This history was compiled and printed for the
purpose of supplying some facts, stories, and histories of the town of
They were a choice breed of
people selected to perform great and noble deeds. Their character was unselfish
and pure. Their word was their bond. Their ambition unmatched, and their
courage unequaled. Their convictions were true and they were a happy people.
We encourage you to read the
entire book for we think you will find it enlightening and interesting. We know
that this is not a complete history of
It is not the intent of any of
the articles to show malice or unkindness to anyone. But, rather we encourage
any and all to look upon it as a tribute to an already good name.
We should extend a special
thanks to the
Ruth Powers, whose ideas and work
have helped to make the book all possible. Her concern for the total book, and
her work in collecting material is most appreciated.
Clara Olsen and Roxey Heslop
have collected and written articles and helped to put the book together. Their
work is appreciated.
My good wife, Dorothy, whose background and
training in editing has been most helpful. For the ever long hours we have
worked together has been enjoyable. As we go to press, the hours worked seem
short, the rewards great, and the satisfaction elevating to say the least. The
most rewarding experiences have been with the people who welcomed us into their
homes and supplied us with pictures and material. We are most appreciative.
To the typists who have given of their time
unselfishly to meet the scheduled deadline. They are: Linda Folkman, Connie
Bitton, CherrilI Knight, Helen Folkman, Lorraine Skeen, Patrice Moyes
Killabrew, Lorene Gingham, Hazel Searcy, Annette Searcy, and Jolene Searcy.
Kristine Ewert for the printing. Ladd Chase for the photography of today.
And, to any others who have
helped in any way with the book, we appreciate them.
Lyman
Cook
Dorothy
Cook
Editors
TABLE OF CONTENTS
History from the Daughters
of Utah Pioneers, Plain City Camp
Latter Day
Saints Church History of Plain City
Agenda of the 50th Celebration of the Settlement in
Plain City
12th Annual Homecoming Article
Collection of Histories, Stories, etc. of
early Plain City from many sources
Document of Servicemen's Monument
Plain City Town Incorporation,
Town Boards, and Mayors
Bona Vista Water, Plain City Irrigation
Story "A Child's Christmas in Utah" by Wayne
Carver
Can You Remember or Did You Know, Stories
by Lyman H. Cook
The first printing of the
"History of Plain City" was completed for the 17th of March 1977.
Lyman H. Cook and Dorothy T. Cook were asked to Edit the book by Robert P.
Stewart, Principal of Plain City Elementary School after several women had been
gathering information for years. Special thanks to Roxy R. Heslop, Ruth K.
Fowers, and Clara C. Olsen. Lyman and Dorothy spent five months collecting
pictures and stories from
Dorothy and "Lyman,
post humorously," were awarded the "2002 Mayor2s Award in the
Humanities... for their preservation of Plain City's history in an outstanding
book of stories, pictures, and historical background, a contribution for which
the community 'will be forever grateful' ", on October 3, 2002. Dorothy
stated at the award ceremony, "We did not do this alone, many person's
helped and contributed to make it possible."
The first and second
printing were done through the
First
printing, 1300 books, March 1977
Second
printing. 250 books, Augustl977
Third
printing, 400 books, April 1996
Fourth printing, 300 books, December 2002