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  • November 22, 1963

    What historical event fascinates you the most? I was ten years old. It was during Geography class when the principal of Mackinaw Middle School in Saginaw, Michigan, made the announcement President Kennedy had been shot. A few minutes later he told us the president was dead. Here is a list of books I have read, Read more

  • Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 41: Dear Doctor

    Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 41: Dear Doctor

    Stress lives in Maple Valley, and the onset of the holidays kicks it into high gear. What would Thanksgiving be without worrying whether the turkey is big enough? Or if there’s enough stuffing? Or potatoes? Or antacid? As if worrying about food isn’t enough, there is always the possibility of uncomfortable situations. Every Maple Valley Read more

  • To Honor the Memory of My Uncle Dick Lambert

    To Honor the Memory of My Uncle Dick Lambert

    From the time I was old enough to recognize the people around me, there was one person who was my favorite. He held a place of love and admiration throughout my life that made every opportunity for me to be near him a delight. He was my Uncle Dick Lambert. In this photo I was Read more

  • Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 40: The Railroad and the Church General

    Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 40: The Railroad and the Church General

    Village council meetings in Maple Valley are generally docile. Minutes are read, dates approved, reports adopted, motions to adjourn bring meetings to an end. Last week will stand out in the history of Maple Valley council meetings, as Quintin O’Dillmotte’s shocking and outrageous plan to change the name of Maple Valley resulted in a high Read more

  • Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 39: O’Dillmotteville

    Scandal at Maple Valley – Episode 39: O’Dillmotteville

    “That is the stupidest thing I have ever heard, but coming from you I’m not surprised!” Sheriff Pete hollered into the phone as he slammed it down. Meanwhile, the mysterious calls from someone identifying herself as Sylvia Meisner suddenly stopped after Pete held the special meeting at the Ya’ll Sit a few months ago. No Read more

  • I Use DPDT Switches for AC and DC Power on my Model Railroad Control Panel

    I Use DPDT Switches for AC and DC Power on my Model Railroad Control Panel

    I have to admit, I have been working on my Maple Valley Short Line Model Railroad control panel for more than two years. I can run the layout just fine using Atlas Selectors to control power to the blocks, but I really want a panel with a layout diagram to make operations easier. Plus, I Read more