From 1898 Territorial New Mexico...
Item # 717660
February 19, 1898
LAS VEGAS DAILY OPTIC, New Mexico (Territory), Feb. 19, 1898
* Very early for this state
An uncommon territorial newspaper from 14 years before statehood
Four pages, large folio size, edge tears & some edge chipping, very fragile & must be handled very carefully.
AI notes: The city is known for its rich history, with over 900 historic buildings, including Victorian homes, Old West saloons, and a Carnegie library. It has two main areas: Old Town, centered around the original Spanish plaza, and New Town, developed after the railroad arrived. Las Vegas was once a hotspot for outlaws, lawmen, and even celebrities—Doc Holliday, Billy the Kid, and Teddy Roosevelt all passed through. Today, it retains much of its old charm, and serves as a hub for tourism, education and filmmaking, thanks to its preserved historic look.
* Very early for this state
An uncommon territorial newspaper from 14 years before statehood
Four pages, large folio size, edge tears & some edge chipping, very fragile & must be handled very carefully.
AI notes: The city is known for its rich history, with over 900 historic buildings, including Victorian homes, Old West saloons, and a Carnegie library. It has two main areas: Old Town, centered around the original Spanish plaza, and New Town, developed after the railroad arrived. Las Vegas was once a hotspot for outlaws, lawmen, and even celebrities—Doc Holliday, Billy the Kid, and Teddy Roosevelt all passed through. Today, it retains much of its old charm, and serves as a hub for tourism, education and filmmaking, thanks to its preserved historic look.
Category: The Old West
