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
Cobwebs in the Attic
♦ Photo of Jeremy Fain and his 18 pound channel catfish taken at Shasta Lake. “The grand show is eternal. It is always sunrise somewhere; the dew is never dried all at once; a shower is forever falling; vapor is ever rising. Eternal sunrise, eternal dawn and gloaming, on sea and continents and islands, each in its turn, as the round earth rolls.” John Muir I gotta’ tell ya right now, I … [Read more...] about Cobwebs in the Attic
On the Road to Shangri-La Part 1 of 3
Historic Photo of City of Old Shasta, including the Empire Hotel and the Court House. Photo courtesy Gail Jenner Collection. The word “Shangri-La” can evoke many responses. Mention the word within your circle of friends and you may see the hint of a smile on the face of one, the relaxed countenance of another and, honestly, in the corner there may be a quizzical look on the face of that friend … [Read more...] about On the Road to Shangri-La Part 1 of 3
Historic Siskiyou County Communities
Photo Caption: Photo Courtesy Betty Jane Young Collection.Sawyer's Bar Parade and Celebration Tucked away between the mountain ranges of Western Siskiyou County lay communities that contributed substantially to the area’s economic development during the early years of settlement. Historically, of course, this land was home to thousands of native people prior to white contact. Some of the … [Read more...] about Historic Siskiyou County Communities