Monthly Archives: August 2010

Keeper’s Log, August 21

Posted on August 21, 2010 by Ranger Bob

Raspberry Island Lighthouse, Keeper’s Diary, August 21, 1886 My digestive organs for some time have been out of order and the calamity increased of late to such a degree that I had to look for some remedial agent.  Tried for … Continue reading →

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Keeper’s Log, August 20

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Ranger Bob

Outer Island Light Station, August 20, 1878 The crew are wheeling coal all day. When they got through about 4 PM, the NE wind had worked up too large a sea for them to return to the steamer. [They] were … Continue reading →

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A Guest Post: “Beyond PTSD”

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Ranger Bob

In Superior two days ago, Matthew Magdzas, a 23-year-old Wisconsin National Guard soldier recently returned from Iraq, killed his pregnant wife, their year-old daughter, their three dogs, and then himself. In light of this incident, I sought and received permission … Continue reading →

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Good News From Out West

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Ranger Bob

Remember that trio of very bad people who were suspected to be hiding out in Yellowstone earlier this month? (How bad? Like, murderers.) US Marshals: 2 men who escaped from Arizona prison, accomplice may be in Yellowstone area Well, one … Continue reading →

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Keeper’s Log, August 19

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Ranger Bob

Outer Island Light Station, August 19, 1878 The “Dahlia” returns at daylight. Her crew began to land coal. After getting all on shore (26 tons) and carrying it up the hill they began wheeling it up to the Fog Signal. … Continue reading →

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Keeper’s Log, August 18

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Ranger Bob

LaPointe Light Station, August 18, 1918 Had to stand watch to keep trespassers off. Now here’s a puzzle. Light stations were normally open to the public, and keepers were specifically instructed to receive visitors hospitably and show them around the … Continue reading →

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I Need To Get Out More

Posted on August 17, 2010 by Ranger Bob

This evening I found myself out on my back deck, addressing a certain brown dog who was standing at the front fence, barking at non-existent intruders: Dear Ernestine, There is nobody there. Please quiet down and come here now. Thank … Continue reading →

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Keeper’s Log, August 17

Posted on August 17, 2010 by Ranger Bob

Outer Island Light Station, August 17, 1878 NE, light, fair. 71 ‑ 29 45. The Dahlia arrived at 5 PM. Commander Miller accompanied by Mrs. Miller and Miss Terry came ashore. After going into extacy over our new boy and … Continue reading →

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There’s No “I” In Teamwork

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Ranger Bob

But there’s nothing but “me me me” in Favre. This is where Brett’s idea of team spirit is taking the Vikings: training camp well underway, still dangling, they are scrounging around for 40-year-old has-beens to stand by, just in case: … Continue reading →

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Keeper’s Log, August 16

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Ranger Bob

U.S. Coast Guard Light Station Devils Island, Daily Log, 16 August 1954 Tug Outer Island landed at East Landing to unload International TD-9 bulldozer from Bayfield Moorings. Greased, changed oil. Started clearing land for road. A mystery! There’s a bulldozer … Continue reading →

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Gichigami’s In A Mood

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Ranger Bob

Near-shore marine forecast for tomorrow: MONDAY…W WIND 20 TO 25 KT…WITH A FEW GALE FORCE GUSTS OVER 35 KT. WAVES 6 TO 8 FT. And Ranger Sue had a Manitou Island trip scheduled for tomorrow morning. I don’t think so.

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Keeper’s Log, August 15

Posted on August 15, 2010 by Ranger Bob

Outer Island Light Station, August 15, 1878 Keeper returned from Bayfield 3 PM. Had an interesting trip. Arrived in Bayfield at 7 PM on Monday, 12th, after sailing 28 hours. Left Bayfield at 3 PM yesterday; had to put back … Continue reading →

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