Ellen Baumler's Blog, page 2

The Red Light Saloon

Territorial legislation banned hurdy-gurdy houses and dancing saloons, unless you had a dictionary.


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Superstitions for the New Year

Some of the more welcome advice: don't do laundry on New Year's Day! 


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A Night to Remember

A survivor ot the Titanic disaster eventually makes her way to Montana.


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Butte's First Christmas

The first community Christmas celebration featured a Western-style Santa.


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Christmas at the Movies, 1935

After suffering devastating earthquakes and the Great Depression, a Helena theater throws a Christmas party for children.


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Copper King Mansion

This opulent mansion reflects the wealth and status of its original owner, William Clark.


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Home of Peace

Helena is home to Montana's oldest active Jewish cemetery.


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Robber's Roost

Mystery, legend, and mistaken identity have long been associated with this Montana landmark.


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Nevada City

How Nevada City became a haven for endangered structures.


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Sky King

Kirby Grant—television star, aviation enthusiast, and philanthropist—was born and raised in Montana.


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