Your comments and suggestions are always welcomed.
I will post selected emails and other messages such as phone calls and snail mail.
Somebody might call or send me a letter . . . . .
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March 1, 2011
I happened to stumble on a book that you authored in 2008, "Ghost Towns of Idaho"...
Well one of those towns you spoke of, is my town...Wallace. Anyway when I noticed
what the book was about...and what was in it...Well needless to say I grabbed it up,
I don't know what the book went for originally, But I got it...Wallace was my little home
town... I adored it, someday I plan on laying my head down for the last time there...
I have a father, an uncle and a brother and many friends that have passed on in the years
that are there in Days Cemetery in Osburn, so I think it is fitting, I go there too..
Anyway aside from that, I know lots about that little town... I trod those streets many a
day going to and from school. I lived in many a place there...even in one that you mentioned...
The Beanery, or Tiger Hotel. The one that spanned the canyon in Burke. It was my first
place of residence in Nov 1943.
I could go one forever about Wallace...it is a shame you don't live closer. I reside in
Cheyenne WY. If you are ever here, stop by...I'd love to talk about Wallace.
If you did your research in 2008 or so I may have been there...
Anyway it is a pleasure to Own your book, a true pleasure.
Edward A. Slatten
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July 17, 2010
Bruce,
Just wanted to say that your book, Haunted Hotels of the West, arrived in the mail today and I have enjoyed looking through it (and sent positve feedback via Amazon).
I first saw your book in the gift shop at Craters of the Moon National Monument. I was intrigued, but didn't make the purchase there. My husband and I were on a road trip to Oregon, so I stopped in to Powell's City of Books in Portland, but they had no copy. When I returned home to Colorado, I made the order via Amazon.
We have stayed at the Grand Hotel in Jerome twice. It is one of our most favorite places! Our first visit and dinner at the Asylum were "magical" - great food, great wine, and great views over the Verde Valley from the terrace. When I booked our second trip, I anticipated that the repeat visit would be a let down -- it couldn't live up to my high expectations and memory -- but it was just as wonderful. Maybe this is because the wine was so good!
We have also passed through Wallace, Idaho three times on our trips through the west and love that town, too. We have eaten breakfast at the Jamison, but never stayed there. Likewise, we think Bisbee, Arizona is a really great little town to explore and have had breakfast at the Copper Queen, but never stayed in a room. We did stay at the St. James in Cimarron -- but before the renovations you mention in the book. Of course, the Stanley Hotel and Brown Palace are each just an hour away from our home -- so we see them frequently.
I lived in St. Louis in the 1970s - on Lindell Blvd. -- and really enjoyed the Chase Park Plaza. I find hotels fascinating. Now I am looking forward to visiting some of the other hotels you have written about in your book that we haven't seen, since we really liked the ones you mention that we have seen!
Thanks for writing the book and autographing the copy you sent!
Nancy
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Hello Bruce,
I got a copy of your book at the Source Within. It is wonderful! Thanks for mentioning the ghost tours in the Copper Queen section!!!
Renee
Have A Spooktacular Day!!
Your Ghost Host Renee
www.OldBisbeeGhostTour.com
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Gregory Sestric made a comment:
"One of your better pictures Bruce.
Your Book signing was outstanding. Best of Luck!"
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Riverfront Times
Spirits and Spirits
Published on September 25, 2009 at 4:40am
Some people in this world walk through life flitting from this to that, not fully embracing much — and then, there are people like Bruce A. Raisch. This local author is so committed to his new book that in the picture he sent with the press materials, he is standing in a coffin. Now, this isn't a book about coffins, mind you, but it is about the haunted hold that ghosts have on some of our nation's inns, so the coffin is pretty relevant and oh-so spooky. To meet this brave soul, who visited something like 40 ghostly abodes, and get a signed copy of his Haunted Hotels of the West, head to Ari's Restaurant & Bar (3101 Hampton Avenue; 314-644-4264) from 2 to 4:30 p.m. There, Raisch will recount his journeys and offer his autograph on the 160-page tome, available for purchase for $26. Free eats will help ensure a festive good time, as will the cash bar. To learn more about the author, his most recent book and his other works, visit www.theghosttownhunter.com. Sat., Sept. 26, 2009 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Bruce,
Hopefully you remember me: my name is Lon Carrier. I was at Bear Butte and
together with Jim Jandreau we purchased some of your books.
Your book about the Black Hills is quite popular. A lot of people talk
about it and as you may remember I also quide some hikes, and always it
seems people have your book stuffed into their packs.
It is a great book.
Lon Carrier
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Hiya Bruce, thanks for the book I really enjoyed it and am going to show it around town at little later on. Right now I'm running for Sheriff of Boise County and am pretty busy with campaigning. I really appreciate you taking the time to send the book to and what a great surprise to find myself mentioned.
Charlie Swearingen
May 6, 2008
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April 4, 2008
Pat Nettleton
Silver & Gold Pizazz
9627 W. Canterbury Drive
Boise, ID 83704
Writes: Dear Bruce, Thrilled to get the books, GHOST TOWNS OF IDAHO - THE SEARCH FOR EL DORADO, and I will certainly promote them and will hopefully order more soon after opening.
Sincerely,
Pat
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Hi Bruce!
I love your website! it is so complete, and interactive. I love the
bulletin board, and the blog you keep up to date and the
schedule of events.
It would be cool to go with you interview the lady who lives alone
in the town and pans gold... alone!
Someday I would like to spend 4 or 5 days out there hiking or driving
around, meeting these El Dorado folks...!
I would like to see a photo of your truck with the paint stripped off
from hail!?
Careful of all the fires!
Kathleen
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October 17, 2007
Hello Bruce,
The books arrived this AM in fine condition. Packed better than a lot of stuff I have had come in. Thanks for the prompt service. I'll get them priced and on the shelf and see what I can do in selling them. I have only been open a little over 3 months and am still learning my customers wants. I am trying to semi-specialize in Wyoming history and history of the west but am running out of room so I think I will have to cut out some stuff and add others. I am letting my customers tell me what they would like me to carry to some extent.
If you get out this way stop in for a visit. I'm across the street from the police station on one side, the courthouse on another side and the town is not large to begin with. My wife is still in Oregon as our house has not yet sold but I am going back over Thanksgiving and she is coming here over Christmas. We are hoping our place sells and we will not be so far apart and can put both our efforts into making this store a viable place in the community.
Best regards,
Michael Bond
Prairie Creek Books & Tea LLC.
2041 East A Street
Torrington, WY 82240
mike.bond@narrativepress.com
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Hello Mr. Raisch!
I purchased your book "Ghost Towns of Wyoming" at a shop in Cheyenne a
week ago and couldn't put it down. I go to the University of WY in Laramie
(I'm originally from the woods around the Illinois River in central IL), and
have always loved exploring the wild places of the west, searching for
petrified wood and other fossils, photographing wildlife, hiking all over the
place, etc.
But today, thanks to your book, was the first time I ever went hunting
ghost towns, and I had a blast. I stuck to Albany and Carbon ghosts for my
first endeavor and took over 200 photos - I loved the "Grub Saloon" in old
Walcott, in particular. I've been to others around the state but never
have searched them, such as Jeffrey City - next time, I will be stopping
there with camera in hand.
I'd appreciate any other advice, or perhaps information you didn't
include in this book, or whatever, and I'd like to stay in touch occassionally
if that's alright with you.
Thanks for a great read,
Jeremiah A. Brewer
Laramie, WY
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Dear Bruce,
Thank you for joining us for the Jackson Hole Museum's Authors' Day on July 14th. Those who attended seemed to really enjoy it, and your participation was greatly appreciated. Thank you for making the event a success!
Liz Jacobson
Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum
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Hi Bruce,
My name is Colette (Flormann) Bonstead and I would first like to apologize for the means I'm using to contact you. I "googled" your name and it led me to a forum on Bannack, Montana where I found your e-mail address.
I purchased your book (online) from the Adams Museum in Deadwood. I must say, I was thrilled to see how much information you had on Central City....and some photos too! I've been researching my Flormann ancestors for some time now and have been looking for information on Central City and historic photographs (1878) of my ancestors' Saloon (Flormann's Star Saloon) that was once located across from the Pacific Hotel there. So far I have been unsuccessful in retrieving this photo and the information you provided in your book about Central City explains why. The area has seen so much devastation over the years.
My research has lead me to find my ancestors in Bannack too! I hope someday to get there myself.
Thank you again for your time and once again, I apologize for contacting you in this manner but I was so overwhelmed with joy upon reading about Central City in your book that I had to locate you and thank you. You've provided me with a wealth of information.
I hope you are having a pleasant holiday weekend.
-Colette
Austin, TX
P.S. I am also looking for more information about the C&NRR through Buffalo Gap. I believe my ancestor, Robert Flormann, sold them some property (perhaps it was forced) to put tracks for service from Buffalo Gap to Rapid City.
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Hello Bruce;
Thanks for the signed copies of your books - they are fantastic. I’m amazed that you do all of the research, footwork, photography, writing, etc. That really adds a special touch to your works.
Best of luck with your future books,
Kirkland Rone
Technical Writer
Larimore Associates
(636) 537-3112
krone@larimore.net
PS: I’ll be in touch with Keith Bloodworth. I’m sure you guys will have a blast travelling through the ghost towns.
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Hi Bruce,
We're glad to be a part of your great success. You have done a wonderful job. I hope it has been a rewarding experience. I also hope Donning and I get the opportunity to work with you on your next publication"Ghost Towns of Idaho".
Please stay safe in your travels. Call me whenever I can be of service.
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