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Goodtime Girls: Prostitution in the Old West

By Suzanne Skwarski, Plank Road Questers #236

In 1849 when gold was discovered, men went west in unprecedented numbers. The result for women was a lack of men in the east and for many, a new sense of adventure. A few went west to find gold and adventure but most of the women who venture there were in search of a husband. Some who traveled west were members of the oldest profession, prostitution, but many others ended up in the trade as there was no other way to make a living in the wilds of the mining camps.

Louis Vuitton - Authentic or Knock-off: An Expensive Mistake

By Judith Coebly, Plank Road Questers #236

As I spend more time in airports waiting for cancelled flights and crowded terminals to disappear, I notice a dramatic increase in passengers proudly displaying Louis Vuitton rolling luggage, monogrammed handbags, posh wallets, distinctive belts. Keep in mind some of these items are thousands of dollars.

What's in a Name?

Burnettʼs Traders Questers - Chapter #567, St. Joseph, Michigan

William Burnett landed his canoe on the west bank of the St. Joseph River about 1780, establishing the first permanent European settlement in the area. Trading extensively with the Native Americans, in 1882 he married Kakima, daughter of Potawatomi Chief Aniquiba.

What's in a Name - Spring’s Red Bird #744 – Howell, Brighton

Spring’s Red Bird was the name of a clumsy, open wagon owned by Benjamin J. Spring who owned a hotel and ran a stage line between Howell and Detroit in 1841. In 1844, arriving late, Mr. Spring drove his horse directly into a hole in front of the present courthouse square. The hole was meant to hold a flagstaff honoring Polk and Dallas, Democratic presidential candidates. Shortly thereafter, Mr. Spring sold the stage line and a hotel he owned.

What's in a Name - Wenona #1437 chapter

The Wenona #1437 chapter of Bay City was formed in in January 2005. The chapter was started with 9 members, 4 of which are still active in the chapter which now totals 20!

What's in a Name - Plank Road Questers #236, Brighton, Michigan

Plank Road Questers #236 established its charter in December, 1965 with 18 members, one of whom is still active. Currently at 20 members, Plank Road #236 has maintained State Board positions with the offices of State Board President, and State Secretary held by its members. The chapter has numerous educative speakers who present informative talks and demonstrations for other Quester chapters, historical organizations and Quester Conventions.