Monthly Archives: May 2011

Tracing the Trails of Wyoming’s Cattle Industry through the AHC Archives

Posted on May 27, 2011 by ahcadmin

The records of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association held at the AHC form the nucleus of a large body of material documenting animal husbandry in the West. The Association’s stated mission is to advocate for issues related to the cattle industry, … Continue reading →

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Discovering Buffalo Bill – A showcase of AHC collections

Posted on May 27, 2011 by ahcadmin

The American Heritage Center houses several collections documenting the life and work of William F. Cody. “Buffalo Bill” Cody participated in the westward expansion of the United States and helped shape the world’s romantic image of the American frontier. The … Continue reading →

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Harmonic Echoes – Exploring Larry Adler’s Musical Impact

Posted on May 18, 2011 by ahcadmin

Lawrence Cecil “Larry” Adler was born in Baltimore on February 10, 1914 to parents Louis and Sadie. A self-taught harmonica player, he gained worldwide recognition as the musician who brought the instrument to the ‘serious music’ stage. He began playing … Continue reading →

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Frank Meyers Photographs Digitized

Posted on May 13, 2011 by ahcadmin

The AHC has completed a project to digitize over 900 negatives from Rawlins-area photographer Frank Meyers. Frank J. Meyers (1890-1973) purchased the Rawlins photography business of Hugh J. Rogner in 1923. Meyers ran the business for 50 years until his … Continue reading →

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June Knight: A Tale of Resilience and Success

Posted on May 12, 2011 by ahcadmin

Actress, singer and dancer June Knight was born Margaret Rose Vallikett, January 22, 1913 in Los Angeles, California. An only child to parents Holley and Beryl Vallikett, Margaret Rose turned an early handicap into a very successful career. Due to … Continue reading →

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