The Ute Indians were hardly out of western Colorado when their land was opened to Anglo settlers. It was on September 26; 1881; when George A. Crawford; William McGinley; R. D. Mobley; M. R. Warner; and others went to the junction of the Gunnison and Grand (later renamed the Colorado) Rivers to claim 640 acres. In the semiarid confluence of the two rivers; a city developed; fruit orchards were planted; and a college grew out of the seeds of a single-room school with a dirt floor. Several newspapers opened; providing news and information to a business community that included coal mining; railroads; dry goods; and even a toffee factory whose products have graced the tables of royalty. How Grand Junction was able to develop into a progressive community of entrepreneurs; educators; and community-minded citizens is a story best told in a small sampling of pictures. None of the founders are still here; but their legacy; stories; and pictures have survived to speak for them.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Just PatDelightful book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I enjoyed this and wanted to borrow a hard copy for ...By Susanne MorlangI enjoyed this and wanted to borrow a hard copy for my parents to peruse. Unfortunately. even with inter-library loan. it is only available in e-version! I am right near Rt 20 and used it every day I worked. as well as for various pleasure trips. I may have to see what can be done about the situation!2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. I love the book!By country girlIf you like history and looking at old photos/postcards you will love this book! I enjoyed the postcards of Cherry Valley. NY especially the one of the Alamo Tourist Lodge built in 1870!
