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George Schweigert for Colorado Reflections
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Identifier: couda-schweigert
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George Schweigert, born and raised in Colorado, reflects on his childhood in Westcliffe and Canon City. Reflects on selling candy to miners at coal mines, playing the wild burros that came to his family's yard, living near the penitentiary and his interactions with prisoners, and his memories of silver mining and prospecting. Discusses his father, who was an attorney and county judge that specialized in water rights and disputes. Reflects on his love of fishing and how the art of fishing has...
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William Cody for Colorado Reflections
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Identifier: couda-cody
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Dr. William Cody describes his early childhood living near Washington Park and describes childhood activities including ice skating, fishing for crawdads (crayfish), swimming, and playing "cowboys and Indians." Recalls his prom being held at Elitch Gardens. Discusses his memories of the Great Depression and his family losing their home. William Cody also reflects on his career as a dentist in Colorado.
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