Postcards from the State of Jefferson (Postcard History)
The “”State of Jefferson”” refers to the rugged and wilder portions of Southern Oregon and Northern California. With majestic Mount Shasta at its heart and the Cascades as its backbone, this area has been home to several Native American tribes for generations. It became known as the “”northern mines”” during the famous Gold Rush of 1849. Today, the area is famous for its wild rivers and forested mountainsides. While mining, logging, and ranching were the “”state’s”” first industries, recreation and tourism now compete as major industries.
Throughout its history, the desire to create a separate state has remained as strong as it was in the 1850s. In 1941, citizens rallied to create a 49th state. The would-be Jeffersonites held a gubernatorial election and even created a state seal: a gold pan etched with two Xs, signifying the double-cross by Salem and Sacramento politicians. The seal can be seen on flags and other State of Jefferson memorabilia, and those who reside here still manifest the independent spirit that has characterized the region.
- Series: Postcard History
- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (April 22, 2013)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0738596663
- ISBN-13: 978-0738596662
- Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 0.3 x 9.2 inches
Wonderful writers, each with their own style, sharing stories of the heart that are great reads for any season. Loved the collection.
Two sisters, one practical and decisive, the other sweet but easily flustered. Sarah is waiting for her Samuel to arrive so they can get married. She finds a stranger wounded and unconscious in the wood pile instead, but it is up to Mary to keep her head and help their uninvited guest. But he is not the last stranger to show up before it is all over. Sweet romance.
It is a joy to read this eclectic collection of stories and essays by fifty-four country women from the west. But you don't have to be from the west or even from rural America to enjoy this anthology.
Ankle High, Knee Deep is organized into seven categories: Fortitude, Horse Sense, Community, Self-Reliance, Memory, Resilience and Lessons. Inspiring real life stories by these hard working, strong women pack each section, and overwhelm me with admiration and respect for them.
I got this book for my husband. We live in the "State of Jefferson" and he was very impressed with the photos and the writing.
Great stories of hardship, adventure and Love. Each story had their special touch in the story telling. Enjoyed all stories,each author up to their expectations.
Every one of the stories in this book are excellent! If you look and listen carefully you will see life's lessons. I hope you will give this book a try. I just know you're going to love them too!
Starr as Ruby SlippersA wonderful insight into one of my favorite places in the world. The author traces the natural and cultural history of the region from it's ancient geologic past to the park as we know it today. It brought back a lot of powerful memories from my time there.
I thoroughly enjoyed this collection of Christmas romances set on the old West. Each had its unique twist that kept me reading. Some, the plot kept me guessing, others the characters pulled me. All were good. Well-written and better than average for this genre.
