Here's a pair of charcoal kilns not often seen as they are a bit out of the way high in the Cedar Range of southeastern Nevada. The Panaca Kilns were built c. 1875 and used until the 1890s to make charcoal for mining smelters in the region. They were operated by Swiss and Italian woodcutters, known as "Carbonari," who had perfected the charcoal-making process in Europe.
I finally got a clean photo of the old Eureka Opera House (1880) and Jackson House Hotel in Eureka, Nevada. Usually there are vehicles parked in front. Too bad this wasn't in the evening with the lights on. The reflections on the wet pavement would have been awesome! Guess you gotta take what you can get!
Millie ruled the roost in #SilverCity for over forty years, rubbing elbows with the famous and the infamous. When her last brothel closed in 1968, she remained in the area. She passed away in 1993 at the age of 87 - https://newmexiconomad.com/madam-millie/
History reveals a more diverse reality than Hollywood. Black cowboys excelled on the Western frontier. Rodeo riders like William “Bill” Pickett showcased extraordinary horsemanship and roping skills, captivating audiences across the country. In fact, Bill Pickett was one of the most famous cowboys of all time. His performances shattered racial stereotypes and paved the way for future generations of Black rodeo athletes.
Black cowboys like Nat Love, aka Deadwood Dick (pictured here) (1854-1921) played a major role in shaping the frontier and cattle industry. Freed slaves, former soldiers, and adventurous individuals worked as cowhands, wranglers, trail drivers, and rodeo performers. Black cowboys faced racism and discrimination but nevertheless left an indelible mark on Western history.
Black cowboys were instrumental in the massive cattle drives that brought herds from Texas to railheads in the North. They endured long, arduous journeys, managing large herds across treacherous terrain while facing harsh weather conditions. Despite the lack of recognition, their tireless efforts helped fuel the booming cattle industry.
Daniel Webster Wallace (1860-1939), was a former slave, who, in 1887 moved his cattle to about 1,280 acres, which he had purchased in 1885, and started ranching for himself southeast of Loraine in Mitchell County, Texas. Webster became one of the most respected ranchers of his time. He died on March 28, 1939, leaving an estate worth more than $1 million, and was buried on his ranch.