Keepers Log Friday, September 14

We began our day in typical fashion.  It was a clear morning which always makes the sweeping more interesting.   When I went to meet Fred and Jill, a gentleman noticed my Westfield hat.  Turns out he was a policy holder from Hammond, Indiana.  A minute later, I had an independent agent from  Brighton, Michigan commenting on my hat...  The hat is a conversation starter for those who recognize Westfield Insurance.

Our one hour tour from 10 -11 AM saw 22 adult guests, and 3 children.  Donations and gifts totaled $263.02.  Afterward, we called time out and enjoyed the sun for a while.  We both read a little.  Evening chores and dinner complete, we were able to cross the basin and walk to Grocery Outlet for a few items.  

We returned home in the dark and used our flash lights to cross.  Later, I read more about two of the distinguished lighthouse keepers at Battery Point.  Theopolis Magruder, first keeper from 1856-1859, grew up on the banks of the Potomac River opposite the US Capitol.  His parents were personal friends with President James Madison and young Theopolis served as a page for the President!  Later I read where this pioneer organized currency used in this area prior to the adoption of US currency.  When the US Mint did begin circulation, it recognized this local currency, referred to as "beaver" coins, and bought back all beaver currency from owners with US currency.  Mr Magruder went on to help establish a new church, built a very successful mining supply business, and was one of the leading citizens in Crescent City.

Teare swept the tower steps from the tower light landing all the way to the parlor on the first floor. 

Here is a photo of the sunset.