Footprints of Fayette

Charles Peter Luck in his later years, standing on the front steps of the Trinity Lutheran Church at Black Jack Springs. Courtesy of Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives
Charles Peter Luck in his later years, standing on the front steps of the Trinity Lutheran Church at Black Jack Springs. Courtesy of Fayette Heritage Museum & Archives

A Historical Column From The Fayette County Historical Commission

The content of Charles P. Luck’s 1941 talk about growing up in O’Quinn in the 1870s and ‘80s is continued from last week.

“The first religious service held in the settlement was in our home. I was told that the Lucks were the ones that donated the land for church and school. This was a combination church and school. School opened with…