July's Header Picture - Henry & Henrietta Frehner Family

This is a very special picture for July for Pioneer Day! This picture is of the Henry and Henrietta (Reber) Frehner family. This is Grandma Erma Earl's parents and siblings!

The children are:

Henry - b. 1885 / d. 1902
Joseph - b. 1886
Alfred - b. 1888
Minnie - b. 4 April 1891 / d. Oct. 1908
Millie - b. 4 April 1891 / d. Mar. 1908

If you would like more information about the Henry Frehner family be sure to visit with Uncle Gary! His e-mail is jge1935@embarqmail.com

Uncle Gary was able to borrow this picture a few months ago for us to scan from his cousin, Phyllis McConnell. Thank you, Phyllis! This is a treasure!

Let's be sure to celebrate our amazing pioneer heritage this month!

Recipe - Quick Root Beer

This recipe will be great for the hot summer months that can be full of parties!

Quick Root Beer
Recipe by Stan Judd (Aunt Eula Mae's Son)

Mix 1 bottle of root beer extract,
5 pounds sugar,
and water,
to make 5 gallons.

Stir as you add water to dissolve sugar.
Add 5 pounds dry ice
and cover loosely.

Make sure you leave water down in the container to allow for bubbling.
Let stand for at least 1/2 hour to and hour before serving.

This is so easy and tastes great!

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