History Mysteries, Theodore Korthanke

Did you know Theodore Henry Korthanke was born on November 14, 1860, in Warrenton, Missouri, and died on November 12, 1941, in Hiawatha, Kansas? In 1918, Theodore and Emma Korthanke moved from rural Hiawatha into the city. The house is located on 2nd and Miami Street in Hiawatha. Korthanke quickly adorned the home with sugarContinue reading “History Mysteries, Theodore Korthanke”

History Mysteries, “Plant A Tree!”

So, as many of you know, my head is usually off in the clouds on a history mystery, or a campaign to be a better global citizen #kindnessmatters #kindnessmypersonalbrandofglitter #defendingmyzipcode, or maybe writing some poetry (that happens a lot!!) Today though, I am on another mission entirely. Everyone knows I love trees, and there mayContinue reading “History Mysteries, “Plant A Tree!””

History Mysteries, “Bambi”

Did you know that Donald “Donnie” Roan Dunagan was a child actor that would later be the voice of young “Bambi” in the Walt Disney Film? Bambi was the fifth full-length feature film for Walt Disney and was released on August 13, 1942. Donnie would have been 8 when the movie was released. Donnie wasContinue reading “History Mysteries, “Bambi””

History Mysteries, Diana, Princess of Wales

On this day in history, we remember Princess of Wales, Lady Diana Spencer, whose life was cut short in a car accident in Paris on August 31, 1997. Princess Dianna was known as the “people’s princess” and was loved for her humanitarian efforts. The accident also claimed the lives of her driver and boyfriend. Diana’sContinue reading “History Mysteries, Diana, Princess of Wales”

History Mysteries, Harry Butters

On this day in history, we can remember Harry Butters, who served as an American soldier but also served in the British Army during WWI. Harry Butters was highly educated and inherited his fortune from his father. On August 31, 1916, Harry was ultimately killed during the “Battle of Somme” during his military service. WinstonContinue reading “History Mysteries, Harry Butters”