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11TH ANNUAL COLORADO CITY CEMETERY CRAWL

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Contributed by: Old Colorado City Historical Society on 7/10/2008

What:	NEXT › ‹ PREVIOUS The Old Colorado City Historical Society (OCCHS) is an organization devoted to preserving that history, including its historic buildings, culture and spirit. The 11th Annual Cemetery Crawl will take place at Fairview Cemetery, 1000 S. 26th St., from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.on August 10. This is fundraising for the Society. Step back into time - the late 1800s and early 1900s - as actors dressed in period costumes portray a variety of Colorado City citizens who lived, spent time and found their final resting place in this Frontier town. Enjoy a walking tour past 8 tombs and hear the brief stories of a pioneer doctor, a business man, a madam, the wife of a preacher, a saloon owner and others. Adults $8 at the entrance Tent, or $6 if tickets purchased in advance at the History Center, 1 South 24th St. Children 12 and under $3. Info 719-636-1225 or visit http://history.oldcolo.com.
Where:	Fairview Cemetery, 1000 South 26th Street (South of Midland Expressway)
When:	10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Event Dates:	This event takes place on 8/10/2008.

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Submitted By: Dave Hughes

posted on 8/4/2008 @ 1:59:19 PM

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Your's truley, Dave Hughes, will portray Jacob Schmidt, one of the more noted Saloon Keepers of Colorado City around 1910. With his cap, apron, vest, and carrying one of those original 100 year old memorabilia beer mugs.

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