The Tooele Transcript Bulletin has published Tooele County news since 1894. Here is a flashback of local front-page news from 25, 50, 75 and 100 years ago that occurred during the third week of January. January 11-13, 2000 Tooele was still a small-town place. The city’s mayor became emotional when giving a State of the City address in front of […]
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Winter Quarters – Nebraska
“Come, come ye saints, no toil nor labor fear” William Clayton Located on the brow of a hill overlooking the Missouri River, in a sleepy northern suburb of Omaha – Florence, Nebraska to be exact, is what remains of the temporary settlement Winter Quarters. The only evidence left that speaks to its existence is a cemetery shaded by tall cottonwood […]
Consider the good you may do for those you don’t know
“I received an email from someone I didn’t know,” Annie McDaniel said. The message started with, “I don’t know if you will ever receive this, but I hope you do,” this unknown sender began. “Of course, this unusual beginning got my attention immediately,” Annie continued, before saying, “As I continued to read the message, my emotions got the best of […]
Don’t go to church
FREEIn this article I am going to tell you something that may well seem contradictive to what I have said in the past, and very much counterintuitive to what you may have been told most of your life. That doesn’t mean I have changed my mind about this important issue; rather I simply believe it is critical that people understand […]
I hope you took the chance to leave your worldly cares behind for Christmas
The Johnsons were rushing to catch the Holiday Pajama Train. Their hurry seemed to be a representation of the holiday season. “One of us would not get his pajamas on so we could get here on time,” Kilee Johnson said, while sharing her getting-readying challenge with her most energetic and youngest son. “But we’re here and everything is all right.” […]
USS Kidd DD 661 – Baton Rouge, Louisiana
“It is the function of the Navy to carry the war to the enemy so that it is not fought on US Soil” Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Scattered across the 50 States are some incredible treasures that pay tribute to the patriots and warriors who, through extreme bravery and sacrifice, ensured the freedom of future generations of Americans. One […]
Jesus can cleanse and release you from your burdens
FREEI rolled over onto my back again while simultaneously scratching the back of my head. There was something there, a lump. I was too tired to care. Every position was uncomfortable. My skin was sticky and grimy from sweating all day. I should have taken a bath, but I didn’t want to. I stretched my legs, trying to relieve some […]
In 1950, new buildings dedicated at Tooele High School
The Tooele Transcript Bulletin has published Tooele County news since 1894. Here is a flashback of local front-page news from 25, 50, 75 and 100 years ago that occurred during the second week of January. January 11–13, 2000 Sen. Ron Allen filed two bills in the state Legislature which would use bond money, city and county donations, and sales taxes […]
Are you spot-checking to deepen your friendships?
It was a joyous occasion. There was food, drink and smiles on every face. But two. Those two walked into the room, separately, greeted a few people and pasted an obligatory smile on faces that showed strain in every other expression. All seemed just fine on the surface for a casual observer; so much so that others attending the social […]
Seeking a deeper meaning to Christmas
FREEThe mystery and wonder of Christmas continue beyond one day! Catholic Christian worship considers Christmas to be a season in which we remember the example and trials of the Holy Family, the unjust slaughter of the Holy Innocents by King Herod, the Epiphany or visit of the Wise Men, as well as Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan River by John […]