The town of Socorro got its name from the "succor" travelers found at the northern end of a 90-mile-long desert trail known as the Jornada del Muerto; the "Journey of the Dead Man;" in central New Mexico. The village of Socorro; located at the site of the ancient 1600s Piro Pueblo; was first settled sometime around 1816 as an agricultural community. The discovery of silver at Socorro Peak and the Magdalena Mountains and the arrival of the railroad in 1880 brought boom times to the town. The demonetization of silver in 1893 was the end of Socorros boom; and the community gradually reverted to its agricultural heritage. Reminders of days gone by can still be seen in Socorro. The Garcia Opera House; the Crown Mill; the Illinois Brewery; and several historic houses have been successfully preserved.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. "Flipping Brilliant"By Amy J. Alspaugh"Flipping Brilliant" is an absolutely delightful book full of wisdom delightfully depicted by penguins and their lives. Reading it is a joyful experience.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Perfect Title!By Deborah N.But then; who can resist the wisdom of Penguins! These guys really have insight...take my word. Worth the read; then share with friends...fun for everyone!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Penguins as teachers ROCKBy LizI Love penguins and of course want to learn all I can about them. Now with this book; I can learn from them. It has very beautiful pictures and great "life lessons" This is a fun book to read when you have a few minutes or are having a bad day. Penguins remind us what life is about and show us to keep it simple. A great book!
