July 2013 Newsletter

P i on e e r s’ Ce m e t e r y A s s oc i a t i on
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Inside this issue:
Author’s Corner
“Research, Inventory, Preserve”
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AUTHOR’S CORNER - PATRICK
GRADY
Our featured author this month is Patrick Grady, a
local Arizona historian and professor. He has
authored several books on the places and history of
Arizona….. (p. 2)
Mattie Earp
PCA Adventures
Did You Know?
MATTIE EARP
Join thePCA
Volunteer Application
Upcoming Events
Two True West articles on the life and times of Mattie
Earp reveal some interesting facts about this hardy,
pioneer woman ….. (p.3-4)
P I O N E E R C O N C L AV E A N D
ARCHAEOLOGIAL EXPO
Find out about some interesting workshops and
trainings that PCA has engaged in to better serve
the community…..(p.5)
Brad Hall
Smurthwaite House
1317 W Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
PCA Mailing Address:
PO Box 63342
Phoenix, AZ 85082
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AUT H O R’S C O RN E R-P AT RI CK G RA DY
Did You Know?
According to the National
Climatic Data Center,
Phoenix has sunshine
more often than any other
major metropolitan area in
the U.S. The sun shines in
Phoenix 85 percent of the
time during the day on
average.
Phoenix has an average
annual rainfall of 7.7
inches. It also has an
average annual
temperature of 72.6 The
summers , however, are
quite hot with a record
high recorded one year of
122 degrees!
The emergence of towns on the western frontier was the harbinger of advancing civilization. The pioneer experience was a
daunting challenge in the middle of the Sonoran Desert along
the Salt River. Yet, out of the ruins of the Hohokam civilization,
the early pioneers of Phoenix created an agricultural oasis in a
few short years.
OUT OF THE RUINS chronicles in depth for the first time the
many dimensions of life in frontier Phoenix, from its founding in
1867 to incorporation in 1881. Readers will meet fascinating
characters as Jack Swilling, John Alsap, Jesus Otero and William
Hancock. The love story of George and Aggie Loring, as captured in their family letters, is timeless. Gunfights and lynchings
were a part of town life.
From the merchants of Washington Street to homesteaders along the canals; from County
Sheriffs to the first City Marshall, Enrique Garfias - this is the story of how Mexican and
Anglo settlers, men and women, created this desert town through persistence, perseverance, sacrifice, hard work and leadership. These stories provide us with a valuable
perspective on frontier life in the desert. The book is available for purchase at the PCA for
$20.00.
About the Author: Patrick Grady is an author/historian. He has an M.A. and Ph.D. work in
urban history from Kent State University. Patrick serves on the Board of the Cave Creek
Museum. His first book, Homesteading Along the Creek, published in 2009, profiled the
pioneer ranching families who settled along Cave Creek from 1890-1940. His third book,
Cave Creek and Carefree, a collaboration with the Museum, will be released in October,
2013 by Arcadia Publishing and their Images of America series.
W E L OV E W R I T E R S !
If you have an interesting story to contribute, or would like to offer some anecdotes from
the past, please feel free to contact the editor at the following email:
Val Wilson: [email protected]
Please inform the editor of your content, and your references of said content. We are accepting volunteer writers only. Content must be owned by you with no copyright restrictions, and must be allowable to publish in a not- for-profit newsletter and website.
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T RU E W E S T - H I S T O R I C A L F I G U R E S C O M E
TO
LIFE
The PCA was given the distinct privilege of being able to republish two stories that were featured in True West magazine,
as the PCA itself was mentioned in them. Thanks to True West, and the authors Bob Boze Bell and Vince Murray, who
have allowed us to republish them here. To see more of these articles, visit True West at http://truewestmagazine.com.
Left: Sharing PCA News in the Dining Area
Center: Visiting in the Parlor
Right: Delicious Treats!
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P I O N E E R C O N C L AV E 2 0 1 3
The PCA recently invested in five members attending the annual Pioneer Conclave,
sponsored by Arizona Historical Society, at Pioneer Living History Farm. Those attending on May 3, 2013, were Debe Branning, Paulette Gehlker, Sally Pavia, Valleri Wilson
and Bob Cox. The five enjoyed about six hours of conversation, informal lectures and
exchanges about numerous topics of benefit to non-profit historical organizations.
Those in attendance were from all over Arizona, all heavily involved in their respective
organizations, as well as several paid and volunteer staff of AHS.
Topics included administering a historical non-profit, fundraising, recruiting and effectively using volunteers, forming partnerships with government, agencies, businesses
and the community, as well as the broad support offered historical non-profits by AHS.
A few specifics:
- a museum should have liability insurance and a conflict of interest section in the By-Laws
- many businesses, casinos, and government entities must donate a portion of their annual budget – ASK FOR THE
MONEY
- include your facility on the route of tour companies and hold “history tours” (e.g., historic Arizona cemeteries)
- find similar goals and curriculum for partnering with universities, museums, businesses and agencies, schools and
youth groups,
- ask specific, targeted people to be members or Board Officers
- take full advantage of the many resources, staff and website of Arizona Historical Society
- attend the annual AHS Convention for workshops and grant support, for example.
Bob Cox, who is PCA Secretary, has four pages of notes taken at the Conclave to be distributed to the PCA Board of Directors and available for the asking.
Article by Box Cox
ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXPO 2013
On March 16, 2013, PCA members Dean Isaac, Patty Gault and Bob
Cox “manned” the PCA tent at the annual Archaeological Expo held
this year at Agua Fria National Monument, several miles east of I-17
on Bloody Basin Road. The event offers numerous fun and instructive archeological and historical attractions for history buffs of all
ages, and is sponsored by Arizona State Parks and SHPO. From
around the state several dozen parks, museums, historical businesses and societies set up tents and displays; the weather was
conducive to great crowds, even that far from central Phoenix.
It was estimated some 700 people were milling about the Horseshoe Ranch grounds throughout the midday. PCA was fortunate to
have many people stop by, most providing their contact information
and interest in our Mission, sales at the “mini-Gift Shop” were brisk,
a Cox Communication employee visited with PCA and immediately
offered a crew for volunteer work (Cementerio Lindo), and many
other beneficial contacts were made. Other PCA members drove up
to the event for fun, too. Very successful, this second consecutive
year of PCA participation.”
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Article and Photo: Bob Cox
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JOIN THE PCA!
MEMBERSHIP FORM
NAME(S)___________________________________ PHONE__________________________________
ADDRESS____________________________________________________________________________
CITY_______________________________________STATE_____ ZIP____________________________
EMAIL_______________________________________________________________________________
Membership Categories:
Individual $20___, Family $25____
Organization or Sustaining $50____
Sponsoring
$100-$199____
Monument Level
$200-$499____
Mausoleum Level
$500-$1000____
.
Come Volunteer with the PCA!
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WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
Please print, complete, and send to the PCA. Current members included.
Pioneers' Cemetery Association
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY APPLICATION
Name: _______________________________
Address: ______________________________
_____________________________________
_____________________________________
Home Ph # ____________________________
Email Address: _________________________
Date: ________________________________________
Date of Birth: _________________________________
Cell Ph # _____________________________________
Other Contact Info: _____________________________
1. Number of Hours/Week Willing to Volunteer Your Time: ________________
2. Days of Week You are Available:
Sun M T W TH F Sat (Circle One or More)
3. How did you hear about Pioneers' Cemetery Association? _______________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
4. What Volunteer Activities Interest You? (Check as many as you like):
___ Cemetery Tour Leader - Weekends, Holidays, Weekdays (circle one or more)
___ Research: Pioneers' Biographies, Archival newspaper obits, Burial Documents, PCA History, Other
___ Writer of brief biographies of our interred pioneers from the collected data in their files at PCA
___ Inventory of Arizona Historic Cemeteries (IAHC) or research of historic Arizona cemeteries
___ Events Committee (Publicity, Prep, Set-up, Tear-down) and/or Re-Enactor for History Walks
___ Newsletter Contributor, Writer, Distribution
___ Website Assistant
___ Contact Person with other Arizona Historic Cemeteries
___ Contact Person with Groups Representing Pioneers Buried at PMMP/Cementerio Lindo
___ Community and Descendant Family Outreach
___ Membership Drive Chairperson and New Member Coordinator
___ Creator and Coordinator of PCA Docent Training Program
___ Memorial Day Observance Chairperson or Committee (circle one or both)
___ Youth Coordinator - Schools, Boy & Girl Scouts, YMCA/YWCA, Boys & Girls Clubs, Other
___ Coordinator with Universities & Colleges
___ Coordinator with Arizona Archaeological Society, Arizona Historical Society, State Historic Preservation Office, Pueblo
Grande, Heritage Square/Rosson House, Tovrea Castle, other Az history organizations
___ Coordinator with Phoenix Parks Foundation
___ Fundraising and/or Coordinator of Fundraising
___ Coordinator with local government - City, County, State
___ Grant Writing & Solicitation
___ Cleaning & Trash Pick-up for Smurthwaite House, PMMP and Cementerio Lindo
___ Donation of Vintage Items to Smurthwaite House
___ Organizing PCA's Collections in Storage
___ Librarian
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201 3 P C A Of fi c er s
First Vice President
Sterling Foster
Second Vice
President:
Frank Barrios
Treasurer:
Diane Sumrall
Secretary:
Bob Cox
Historian:
Denise Foster
The mission of the Pioneers’ Cemetery Association (PCA) is to research, preserve, and protect the history and physical remains of Arizona pioneers as
exemplified and in the early, historic-period cemeteries of the state.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Phone: 602-534-1262
Email:
[email protected]
Thursday,
August 8th, and
September 12th
Monthly meeting with Parks and Rec personnel at
9:30 AM. Open house from 10 AM to 2 PM; Tour the
cemeteries and visit historic Smurthwaite House. Donations gratefully accepted.
When: 10 AM to 2 PM
Where: Smurthwaite
House at 1317 W. Jefferson in Phoenix
www.azHistCemeteries.org
Saturday,
October 12th
Dining Among the Dead—dinner and entertainment
to support the restoration of headstones. Buy your
ticket before they sell out! Contact the PCA for more
information.
When: TBA
Where: Smurthwaite
House at 1317 W. Jefferson in Phoenix
Event Table by Donna Carr
All cartoons are from Brad Hall of www.bradhallart.com
All other photos are the property of the PCA