Early Las Vegas (Images of America)
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Early Las Vegas (Images of America) by Linda Miller
After the departure of the early Mormon settlers in 1857, early Las Vegas continued to be a watering stop for overland travelers on the Mormon Road/Old Spanish Trail. The area was mainly ranches and mines until railroad rivals eyed the Las Vegas Valley. Sen. William Clark of Montana bought the land and water rights to the former Mormon settlement from ranching pioneer Helen J. Stewart. The foundation for modern Las Vegas was laid in 1905, as auctioneers gaveled out the plans for the future of Las Vegas at Clark's town site. Today, those sights and sounds are recalled as the community comestogether to recreate the past in Mormon settlement days and for the Helldorado Parade, marking the city's birth.
Miller, Dr Linda Karen: - Dr. Linda Karen Miller is a local historical interpreter in Las Vegas. She reenacts Helen J. Stewart and has raised funds for a Stewart statue at the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park, the site of the former home of Stewart. Linda is a retired educator of over 40 years and a former National Teacher of the Year in American history and social studies.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780738596570 |
| ISBN 10 | 0738596574 |
| Title | Early Las Vegas (Images of America) |
| Author | Linda Miller |
| Series | Images Of America Ser |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Arcadia Publishing |
| Year published | 2013-03-18 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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