James F. Jensen Wines and Liquors

Yet Another Hunt

Our Friend L.R. (Buddy) Christensen Introduces Himself

(taken from a letter written to Dorothy Jacobs Buchanan and published in his book, "You Knew Me As Buddy")

Female Relief Society - - - April 6, 1874

Meeting held in Social Hall, April 6th, 1874. Opened by singing and prayer by Sister Simpson. Minutes of a former meeting were read and approved of.

Sister Morrison expressed her gratitude to all present for assembling together with such a good influence. Then she called for the Visiting Teachers to give in their reports and let us hear how the people feels (sp)

The Teachers accordingly gave favorable reports; few wants among the poor. Sister Tregore is in need of assistance. Brother C. Anderson wished to pay the Dr. 3-50, but not able to do so. The Society agreed to pay it in flower (sp).

Several of the Sisters made a few remarks and expresssd themselves freely. Sister Morrison spoke to the Mothers to teach their little ones to pray, let them grow up in the fear of the Lord - pure and holy before Him. For God will in a measure hold us responsible for them. And in regard to the "U.O." (United Order) let us be faithful and true to our calling, for God requireth nothing more than we can perform. Also spoke about our meeting house being in such a dirty and filthy condition and grieved to think that a place of worship should be kept in such a way. A vote was called for; that we should clean it. It was responded to.

Closed by singing. Prayer by Sister Peterson.

M.F. Morrison, Presidentess
E. Wallis, Secretary

Ours To Fight For

MT. PLEASANT'S FIRST STREET LAMPS

The picture above is of a street lantern that stands in the Relic Home Front Hall.  It was one of the five original lanterns  that lit Mt. Pleasant Main Street between 1889 and 1893. 

Mount Pleasant’s First Street Lights

The December 4, 1889 city record shows that Councilman Syndergaard moved that coal oil street lamps be placed as follows: “One at Hans Nielsen’s corner, one at N.S. Nielsen’s corner, one at Peel’s corner, one at the Co-op corner, and one at Church Square”.
Five coal oil lamps, which were said to add “a dignified appearance to the city. It was then very common for the people to carry lanterns.”

July 9, 1893, the city granted to Wm. Zabriskie, the first Electric Light franchise. Associated with him were August Lundberg, Jonas H. Ericksen, Rasmus Anderson, Leonard Jordan and J.H. Seeley. This venture led to electric poles being placed down the center of Main Street. (Mt. Pleasant Book, Hilda Madsen Longsdorf ; pgs. 167 - 171)

Bert Hafen and Carrol Staker

Bert and possiibly Carrol Staker

5000 VISITS !

We started our blog in July of 2008 - posting just once a week.  Our posts consisted of local events in the community, our thoughts  and a few pictures.  Overtime, we added more and more pictures, a few "smilebox" video pieces, and a "Pioneer of the Month". We monitored what people were looking for through various site monitors. Overtime, we  have increased our posting to an average of two per day. Visitors from around the world visit these pages for family history and genealogy.  Thanks to you all, we are growing in popularity. Many have helped by  supplying us with their personal photos and histories.  Our purpose is to preserve the history of Mt. Pleasant, Utah for many generations to come.  We  are still lacking important events and rare photos.  Please help us out if you can.  We love your comments and suggestions as well as your contributions.  Thank You !!

Alice Hafen's Own Grandson - Tabernacle Choir

Those of you who know Grandma Alice Hafen can only imagine the joy she felt when her grandson, Mark Hafen joined the Mormon Tabernacle Choir a few years ago.  Actually it wasn't a matter of "joining" it was a matter of being chosen from hundreds if not thousands who try out every year.  But what a rigorous schedule each member has to commit themselves to.  Practices at the tabernacle or convention center every Thursday night as well as the Sunday morning broadcast.  Then there is the travel, which is not always convenient to the choir members or their employers.

"Choir members sing because they love to share truth and the beauty of music with people everywhere. Some of them commute as far as 164 miles round-trip two or more times weekly, not only for the regular network broadcasts, but for rehearsals, conferences, and other events. All contribute their talents and time without compensation, except for the joy they receive in service."
See http://www.utah.com/mormon/tabernacle_choir.htm for more information.
Mark is the son of Donald and the late Lela Allred Hafen.  He grew up in Provo and now works as a lab technician for LDS hospital in Salt Lake City. He has a beautiful tenor voice and also plays and teaches piano.

Calendar 1896

I love the beautiful Victorian Artwork that was used to embellish their cards, calendars, candy boxes, cigar boxes, etc. The above calendar is embossed and done on shiny cardstock with gilt edges. The photo does not do it justice.

Unknown Group - Unknown Location

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