The Wyoming Blizzard of 1949


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A Wyoming historian shares an in-depth look at the historic storm and its devastating aftermath through the stories of those who survived. The Blizzard of 1949 took Wyoming and neighboring states by surprise. In January of that year, snow, wind and frigid temperatures devastated the northern plains. The storm stranded hundreds of motorists on the highways and stalled nearly two dozen trains at depots throughout the state. For nearly two months, towns and ranches were marooned by enormous drifts, some reportedly eighty feet tall. Communities pulled together to assist not only their neighbors but also anyone unable to escape the snowstorm. Drawing on meticulous research and numerous in-person interviews, author and historian James Fuller recounts these harrowing stories of tenacity and fortitude.




The Blizzard in the West


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In 'The Blizzard in the West' by the enigmatic author Anonymous, the reader is transported to a harsh and unforgiving winter landscape where a small town grapples with the aftermath of a catastrophic blizzard. The narrative unfolds in a hauntingly beautiful prose that captures the despair and resilience of the townspeople as they struggle to survive. The literary style of the book is reminiscent of classic gothic literature, as the blizzard serves as a metaphor for the inner turmoil and darkness that lurks within the human soul. Through vivid descriptions and poignant character development, Anonymous creates a gripping tale that explores themes of survival, community, and the fragility of human existence. The author's ability to evoke a sense of foreboding and suspense makes 'The Blizzard in the West' a compelling read for fans of atmospheric and thought-provoking fiction. Anonymous, through this work, challenges readers to contemplate the complexities of human nature and the mysteries of the natural world, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page is turned.




World Railways of the Nineteenth Century


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With its gallery of over 360 striking and unfamiliar images and extensive historical text World Railways of the Nineteenth Century invites readers to experience an unparalleled glimpse into the world of nineteenth-century railroading.Peter Skinner, Foreword







THE BLIZZARD'S SECRET


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THE BLIZZARD'S SECRET, by Allan Young Albia is a typical mid-western county seat town of four thousand people -- minus one. It is located near Iowa's biggest lake, and surrounded by other beautiful lakes and rivers, including the three small fish-filled ponds called Cottonwood Pits. When an early blizzard finally relinquishes what the ponds are hiding, the area will never be the same again. The snow-covered secret not only rewrites the community's history, but determines its future as well -- and all the residents are affected. Zacharias Popek drives in to visit his favorite clergyman, only to find him in the hospital, and stumbles into a series of events which takes all of his deduction capabilities, plus his physical abilities, to solve the mysteries-while staying alive.




The Stone of Help


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The Railway Conductor


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St. Nicholas


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Into the Blizzard


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A Ukrainian boy in Canada works at spreading the Seventh-day Adventist faith.




The Blizzard


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The alumni of a senior high school class are invited to their first reunion-the 25th. Each is asked to write a biography of their life along with memories, good and bad. The 12 students attended all 12 grades together in the small rural town of Mozart, North Dakota, with 6 of the students from in town and 6 from a nearby Hutterite colony. The difference in traditions and culture posed some problems for both students and teachers. The class reunion is to be held in the converted Mozart Grade School Bed and Breakfast, is scheduled for the middle of December, and with bad weather always a risk. An unexpected 2-day blizzard snow bounds almost everyone. In the process everyone and everything comes out safe with many unresolved situations from the past being dealt with, as are unresolved romances and broken marriages. The reunion ends with several surprises. Roger Quam lives in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He enjoys gardening, writing, classical music, and church work. In 1963 he met Martha on a Greyhound bus and they have been happily married for forty-seven years. They have four children, two grandchildren and attend Prairie Hills Covenant Church in Sioux Falls. He attended the U of Minn. and has had four careers: managing in various industries, owning a business, and working at a Christian rescue mission. He retired in 2006 from Citibank. In 2003 he was one of twenty navy dads invited to spend four days with their sons on the USS Michigan Trident Submarine on a Tiger Cruise. Roger has authored three novels The Road To Gambela, and The Tiger Cruise, all published by Xulon Press.