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Buckeye Bleau
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Canton, Ohio, here.
Historically, we are the home of three interesting and diverse industries.
Hoover Vacuum - What a dirty world it would be without us.
Timken Steel and Roller Bearing - The world won't move without us.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame - Where they enshrine the players and in this town they do stand for the national anthem and they fly the flags proudly at the HOF. On a side note, The HOF is here because pro football was founded here at a local Hupmobile Dealership, one of the few existing original teams is the Green Bay Packers.
Joe
Historically, we are the home of three interesting and diverse industries.
Hoover Vacuum - What a dirty world it would be without us.
Timken Steel and Roller Bearing - The world won't move without us.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame - Where they enshrine the players and in this town they do stand for the national anthem and they fly the flags proudly at the HOF. On a side note, The HOF is here because pro football was founded here at a local Hupmobile Dealership, one of the few existing original teams is the Green Bay Packers.
Joe
Bob Denman
New member
Grahamsville, NY
I had to go find the story for you all!
So our Town is named after an unwilling participant in an "Indian encounter with unfortunate results". :shocked:
I had to go find the story for you all!At this time there were several hundred troops stationed at a fort on Honk Hill. Their commander, on learning what had occurred, at once resolved to dispatch a part of his men to intercept the savages at the Chestnut Woods, about thirteen miles from Napanoch. Volunteers were called for, when an officer named John Graham, stepped forward, and offered to go with a sergeant's guard, consisting of eighteen privates and a sergeant and corporal. He was offered more, but refused to take them. But one of those whom he proposed to lead on a hazardous expedition, was an expert Indian-fighter. The name of this man was Abraham Van Campen, and he was a near kinsman of the noted Major Moses Van Campen. The others were from the old settlements east of the Shawangunk, and unused to border-warfare.
When Graham reached the Chestnut woods, he had seen nothing of the enemy, and probably not knowing whether they were in advance or in his rear, he encamped in a valley where Chestnut brook enters the Papacton creek near the late residence of Neil Benson, deceased. At this place, the hills form a triangle, with a space of nearly level ground at the junction of the streams, and narrow gorges leading north, east and west. Here he resolved to wait and surprise the marauders if they passed that way, and while doing so he sent away Van Campen to procure venison.*[The Van Campens were of an old and aristocratic Dutch family, to whom the Van Camp patent had been granted. They degenerated into hunters and trappers, and were as wild as the Indians themselves. Major Moses Van Campen, the spy and guide of General Sullivan when he destroyed the villages of the Senecas, was probably the only white man who ever penetrated the camp of hostile Indians, and after circulating freely among them, got away safely.]
No rat ever walked more unconsciously into a trap than did the brave but rash Graham. Without knowing it, he and his party were as completely in the power of the enemy as if they had been a covey of partridges under a fowler's net. The Indians and tories occupied the elevations on every side, where they were securely posted behind tree-trunks, and awaited the signal of death from their leader. But they were not content with their advantage in position. One of their number approached the whites by the usual path, and drew their fire. As he came in sight, Graham was drinking from the brook. When he arose to his feet, he saw the red man and ordered his men to fire. The Indian fell upon his face, the balls whistled over his head, he jumped upon his feet, and disappeared in the bushes, as a murderous volley was poured upon Graham and his friends from every side. But two beside Van Campen escaped, and it is not known that a single one of the assailants received so much as a scratch. History does not record the name of the commander of the Indians; but his extraordinary skill leaves but little doubt that he was the celebrated Colonel Brant. †[Indian Narratives.]
When Graham reached the Chestnut woods, he had seen nothing of the enemy, and probably not knowing whether they were in advance or in his rear, he encamped in a valley where Chestnut brook enters the Papacton creek near the late residence of Neil Benson, deceased. At this place, the hills form a triangle, with a space of nearly level ground at the junction of the streams, and narrow gorges leading north, east and west. Here he resolved to wait and surprise the marauders if they passed that way, and while doing so he sent away Van Campen to procure venison.*[The Van Campens were of an old and aristocratic Dutch family, to whom the Van Camp patent had been granted. They degenerated into hunters and trappers, and were as wild as the Indians themselves. Major Moses Van Campen, the spy and guide of General Sullivan when he destroyed the villages of the Senecas, was probably the only white man who ever penetrated the camp of hostile Indians, and after circulating freely among them, got away safely.]
No rat ever walked more unconsciously into a trap than did the brave but rash Graham. Without knowing it, he and his party were as completely in the power of the enemy as if they had been a covey of partridges under a fowler's net. The Indians and tories occupied the elevations on every side, where they were securely posted behind tree-trunks, and awaited the signal of death from their leader. But they were not content with their advantage in position. One of their number approached the whites by the usual path, and drew their fire. As he came in sight, Graham was drinking from the brook. When he arose to his feet, he saw the red man and ordered his men to fire. The Indian fell upon his face, the balls whistled over his head, he jumped upon his feet, and disappeared in the bushes, as a murderous volley was poured upon Graham and his friends from every side. But two beside Van Campen escaped, and it is not known that a single one of the assailants received so much as a scratch. History does not record the name of the commander of the Indians; but his extraordinary skill leaves but little doubt that he was the celebrated Colonel Brant. †[Indian Narratives.]
So our Town is named after an unwilling participant in an "Indian encounter with unfortunate results". :shocked:
RinconRyder
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My father was drafted into the Army in 1940 and stationed at Fort Riley in the cavalry - same outfit as Custer's. Mom and dad were married on the post in 1942 after which he was transferred into armor and became an amphib tank commander in the invasion of Leyte in 1944.
In his 70's he could still remember the names of others in his company and the names of their horses. His was a mare called Dinkus. After Pearl Harbor his outfit spent some time at the old Papago Park post here in Phoenix (which is where he met my mom). The 7th Cavalry held their last charge here shortly before disbanding. We scattered his ashes there after he died.
BigGuy66
Member
Now you know me...
...and our town of Winona Lake, IN - now The Village at Winona. From the website:
"During the late 19th century, the Winona Lake area became home to the Beyer brothers, a family of enterprising dairy farmers who first saw the area’s artesian springs as a source of natural refrigeration for their company. Over time they saw the potential for much more. In 1887, the brothers built Spring Fountain Park, a resort complete with a hotel, a racetrack and a roller coaster.
The resort was sold in 1894 to Presbyterian church leader Dr. Solomon Dickey, who dreamed of turning the area into a religious retreat. Thanks to his substantial improvements—including the building of homes, cottages and the canal—the succeeding years brought significant growth to the area. Conferences, church retreats and summer vacations swelled the Park’s seasonal tourism.
By 1905, the resort and surrounding area had been renamed Winona Lake. The following ten years are now known as the ‘Golden Age’ of Winona Lake, with summer tourism reaching 250,000. It was during these years that evangelist Billy Sunday built a home in the nearby village. Thanks to Sunday’s presence, Winona Lake became a haven for religious community, its summer days filled with church conferences, conventions and training schools. The area became oasis for Midwesterners looking for rest and relaxation as well as strong spiritual community.
In 1994, a restoration project began to transform the Winona Lake community to its former glory. With the creation of new commercial and residential areas, as well as the restoration of nearly 30 properties, new life began to reappear. Over the last 20 years the area has once again been transformed into one of Northern Indiana’s prime recreation and shopping destinations. The Village at Winona is now an integral part of the community, serving locals, Grace College students and faculty as well as the many vacationers who make day and weekend trips to the area. The Village contributes to Winona Lake’s unique character by welcoming small businesses seeking to build a sustainable presence in this welcoming and historic community."
...and our town of Winona Lake, IN - now The Village at Winona. From the website:
"During the late 19th century, the Winona Lake area became home to the Beyer brothers, a family of enterprising dairy farmers who first saw the area’s artesian springs as a source of natural refrigeration for their company. Over time they saw the potential for much more. In 1887, the brothers built Spring Fountain Park, a resort complete with a hotel, a racetrack and a roller coaster.
The resort was sold in 1894 to Presbyterian church leader Dr. Solomon Dickey, who dreamed of turning the area into a religious retreat. Thanks to his substantial improvements—including the building of homes, cottages and the canal—the succeeding years brought significant growth to the area. Conferences, church retreats and summer vacations swelled the Park’s seasonal tourism.
By 1905, the resort and surrounding area had been renamed Winona Lake. The following ten years are now known as the ‘Golden Age’ of Winona Lake, with summer tourism reaching 250,000. It was during these years that evangelist Billy Sunday built a home in the nearby village. Thanks to Sunday’s presence, Winona Lake became a haven for religious community, its summer days filled with church conferences, conventions and training schools. The area became oasis for Midwesterners looking for rest and relaxation as well as strong spiritual community.
In 1994, a restoration project began to transform the Winona Lake community to its former glory. With the creation of new commercial and residential areas, as well as the restoration of nearly 30 properties, new life began to reappear. Over the last 20 years the area has once again been transformed into one of Northern Indiana’s prime recreation and shopping destinations. The Village at Winona is now an integral part of the community, serving locals, Grace College students and faculty as well as the many vacationers who make day and weekend trips to the area. The Village contributes to Winona Lake’s unique character by welcoming small businesses seeking to build a sustainable presence in this welcoming and historic community."
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Chugiak AK: A small bedroom community about 30 miles from the Metropolis of Anchorage--population 250,000 or so--the largest city in the State of 700,000.
Chugiak, has a population of a couple thousand. Located 5 miles from Eagle River, (pop. about 30,000). That's where we shop and buy most of the necessities of life. I rarely head to Anchorage these days.
Surrounded by beautiful, snow capped mountains, I have at least five 100 mile plus scenery trips within 15 miles of my back door. My daily mail box run (2 blocks) usually turns into a 100 mile or more ride. Even though its the same routes, the scenery changes from day to day. That is beautiful Alaska for you. If we want to travel--a bounty of scenery awaits in any direction.
My signature pictures below. Left is 15 miles from home, Right is 50 miles from home.
The riders from NtA who visited in 2015 will attest to the beauty of the State, I am sure.
Everyone should have Alaska as a bucket list trip. :yes::yes:
Chugiak, has a population of a couple thousand. Located 5 miles from Eagle River, (pop. about 30,000). That's where we shop and buy most of the necessities of life. I rarely head to Anchorage these days.
Surrounded by beautiful, snow capped mountains, I have at least five 100 mile plus scenery trips within 15 miles of my back door. My daily mail box run (2 blocks) usually turns into a 100 mile or more ride. Even though its the same routes, the scenery changes from day to day. That is beautiful Alaska for you. If we want to travel--a bounty of scenery awaits in any direction.
My signature pictures below. Left is 15 miles from home, Right is 50 miles from home.
The riders from NtA who visited in 2015 will attest to the beauty of the State, I am sure.
Everyone should have Alaska as a bucket list trip. :yes::yes:
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RapidSpyder
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I don’t know if there’s anything special about Rapid City except for it’s location. It takes me 25 minutes to get to Mt. Rushmore or Sturgis from my house. I feel blessed to live in a place where my wife and I jump on the Spyder for an hour after work and feel like we went on vacation. We put 4800 miles on just riding around the Hills last year.
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rustynail51
Member
Dilworth ,MN.
Dilworth was and still is a railroad town it started out as a station for the Northern Pacific Railroad it now has a a large switch yard for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe. A large part of the american economy runs right through our town we know how well the countries economy is by how busy the rail yard is. A big plus is when there is a living history run with any number of historical steam engines many come right through Dilworth. Our town is located just east of the cities Fargo,Nd and Moorhead,Mn.
Dilworth was and still is a railroad town it started out as a station for the Northern Pacific Railroad it now has a a large switch yard for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe. A large part of the american economy runs right through our town we know how well the countries economy is by how busy the rail yard is. A big plus is when there is a living history run with any number of historical steam engines many come right through Dilworth. Our town is located just east of the cities Fargo,Nd and Moorhead,Mn.
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
You live in one of my favorite destinations. From a base at Custer State Park or Rapid City--beautiful stuff any direction. :yes::yes:
PrairieSpyder
New member
I was in the NtA group and :agree: completely about the beauty of Alaska. It is a must-see destination and I'm happy I could make that trip.
Mazo EMS2
Active member
Spring Green, WI. Well, originally anyway. Now my wife and I live in the armpit of Iowa cty...a little town called Arena. Arena has nothing, and by nothing, I MEAN nothing....LOL. Spring Green is sort of famous for American Players Theater, Frank Lloyd Wright, and the Taliesin of course. Just down the road is The House On The Rock too, and The Springs Golf Course. It's a quiet little town of about 2500. Well kept and clean. We were in Green bay last year and we took the Lambeau tour last year and liked it too:clap:
Have you checked out The Rendezvous at Robs Performance yet? It's a fun summer wknd gathering of Spyder Ryders
Have you checked out The Rendezvous at Robs Performance yet? It's a fun summer wknd gathering of Spyder Ryders
Mazo EMS2
Active member
We stayed in Custer last year too and loved the area. That's a good way to put it "go for a ride and feel like you're on vacation". Awesome area. Southwest WI is very pretty too, we just don't have mountains, but the ridge tops and winding county roads make up for it
stevencovert
Member
Hampton Roads, Virginia
Jamestown up North and Virginia Beach South!
Jamestown up North and Virginia Beach South!
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Been to American Players Theater and the House on the Rock. Just a short jaunt South from Madison where I lived for awhile. Good stuff.
Buckeye Chuck 54
New member
I agree
I haven't read a better thread on SL! Lots of fun. I didn't know there was a "Y" bridge in
Kamloops B.C.! Or a Chillicothe in Missouri!
Some have heard of State Route 555, AKA 'Triple Nickle" that runs south from Zanesville
to Hockingsport Ohio on the Ohio river.
Keep the comments coming! This is one thread that may be several pages long!
Buckeye Chuck
You'll see me at the Spyder gathering in Zanesville in June.
I haven't read a better thread on SL! Lots of fun. I didn't know there was a "Y" bridge in
Kamloops B.C.! Or a Chillicothe in Missouri!
Some have heard of State Route 555, AKA 'Triple Nickle" that runs south from Zanesville
to Hockingsport Ohio on the Ohio river.
Keep the comments coming! This is one thread that may be several pages long!
Buckeye Chuck
You'll see me at the Spyder gathering in Zanesville in June.
Salem Oregon here, in the middle of Oregon wine country. What makes the area surrounding this place possibly the best place in the country for road cycling also makes it good for cruising on motorcycles.
Strangely the person I think is the most famous person from Salem never showed up in a search for famous people born in Salem, which is Alfred Carlton Gilbert, of AC Gilbert fame. As far as I can tell either me or my brother had all of his toys as kids except for the atomic energy lab (maybe a good thing). I am guessing his most famous invention is the erector set. Though he didn't design it, both my brother and I had an American Flyer train made by the company.
Maybe the most famous person alive is Kate Nauta. She is not that famous but I recognized her picture.
Strangely the person I think is the most famous person from Salem never showed up in a search for famous people born in Salem, which is Alfred Carlton Gilbert, of AC Gilbert fame. As far as I can tell either me or my brother had all of his toys as kids except for the atomic energy lab (maybe a good thing). I am guessing his most famous invention is the erector set. Though he didn't design it, both my brother and I had an American Flyer train made by the company.
Maybe the most famous person alive is Kate Nauta. She is not that famous but I recognized her picture.
Finger Lakes region in West Central NY
Many miles of great riding in this area. Also not far from apple country and riding along Lake Ontario. If you want to venture a little farther there is the Adirondack mountain region.
"The Finger Lakes region is located in west-central New York state, spanning roughly 80 miles East to West and 50 miles North to South. There are 11 Finger Lakes in all, ranging from very small (Canadice at about 4 miles long) to very large (Cayuga at 38 miles long). From West to East, the lakes are: Conesus, Hemlock, Canadice, Honeoye, Canandaigua, Keuka, Seneca, Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles, Otisco . Surrounding the 11 lakes, the region is home to over 100 wineries, dozens of inspiring waterfalls, museums, art galleries, amazing restaurants and countless outdoor recreation activities."
Many miles of great riding in this area. Also not far from apple country and riding along Lake Ontario. If you want to venture a little farther there is the Adirondack mountain region.
"The Finger Lakes region is located in west-central New York state, spanning roughly 80 miles East to West and 50 miles North to South. There are 11 Finger Lakes in all, ranging from very small (Canadice at about 4 miles long) to very large (Cayuga at 38 miles long). From West to East, the lakes are: Conesus, Hemlock, Canadice, Honeoye, Canandaigua, Keuka, Seneca, Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles, Otisco . Surrounding the 11 lakes, the region is home to over 100 wineries, dozens of inspiring waterfalls, museums, art galleries, amazing restaurants and countless outdoor recreation activities."