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Silver Dollar, The Story of the Tabors by David Karsner

This vintage hardcover book was first published when Baby Doe was still alive in 1932.  Mr. Karsner met the famous lady when she was 67.  He tells the tale of the Tabors, from Horace and Augusta's start in Maine, their scandalous divorce and his marriage to Baby Doe, the rise and fall of the millionaire, details of Horace and Baby Doe's promiscuous daughter -- "Silver Dollar", and finally, to Baby Doe's last days at the cabin at the Matchless Mine. This 386 page hard cover book enlightens the reader with the thoughts and writings of the author in the 1930's. 

Three copies available

Clay Allison - Legend of Cimarron --  by John A. Truett

Clay Allison is a historical figure who never killed a man unless he needed killing. But he was so much more. John A Truett has given the gunslinger Allison new life: he was a soldier, a friend, a lover. He was a young man on the frontier who wanted to contribute positively to a new land. He left a mark on that new land and should not be forgotten. John A. Truett's biograhical novel will insure he is remembered. Used, hardback, collector's item.

Kansas City – An Intimate Portrait by Hallmark Cards

This book is a love song to Hallmark's home city as only Hallmark could sing it. Lavishly illustrated with both color photos and art and early black and whites pictures. Traces the town's history from pioneer times and shows off its contemporary delights. Great gift idea for someone who loves Kansas City.  A beautiful book.  Hardcover.  Copyright, 1973. Used, fair condition, paper book cover is torn.

The Legend of Baby Doe Tabor by John Burke

Baby Doe was called the Silver Queen of Colorado by journalists and "that shameless hussy" by the proper wives of the men who eyed her.  This is the book that the people who work at the Matchless Mine say "is the real truth about Baby Doe." Softback.

Four copies available

The Vanishing American Frontier by Jake Milgram Wien

This book illustrates the paintings and drawings of Bernarda Bryson Shaun who worked for the Public Works of Art Project and later created these beautiful pieces of work for the Resettlement Administration of Franklin Delano Roosenvelt in 1935-1936.  These artworks are a great compliment to the many vintage photos from the same era which are on our website.

Life Magazine, May 11, 1959 - This issue features the pioneer women of the West. In the early female-famished West, pioneer women enjoyed new importance and freedom and - with good works and good times - made a mark on history. Features Baby Doe Tabor, as well as many others. Used, good condition.

Stampede to Timberline - The Ghost Towns and Mining Camps of Colorado by Muriel Wolle

This rare book was written in 1949 and explores over 200 ghost towns and mining communities that the author personally visited in Colorado. As she writes of these old settlements, she also sketches her surroundings, the buildings and the scenery of the area.  The sketches, as well as her vivid descriptions are included in this hardcover 545 page book.

Forgotten Edens by Frans Lanting and Christine K. Eckstrom

Journey to faraway corners of the art for an intimate portrait of some the world's most spectacular wild places. From the steamy rain forests of the Asian tropics to the frigid seas surrounding Antarctica, join photographer Frans Lanting and writer Chris Eckstrom on a natural history odyssey to five diverse and remote wilderness areas that reveal "what nature is capable of on a grand scale." Used/Collectible, very good condition. 

The Worlds Last Mysteries by Reader's Digest

Many world mysteries remain, despite the pace of modern discoveries.  This book delves into the mysteries of the world, some of which have been solved by science and others that remain an enigma as man continues the hunt for truth.  Beautifully illustrated with lots of pictures.  Hardback, published in 1978. Only one copy available.

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Nostalgic Photograph Prints - From our personal Photo Print Shop, you'll find a number of nostalgic photo prints mostly from the early 20th century ranging from gas pumps, to grocery stores, 1920's flappers, model-T's, children, Christmas and a whole lot more.