Lot 4495
March 2, 1881, DAILY NEW MEXICAN, Santa Fé. 4 pp, 23 x 17½ in. Page 4 notes the arrest of John W. Young, son of Brigham Young, in Denver, for bigamy; Young was a contractor for the A. & P. Railroad. Another article describes the "Death of Charlie Storms," a well-known gambler in the Black Hills area; he "met his fate" in Tombstone, following a quarrel over a gambling table. Much more insight into the daily life in the American Southwest through mining purchases, employment opportunities, real estate offerings, investment possibilities, product advertisements, etc. Overall toning, some marginal chips, and one partial fold split. Good condition; suitable for framing.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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