According to THE REALITY OF RANGELY, the history masterwork by local author Robert Haag, It had been a garage repair business that in 1947 was sold by an Oliver Donecker to Henry Carnes, the "B & M" stood for "Bessie and Me". (Bessie was Carnes' daughter.)
(There are other theories as to what the two initials stood for...)
Do you have any theories?
Read MoreThis is the earliest of Billy's CD's that I have, recorded back in 1991 -- and perhaps it was his first of all. It is a collection of truckin' songs, which he wrote and performs.
Interestingly, the opening song, titled, "I Am Billy Bayou," may be pretty much autobiographical. It introduces us both to the character on the CD, and as to how the real Billy may have come to have decided to record it in the first place.
Read MoreKen Bailey, our resident oil geek, comic artist, and an all-around cool guy, was with us last fall. We took a virtual walk with him this week and today we wrap it up, with a smattering of new memories and old. Out here in the wild and remote west, we love our little towns with big spaces. There's room to explore and room to grow as Ken Bailey experienced himself. Check out Part 1 and Part 2 before you read this one though!
And be sure to drop us a line about what you miss or remember from your wanderings in rural towns of Western Slope Colorado!
In a previous post, we took a trip down memory lane with Ken Bailey, our resident oil geek and oil field guru. In August we got to share our time with this fun gentleman, but one evening while here, sleep eluded our friend. We started talking his adventure in this post, but there is still more to tell about his mini-adventure here in the wild and remote west.
Rodeo Season is around the corner and back in the 1940s, the Rangely Saddle Club gave individuals, from the children to the adults ways to play and enjoy events. One couldn't miss the Rangely Days Rodeo.
Read MoreTHE CAMPUS THEATER. Rangely's movie theater opened during the oil boom as the Rig theater. It was remodeled and reopened about the time the College came to town, redubbed the Campus Theater.
Read MoreWe wrote about the Nichols Store in our very first issue! Ken Bailey offers us insight into the evolution of the old, historical and much beloved store run by Bill Hume and family today.
Read MoreRangely has been the home of several published authors, Ken shares a story he remembers from the past, maybe you can help with the mystery of what book or story it came from.
Read MoreThis time of year always brings back memories, and we love to share those memories. Do you have any memories from your childhood like this one, from Ken Bailey?
Read MoreAh, memories... this time of year reminds us of traditions, childhood memories, and maybe Rancher Santa Clause
Read MoreKen shows us the change, or rather lack of change in one particular well. You almost can't see the change as time progresses in the background either!
Read MoreKen wants to thank all of those who participated in the fundraising event during Septemberfest!
Read MoreHave you read "The Raven At Rangely"? This book details the history of Rangely, back when it was Raven Park and not Rangely, before it became an incorporated town. If not, you certainly should!
Read MoreRobert Haag's book Reality of Rangely's 3rd edition will be available soon, at Septemberfest. There will be limited quantities so you want to be sure to grab one before they are sold out. These books are written by a local and contain a veritable treasure trove of information, so check it out!
Read MoreYou wouldn't know it, but there's a missing Oil Well in this picture... Ken tells us about the life and death of Number 4.
Read MoreThis smaller pump was blue with a yellow nameplate. It stands apart from the others because it was not like the rest. Be sure to check it out and learn a little more Rangely Oilfield History!
Read MoreOnce as common as horny toads and sagebrush in Rangely --
Read MoreKen tells us about a dream that has come full circle after attending the annual Superman Celebration in Metropolis!
Read MoreA letter from Bob Coy to Ken Bailey
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