While searching for a good hiding spot - after finding a super fun cache on the Northeast side of Grand Rapids - was heading home and saw the perfect spot. For many, Tillman's Steakhouse was synonymous with good, straightforward food and drink, and the site of many a deal made. Often referred to as "Grand Rapids' Best Kept Secret" - because of the location along the river in an industrial area of town, the establishment did not need to advertise. Everyone knew about Tillman's either by experience or word-of-mouth. True old-school experience - no windows, tufted leather booths, a huge horseshoe bar - which was often seating a "Who's Who" in Grand Rapids business, labor and legal circles. One popular legend refers to a famous brawl amongst a famous family of 5 Irish [hence the name of this cache] brothers who grew up in the neighborhood and each went on to successful athletic and professional careers. As the story goes, the brothers were all having fun, until someone said, "What did you mean by that?" - well, punches began to fly, along with furniture - once the dust settled, and the brothers paid for the mess, the owner added an addition to the back of the restaurant thus expanding his operation and increasing revenue. Whether or not this story is accurate, it is a great little piece of GR folklore.
A "Donnybook" is defined as a 'scene of uproar and disorder; a heated argument. The name comes from Donnybrook Fair, a notoriously disordely event, held annually from 1214 until the middle of the 19th century. The town of Donnybook comes from the Irish Domhnach Broc ("The Church of Saint Broc")
As always - bring your own pen - a pair of tweezers may be helpful in retrieving the log - please secure firmly and replace as found - be respectful, watch for muggles and HAVE FUN!