Once known as the ldquo;Dude Ranch Capital of the World;rdquo; Wickenburg; Arizona; has had many lives since its founding during the Civil War years. When German immigrant Henry Wickenburg discovered the Vulture Gold Mine in the fall of 1863 and put down roots as a miner and farmer; he also set down the beginnings of the city that would be named in his honor. Early residents and visitors included miners; ranchers; gunslingers; newspaper editors; and saloon keepers. Families made their way to town in the early 20th century and opened businesses; established churches and a library; and sent their children to local schools. In the 1930s; dude ranches blossomed in and around the city limits and tourists were enchanted by the real Wild West ambience. As the century progressed; people remained in town for generations; while newcomers regularly moved in to enjoy Wickenburgrsquo;s desert setting and modern amenities.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A feast for Lorraine fans!By Just Swell!Finally! Well~written and researched book about the maddeningly entertaining Lillian Lorraine!2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A DisappointmentBy George B. ParousThere are many books about Lorraines era. I was looking forward to one about her. About half the book is devoted to stories told about other luminaries of the day dozens of times in other books. Proof readers are credited; but dont deserve it. Typos seem to be the norm in books these days; but there are far too many repetitions. The wealth - sometimes overabundance - of photos from the authors mothers trunk are a nice touch but lose much through poor reproduction.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. very interesting look at the roaring 20By the heart clinicA fascinating person to read about with a. Meteoric rise and plunge to nothing less ms Loraine was intense to say the least
