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On this episode Steve Dunkelberger rejoins the guys for another history lesson.  Steve Dunkleberg has been a working journalist for more than 20 years at various publications around the Pugent Sound.  In addition to being a journalist, he is also a judge for the Society of Professional Journalists National Sigma Delta Chi Journalism Awards.  He has also has given lectures in the area on issues facing journalists, is a member of the Knights of the Pythias, and offers Drunken History tours of Tacoma.  Steve has written two history books on the city of Lakewood and is working on one about McNeil Island as well as had several of his historical articles published on Historylink.org and in Columbia magazine.   His past GCP episodes are Episode 10, a Best Of on Jake Bird, and Episode 17 where the guys get to tour The Knights of Pythias’s Commencement Lodge #7. 1:45 – Steve gives the guys on update on where he’s been since the last episode, what’s been going on with the Drunken History, and a recent UFO person that attended his history tour.  Steve then dives into the Maury Island Incident that happened on June 21st, 1947.  He explains how Harold Dahl was out on his boat gathering wayward wood at Commencement Bay and the collection of donut shaped UFO’s Harold saw.   12:58 – Steve continues the story, talking of the molten debris from the space ship that hit Harold’s boat which killed his dog, and hit his kid on the shoulder.  He explains how Harold called his boss, Fred Crisman, and told him about the damage to his boat.  Fred then deciding to go out to Maury Island where he saw 20 tons of debris on the beach, also seeing space ships, and how Fred and Harold then reached out to Ray Palmer from Fate Magazine to tell the story.  He then talks about the other person, Kenneth Arnold, a business man from Idaho who also spotted the UFO’s and how everything we know from UFO’s theories and conspiracies came from the Maury Island Incident. 25:59 – Steve talks about how to the military in WWI didn’t use the term UFO, instead they used the term FOU and how the phrase UFO happened in Tacoma because the term FOU didn’t apply to what had been reported.  Jeff then explains how one theory of Maury Island was that the incident was setup by the government to find moles, the other version of how Harold may not have been who he said he was, and when Kenneth Arnold was actually involved with this incident. 31:12 – Steve’s story comes to an end with discussion of the State’s Legislature celebration of Mauri Incident Day on June 27th, the Mauri Island Incident movie on YouTube, and how three short weeks later, The Roswell incident happened.   Steve explains that 46% of people believe that aliens have visited the US, 86-89% of people believe that aliens exist in the universe, what he has coming up, nd how people can find him online. Thanks Steve for joining the guys for another great PNW history lesson, we’re looking forward to having you on again soon! In the meantime, don't forget to pick up a copy of Steve's Books on Amazon! Special Guest: Steve Dunkelberger.Sponsored By:The Union Club: The Union Club is a coworking space contributing to Tacoma's growing artistic and entrepreneurial communities. It combines a maker studio, event hall, and office coworking space, in a 15,000 square foot historic building in downtown Tacoma, Washington. Support The Grit City Podcast

On this episode Steve Dunkelberger rejoins the guys for another history lesson. Steve Dunkleberg has been a working journalist for more than 20 years at various publications around the Pugent Sound. In addition to being a journalist, he is also a judge for the Society of Professional Journalists National Sigma Delta Chi Journalism Awards. He has also has given lectures in the area on issues facing journalists, is a member of the Knights of the Pythias, and offers Drunken History tours of Tacoma. Steve has written two history books on the city of Lakewood and is working on one about McNeil Island as well as had several of his historical articles published on <a href="http://Historylink.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Historylink.org</a> and in Columbia magazine. His past GCP episodes are Episode 10, a Best Of on Jake Bird, and Episode 17 where the guys get to tour The Knights of Pythias’s Commencement Lodge #7. 1:45 – Steve gives the guys on update on where he’s been since the last episode, what’s been going on with the Drunken History, and a recent UFO person that attended his history tour. Steve then dives into the Maury Island Incident that happened on June 21st, 1947. He explains how Harold Dahl was out on his boat gathering wayward wood at Commencement Bay and the collection of donut shaped UFO’s Harold saw. 12:58 – Steve continues the story, talking of the molten debris from the space ship that hit Harold’s boat which killed his dog, and hit his kid on the shoulder. He explains how Harold called his boss, Fred Crisman, and told him about the damage to his boat. Fred then deciding to go out to Maury Island where he saw 20 tons of debris on the beach, also seeing space ships, and how Fred and Harold then reached out to Ray Palmer from Fate Magazine to tell the story. He then talks about the other person, Kenneth Arnold, a business man from Idaho who also spotted the UFO’s and how everything we know from UFO’s theories and conspiracies came from the Maury Island Incident. 25:59 – Steve talks about how to the military in WWI didn’t use the term UFO, instead they used the term FOU and how the phrase UFO happened in Tacoma because the term FOU didn’t apply to what had been reported. Jeff then explains how one theory of Maury Island was that the incident was setup by the government to find moles, the other version of how Harold may not have been who he said he was, and when Kenneth Arnold was actually involved with this incident. 31:12 – Steve’s story comes to an end with discussion of the State’s Legislature celebration of Mauri Incident Day on June 27th, the Mauri Island Incident movie on YouTube, and how three short weeks later, The Roswell incident happened. Steve explains that 46% of people believe that aliens have visited the US, 86-89% of people believe that aliens exist in the universe, what he has coming up, nd how people can find him online. Thanks Steve for joining the guys for another great PNW history lesson, we’re looking forward to having you on again soon! In the meantime, don't forget to pick up a copy of Steve's Books on Amazon! Special Guest: Steve Dunkelberger.Sponsored By:<ul><li><a href="https://unionclubtacoma.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Union Club</a>: <a href="https://unionclubtacoma.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Union Club is a coworking space contributing to Tacoma's growing artistic and entrepreneurial communities. It combines a maker studio, event hall, and office coworking space, in a 15,000 square foot historic building in downtown Tacoma, Washington. </a></li></ul><a href="https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast?utm_source=notes" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support The Grit City Podcast</a>

Steve Dunkelberger - The Maury Island Incident

Steve Dunkelberger joins the GCP team this week to talk Pythians and the Pythian Temple.  Steve has been a working journalist for more than 20 years at various publications around Washington's Puget Sound, and is currently the news writer/online editor at Pierce County Community Newspaper Group.  He also does freelance writing and photography projects for websites in Pierce County.  He is a member of the Knights of the Pythias and has written two history books on the city of Lakewood and is working on one about McNeil Island as well as had several of his historical articles published on Historylink.org and in Columbia magazine. The show kicks off with Steve discussing Tacoma’s Pythian Temple being established in 1881, before Washington even became a state.   He talks about how he got involved with The Knights of Pythias, presentations he gives on Tacoma history, and Tacoma’s corruption in as late as the 70’s and 80’s with its beautification process in the 90’s. 17:20 – Conversation goes to The Tacoma Speedway and it operation from 1913 to 1923, it’s popularity during the first world war when the Indianapolis 500 was shut down, and other events that were held there.  He brings up how knowing the history of an area explains the present of an area, giving the example of Pierce county being the most unchurched county in WA and how that came to be. 30:25 – Steve gives the guys a tour of the Pythias Temple, starting at the front of the building where he explains additional history of Tacoma, including the way Tacoma was laid out in superblocks and the story of George Francis Train’s trip around the world trip in 67 days that began at the front of their building.  They then explore the inside of the temple, first stop at the club room followed by the sister’s hall and the Pythians’ collection of shields. 43:36 – Steve shows the guys the amazing dining area of the temple, talks about renting a portion of their building to Tacoma Youth Theater, the cost of becoming a Pythian, and the Pyth Pole.  They discuss the secret password people have to give if late for the meeting and then explore the WOW, Castle Hall, room.  Steve explains that it was designed by Frederick Heath, the paintings in the hall and the pipe organ on the second stage in the room that goes up to the ceiling. This episode comes to and end with discussion on magical lanterns, Tacoma construction, and how each of their chairs have hat holders.  Steve let the guys know how people can find him or Pythians online. Thanks Steve for an awesome conversation on the Pythian History of Tacoma!!!  We look forward to chatting with you again soon!  Pick up Steve's Books at Amazon! Special Guest: Steve Dunkelberger.Sponsored By:Wizard's Keep Games: Building Community Through The Power Of Games.Stop by and check out the weekly events.  Commander, D&amp;D, Friday Night Magic, It all happens at Wizard's Keep Games in Renton.17148 116th Ave SE Renton WA, 98058The Lindsay Jackman Group: We understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why our team of highly-seasoned real estate professionals are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of our clients. We take great pride in the relationships we build and always work relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals.Lindsay Jackman, Broker253.857.3366RE/MAX EXCLUSIVE7201 Pioneer Way Ste A 101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335Support The Grit City Podcast

Steve Dunkelberger joins the GCP team this week to talk Pythians and the Pythian Temple. Steve has been a working journalist for more than 20 years at various publications around Washington's Puget Sound, and is currently the news writer/online editor at Pierce County Community Newspaper Group. He also does freelance writing and photography projects for websites in Pierce County. He is a member of the Knights of the Pythias and has written two history books on the city of Lakewood and is working on one about McNeil Island as well as had several of his historical articles published on <a href="http://Historylink.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Historylink.org</a> and in Columbia magazine. The show kicks off with Steve discussing Tacoma’s Pythian Temple being established in 1881, before Washington even became a state. He talks about how he got involved with The Knights of Pythias, presentations he gives on Tacoma history, and Tacoma’s corruption in as late as the 70’s and 80’s with its beautification process in the 90’s. 17:20 – Conversation goes to The Tacoma Speedway and it operation from 1913 to 1923, it’s popularity during the first world war when the Indianapolis 500 was shut down, and other events that were held there. He brings up how knowing the history of an area explains the present of an area, giving the example of Pierce county being the most unchurched county in WA and how that came to be. 30:25 – Steve gives the guys a tour of the Pythias Temple, starting at the front of the building where he explains additional history of Tacoma, including the way Tacoma was laid out in superblocks and the story of George Francis Train’s trip around the world trip in 67 days that began at the front of their building. They then explore the inside of the temple, first stop at the club room followed by the sister’s hall and the Pythians’ collection of shields. 43:36 – Steve shows the guys the amazing dining area of the temple, talks about renting a portion of their building to Tacoma Youth Theater, the cost of becoming a Pythian, and the Pyth Pole. They discuss the secret password people have to give if late for the meeting and then explore the WOW, Castle Hall, room. Steve explains that it was designed by Frederick Heath, the paintings in the hall and the pipe organ on the second stage in the room that goes up to the ceiling. This episode comes to and end with discussion on magical lanterns, Tacoma construction, and how each of their chairs have hat holders. Steve let the guys know how people can find him or Pythians online. Thanks Steve for an awesome conversation on the Pythian History of Tacoma!!! We look forward to chatting with you again soon! Pick up Steve's Books at Amazon! Special Guest: Steve Dunkelberger.Sponsored By:<ul><li><a href="https://www.wizardskeepgames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wizard's Keep Games</a>: <a href="https://www.wizardskeepgames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Building Community Through The Power Of Games. Stop by and check out the weekly events. Commander, D&amp;D, Friday Night Magic, It all happens at Wizard's Keep Games in Renton. 17148 116th Ave SE Renton WA, 98058 </a></li><li><a href="http://www.lindsayjackman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Lindsay Jackman Group</a>: <a href="http://www.lindsayjackman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">We understand that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why our team of highly-seasoned real estate professionals are dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of our clients. We take great pride in the relationships we build and always work relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals. Lindsay Jackman, Broker 253.857.3366 RE/MAX EXCLUSIVE 7201 Pioneer Way Ste A 101, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 </a></li></ul><a href="https://www.patreon.com/GritCityPodcast?utm_source=notes" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support The Grit City Podcast</a>

The Knights of Pythias, Commencement Lodge # 7 with Steve Dunkelberger

This is a mini-episode of Most Notorious, with a couple of short stories of historical true crime. First, Jake Bird, a serial killer who places a hex on his Tacoma prosecutors and jailers in 1947, told by Tacoma newspaper reporter Steve Dunkelberger. The second story is one that has haunted the citizens of Waseca, Minnesota for decades. Farmer Julius Schuch and two of his children were murdered on their family farm in 1929. This one researched and narrated by me.Become a Most Notorious patron at: www.patreon.com/mostnotoriousLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a mini-episode of Most Notorious, with a couple of short stories of historical true crime. First, Jake Bird, a serial killer who places a hex on his Tacoma prosecutors and jailers in 1947, told by Tacoma newspaper reporter Steve Dunkelberger. The second story is one that has haunted the citizens of Waseca, Minnesota for decades. Farmer Julius Schuch and two of his children were murdered on their family farm in 1929. This one researched and narrated by me. Become a Most Notorious patron at: <a href="http://www.patreon.com/mostnotorious" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.patreon.com/mostnotorious</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="http://megaphone.fm/adchoices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Mini-Episode - The Hex of Jake Bird w/ Steve Dunkelberger & The Schuch Family Murders - A True Crime History Podcast