Historic Photo of Tailholt Plaque Courtesy E Clampus Vitus Humbug Chapter No. 73. By the early eighties Humbug Chapter core membership had changed hands from members living near the Fort Jones area to Yreka. By the time this plaque was erected Yreka members had taken the helm and began placing more plaques in and around towns located where they lived. The Tailholt plaque was erected at the … [Read more...] about Tailholt Plaque
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Early Industries – from 1928
Historic Photo of Weed Lumber Company courtesy Gail Jenner Collection. From the January 3, 1928 issue of THE SISKIYOU TIMES, an article entitled OUTLOOK FOR SISKIYOU IN 1928 EXCEEDINGLY BRIGHT IN ALL THE DIFFERENT INDSUTRIES…..caught my attention. One of the most important projects listed for the upcoming year was the completion of the Montague Conservation District. Under its umbrella, thousands … [Read more...] about Early Industries – from 1928
On the Road to Shangri-La Part 2 of 3
Photo of interior of the Joss House in Weaverville, California by Bob Pasero. In “Part I” we looked at the history of Weaverville, author James Hilton’s “Shangri-La.” Today we will look at the various cultures that coexisted here during the gold rush and why it is unique in gold rush history. We will also examine factors that led to the monumental influx of “foreigners” to California. So, let’s … [Read more...] about On the Road to Shangri-La Part 2 of 3