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By Mark McLaughlin, Historian In the years before the transcontinental railroad made traversing the rugged Sierra Nevada a comfortable ride in luxury, spartan stagecoaches were the principle means of transportation through the mountains. The two main routes across the Sierra were through Johnson’s Pass into Placerville and Henness Pass, which entered the Sacramento Valley by way of Nevada City. Both roads were dangerously steep and narrow, blocked by granite boulders, and often blanketed in a suffocating dust. After the Comstock discovery in western Nevada Territory in 1859, toll-roads were built over the Sierra to handle the burgeoning traffic between Virginia City and Placerville. During 1861 and 1862,
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small armies of laborers were hired to cut down and smooth the worst grades, blast aside rock, and fill the gullies and ruts with compact layers of broken stones and loam. Within two years, the main roads over the Sierra, which had been narrow trails scarcely fit for sure-footed pack mules, had become broad, compact, well-graded highways. Stagecoach companies were big business during the Comstock’s heady years of massive silver production. One of the most successful lines was the Pioneer Stage Company. The Pioneer Stage route followed the old trail between Placerville, California, over the Sierra past South Lake Tahoe, to Genoa, Nevada. The company maintained twelve superb Concord Coaches with six horses to each stage. Business was brisk. On average, more than 100 passengers used the line daily to reach Virginia City from California. Besides passengers, the stages hauled gold and silver bullion as well as mine company payrolls. Stage robbery was a constant danger in the days before law and order arrived Continued on Page 4
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Continued from Page 3 in the Wild West. Bandits employed many strategies to ambush a stagecoach. The most common method was for the highway robbers to hide behind a thicket of trees or lay flat on the ground. When the stage approached, the crooks would jump to their feet with their guns drawn. Thieves rarely met with much resistance from the stage drivers, since the drivers had passenger safety foremost in mind. The gang was usually after the Wells Fargo moneybox with its valuable contents. Passengers were seldom hurt, but they were certainly relieved of their cash, watches and jewelry. If the road agents had time, the baggage and traveling trunks were searched as well.
One of the most famous drivers was Charles Darkey Parkhurst. Charley came west from New England in 1852, seeking his own fortune in the Gold Rush. He spent the next 15 years running stages in both California and western Nevada. Over the years, his reputation as an expert whip grew legendary. Charley handled all six reins plus the whip with an easy dexterity. From 20 feet away he could slice open the end of an envelope or cut a cigar out of a man’s mouth. Parkhurst smoked cigars, chewed wads of tobacco, drank with the best of them, and exuded supreme confidence behind the reins. His judgment as to what could and could not be done with a coach was always sound, and his pleasant manners won him friends everywhere.
Throughout the spring, summer and fall, rugged teamsters held rein over One time, as Charley a half dozen wild-eyed attempted to brake horses as they tore his stagecoach down along the precipitous Carson Pass, the lead mountain trails. During horses stumbled off winter, converted sleighs the road. Charley bit hauled mail and the few hard on his two-bit passengers willing to cigar and used all his endure the frigid ride. strength to stop the The beautiful alpine runaway coach, but the Journalist J. Ross Browne, right, rides alongside Charley Parkhurst on a stagecoach scenery passed by in terrain was too rough. in the foothills of California, illustration from “Washoe Revisited,” 1865, Harper’s a dizzying blur. Curious The wooden wheels Monthly. passengers who looked nearly splintered when out of the carriage the stage struck the windows often turned rocky embankment. A wrenching jolt threw Charley from pale with white-knuckled fear. Sheer granite cliffs towered the rig, but he hung on tight to the reins. The horses over the crude narrow trails and abyssal canyons dragged Charley along on his stomach, but he soon yawned into dark depths far below. The stagecoaches managed to steer the frightened horses back onto the were driven by skilled and fearless men who pushed themselves and their spirited horses to the limit. Continued on Page 6
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Continued from Page 4 road. Charley had saved all his passengers and was now a bonafide hero. During the peak of the Gold Rush, bands of surly highwaymen stalked the roads. These outlaws would level their shotguns at the drivers and shout, “Throw down the gold box!” Charley Parkhurst had no patience for the crooks despite their demands and threatening gestures. The most notorious road agent was nicknamed “Sugarfoot”. When he and his gang accosted Charley’s stage, it was the last robbery the thief ever attempted. Charley cracked his whip defiantly and the horses bolted. Charley then grabbed his six-shooter, and with bullets blazing, raced away without loss or injury. Sugarfoot, however, was later found dead with a fatal bullet wound in his stomach. In appreciation of his bravery, Wells Fargo presented Parkhurst with a large watch and chain made of solid gold. In 1862, Charley relocated to work as a stage driver on the route from Santa Cruz to San Juan Bautista. A few years later Parkhurst opened his own stage station. He later sold the business and retired to a nearby ranch where he farmed and worked in the woods near Soquel, California. The years slipped by and Charley died on December 29, 1879, at the age of 67. A few days later, the Sacramento Daily Bee published his obituary. It read; “On Sunday last, there died a person known as Charley Parkhurst, aged 67, who was well-known to old residents as a stage driver. He was in early days accounted one of the most expert manipulators of the reins who ever sat on the box of a coach. It was
discovered when friendly hands were preparing him for his final rest, that Charley Parkhurst was unmistakably a well-developed woman!” Once it was discovered that Charley was a woman, people came forth to say they knew something wasn’t quite right about “him.” Even though he wore leather gloves summer and winter, many noticed that Charley’s hands were small and smooth. He slept in the stables with his beloved horses and was never known to have had a girlfriend. Charley never volunteered clues to the past and loose fitting clothing hid her femininity. After a horse kicked her, an eye patch over one eye helped conceal her facial features. She had a stocky figure, could handle herself in a fight and sometimes drank whiskey like one of the boys. It turns out that Charley’s real name was Charlotte Parkhurst. Born in Lebanon, New Hampshire in 1812, she was raised in an orphanage until she ran away and got a job as a stable hand in Worcester, Massachusetts. She worked as a coachman in Georgia and later handled fancy horses as a coach driver in Rhode Island. When she came west, Parkhurst quickly realized that men had an advantage when it came to making money, so Charlotte decided to masquerade as “Charley” to even the playing field. The rest is history. Well…there is one last thing. On November 3, 1868, it was reported that Charlotte Parkhurst voted in the national election, making her the first woman to cast a ballot since New Jersey became the last state to revoke the right in 1807. Parkhurst voted one year before Wyoming Territory finally broke the gender barrier and granted women’s suffrage, but it was more than 50 years before Congress finally passed the 19th Amendment in 1920, reestablishing women’s right to vote in the United States.
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Get Ready Tahoe Donner! We are excited to announce that we will be coordinating the Third Annual Community Yard Sale in Tahoe Donner! This year, the yard sale will take place on Saturday, May 28th, 2022 and will begin at approximately 9:00 AM. Once again, we will be handling all of the marketing and advertising for this event, and creating the digital map for shoppers. We will also have directional signs available for pickup at our office in Tahoe Donner so that you may direct buyers to your yard sale. As with previous years, we will continue to send out email updates, provide updates on this website, and will also be creating an event on Facebook for you to post your questions and check for updates as well. Please let us know if you would like to be added to the Facebook event. To register your Tahoe Donner property to participate this year, please visit TahoeDonnerYardSale.com.
TAHOE RIM TRAIL 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
https://tahoerimtrail.org/event/40th-celebration/ Join us for a ruby jubilee to commemorate 40 (+1) years of adventure, leadership, volunteers, partnerships, and incredible recreation. Enjoy complimentary dinner and a no-host bar in a beautiful outdoor space a short walk from the beach. The Great Basin Brass Band will be playing live as you take a walk down memory lane through the Tahoe Rim Trail History Walk to celebrate 40+1 years of the Tahoe Rim Trail, a national treasure! Enter the raffle to win new gear or bid in the silent auction to go home with a historic TRT trail sign. Or you can just meet with old friends and other TRT community members by the fire pit to reflect on 40 impactful years of stewardship while showing off your lawn game prowess. All ages and trail lovers are welcome!
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JUNE 18-19, 2022 LAKE TAHOE SUMMIT CLASSIC LACROSSE TOURNAMENT https://www.laketahoelacrosse.com/
A high-quality youth – HS boys and girls tournament, hosted by Summit Lacrosse Ventures and ADVNC Lacrosse. Enjoy an upbeat lacrosse festival atmosphere, solid competition on-field, unlimited activities offfield and do so in one of the most beautiful places in the USA.
JUNE 5, 2022 Annual Hwy 50 Wagon Train
https://www.hwy50wagontrain.com/ wagontrain.html Hwy 50 Wagon Train – 73rd Annual. June 4 – 11, 2022. Nevada to Placerville, California. Ride with us in Celebration of California and Nevada’s ONLY BI-STATE HISTORIC EVENT!! Riding for only a day, or for the whole trip, the wonders of this great land are truly appreciated as one travels down the road at an average speed of three miles per hour! Evening campfires, storytelling, and low key entertainment round out the experience. Families are welcome! To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the “Gold Rush”, a Wagon Train was formed to travel west from Lake Tahoe to Placerville (Old Hangtown) along Highway 50. This “one-time” event was so popular that it resumed in 1951, and has made its annual trek each year since that time. time of excitement and anticipation.
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Truckee Reggae Fest 2022
https://lateniteproductions.com/truckeereggae-fest-2022/ A SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION – “TRUE TO THE ROOTS” Brought to you by:Late-Nite Productions in association with One Vision Entertainment The event is located at the Truckee Regional Park Outdoor Amphitheater in beautiful Truckee, Ca. One day tickets are $65 ($10 increase day of show) $99 Limited Two days tickets available. We will feature Internationally known Reggae Music, Arts and Craft Vending, Food Trucks and a Beer Garden hosted by a local non-profit. This is an all-ages event and children 6 and under are free.
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JUNE 11, 2022 2022 ANNUAL FUR BALL GALA https://www.petnetwork.org/
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https://www.tahoesouth.com/bigblue The Big Blue Music & Brews Festival will introduce you to all there is to love about South Lake Tahoe, California. This FREE 3-day music festival features live music from over 40 artists across 15 venues from The Beacon to Heavenly Village. Events will highlight the classic beachside experience at The Beacon and TIKI Bar at Tahoe Beach Retreat, panoramic views of Lake Tahoe at Lakeview Commons, various local breweries and end each night underneath the Heavenly Gondola with mountainside views.
JUNE 18, 2022 Heavenly Village Brewfest
https://theshopsatheavenly.com/ Saturday, June 18, 2022, 1:00-5:00 pm, 5th Annual Heavenly Village Brewfest at the Heavenly Village Lake Tahoe. Presented by Sierra Nevada Brewing Company and Jeremy Gilpin JFG Investments. Beer, 15 Breweries, Spirits, Kombucha, Soda Tasting, Live Music, Corn Hole, Paint & Sip, Age 21 and over – includes wrist band and a commemorative glass $30 donation. Will sell out quickly! A portion of the proceeds go to Christmas Cheer.
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MAY 21-22, 2022 Chili on the Comstock
https://visitvirginiacitynv.com/ Top chili cooks gather in Virginia City for the 39th annual Chili on the Comstock. Combined with a Craft Beer Tour featuring pours from local saloons and award-winning craft breweries, it’s the most delicious and satisfying event of the year. Chili cookers are competing to win your vote for the best chili and people’s choice awards. Rejoice at the endless varieties to sample along C Street, all cooked up by top chili cooks competing for a spot in the International Chili Society World Finals. The Craft Beer Tour offers plenty of cold, refreshing brews poured at stops throughout town.
JUNE 16-25, 2022 https://renorodeo.com/ The “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West,” the Reno Rodeo is celebrating 103 years of wild west family fun. Our 10-day rodeo has stretched into 11 with the addition of a kick-off concert sponsored by KBUL Radio. The Reno Rodeo is a PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) sanctioned sporting event and is a non-profit organization made up of over 900+ volunteers. Over 140,000 fans attend each year for the 4th richest PRCA tour rodeo and the 3rd best as recognized by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers Choice. The event impacts the Reno/Sparks area economy with $42 million going to hotels, casinos, restaurants, and retail outlets.
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Street Vibrations Spring Rally 2022 is the kickoff of the motorcycle rally season. The event features live music, more than 100 vendors, food and beverage, a poker run and more, with additional venues in Virginia City and Carson City.
Wine Walk Nevada’s first settlement (1864). Enjoy wine, art and history. See the monuments of Snowshoe Thompson, famous Pony Express mail carrier and Lillian Virgin Finnegan the creator of the more than century old Candy Dance. Plan your perfect relaxing day trip. Currently scheduled through September from 4pm to 7pm.
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Big Mama’s Show & Shine
https://youngatheartseniorcitizens.org Cruise on over to the 2022 Big Mama’s Show & Shine! Douglas County Young at Heart Senior Citizens Club hosts this annual fundraiser, which features classic cars, food vendors, music, craft beer, raffles, and prizes. The event will be held at the Lampe Park Pavilion in Gardnerville from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m and admission is free for all ages. All proceeds go to the Douglas County Senior Center.
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MAY 21-22, 2022 Hangtown Wild West & Steampunk Festival
https://www.hangtownwildwestfest.com/ The Hangtown Wild West & Steampunk Festival promises to be a unique and fun experience for all. Perhaps, take a moment in Buckaroo Bend or at the Staggering Peak Saloon, and listen to a story from one of our many enthusiastic stewards of history. Gather around for tall tales, heroic deeds, and perhaps gain the trust of that mysterious someone, to learn their secrets of where they stashed their golden fortunes. after the past 2 years.”
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https://communityservices.douglascountynv.gov/ recreation Concerts are free of charge due to the generous contributions of local businesses and organizations. All concerts are held from 6pm-8pm.
JUNE 16-19, 2022 El Dorado County Fair
https://eldoradocountyfair.org/ Don’t miss the annual El Dorado County Fair on June 16-19, 2022. This year’s theme is The Magic is Back and promises all the family fun and excitement you know and love. Think mutton bustin’, live interactive exhibits, musical performances, clown college, free train rides, and even a funnel cake eating contest!
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Gardening with Kids After months of cool weather, the first hint of spring will likely have the whole family eager to dive into outdoor activities. This year, as you begin tackling the garden, find ways to get the youngest family members in on the action, too.
would teach a child the finer points of baseball using a bat and glove, demonstrate the joys of gardening with tools such as a rake, hoe and trowel, all of which can be found in sizes more manageable for little helpers.
• Let the kids choose what to plant. Whether flowers or food plants, allow children to make their own decisions (within reason) about what they would like to grow. This can help them engage in the magic of watching items Not only is gardening an activity you can enjoy together, they selected emerge from the ground and grow into their there are numerous ways to incorporate age-appropriate, finished forms. teachable moments from counting and colors to responsible care of living things. • Encourage exposure to unfamiliar plants that entice the senses with appealing smells and flavors. Herbs such as Creating a positive first experience with gardening can chives, mint and basil are good choices, or consider edistart with this simple advice: ble flowers such as pansies or violets. • Dedicate a spot for a junior garden, which allows you to instill a sense of pride and ownership in the little gardener while protecting your own garden areas from ambitious young hands. • Provide appropriate tools in child sizes. Just as you
• Set an example for your child to imitate by giving regular and proper care to your own garden. Remember to bring the lesson full circle by enjoying the bounty of your garden together, whether it’s a small hand-cut bouquet or a meal featuring your child’s fresh-grown produce. Find more tips for gardening with your kids at eLivingtoday.com. Photo courtesy of Unsplash
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Keep Kids Learning During Summer With school out, summertime brings long, carefree days of play and fun. It can be easy to forget how much children learn through play, but they have a natural sense of curiosity. With a little thought and a few supplies, summer is a perfect opportunity to revitalize their innate love of learning that may be a bit squashed after a year of academic pressures, tests and schedules. “At this time of year, we often hear families express concern about children losing academic skills during summer break,” said Sue-Ann Lively from KinderCare’s education team. “The pressure to add academic learning to summer can lead to increased anxiety, which isn’t helpful for parents or children. Children retain what they learned best when they’re engaged and interested in what they’re doing. As we head into summer, think about the skills your child learned during the school year and how you could incorporate those skills into activities your child enjoys doing.” Consider these three tips to help your family incorporate learning classroom concepts in summer fun and nurture your children’s love of learning through real-life applications. Build on classroom skills Practicing writing may not be at the top of your children’s summer activities lists. However, writing might be more appealing if it led to something fun, like a card or letter from a relative or friend. By encouraging your children to write to pen pals, like friends or family members, they
will not only practice their literacy skills by writing letters and reading replies, but also work on important executive function skills by learning to manage anticipation while waiting for a response. Even children who are too young to write can participate by drawing pictures and dictating the captions to family members. Go outside A walk around the neighborhood can turn into an opportunity to build STEM skills by observing changes over time. As you and your children walk, ask questions, make predictions and discuss what you see. This way, you’ll be forming hypotheses and analyzing your results, just like scientists. Find learning opportunities in regular activities Cooking provides a variety of opportunities to work on math skills. For younger children, that could mean getting two carrots and one apple for a recipe. For children who are learning fractions and multiplication, that might mean figuring out how much of an ingredient to add, such as “If the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of flour and we’re doubling the recipe, how much flour do we need?” Board games are another opportunity to build academic skills, like math and literacy; executive function skills, like waiting for their turn; and social skills, such as being a gracious winner. Additionally, read with your children daily and help them find opportunities to practice reading skills, such as reading signs aloud at the park or reading books out loud to other family members. For more ideas to help children learn through play, visit kindercare.com.
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