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Tombstone... a brief history... Deep in the southeastern corner of Az is a historic gem. Known as " The Town Too Tough T o Die"... This was a time of the wild west silver boom. It's mines produced around $85 million worth of silver. At it's peak Tombstone was the fastest growing city between St. Louis and San Francisco. There were over 100 saloons, numerous restaurants, and a large red-light district. In addition t o schools, churches and newspapers... Tombstone is home t o about 1,500 year-round-residents. Which does surprise people... Beside the pictures that follow, seeing it in person is like taking a step back in history... Here are a few facts... ~ Tombstone's post office was established December 2nd, 1878 and has yet t o be discontinued... ~ One of the first public swimming pools in Az was established in Tombstone. And is still in use today... ~ Most famous event... Gunfight at the OK Corral. Which actually happened in a vacant lot on Fremont Street. On October 26, 1881, members of the "Cowboys" had a run in with three of the Earp brothers Wyatt, Virgil, and Morgan. 24 seconds and 30 shots later three from the "Cowboys" were mortally wounded. And t o this day many think that event has kept Tombstone alive all these years... ~ Sirens were used as a way t o mark the beginning of a new shift for the miners. After "The Gunfight" sirens went off, and miners poured into the street, armed and ready t o protect the city... ~ During this time period saloons were open 24 hours a day in Tombstone. There were several which could be quite decadent with all the different types of alcohol sold. Even one saloon even bragging about piano and violin concerts every night... pac has been there several times. But still enjoyed hearing about new facts... What a town it was in it's heyday!          ~ Physical strength is measured by what we carry. Inner strength is measured by what we can bear. ~ |
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Hope you enjoy some history today...  ~ Physical strength is measured by what we carry. Inner strength is measured by what we can bear. ~
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4/4/2022 10:04 am |
I was in southern California for some time. I wish I had made the car trip to Arizona and Tombstone.
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Fact and fiction has always been debated about events in Tombstone. It all depended on whose side you believe
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awesome! always loved old whorehouse pictures—each one tells a story.
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No Doc Holiday
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That was great, thanks.
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So much history, thank you!!
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Thank you! I love history. Those whore house rules! hilarious!! Beautiful woman. and someone should dust that whore house room! 
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Thanks for the most enlightening information. I've always wanted to visit Tombstone, possibly during hummingbird migration season. Not too long ago, I read a short bio of Wyatt Earp. What was most impressive was the number of different jobs he had over is life. Rancher, saloonkeeper, lawman, etc..... Most interesting was the description of how the Earp Brothers beat up the infamous Beef Jerky Gang, despite the latter's reputation for being "mighty tough."
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My pleasure...and I just cannot resist the chance to make the "beef jerky gang" joke, corny as it may be.
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Whore House Rules Clean Beds Full Price-Soiled Beds 1/2 Price 
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Thought maybe not mentioned because history books lied (a first right) and found the truth while there and shared
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great pics Pac the west was very wild back in the day mining towns had very few women in them the Law wasn’t present much either I luv the whore rules list Wyatt Earp & his Bros brought law & order to the town all cowboys had to check their guns in when entering town & only got them back when leaving the fight was against the Clanton Bros McLaury Bros & Claiborne vs 3 Earp Bros & Doc Holliday a gambler & gunslinger it’s on my bucket list to visit someday!
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The room looks cozy. I like the stove & the wash basin. The whore poster is great. Fave
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Thanks for the post Pac. Fun facts
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4/5/2022 12:02 am |
Thank you loved this post great pictures xxx
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pac I really love posts like this !  If ever I have the time , I would love to visit towns like Tombstone and Deadwood Thank you for the history A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing. George Bernard Shaw Jenny
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