I am certain that you will not consider today’s tale to be the standard, run-of-the-mill post that is typical. I am the first to admit that the stories of real German Lutherans who had their roots in Southeast Missouri do not often contain much excitement. Today’s post will contain some real adventure, including a saloon … More Kester and Bigler – Off to the California Gold Rush
Two teenagers made the voyage as part of the Gesellschaft aboard the Copernicus in 1838. If the teenagers back then were at all like teenagers nowadays, they would have likely found opportunities to hang around each other while on the voyage. If they didn’t know one another before they got on the ship, the may … More Copernicus Couple
I do not have an easy story to tell today. In fact, I would call it brutal. There is a very horrific event that I have to share. In fact, I really debated whether I should tell this story. In the end, I am telling this tale because this story led me to understand a … More The Perry-Dubuque Connection
