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Fact of The Matter

The Fact of the Matter is a collection of articles written by Lee & Linda Parker that appears monthly in the Gustavus, Alaska "FairWeather Reporter". All subject matter is based on real Gustavus history and has been researched from multiple archived sources and/or are from personal family accounts.

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61  Rutabagas - Published October 2008
  • Date: 10/01/2008
  • Description: What exactly is a rutabaga?
  • Reference#: 10049
62  Rutabagas - Published October 2008
  • Date: 10/01/2008
  • Description: What exactly is a rutabaga?
  • Reference#: 10049
63  Captain of the 1957 Plane Crash - Published September 2008
  • Date: 09/01/2008
  • Description: What is known about Captain Kafader who died in the 1957 Gustavus plane crash?
  • Reference#: 10048
64  Captain of the 1957 Plane Crash - Published September 2008
  • Date: 09/01/2008
  • Description: What is known about Captain Kafader who died in the 1957 Gustavus plane crash?
  • Reference#: 10048
65  Recycling by the Pioneers - Published August 2008
  • Date: 08/01/2008
  • Description: Did the pioneers of Strawberry Point recycle their products & resources?
  • Reference#: 10047
66  Recycling by the Pioneers - Published August 2008
  • Date: 08/01/2008
  • Description: Did the pioneers of Strawberry Point recycle their products & resources?
  • Reference#: 10047
67  July 4th & Lake Independence - Published July 2008
  • Date: 07/01/2008
  • Description: During the long days of short Alaskan summers it was critical to build, plant, harvest, and prepare for winter. Did the early pioneers of Strawberry Point take time off to celebrate July 4th or to enjoy a sunny day?
  • Reference#: 10046
68  July 4th & Lake Independence - Published July 2008
  • Date: 07/01/2008
  • Description: During the long days of short Alaskan summers it was critical to build, plant, harvest, and prepare for winter. Did the early pioneers of Strawberry Point take time off to celebrate July 4th or to enjoy a sunny day?
  • Reference#: 10046
69  First Wedding - Published June 2008
  • Date: 06/01/2008
  • Description: The first 3 couples to arrive at Strawberry Point in 1914 were called “honeymooners” because of their recent marriages. When were the first wedding vows exchanged on “The Flats” and who were the bride and groom?
  • Reference#: 10045
70  First Wedding - Published June 2008
  • Date: 06/01/2008
  • Description: The first 3 couples to arrive at Strawberry Point in 1914 were called “honeymooners” because of their recent marriages. When were the first wedding vows exchanged on “The Flats” and who were the bride and groom?
  • Reference#: 10045
71  Ruth Matson, Gustavus Rose - Published May 2008
  • Date: 05/01/2008
  • Description: Homesteading in remote areas of Alaska represented years of hard work. Yet Strawberry Point was known for its fun & hospitality. What made “The Flats” so special?
  • Reference#: 10044
72  Ruth Matson, Gustavus Rose - Published May 2008
  • Date: 05/01/2008
  • Description: Homesteading in remote areas of Alaska represented years of hard work. Yet Strawberry Point was known for its fun & hospitality. What made “The Flats” so special?
  • Reference#: 10044
73  Early Chamber of Commerce - Published April 2008
  • Date: 04/01/2008
  • Description: For its size & population, early Gustavus had one of the largest and best equipped airfields in the region. Did the homesteaders realize what a great prize that was handed to them during WWII?
  • Reference#: 10043
74  Early Chamber of Commerce - Published April 2008
  • Date: 04/01/2008
  • Description: For its size & population, early Gustavus had one of the largest and best equipped airfields in the region. Did the homesteaders realize what a great prize that was handed to them during WWII?
  • Reference#: 10043
75  Rugged Individualism - Published March 2008
  • Date: 03/01/2008
  • Description: Life at Strawberry Point sounds almost surreal. Is it fair to say that the homesteaders all got along, trusted and liked each other?
  • Reference#: 10042
76  Rugged Individualism - Published March 2008
  • Date: 03/01/2008
  • Description: Life at Strawberry Point sounds almost surreal. Is it fair to say that the homesteaders all got along, trusted and liked each other?
  • Reference#: 10042
77  Horses Hooves and Winter Feed - Published February 2008
  • Date: 02/01/2008
  • Description: Large herds of cattle ranged over the flats of Strawberry Point in the early days. How did the homesteaders with few resources and minimal implements maintain their stock through the severe winter months?
  • Reference#: 10041
78  Horses Hooves and Winter Feed - Published February 2008
  • Date: 02/01/2008
  • Description: Large herds of cattle ranged over the flats of Strawberry Point in the early days. How did the homesteaders with few resources and minimal implements maintain their stock through the severe winter months?
  • Reference#: 10041
79  Skiing The Icy Sand Dunes - Published January 2008
  • Date: 01/01/2008
  • Description: Review GHAA's photo gallery of unusual Strawberry Point Scenes - this one in 1936
  • Reference#: 10040
80  Skiing The Icy Sand Dunes - Published January 2008
  • Date: 01/01/2008
  • Description: Review GHAA's photo gallery of unusual Strawberry Point Scenes - this one in 1936
  • Reference#: 10040

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