Tag Archives: wagons

A Mere 83 Hours

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Caryn

When people started moving west in the United States, the trips took approximately four months by wagon train. At that time, saying “goodbye” to loved ones was a very sad moment, because many times people would never see each other again. Continue reading →

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A Wonderful Life

Posted on June 16, 2016 by Caryn

One hundred and twenty three years ago yesterday, my grandfather, George Byer was born. His life would take many twists and turns. It would span two world wars, as well as other wars. He would live during two different centuries. … Continue reading →

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The Battle Of Platte Bridge Station

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Caryn

I don’t always think of myself as living in a historic area, although I should, because during the days of the Old West, at least, much history happened here. In fact, on this day, July 28, 1865, twenty year old … Continue reading →

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Life On The Homestead

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Caryn

Like many people, my great grand uncle, Cornealius Spencer and his wife Leola Stinson Spencer left Iowa and made their way to Oklahoma in the spring of 1893. With them were their children and Leola’s parents. They had heard that … Continue reading →

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Necessary Change

Posted on August 26, 2012 by Caryn

I have often wondered what it must have been like when the first automobiles were starting to make their way onto the scene. I think that both the people and the horses, or other animals used to pull wagons, must … Continue reading →

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