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Tooth pulling, in this instance, was a two-person job in 1872.
Waxing poetic about a dental experience
It is my fault. My rear molar started hurting before COVID. Once total isolation hit, I learned to live with its flare-ups. Then last month it got worse. Really bad. I ached. My face was swollen. I … more
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Need to plan a date? Here are some ideas for a low-key Valentine’s Day
It’s almost Valentine’s Day and for those who are in a relationship, that means that you need to come up with date ideas for your special someone. You could go the stereotypical … more
Remembering a speech: Bob Rivoire recalls listening to president’s ‘Day of Infamy’ speech on Philco radio
There is no better experience when biking in and around The Galena Territory than finding Bob Rivoire doing the same. Bob’s an interesting guy and one could do a multitude of feature stories on … more
Earth works: Think before you buy
How many of us sit, reading or watching TV, mindlessly munching on snacks? This kind of mindless consumption is harmless, other than potentially being bad for your health. But many in our … more
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Ryan Harrington–Southern Glazers
Finding a song of commerce in Galena
Commerce Street at 7:30 Thursday morning! My heart sings with the movement of goods; it sings the early morning song of working people making deliveries before the shops and restaurants open. It is … more
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Tessa Flak, front left, Historical Society Executive Director, is presented a check from the members of the Galena VFW Post 2665 at their March 12 meeting.
A Generous Gesture: Galena VFW’s Donation Paves the Way for History
In a community brimming with historical significance, the latest act of generosity from the GalenaVeterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2665 stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of service and … more
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Guess what happened just prior to planned EMS photo?
Making a photo of first responders is a challenging business. Bill Bingham, Galena Area Emergency Medical Service coordinator, had asked if yours truly might take a photo of first … more
A dream job: Reminiscing about working overnight horseback rides in The Galena Territory
I want to take a few minutes to thank everyone who has reached out to me since my column last week. The welcome has been warm and very gratifying. I had a number of good conversations with local … more
George Rust sold Fords back in the early days of automobiling. Can you identify where this is on Main Street?
Curious names from past issues of The Galena Gazette
It is interesting to note the many curious names the reader encounters in perusing the archival Galena Gazettes. Did their names influence their occupations? There were two men of the cloth in … more
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Chicago and North Western Railway being serviced in Galena. Originally built in 1892 and rebuilt in 1916. (F.R. Ritzman photos/Lake States Railway Historical Association.)
Narrow gauge railroads
L ast week’s visit to the Elizabeth Illinois Railroad Museum encouraged me to do a bit of exploring. A hissing, puffing, clattering, and whistling steam engine worked its way into my … more
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The root systems of the prairie run deep, up to 14 feet into the ground.
How do we learn to listen to the prairie?
This morning I got up before daybreak to stand barefooted on what is a bit of remnant prairie. I wanted to hear what it had to tell me before I started writing this column, the second in a series on … more
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The Dosers replaced the old, worn down mailbox, with a surprise on top.
Profound sense of hope abides
“I had never before prayed for a donkey,” he told me after receiving the good news about Sister. Last week’s column carried a rather grim headline suggesting that there was no … more
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