With a Little "Helper" From My Friends

Ah, the Muffler Man from Helper, UT.....I remember him well from my trip there in 2005. My friend, Crystal sent this wonderful picture courtesy of her Mother-In-Law, Millie, who lives in Helper. The locals have affectionately named him, "Big John", like the song. You'll notice Big John has an incredibly well thought out paint scheme. Gloss Black. It might make more sense to you when you learn that Helper is a coal mining and railroad town. With that huge pick in hand, he's become an important figure of civic pride for the town. It looks like Millie had an easier time getting a photo with Big John than I did. Being alone, I had my camera on a tripod in the middle of the street - which almost got run over at least 5 times.

Helper Civic Auditorium 19 South Main Street
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