An article three years in the making, how did Frank Felter's story finally get to print?
History of a Transcribing Yankee
Recapping an ancestor's incredible 1901 Alaska trip.
The Traveling Yankees Return to the “Glorious Climate” of California
The Felters take the final leg of their journey by train back home to Los Angeles.
“Generally Good and Enjoy-All Times” in Alaskan Waters
The Felters luxuriously sail south to Seattle to begin their return home from Alaska.
Trading with the Tlingit in Sitka
The Felters and their fellow travelers spend a great day among the traders, artisans, and other Tlingit residents of Sitka.
Ice is Nice if You’re an Alaskan Tourist
Sailing past an enormous glacier gives the Felters time to think about all that is cold and frozen in Alaska.
How Do You Pronounce Glacier? And Other Alaska Fun Facts
Frank Felter is obsessed with fish and ice.
Tales of Gold and Tlingit Totempoles
The Felters' stay at Ft. Wrangell and learn about mining and the local Tlingit culture.
Alaska Really is a Great Country
A leisurely steamboat journey reveals the natural wonders of Alaska.
“Wild Sublimity and Weird Grandeur:” A Ride Up the Columbia River
Even by 1900, traveling by boat in the Pacific was no joke.
Vacationing Among Oregon’s Salmon Canneries
The Felters are more than impressed with Oregon's massive canning industry.
Roast Horse- It’s What’s for Dinner
Dig in to the horse meat industry.
History of a Wandering Yankee: Train to Portland
A ferry boat that can fit an entire train. 'Nuff said.
History of a Wandering Yankee: Journey to the Santa Cruz Mountains
The Felters aren't the only ones enjoying the trees and mountains of Northern California, Mark Twain does too!
History of a Wandering Yankee: Chinatown
Stepping into Chinatown was like visiting another world.