Many of Tucson’s first streets were named for early pioneers, folks who came to the Old Pueblo in the 1860’s or early ’70’s. I was struck by how many of our street names honor pioneers who were killed by Apaches. Then I got to wondering, how many Tucson street names … Continue reading
Editor’s Note: This is a Three part series. You can reach the other Parts by clicking the link at the bottom of the article. Dedicated Tucsonans interested in preserving our city’s history have, over the past 7 or 8 years, saved quite a few of the old neon signs that … Continue reading
As a “city”, Tucson really came into its own in the first decade of the 20th century, even though the city was legally incorporated in 1877. It never amounted to anything of importance until the Southern Pacific Railroad arrived in 1880. The railroad connected Tucson to the outside world. It brought hardware, lumber, and fresh produce at affordable prices. Even today, you can see how the architecture of the city changed after the arrival of the railroad.
Continue readingSaturday, May 13, 2017 Ms. Rosemary & I went to Mission Garden for the 4th Annual celebration of San Ysidro Day. In the 12th century, he was Isidore, a pious farm worker in Spain. Now he is the patron saint of farmers and farm hands. Blessings were offered by the … Continue reading
Our new, very special Tucson History & Libation Walking Tour last month was a real hit, so we will be offering it again. Get the full schedule of tour dates here. This is your opportunity to see 1870’s Tucson through the eyes of saloon keeper, George Hand who left us a … Continue reading
On one of my recent monthly Tucson History & Libation Walking Tours, I had the distinct pleasure to meet a fellow author, although at the time I did not know it. You see, to sign up for our Southern Arizona Guide tours, folks usually go to Brown Paper Tickets and … Continue reading
Our new, very special Tucson History & Libation Walking Tour last month was a hit, so we are offering it again on Sunday, January 15, 2017 starting at 10 AM in the Courtyard of the Mercado on West Congress. This is your opportunity to see 1870’s Tucson through the eyes … Continue reading
We have a special treat for our tour guests, for our next Tucson History & Libation Walking Tour on Saturday November 19, 2016. If you have not been on this tour, now is the time. Our participant list is limited to 20. Read on. Sign up now! Southern Arizona Guide … Continue reading
Part III – This the third in a series about the great Chiricahua chief, Cochise, and his role in the fascinating history of Southern Arizona. The thrust of this feature is about how Tucson became a Confederate town with the Stars & Bars flying proudly over our Presidio. While the title … Continue reading
In 1775, along the East Coast of North America between what would become the states of New Hampshire and Georgia, America’s founding fathers were busy fomenting rebellion against the King of England, ruler of the 18th century’s global superpower. In the Western region of the North American continent, what is … Continue reading
