We thank Tudy Barentsen Standlee for this addition.
Marie Syndergaard in the white dress with friends and family.
Obed Nelson home in the background.
Friday, January 14, 2022
Thursday, January 13, 2022
BOBBIN LACE
The Fairview museum offers classes on Bobbin Lace.
"Bobbin Lace Days" are held in July.
There are people from all over the world who
come to participate in these classes.
There are also venders there to sell Bobbin Lace
materials and bobbin lace making equipment.
Nancy McKay started this popular program in Fairview.
We also have clothing from the "Roaring 20s" era. A World War I uniform represent's the men's clothing as well as two tuxedoes from the Seymour Jensen era (1920 to 1950).
Also, the curtains that hang in the windows are original both to the Relic Home itself, but also from older homes around town. Many were donated by Lois Tucker from her home.
We have put UV protection film on all the windows to cut out the harmful rays from the sun to protect our collection. In the east and south windows we have muslin curtains in addition to the film. We have been trained every step of the way by good conservators such as Brook Bowman, now retired from Utah Museum Services. For this guidance we are truly grateful as should those in generations to come.
Bobbin lace evolved from passementerie or braid-making in 16th-century Italy. Genoa was famous for its braids, hence it is not surprising to find bobbin lace developed in the city.
The making of bobbin lace was easier to learn than the elaborate cutwork of the 16th century, and the tools and materials for making linen bobbin lace were inexpensive. There was a ready market for bobbin lace of all qualities, and women throughout Europe soon took up the craft which earned a better income than spinning, sewing, weaving or other home-based textile arts. Bobbin lace-making was established in charity schools, almshouses, and convents.
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Monday, January 10, 2022
Sunday, January 9, 2022
Blacksmith Class From Snow College Traditional Building Skills Institute ~~~~ Friday, December 5, 2008
Blacksmith Class From Snow College Traditional Building Skills Institute
Gerald Cooper, Instructor wanted the members of the class to see a working pioneer blacksmith shop. He also demonstrated the coking of coal at the shop. See more about coking coal here: http://www.beautifuliron.com/thefire.htm
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Friday, January 7, 2022
Diary of Christian Henrik Halvorsen
Even though Christian Henrik Halvorsen never lived here in
Mt. Pleasant, his first wife and their children Mary, Caroline, and
Henry did.
Mt. Pleasant, his first wife and their children Mary, Caroline, and
Henry did.
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Peterson- Rosenberg
George and Hannah Rosenberg Peterson
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Birdella Peterson Burnside
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Edna Peterson Daily Herald (Provo, UT) | 28 April 2011 "They'll shoot horses but they won't shoot me."
Edna Peterson Daily Herald (Provo, UT) | 28 April 2011 "They'll shoot horses but they won't shoot me."
- Edna L. Peterson
Mt. Pleasant-- Our beautiful mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, Edna Louise Peterson finally found peace, April 13, 2011.
Edna was born Leap Year Day, February 29, 1924, to George R. and Hannah A. Peterson, Mt. Pleasant.
The last of eight children, she reveled in the fact that she was the youngest child. Because she was born during leap year, she turned 13 the same year as her daughter and 20 the same year as her grandson.
Her spirit was strong and her conviction to live the way she wanted, invincible. Practical and full of common sense, Edna taught, you can do whatever you put your mind to and never underestimate your own power.
Edna Louise Peterson
Edna graduated high school in Mt. Pleasant, earning a scholarship to BYU Business School, Salt Lake City. She was called home early to care for her sick parents and wasn't able to complete her college experience.
She worked while caring for her parents and after their deaths, she returned to Salt Lake City.
Edna worked at the U.S. Post Office and Veteran's Hospital.
She made many friends, but none as precious as Theodore Ted Davilla, with whom she had their daughter. Dad preceded her in death in 1993.
"Country" never left her blood; she retained the home she was born in, returning every vacation day. After retiring, she moved back to Mt Pleasant. Edna loved the mountains, horse, sheep and chickens. She said there was nothing like country air.
When Edna's health failed, she moved to West Jordan until her death.
Our hearts are aching for our loss but reveling at the celebration in heaven, they must be having for her return. Blessed be dear Mama, we'll miss you more than words can say.
Wednesday, January 5, 2022
Class of 1959
This is a picture of last times reunion not this one...
Ok I will name the ones I can
Front left to right...Jack Bowers,DeAnna Brotherson,Carolyn Allred,Joan Draper,Therald Bushman
Middle...Susan Madden,Roberta Nielsen,Paula Carlston,DeAnn Christensen,Millie Lassen,Sharlene Hughes,Jerry Asgard,Bart Nelson
Back...Richard Spencer,Marlene Porter,Lee Carleton,Karen Winterbottom,Ron Christensen,Kerry Allred,Peggy Peterson,don’t know Reed Thomas,don’t know
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Carol Aleen Ney Beesley
Carol Aleen Ney Beesley
7/14/1924 ~ 12/31/2021
Carol Aleen Ney Beesley, 97 of Mt. Pleasant, UT, passed away peacefully the morning of December 31, 2021. She was welcomed home to the arms of her Savior. She was born July 14, 1924 to August Angus & Victoria Johana Sorensen Ney in Mt. Pleasant, UT.
She graduated from Wasatch Academy, in Mt. Pleasant. After graduation she worked at the parachute plant in Manti, and later moved to Clearfield. She then began working at the Navy Base, at that time she met her eternal companion Donald C. Beesley. They were married on February 28, 1947 in Sunset. Their marriage was solemnized July 23, 1983 in the Provo Temple. They made their first home in Roy, where they welcomed their two children Lynn and Janet. In 1970 they moved their small family to Mt. Pleasant, she began working at the sewing plant, where she later retired.
Carol and Don served on the Senior Board for many years, and helped raise the funds to build the Senior Citizen Building in Mt. Pleasant. They worked to provide meals for local monthly senior socials. She was always cooking for them, and enjoyed doing so.
She was also very active in the local Daughters of the Utah Pioneers. In 2018 she was recognized as the eldest woman for Pioneer Day at the age of 94, which brought her great satisfaction to surpass her goal of 93!
Her favorite things were gardening, cooking, reading, serving others, and visits from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was known for sharing her home grown vegetables, breads (zucchini and banana were her favorite), angel food cake, and ice cream! She had a tender love for animals, especially hummingbirds, cats, chickens, sheep, and her little dog named Sue. In her later years her sense of humor was enjoyed by her family. The laughter she brought was contagious to everyone in the room.
As a righteous member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints she served in the primary and was a devoted visiting teacher. She always had her scriptures nearby and loved attending family home evening study group. Her and Don enjoyed attending the temple often to do initiatory work.
Carol lived a full life in her 97 years and endured to the very end with her spunky personality. She beat breast cancer at 86. She loved spending time with her family, and had a very special love for each one of them.
Survived by her son Lynn (Evva) Beesley and daughter Janet (James) Reese, both of Mt. Pleasant, UT. Sister Shirley Millar; Grandchildren Troy (Melissa) Reese, Cory (Julie) Reese, Tod (Cathie) Beesley, Mindy (Brandon) Brothersen, Timothy (Lindsay) Beesley, and Tyler (Jorie) Beesley; 19 great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald, grandson Barry James Reese, great-grandson Brennon Reese, and great-granddaughter Harlow Jane Beelsley; Sisters Cleo Ney, Victoria Seeman; Brother Merril A. Ney.
Funeral services will be held Friday, January 7, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. in the Mt. Pleasant 5th Ward Chapel (49 S State) with a viewing from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment in the Mt. Pleasant City Cemetery. Online condolences and Live Zoom link at rasmussenmortuary.com in her obituary.
A very sincere and grateful thanks to the Good Life Senior Living, and Gunnison Hospice Care for the care and compassion that was given.
Click Here to Watch Live. The Live Zoom Link will activate at 10:45 a.m. MST prior to services.
Monday, January 3, 2022
Sunday, January 2, 2022
Saturday, January 1, 2022
Charles Washington Averett Sr., and his wife Elizabeth Coates ~~~ Pioneers of the Month January 2022
Charles Washington Averett and Elizabeth Coates Averett
The above photo and history is the Averett Home in Mt. Pleasant.
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The information below is taken from Family Search:
Charles Washington Averett was born 13 July 1836 in Marion, Perry, Alabama to Jeduthun Hardy and Holly Jane tingle Averett. His parents were married in Marion County, Alabama in 1836. They had five children, but the two girls died. His father was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1833. They family left Alabama and arrived in Nauvoo, Hancock, Illinois in 1845 just shortly after the Prophet and his brother were martyred in Carthage,Illinois. They bought property but were never able to build one it. They received their endowments in the Nauvoo Temple in January 1846 just days before the main body of Saints were expelled from Nauvoo. While they were camped on the banks of the Missouri River, the government approached Brigham Young to provide some 500 soldiers to help in the war with Mexico. Brigham felt that the money they would receive would help the Saints get to where they wanted to go. Jeduthun was 28 years old and an experienced traveler and frontiersman. He joined the Mormon Battalion assigned to Company D under the command of Captain Nelson Higgens. He left his family there with the promise that the Church would take care of them.
He went with the company as far as Santa Fe, New Mexico, enduring many hardships as they were all marching on foot. He became very sick and had to sent with others to Pueblo, Colorado, where he spent the winter. He heard that his wife and family by now were in Salt Lake,so he traveled there and found that they were still back in Iowa. He went back there and found them. They stayed in Kanesville, Iowa for five years. They left with an Unknown Company in 1852.
Charles was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 1 July 1846 at the age of nine, after they had been driven from Nauvoo. He was 16 years old when they came to the Utah Territory. He received his endowments in the Endowment House in Salt Lake City,Salt Lake, Utah Territory at the age of 21 on 9 February 1858. He married Elizabeth Coates on 28 February 1860 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah Territory at the age of 23. Elizabeth was 17 years old when they married.
Elizabeth was born 10 December 1842 in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England to Joseph and Ann Dutton Coates Jr. She was seven years old when they emigrated to America coming through New Orleans, Louisiana. They traveled to the Utah Territory with the James Jeppson Company in 1852. Her father Joseph was 38; her mother Ann was 35; Susannah was 15; George was 12;Elizabeth was 9; and twins Thomas and William were 2.
They departed on 29 May 1852 with 173 individuals and 32 wagons in the company which began its journey from the outfitting post at Kanesville, Iowa (present day Council Bluffs). Buffalo were plentiful on the plains, however they only killed two for meat. Buffalo chips (dung) made great fuel to cook with. They often would encounter people going east of business or missionaries going out. They had no deaths from Cholera, although it was prevalent on the trail. It took them three months to cross the plains, they lost only three people to death. As they arrived in Salt Lake City. Citizens would pass out musk mellon for them to eat. They arrived in the Salt Lake valley on 10 September 1852. Elizabeth was baptized on 18 December 1853 into the Church at the age of eleven. After they got to the Salt Lake valley they had two more children born there. By 1857 they had moved to Mount Pleasant, Sanpete, Utah Territory where theirlast child was born. Elizabeth was the second of 15 children born to them. Her father died in 1865 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete, Utah Territory.
They were the first to homestead in the Mount Pleasant area. They built home shortly after they got there. He help to construct a threshing machine in 1861 and brought it to Mt. Pleasant. He served in the Black Hawk War. Charles and Elizabeth had 14 children born to them, eight of them living to adulthood. Charles Washington Jr. was born 26 February 1862;William Alma was born 2 June 1863; Thomas J. was born 20 September 1864 and died 17 September 1865; and Ann Elizabeth was born 13 April 1865. They moved to Santaquin, Utah, Utah Territory for a short time where the next two children were born. Twins Joseph and Hyrum were born on 26 December 1867. Joseph died on 17 February 1868 and Hyrum died 27 August 1869.
They moved back to Mount Pleasant where the rest of the children were born. Mary Ellen was born 14 January 1871; John Albert was born 26 June 1871 and died the same day. Caroline Adelia was born 16 January 1877; Clarence Franklin was born 7 January 1879; Alice Adlate was born 29 July 1882 and died 16 September 1882; and James was born 6 February 1884. Elizabeth died on 25 April 1891 in Mount Pleasant at the age of 48. Her youngest child was seven. She was buried in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete,Utah Territory. Charles married Emily Seely on 1 October 1891 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete,Utah Territory. They did not have any children. He was 55 and she was 45. She died on 30 November 1924 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete,Utah. Charles died on 12 February 1926 in Emmett, Gem, Idaho at the age of 89. He was buried on 17 February 1926 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete, Utah. His son John Albert was living in Emmett so he was probably living with him at the time of his death.
Elizabeth Coates Averett
Elizabeth Coates was born on 10 December 1842 in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England to Joseph and Ann Dutton Coates Jr. She was six years old when they emigrated to America coming through New Orleans, Louisiana.
Her family traveled to the Utah Territory with the James Jeppson Company in 1852. Her father Joseph was 38; her mother Ann was 35; Susannah was 15; George was 12; Elizabeth was 9; and twins Thomas and William were 2.
They departed on 29 May 1852 with 173 individuals and 32 wagons in the company which began its journey from the outfitting post at Kanesville, Iowa (present day Council Bluffs). Buffalo were plentiful on the plains, however they only killed two for meat. Buffalo chips(dung) made great fuel to cook with. They often would encounter people going east on business or missionaries going out. They had no deaths from Cholera, although it was prevalent on the trail.
It took them three months to cross the plains, they lost only three people to death. As they arrived in Salt Lake City citizens would pass out musk melon for them to eat. They arrived in the Salt Lake valley on 10 September 1852. Elizabeth was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 18 December 1853 at the age of eleven. By 1857 her family had moved to Mount Pleasant, Sanpete, Utah Territory where their last child was born. Elizabeth was the second of 15 children born to them.Her father died in 1865 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete, Utah Territory.
She married Charles Washington Averett on 28 February 1860 in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah Territory at the age of 17. He was 23 years old when they married. Charles Washington Averett was born 13 July 1836 in Marion, Perry,Alabama to Jeduthun Hardy and Holly Jane tingle Averett.
His parents were married in Marion County, Alabama in 1836. They had five children, but the two girls died. His father was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1833. They family left Alabama and arrived in Nauvoo, Hancock, Illinois in 1845 just shortly after the Prophet and his brother were martyred in Carthage,Illinois. They bought property but were never able to build on it.They received their endowments in the Nauvoo Temple in January 1846 just days before the main body of Saints were expelled from Nauvoo. While they were camped on the banks of the Missouri River, the government approached Brigham Young to provide some 500 soldiers to help in the war with Mexico. Brigham felt that the money they would receive would help the Saints get to where they wanted to go. Jeduthun was 28 years old and an experienced traveler and frontiersman. He joined the Mormon Battalion assigned to Company D under the command of Captain Nelson Higgens. He left his family there with the promise that the Church would take care of them. He went with the company as far as Santa Fe, New Mexico, enduring many hardships as they were all marching on foot. He became very sick and had to sent with others to Pueblo, Colorado, where he spent the winter. He heard that his wife and family by now were in Salt Lake,so he traveled there and found that they were still back in Iowa. He went back there and found them. They stayed in Kanesville, Iowa for five years. They left with an Unknown Company in 1852. Charles was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 1 July 1846 at the age of nine, after they had been driven from Nauvoo. He was 16 years old when they came to the Utah Territory. He received his endowments in the Endowment House in Salt Lake City,Salt Lake, Utah Territory at the age of 21 on 9 February 1858.
Charles and Elizabeth were the first to homestead in the Mount Pleasant area. They built home shortly after they got there. He help to construct a threshing machine in 1861 and brought it to Mt. Pleasant, Sanpete,Utah Territory. He served in the Black Hawk War. Charles and Elizabeth had 14 children born to them, eight of them living to adulthood. Charles Washington Jr. was born 26 February 1862;William Alma was born 2 June 1863; Thomas J. was born 20 September 1864 and died 17 September 1865; and Ann Elizabeth was born 13 April 1865.They moved to Santaquin, Utah, Utah Territory for a short time where the next two children were born. Twins Joseph and Hyrum were born on 26 December 1867. Joseph died on 17 February 1868 and Hyrum died 27 August 1869. They moved back to Mount Pleasant where the rest of the children were born. Mary Ellen was born 14 January 1871; John Albert was born 26 June 1871 and died the same day. Caroline Adelia was born 16 January 1877; Clarence Franklin was born 7 January 1879; Alice Adlate was born 29 July 1882 and died 16 September 1882; and James was born 6 February 1884.
Elizabeth died on 25 April 1891 in Mount Pleasant at the age of 48. Her youngest child was seven. She was buried in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete,Utah Territory. Charles married Emily Seely on 1 October 1891 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete,Utah Territory. They did not have any children. He was 55 and she was 45. She died on 30 November 1924 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete, Utah. Charles died on 12 February 1926 in Emmett, Gem, Idaho at the age of 89. He was buried on 17 February 1926 in Mount Pleasant, Sanpete, Utah. His son John Albert was living in Emmett so he was probably living with him at the time of his death.
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