Greetings to all research and history buffs! My name is Tanner Rausch, and it is my pleasure to welcome you to my blog dedicated to...
Boomtown Roots and Card Room Legacies: How Gambling Shaped California Families
In modern times, gambling is often linked to online slots, poker apps, or UK casinos not on Gamstop — digital spaces where people place bets from the comfort of home....
Historic Californian Towns That Tell Family Stories
California is often seen through the lens of sunshine, film studios, and freeways — but its true character is written into the fabric of small towns, each holding pieces of...
Heritage Trails: Uncovering California’s Rich Genealogical History
Gather 'round, young 'uns, and let this old-timer spin you a yarn about the golden past of California. You see, there's more to this sun-drenched state than sandy beaches and...
Striking Gold in Your Family’s Past and Your Canadian Future
Alright, young whippersnapper, gather 'round and let this old-timer spin you a yarn about strikin' gold in your family's past and your Canadian future. It's a tale as old as...