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In the May-June 2023 newsletter of the Mesa County Historical Society, Ruth G. Moss discusses early sheriffs in Mesa County and early marshals in Grand Junction. She talks about jail breaks, cattle rustling, shootings on the range, prostitution, vice, and the murder of popular gambling parlor owner J.W. “Big Kid” Eames.
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A 72-page digital document created and distributed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
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A brief history of the Sweetwater Schoolhouse written by Lorna (Martin) McIlnay. The McIlnays settled along Sweetwater for many years; at one time, the area was able to support several one-room schoolhouses before the consolidation of schools-- and creation of a new high school-- in the 1920's.
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In the May-June 1984 newsletter of the Mesa County Historical Society, George Woolsey Jr. writes about the life of Italian immigrant and Mesa County resident Luisa (Durante) Landini.
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A transcription for an oral history recording, on September 10, 1985. Vicki Ranta interviewed her uncle, William Ranta about growing up in Telluride, Colorado, in the twentieth century.
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A transcription for an oral history recording, on October 13, 1982. Vicki Ranta interviewed her uncle, William Ranta about growing up in Telluride, Colorado, in the twentieth century.
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A pamphlet, written by Gio's lawyer and friend (name is illegible), published by San Miguel Historical Society, circa 1977, about Gio Oberto's life. Includes his career in Telluride, Colorado, and various professions, mining claims, lawsuits, and a physical description of Gio.
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The oral history transcription for an oral history that was done by Wilkinson Public Library. Lisa Bardwell interviewed George Bardwell. The date is unknown.
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A letter written by C.R. Powers to Frank Doll, dated October 27, 1890, from Salida. The letter is written on letterhead for the Ph. Zang Brewing Company, Rocky Mountain Brewery, Denver. Philip Zang operated the brewery for many years. The brewery was one of the first breweries in Colorado.
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A letter written by B. C. Loudon to Frank Doll, dated October 24, 1899, from Logan County, Nebraska. Although the town name is illegible, a C. B. Loudon lived in the village of Gandy in Logan County around 1900. It's possible the two individuals are the same.
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A veterinarian's guide to veterinary medicine and surgery, written by George Doll. This small pamphlet was written in 1872, and was published by Hartzell & Saxton, Printers of Canton, Ohio. George Doll was the father of Hiram, Sam, Zachariah, and Frank Doll. Frank and Samuel were ranchers and horsemen in the Gypsum Valley, Doll Brothers & Condon Ranch.
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The second transcription of an oral history recording that took place on September 10, 1985. Vickie Ranta interviewed her uncle William "Bill" Ranta about what it was like to grow-up in Telluride, Colorado during the 20th century.
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In 1980, William "Bill" Ranta was interviewed by Telluride elementary school children. This is the transcription for that interview.
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photocopy of the program for the 1911 Cattlemen's Days celebration in Gunnison, Colorado. Includes schedule and description of events, as well as advertisements for local businesses.
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Dick Pownall was a Vail resident and a world-class alpinist and technical climber. Pownall was a member of the 1963 American Mount Everest Expedition, which was the first successful ascent by an American team.
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Map of cemetery grounds and plots, posted inside Crested Butte Cemetery (Crested Butte, Colorado). (Photo taken by Lisa Wishard, May 2018)
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This 22 December 1982 letter of thanks is addressed to Barbara Mooney. Mayor Rod Slifer acknowledges receipt of the Vintage Vail Quilt as a gift to the Town of Vail and his intent to house it in the Vail Public Library.
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This is the transcription from an oral history that probably took place in the 1990's. Unfortunately, the oral history interview is missing, but here is a summary of the transcription:
This document discusses the life and activities of Jim Clark/Butch Cassidy and his interactions with Judge Gilbett and the town of Telluride.
Jim Clark/Butch Cassidy was involved in robberies and lawlessness in Telluride.
Jim Clark worked as a laborer and deputy...
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The transcription for the oral history interview between Davine Pera and Alta Cassietto, which took place on February 8, 1990.
