A Smörgåsbord of Stories
Last week, I showcased Ralph Rector (1898-1985), the World Championship Cow Chip Throw promoter, affectionately called Mr. Cow Chip. My Great Aunt Virginia told me about Ralph’s national television experiences. How do I find more? Southern Illinoisian, December 24, 1978 The Daily Oklahoman, … read more
In 1996, I traveled to Oakland, California to visit my Great Aunt M. Virginia Rector Cunningham (1919-2004). During that visit she told lots of stories. Many of her tales centered around her uncle (my 2x great uncle) Ralph Rector (1898-1985), son of Charlottie Senate and … read more
In 2016, I begged my son to take me on his road trip to Oklahoma where he was to enter the FAA Academy. After we arrived in Oklahoma City, I rented a car and drove west to see where my Grandma Gert was born. All … read more