Forever Stalwart in Illinois: A Time of Sacrifice

Volume Three shares many behind-the-scenes stories of struggling, searching, and reuniting in the state of Illinois. So much was sacrificed by a humble people in that sacred place.

"Tuttle's Bakery ovens blazed all night as his family measured, kneaded, rolled, cut, pricked, and baked life- saving morsels in secret for fleeing Church Leaders the next morning.

"John welcomed an excuse to stay up late. Mary Ann, though typically quiet most of the night, threw her arms around her father's waist when at last he pulled the final batch of crackers from the oven.

"Don't you think, Father, that baking crackers for the brethern is like giving to the Lord?"

Tears renewed Ed's tired, bloodshot eyes. 'Oh yes my sweet daughter, I do.'" (page 185)

Introducing Volume Three