynolds, Lewistown The rain, which had started as I stood at the grave of William Rankin, had turned to a downpour before I was able to cross the road and crawl into the dry warmth of the vehicle. Note: more about William Rankin can be found here: William Rankin. “Before we … Continue reading Remember the Alamo: John Purdy Reynolds
Medal of Honor: William Rankin
Grave of William Rankin, St. Mark's Community Cemetery, Lewistown The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their … Continue reading Medal of Honor: William Rankin
Along the Way…Leonard Rhone had a Picnic
A row of tents at the Centre County Grange Fair Along the Way...Leonard Rhone had a Picnic By Norman Houser In Good Day!, Vol. 6, Issue 3, October 2022 Reprinted with permission The sun had barely peeked over the distant mountains as I walked the vacant grounds in search of breakfast – despite the fairgrounds … Continue reading Along the Way…Leonard Rhone had a Picnic
Along the Way…The Louis J. Taber Memorial Forest
This is not the memorial forest...just a beautiful picture of nature Along the Way… The Louis J. Taber Memorial Forest By Norman Houser In Good Day!, Vol. 6, Issue 2, August 2022 Reprinted with permission The forests of southeastern Ohio provide countless opportunities to explore the wonders of nature. With more than 830,000 acres to … Continue reading Along the Way…The Louis J. Taber Memorial Forest
Medal of Honor: John Lilley
Grave of John Lilley, First Methodist Cemetery, Lewistown The Medal of Honor symbolizes the ideals of patriotism, courage, sacrifice, and integrity and is the highest award presented for military valor in action. Those recipients have shown bravery in combat, going above and beyond the call of duty, risking – and often sacrificing – their lives … Continue reading Medal of Honor: John Lilley