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.
A Brave Hike to the Top of Mt. Shasta
As they ride through Northern California, the Felters listen to a fellow traveler talk about hiking to the top of nearby Mt. Shasta.
“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.
History of a Wandering Yankee: Cliff House and Sutro Baths
Two wet and wondrous landmarks of San Francisco.
History of a Wandering Yankee: Arrival in San Francisco
Take off those high collars and put on your slippers, its vacation time!
History of a Wandering Yankee
New blog series explores turn of the century Alaska through the eyes of two adventurous tourists.