The Emma Sweeney in Silverton, 1949 San Juan County Historical Society photo Filming of a scene from “A Ticket to Tomahawk” at the Silverton depot, featuring, with the Emma Sweeney engine in 1949.
140 Years Ago From September 5, 1885 edition of the (Silverton) Democrat-Herald: NEARLY 130 PROSTITUTES IN TOWN.
It’s not a credit to the town, but a fact nevertheless, that nearly 130 prostitutes find a living here. About nine-tenths of them support “tin-horn” gamblers in addition to supporting themselves.
125 Years Ago From September 1, 1900 in 1949. edition of the Silverton Standard: MAJOR WORK O…