I heard about the plan Keith Ladage and Mark Dozier had schemed several months prior to the Half Century of Progress show. Keith had planned on making two trips, back and forth accross the state, hauling his two Model As, a Model T, and golfcart. Originally, Cindy Ladage had been recruiting me to help out … Continue reading A Networking Tale
My collection is an investment. With that being said, I don't purchase tractors only to resell for a profit. Happily, that does happen, or at least I get a return on my investment. I have sold at a loss, but I chalk that as a lesson learned. All in all, I'm a collector more than … Continue reading The H is a True Artifact Now
The Monticello Railroad Museum held their inaugural tractor show on Saturday, August 9, 2025. I attended with a group of friends, Marvin Stinebaker, Carl Davis, "train fanatic extraordinaire," Keith Ladage, and friend, fellow journalist & author Cindy Ladage The five of us met for breakfast and formed a convoy, making the travel as enjoyable as … Continue reading All Aboard! Now Leaving on Track 1
Most times, my readership doesn't read articles that get very political on my blog. A debate of color preference may be provoked, but beyond that, I don't write hard-hitting exposure pieces. I'm sure the readership is well aware of our bizarre political climate of late. If a reader comes to my blog for something light … Continue reading Illinois Political Concern
Three years ago, The Ladage Tractor Drive started because of a bridge. Author and Blogger Cindy Ladage standing on Ladage Bridge The family history can be traced clear back to Abraham Lincoln's time. That is a pretty good indication that the Ladage family is well established in central Illinois. Their ancestral linage also has ties … Continue reading Honoring the Family
Buchheit store manager in Jacksonville, IL Eric Michuson, had a great success for public relations when he managed a store in KY. His KY store hosted an antique tractor drive-in. It's not hard to imagine he had corporate blessing. Kenny Buchheit,a second-generation owner of the company, is also the founding curator of the American Tractor … Continue reading Buchheit Tractor Day
I met Andy Hinrichs several years ago. Unfortunately, I've never had a conversation longer than a few minutes with him. Until the Saturday after his 16th successful Garden Tractor Jamboree. Andy would personally attest to the fact that it's very difficult to have a meaningful visit during the event. He's just too busy. What a … Continue reading Create it, They will Come
Another garden tractor jamboree has passed. Like the 15 predecessors, a great time was had by one, and all Andy Hinrichs hosts a great show. There are plenty of activities to participate in. The day begins patriotic by presenting the colors. There is a tractor parade immediately following. Throughout the day, there is an opportunity … Continue reading AJ’s 16th Jamboree
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