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The Northern California Traveler, located in Cedarville, has announced that after thirty-five years, its time to retire. Founded by the late Dennis and Kathy Smith, the two have always were at the helm of the publication. Since 2016, I penned a monthly a column for the Traveler and have always had a close association with the publication. Shucks, back in 1993, they published a rare profile of yours truly, still not sure how I allowed that to happen!

Tim

A year ago today, I lost a very dear friend, Henry “Hank” Martinez, Jr. A native of Westwood, it was a place so endeared to him, and especially “Old Town” where he grew up. Years later, his sons, referred to their father’s visits to Westwood paramount to the pilgrimage to the Holy Land.

While Hank enjoyed talking about Westwood, he was very knowledgable about so many topics and we had many epic and enjoyable discussions. Hank had many passions in life, one of which he shared with his father—photography. Over the years, Hank and I shared a variety of historical photographs. Some may notice where I credit him for those who gave to me. After his passing, there would be a final exchange whereby I received historical aerials of the region—only fitting he being a pilot among his credentials. 

Thank you Hank and your family for enriching my life. 

Tim

Alas, I do not have a Christmas story today. It should be noted for the record that prior to 1900 a community Christmas tree was placed inside Susanville’s Methodist Church.

It is that time to slowly focus on a new year that is quickly approaching. As usual I have put together a 2020 calendar with a wide variety of historic scenes that include Camp Harvey Cookhouse, the Volcano Room of the Hotel Mt. Lassen, the Lassen Monuments, Paul Bunyan Lumber Company, Bly Tunnel, the Sierra Theater to name a few. One has three options to purchase calendars:

1) Locally, you can purchase them at Margie’s Book Nook.

2) You can purchase direct online by clicking here

3) You can also email me to place your order, and it will be sent with an invoice.

Thanks.

Not sure what to give that special someone, but want to keep the budget balanced too? Why not a gift membership to tipurdy.org. At five dollars a month it is a bargain. You can decided whether for a month, quarter or even splurge for a year.

The recipient not only receives a daily email notification of the latest topic, but is entitled to hard to find papers on the Eagle Lake Ice Caves, too. On top of that they can partake in members’ tours such as the summer solstice observance at an ancient solar observatory. Even if that person on your list is not local, they still receive materials associated with the tours.

Information on subscriptions is found right here. Have a question drop me a line at tim@tipurdy.org.