Forgotten Sioux Falls
Forgotten Sioux Falls

Author: Eric Renshaw

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 0738594180

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The falls of the Big Sioux River were formed 14,000 years ago, at the end of the last ice age, as melting ice eroded a channel down to the bedrock, revealing an abundance of Sioux quartzite. The power and beauty of the falls have attracted people to the area ever since, while Sioux quartzite has been used to construct many of the area's buildings. Incorporated as a city in 1856, Sioux Falls has steadily grown from a population of 17 at the time of establishment to 153,888 as of the 2010 census. As a natural part of that growth, change dictates that the old and worn out should make way for the new and shiny. Lest these things be forever forgotten, this book strives to point out what has been lost, what has been saved, and what can be found if one knows where to look.

W.L. Dow
W.L. Dow

Author: Jennifer Dumke

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2013-09-17

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 162584607X

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Wallace L. Dow's enduring legacy is visible throughout Sioux Falls and across South Dakota. His distinctive structures, whether civic buildings or private residences, are beholden to no single architectural style. A New Hampshire native, Dow was brought to the Dakota Territory in the 1880s by Governor Nehemiah Ordway. Dow quickly established himself as the preeminent architect of the Dakota prairie, designing iconic structures like Sioux Falls Courthouse and the penitentiary, as well as many beautiful private residences. Using local Sioux quartzite, Dow's buildings gave the emerging Dakota Territory an identity. Yet the architect himself remains something of a mystery. Join author and Dow documentarian Jennifer Dumke as she uncovers Dow's story, recounting the life and work of a true Sioux Falls original who left his mark statewide.

Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls

Author: Rick D. Odland

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 134

ISBN-13: 9780738541488

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After 150 years, Sioux Falls continues to attract many people to the area. It was the beauty and power of the falls of the Big Sioux River that attracted early pioneers from other states in 1856 when the first town site, Sioux Falls, was organized in the Dakota Territory. Run out by Native American uprisings, these early settlers soon fled the area and did not return until 1865 when the government stepped in for protection and established Fort Dakota, a military reservation. From that early village to a city with a population of 141,000 in 2006, Sioux Falls continues to be one of the best places to live and a beautiful place to visit.

North of Twelfth Street
North of Twelfth Street

Author: Gary D. Olson

Publisher: South Dakota State Historical Society

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780984650514

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Sioux Falls is blessed with a rich history and distinct and unique neighbourhoods, the soul of any urban setting. Born and raised in Sioux Falls, author, photographer, and former state senator Tom Dempster knows the neighbourhoods that form the basis of this book as well as anyone. His eye for a beautiful photograph is enhanced by his intimate awareness of the people, buildings, and vibe that make a neighbourhood what it is.

Midnight Assassin
Midnight Assassin

Author: Patricia L. Bryan

Publisher: University of Iowa Press

Published: 2007-08-15

Total Pages: 297

ISBN-13: 1587296055

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On the night of December 1,1900, Iowa farmer John Hossack was attacked and killed while he slept at home beside his wife, Margaret. On April 11, 1901, after five days of testimony before an all-male jury, Margaret Hossack was found guilty of his murder and sentenced to life in prison. One year later, she was released on bail to await a retrial; jurors at this second trial could not reach a decision, and she was freed. She died August 25, 1916, leaving the mystery of her husband's death unsolved. The Hossack tragedy is a compelling one and the issues surrounding their domestic problems are still relevant today, Margaret's composure and stoicism, developed during years of spousal abuse, were seen as evidence of unfeminine behavior, while John Hossack--known to be a cruel and dangerous man--was hailed as a respectable husband and father. Midnight Assassin also introduces us to Susan Glaspell, a journalist who reported on the Hossack murder for the Des Moines Daily, who used these events as the basis for her classic short story, " A Jury of Her Peers", and the famous play Trifles. Based on almost a decade of research, Midnight Assassin is a riveting story of loneliness, fear, and suffering in the rural Midwest.

Sioux Falls Official 2016-17 Visitors Guide
Sioux Falls Official 2016-17 Visitors Guide

Author: Sioux Falls CVB

Publisher: Primedia E-launch LLC

Published:

Total Pages: 111

ISBN-13:

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Sioux Falls, SD - We’re in the heart of America and at the center of everything. We’re a community with a welcoming atmosphere, convenience, big-city entertainment, and small-town attention. Download our 2016-2017 Visitor Guide to start exploring and planning your getaway today.

Gitchie Girl
Gitchie Girl

Author: Phil Hamman

Publisher: eLectio Publishing

Published: 2016-01-12

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 163213201X

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A terrified voice cried out in the night. “Who are you? What do you want? The sound of snapping twigs closed in on the five teenagers enjoying an evening around a glowing campfire at Gitchie Manitou State Park. The night of music and laughter had taken a dark turn. Evil loomed just beyond the tree line, and before the night was over, one of the Midwest’s most horrific mass murders had left its bloodstains spewed across the campsite. One managed to survive and would come to be known as the “Gitchie Girl.” Harrowing memories of the terrifying crime sent her spiraling out of control, and she grasped at every avenue to rebuild her life. Can one man, a rescue dog, and a glimmer of faith salvage a broken soul? This true story will touch your heart and leave you cheering that good can prevail over the depravity of mankind. Through extensive research, interviews, and personal insight, the authors bring a riveting look at the heinous crime that shook the Midwest in the early 1970s. Written from rare, inside interviews with the lone survivor, who broke nearly four decades of silence, this shocking yet moving story will not soon be forgotten.

Can't We All Just Get Along?
Can't We All Just Get Along?

Author: Kelli Schmidt-Bultena

Publisher:

Published: 2020-08-23

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13:

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Paul Dysart, Sr. has lived a life filled with experience, both complicated and colorful. The story begins with his family's move from an all-Black neighborhood in Kansas to a predominately white community in South Dakota. Sioux Falls is where he recalls the many firsts that occurred for him: first Black family to attend the Catholic Church (1946), first Black man to work at John Morrell's (1964), the first Black Realtor in South Dakota (1978).The story is also comprised of complicated family dynamics: affairs, divorce, prison and pardons.It is in the messy reality that one is able to uncover what is important -- the lessons about welcoming family, voicing your truth and sharing love. As Paul often says, "Why can't we all just get along?"