My mom was orphaned as a two year old in 1931. She lived in a series of orphanages growing up, and her fondest memories were of a Catholic orphanage run by nuns in Illinois. They were so sweet to her that she thought of going into the convent (though she was a Protestant). The sisters didn’t think she had a true vocation however, but she did become a Catholic. In her thirties she went back to visit the sisters and I have a picture of her standing with them, in front of a building very similar to that one. Because of that background, I look at places like that with a great deal of affection. The children weren’t mistreated Jeff. It’s only in the movies that orphanages are terrible places. It’s not a workhouse out of Dickens. They taught her French and German and shorthand, and she was able to get a job as a newspaper reporter. Without places like that, my mom used to say, she would’ve ended up as a “working girl.”
@katiejo10953 ай бұрын
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@sf91453 ай бұрын
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@lisasanchez75973 ай бұрын
❤ beautiful 🙏😇
@janelopiccalo14703 ай бұрын
Can I ask where in Illinois the orphanage was located?
@rosezingleman50073 ай бұрын
I want to say it was in Moline, but I’m not certain.
@redmccoy86333 ай бұрын
Love old towns that keep their roots and the well groomed yards. Thanx guys.
@gvracer3 ай бұрын
I have lived in Grass Valley since 1962. Sometimes when you live in such a beautiful place, you can forget to look around and enjoy it. Thank you for the wonderful view of my hometown and i learned a few things about our history that i didn't know!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@mernarodway73013 ай бұрын
A beautiful tribute to Mr. Conter❤ Thank you Jeff & Sarah!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
He was a great American!
@monarchmark19673 ай бұрын
Thanks for the footage. I have lived in Grass Valley for 38 yrs. and still love it. I had the opportunity to hear Lou Conter speak at different occasions through the years. He was an icon. RIP Lou. Not a criticism but you dated the pearl harbor attack as May 7 1941 instead of Dec. 7.
@wilbilt3 ай бұрын
Yes, definitely December 7th 1941 and not May 7th.
@moesan2u13 ай бұрын
Always enjoy my Sundays, After Church, eating breakfast and watching History Hunter. Thank you Jeff and Sarah.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Sounds like you have your priorities right! Bless you for making us part of your Sunday morning!
@kevinhampton60023 ай бұрын
Living my 50 years in the mountains above San Bernardino I Love watching your videos about all the cool places in CA. I love all the background and photos you put in the videos they are Very well made and I'll continue to enjoy them, keep up the Great work!
@happyhippie28533 ай бұрын
Grass Valley and Nevada City have so much History and beauty ❤
@Slkguy2305 күн бұрын
All those gold rush towns are so beautiful!! The Placer county courthouse in Auburn is a landmark
@Jerry-zk1pk3 ай бұрын
I used to be a delivery driver in the 70's. I worked in this area regularly. Grass valley and the entire area are beautiful and loaded with very interesting history.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
I would agree with you! Beautiful little town!
@esm_753 ай бұрын
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@birdie96803 ай бұрын
I am from Harlan County, Kentucky and have never traveled to the west, so I watch your videos to get a peek! Thank you so much Jeff and Sarah!!
@ineedbbqАй бұрын
I have lived here for 15 years and love the area. Thank you for showing our town to the world.
@rogertemple71933 ай бұрын
I always enjoy awesome and amazing historical things from the past and learn about them today thank you. 👋🇺🇲👋
@mikewhite2aadvocacy1723 ай бұрын
Sarah and you explore the most stunning locations; I just need to follow your lead for an amazing vacation.
@haroldnelson37343 ай бұрын
That was so nice. I love the history of the California gold rush...and you have covered so much of it. Great job, Jeff & Sarah!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! Thanks so much, Harold!
@55azguy3 ай бұрын
Been watching for years . This is one of the best shows you have done. Great job
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks! I must admit I liked how this one turned out and the first thing I hear are the negatives about my music selections. Things for being an encouraging one!
@rosezingleman50073 ай бұрын
@@jbenziggyReally like the ending slo mo. Very cool.
@richardbeee3 ай бұрын
From the "Big Valley " to Grass Valley. What a way to spend morning coffee.😊 Thanks. As a retired assayer from the gold mining circus,am always interested in the past.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! What is a gold mining circus? LOL
@richardbeee3 ай бұрын
@jbenziggy Politics play a huge roll in mining. I.E. circus. Retired now. Feels good 👍
@janetceniza80913 ай бұрын
#3 This was a really nice story, amazing that so many old buildings and homes are still there. It is like time stoped in this town.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
I was thinking the same thing! Time has stood still in some areas. Modernity has also crept into some areas. A mile or two away is a Target store, which I had to visit to buy cough medicine! LOL
@Xpyburnt_ndz3 ай бұрын
Oh man!!! You just brought back so many wonderful memories for me Jeff!!! My third generation back (Great Grand Parents) family originated from Grass Valley and I still have a brother that lives there. I love it up there!!! Thanks for a WONDERFUL HH "fix" for my week! ~Chris
@terrychapman84603 ай бұрын
So glad you were able to come and explore our little town! I have been blessed to live here for 36yr. and am still fascinated by it's history. When Lou Conter was laid to rest, much of the community (and school children) lined the streets waving flags! What a hero.......
@decoconstruction3 ай бұрын
We really enjoy visiting Grass Valley . You do a fantastic job.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! Happy to hear it!
@sherwoodvillage38363 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this video. My mom's cousin and her husband lived here after they retired and we used to visit them. Grass Valley is one of my favorite cities. Nevada City as well.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Is a beautiful town and I’m glad we finally paid a visit!
@irishgip713 ай бұрын
Absolutely wonderful episode sir. As always! Wish I knew how you pick such beautiful places to visit? Much respect sir.
@kathleenamatangelo37133 ай бұрын
Lived here for 42+ years. I know these sights and streets well :)
@AT1881Cowboy3 ай бұрын
Loved this history, Jeff. Thank you very much!!! Hello to Sarah, too!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Hello there! Or, howdy! Thanks for watching! We appreciate it!
@UTubeQu1che5515 күн бұрын
I continue to appreciate the research you do and your well crafted narrative. I’ve lived in Tracy, drove thru Oakdale thousands of times while I worked in San Jose, Santa Clara and Sunnyvale while I lived in Sonora and Tuolumne Township. Going back to the 1960s my stepdad always made sure during the summer that we visited as many missions, old gold rush towns etc. So many of your videos bring me back to my childhood. Thank you so much!
@judithacker22143 ай бұрын
Love seeing all this. I lived in Grass Valley for 8 years.
@reneejones78073 ай бұрын
Excellent video of one of my favorite places! Can’t wait to go back❤ I’ll see it with new eyes now.
@mov1ngforward3 ай бұрын
Great episode...I've never been to GV so you taught me something. The war hero is a reminder of what men used to be like...the Greatest Generation...we have seen the brightest, most courageous and the best. Thank you Jeff and Sarah for your hard work and efforts with these videos. I hope you're feeling better after the cold. ❤
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
@@mov1ngforward I’m doing fine after that trip but weeks later Sarah now has the same thing. She’s pretty sure that she didn’t get it from me.
@nicholaswinebrenner51643 ай бұрын
We hope both of you get well soon.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
@@nicholaswinebrenner5164 we are doing better! Thanks! Sarah still has a bit of a cough.
@susannelanza84213 ай бұрын
Love your content! 😊
@privatepilot40643 ай бұрын
The best History Channel on KZbin! Thank you Jeff and Sarah!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! Love the comment!
@richardbeee3 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thank you!!!
@angiebeasworrick65693 ай бұрын
We love Grassvalley. We spent a week there in June. Thanks for identifying some of the buildings we saw and the history behind them. Wonderful video. Fantastic job with the history of the area.
@skimmer87743 ай бұрын
Totally enjoy seeing old buildings and its even better hearing their history. Thank you Jeff n Sarah 😊
@leesa74893 ай бұрын
I love this video! thank you for making it
@lucas1956-y3x3 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing once again
@tbaker9113 ай бұрын
Loved the history lesson as well as the intro and outro great job!
@rhondaz3563 ай бұрын
This video was just loaded with info. I totally enjoyed *meeting the people, from the past, and seeing the places, in the past, as well as the present... I appreciate all the research you do, and the pics from the past, especially when they are compared to the present. Thanks, so much, Jeff. You and Sarah hit this out of the park, as usual.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🔥
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Wow! I gotta say I love your opinions this video! Thank you very much, Rhonda! I am glad my batting practice paid off to hit this one out of the ballpark!
@edwardaustin7403 ай бұрын
This is why I subscribed. Jeff and Sarah are always hunting history. My favorite part is always the cemetery 🪦 walk and talk. Thanks Jeff.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thanks, Edward! Love the comment, again! Some KZbinrs just walk and don't tell you a thing but that makes for one boring channel!
@whydoyoucare273 ай бұрын
Loved that old theatre! Thanks for the interesting stories!
@rundown483 ай бұрын
Hello Jeff and Sarah, Thank you for this week's wonderful episode. Your much-anticipated weekly program is always a welcome respite. R.I.P. Mr. Louis Conter, thank you for your service. Thanks again Jeff and best wishes................................... Cheers.
@dotell33593 ай бұрын
I really mean this when I say you're videos are better than reading a great book. Take care and keep up the good work. A fan from Michigan and a veteran.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Wow! Thank you so much but don't ever stop reading! LOL. Enjoyed hearing from a fan in Michigan (you may be the first that I have heard from).
@philipcollins54403 ай бұрын
Thanks 4 shareing a town I always wanted to visit. Gr8 job, as always!!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! This was our first visit there!
@martindriver60263 ай бұрын
Thank you! What a way to finish my Sunday out. Alot to share. Mr Conter what a beautiful, courageous person. Deserves our full honer and respect. I hope Grass Valley residents never forget him. Till next episode.
@46sends7 күн бұрын
Lived here since 1972 Thanks for sharing Our Beautiful Golden nugget A Gem here in the Foothills . I Love it here ! Another Gem is Its lakes and Rivers not to mention the Fall colors which many travel to see each year :)
@webchuck13 ай бұрын
Hello Jeff, Happy Sunday! Thanks for sharing this interesting story on Grass Valley. Hope you and Sarah have a wonderful day.
@JMVideos76763 ай бұрын
Another great video and history lesson, but Sarah swimming with the otters is still my all time favorite episode of HistoryHunters.
@carolchmielewski53133 ай бұрын
Just wonderful! Love those historic homes!
@mikes31743 ай бұрын
Fantastic episode! I especially enjoyed the new closing credits. The music really made it work. Great Job!! Thank you for all the hard work. 😎👍
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Awesome! I was hoping someone would catch the new ending and the music and let me know. So thanks!
@davidcampbell75933 ай бұрын
Another awesome video well done I allways learn a lot from your video's
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@davidcampbell75933 ай бұрын
@@jbenziggy your welcome sir
@jackiejohnson86093 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Big fan of History Hunters with Jeff and Sarah! 👍
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Nice to hear that you are a big fan! Thank you so much! Blessings to you!
@whatsaroundthebend3 ай бұрын
This was a great video! I loved all the old buildings and history. I wish I could go back in time and watch a movie in that old movie theater! The segment on Louis Conter was great as well. My great-grandfather was a world war II veteran and I loved listening to all his stories. Thank you Jeff and Sarah for another great video!
@Smithsgold3 ай бұрын
Love Grass Valley!!!!!
@bryan5656563 ай бұрын
One of my all time favorite towns 🇺🇸
@petemoss19513 ай бұрын
Beautiful! Good video Jeff and Sarah
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@richglenn37293 ай бұрын
Why well done. Made my Sunday morning. Thanks Jeff.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it! Thanks, Rich!
@BarbaraSalisbury-st7bu3 ай бұрын
A really beautiful little town, so full of interesting history. The rain was the perfect accent. Those beautiful old houses are really a testiment to the arcitecture of the past. They sure don't build them like that today. Thank you for the very touching tribute to Lt. Cmdr. Louis Conter - may he rest in peace!
@johnpeddicord49323 ай бұрын
Enjoyed, Thanks again for sharing, Jeff and Sarah
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! Thank you, John!
@marydilley44553 ай бұрын
Wow never knew all that about Grass Valley. Sad stories for the orphans.....good story for Lotta. I wonder if she donated to the orphaned. The town did a favor in reusing the old buildings over the years-- something we don't always see. Love the old Packard sign too in good repair. You never disappoint with your shows. Thanks Jeff and Sarah!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
It's such a charming community and so is the one next to it, Nevada City which we will also be featuring soon! Thanks for being so supportive and encouraging of our efforts! As far as Lotta, surely she did support orphanages but not sure about the one in Grass Valley. She was young when she left.
@marydilley44553 ай бұрын
I look forward to visiting those towns!@@jbenziggy
@dedratiger8063 ай бұрын
My mother and sister lived in Grass Valley in the late 70s. They loved it and I was happy to see what the town looks like today.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Great to hear! Glad you liked our video! Next is one on Nevada City!
@4cmjohn83 ай бұрын
Thank you Jeff and Sarah! Your videos are very enjoyable and informative. Now I can go to Grass Valley and appreciate the history even more.
@bartgoins17823 ай бұрын
Thanks for another interesting history lesson, Jeff. Thank you for including LCDR Conter in your research and presentation. Thanks also to Sarah for her help in this history lesson.
@jbthor90323 ай бұрын
That was interesting, Jeff. I enjoy history. There's so much to learn that I haven't learned. 👍 Wouldn't you have liked to have lived back in those days. I would.
@donnawoepke88613 ай бұрын
What a very beautiful town.
@dsinavich51413 ай бұрын
Hi guys...a beautiful tribute to Mr. Conter.. love the old historic towns with their lovely yards and houses ,churches...stores.....thanks for vlogging this story have a great week...take care.... Deborah 🇨🇦
@John-xl9xy3 ай бұрын
Jeff and Sarah, Awesome researched video and your speed delay outro with music choice. Thankyou. John Boy..
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Very nice! Thank you! We appreciate the great feedback!
@johnhughes85633 ай бұрын
Excellent video thank you so much..
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
We appreciate that! Thanks! 👍🏼
@WayneKline3 ай бұрын
Well, another great video of history Jeff and Sarah. The editing and narration is getting better each and every episode. Well done guys, love your style of story telling, with that dry humour thrown in for good entertainment.
@drtosseyfamilyadventures6240Ай бұрын
Thank you for telling/showing us the town my great great grandparents lived. I live in Michigan so getting a chance to visit the town is probably not going to happen, but you made it possible! Thank you!
@danielyoung313 ай бұрын
Thanks for the journey always interesting
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@joelhurley26783 ай бұрын
Beautiful Town Jeff thank you so much for you and Sarah sharing this. In Leavenworth Kansas where I live we have a Carnegie Library here but it's not being used anymore as a library but for apartments.
@TheRandallraplee3 ай бұрын
Just a great video in time and tempo. Thank you!
@elizabethgrassi94443 ай бұрын
You showed my house 5 times downtown!!!! Very cool....👍👍👍👍☮
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Did I? Wow! You must not have seen me!
@elizabethgrassi94443 ай бұрын
@@jbenziggy You showed the Washington Brewery building, I live next door in the green building, built in 1892....was a very famous bordello during the goldrush, very beautiful inside , ornate detailed Victorian, brick walls etc. Looks like you filmed on a rainy Sunday, town was pretty calm. No I didn't see you probably at work. I work on Mill street on the plaza. Anyway that was great footage . I walk downtown everyday and you hit the historical context damn good !!! 👍Try Cornish Christmas downtown , over the top holiday celebration! Heads up parking is tricky but worth it . Hope you come back soon , do more , that was great !!! ☮
@markdraskovics19623 ай бұрын
HEY,.. JEFF & SARAH Hello Guy's I haven't left A comment In a While and just wanted to let you know that I'm still Watching. I love the Old movie Theaters they are So beautiful Looking Well OK Please Take care, stay safe on all your Travels 👍✌️🙏 Mark D. Barre, Vt
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thanks for letting us know that you're still with us, Mark! We always appreciate when you do comment. Aren't old movie theaters the greatest? I love watching period movies that show 1940s theaters (Notebook being one of them). We're doing fine and hope you are loving the fall colors coming your way!
@nickpaz24213 ай бұрын
A lot of history in all of these small towns. A lot of it I wouldn’t know if it wasn’t for your videos. I often take roadtrips after watching your videos. Thanks again.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Wow. Thanks for the awesome compliment! Nice to know that we inspire you to take road trips! Enjoy and be safe!
@FlopSter-i1o3 ай бұрын
Haven't seen the Gold Country in many years. Love Grass Valley's beautiful old homes! Thank you for this tour!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! Glad that you enjoyed it!!!
@greyghostjay3 ай бұрын
This was very entertaining with all the history and the town is so quaint. Loved this!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Sweet! Glad you enjoyed!
@reginamay27673 ай бұрын
Hi Sarah and Jeff, loved this never been to GV, is beautiful. I love old town like this.,Thankyou for covering this one. I enjoyed this as always. See you on the next history hunters adventure.
@ralphromeo70663 ай бұрын
"Rainy days and Mondays always get me down..." Karen Carpenter's words couldn't stop you, Jeff. Another great video.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
And you know what? I love Karen Carpenter’s music. LOL. Thanks my friend! How is New York?
@ralphromeo70663 ай бұрын
@jbenziggy always interesting Jeff. Crime is up bit it doesn't stop me. All the best.
@carlupthegrove2623 ай бұрын
I used to live in Cofax, not far from Grass Valley and visited there often. But, as usual I learned more about it from you video. Thx
@jimbullard4413 ай бұрын
I enjoy your small-town explorations. Even in many of those places on the map - that nobody has ever heard about - have interesting histories. The spider dancer's story would make an interesting movie
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
It may have been made into a movie! Lola lived a crazy life and I just touched the tip of the iceberg. She was a naughty woman for her day. LOL
@MyName-nx1jj3 ай бұрын
Lola Montès (1955) A historical romance film directed by Max Ophüls and starring Martine Carol as the Irish dancer and courtesan Lola Montez. The film is based on the novel La Vie Extraordinaire de Lola Montès by Cecil Saint-Laurent. It tells the story of Montez's most famous affairs, including those with Franz Liszt and Ludwig I of Bavaria. The film was released in France on December 23, 1955 and in West Germany on January 12, 1956.
@DK-et6lm3 ай бұрын
love the song at the end. Keep the history videos coming Jeff.....
@richardsmith41873 ай бұрын
Jeff & Sarah What a nice walking tour of Grass Valley ! It has lots of history and the buildings are beautiful. As always your great research makes the story come alive ! Thanks again and I look forward to more adventures.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@Ntsej_Muag3 ай бұрын
Always drive pass by this town on our way to Reno. Gonna have to check out this place one day.
@rickstevens14793 ай бұрын
One of the best yet ... you two better never stop making great content, thanks to you both..😊
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! It’s been a labor of love!❤️
@gerrymaitland97993 ай бұрын
Grass Valley is a very cool town for sure. We haven't been there for a long time. It looks the same, and that's a good thing. Thank you for taking us along...
@peanut_trucker3 ай бұрын
That is a neat town, definitely a lot of history there. Thanks for sharing Jeff and Sarah 👍
@karaDee23633 ай бұрын
Thank you for always providing us with such fascinating history. You're awesome
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
So nice of you! Thank you so much!
@MaryWilliams-zl8ls3 ай бұрын
We love all your videos. We used to visit the Grass Valley area a lot. My husband's great uncle had a gold mine claim on the Southfork Yuba River. It was quite a trek down in there but so beautiful. I just saw the video with your Vaca to see the Dolphins etc. It was so good. Love seeing all your family. We love you and Sarah very much. We appreciate the videos. We can't travel much anymore. We're in our 70ies. ❤
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
One cannot find a more supportive and kind soul as you sir. Thank you so much for being a shining light to me and to others in your community. We feel very blessed to have the success that we are currently receiving from our efforts because I know there are a lot of people on KZbin who, for one reason or another, find no traction in their channel. But I want to encourage them if they’re reading this that it takes persistence and regular efforts to post videos. Thank you once again, dear brother.
@lornahardin45633 ай бұрын
Beautiful video, love our gold rush towns, glad to see they stopped traffic on Mill St. Guess we need to take a drive up there. The historic old homes are so gorgeous aren't they? Thank you Jeff and Sarah.
@dougpeel32743 ай бұрын
Great video and a great history lesson as well. I Enjoy all your videos! I look forward to your future videos! 👍
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@petermccarthy30463 ай бұрын
Thanks for these quality vids Jeff! I really enjoy the quality content
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Glad you like them! Thank you, Peter!
@LucasRea-493 ай бұрын
Excellent video as always and I also want to recognize your thoughtful consideration given to veterans as outstanding in all ways...well done!
@JBOHATCH3 ай бұрын
Thanks for an amazing video as always! :) After reading the comments I wasn’t sure what to expect….but I LOVE the ending song! Especially how you slowed down the footage of you and Sarah….just very unique, but actually fit the song. Thanks again and just ignore the haters!
@CherylM19593 ай бұрын
What an amazing town. Such rich history. Great video. Once again, I must say, you have the perfect voice for doing these stories. If you had a radio show, I would keep it on all the time because your voice is so relaxing. 😃 Great work!
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you! I’ve been told that before which is hard to believe because I never liked my voice growing up! I appreciate your kindness, Cheryl!
@Cori-se9ww3 ай бұрын
Just recently found your channel. I love history. Born and raised here. We have so much history in our state. Thanks for doing such an amazing job.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard! So happy that you found us and like our content! It makes ask this effort with it! Enjoy catching up on past videos, please! Thanks!
@161papa3 ай бұрын
That's a gorgeous town. And a fun video. hanks Jeff and Sarrah.
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@runaremblem22213 ай бұрын
Great episode Jeff and Sarah🤗🤗
@jbenziggy3 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@TravisWhite-m3r3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tour Jeff. Sponging in the info you give out. From NC…..really enjoyed the video.,
@theburtseoni3 ай бұрын
Very interesting look at Grass Valley. I have been all over California, but never there. I had a mental image of a sleepy little wide spot in the road, it is so much more then that! Thanks Jeff and Sarah for the tour!