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Show IFesaitimre THE SAMPLER Thursday, November 4. 19ft 2 ' w. ' 'r . a .W. ry rf- ': ," ' .. .'V ' ' '.-- , . ; ' X :rv - ' ' s - ' 4- .v ? x Si 7.r-- j-' ..xXv.jf a, ' I . 1 jr ,, ft ' X V x " ,. t - -- ; J VV A - ' ' I, v 4TK' - ai - Oi 'Vt N.--- '.vV s - .1 '?, - -' J V- - - v . vv.. i vy.. ; i ,' ; -- . - . v . -- :' . A jA V f , ; V,. .A.-- y , - ? 1 Vs i SGT' DANIEL PEREZ gets height and weight together on David Nelson to help complete his ident - a -seal card. X Xfv,'-".Wi , : V ". v v H 'V ' n. ' "s;i;V "-'. A. " I ' '. t-'-- i St i -- . ; ; .,. . .' 1.:, . vk. 'J - v '. . program here at Dugway a couple of weeks ago. One of the major concerns in a kidnapping case is being able to accurately identify the victim to ' law enforcement authorities so they can get on the trail of the kidnapper as soon as possible. . Story and photos by Ronald Bearclaw Taylor roid color photo of the child to the card and impressions of the child's fingerprints. The card was then given to the ' parents to maintain, with, other important papers, and a suggestion sheet on how to keep the card current was attached to it. In cooperation with Principal Claude Segura of Dugway Elementary School, SSG Duvall and his staff of helpers, SGT Daniel G. Perez, PFC Richard S. Lambert and Mrs. Linda Gann other . s5r t the w j THIS OLD TREE Near spring on Orr Ranch. 4 ' a 1 fc - PAINT SPECIAL shade and peaceful atmosphere. The nearby spring provided cool refreshment for those desiring to quench their thirst in this land of desolation, coyotes and cactus. If this tree could only talk, it might tell of the rumors or legends that have surrounded it these many years. One in particular of which involves the robbing of the Bank at Winnemucca, Nevada in 1901 by B.utch Cassidys Wild Bunch. Escaping pursuing posses by crossing the Great Salt Desert, Cassidy and his bunch ventured into the Skull Valley itself and stopped at the old tree. The time ;n fr J i r.1 UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT! Gary & Maxine Asay 882-34- 82 c 4 .! Open: MonSaL 10 to 8 Closed Sunday - times, its The tree has also provided a home for many varities of birds that nest in the area including the Bald Eagle, its nest better visible in the branches when looking up from the base of the tree. Other wildlife often stop now and then to escape the heat SSG ROBERT DUVALL helps' 3- year -old David Nelson get a good card at the ID and fingerprint impression on his ident-a-seRegistration Office. al old family ice house, which housed blocks of ice cut from frozen ponds and creeks during the winter and stored for summer use. Also an early period house sets near the present one and shows us the development of the valley's progress anti architecture in more recent years. Family stories brought to surface tales of Cassidys Wild Bunch camping near the old tree. comfort and refreshment to the Indian people whos very existence depended on the earths life giving water. Also the generations of wild horses that continue to roam the area stopping to drink and might have all but disappeared today had there not been a spring to count on during times with little or no water. A visit to the old tree today is ' only as interesting as you make it. Some Indian signs have been . shared a pot of coffee without being easily recognized at the Orr Ranch., Whether he did or not is not known. It is just , another part of the rumor of legend. . The Orr Ranch also served as the last stopping-of- f point bp-fo- re crossing the Great Salt Desert. Meals and water were often obtained by those willing to tackle the hard crossing. And in later years, travelers would stop for food, lodging and gasoline before found in the vicinity of the life-giving spring, which bring to light some of its history. Think as you walk around. This is where the wild bunch once camped and tradera once stood. Trappers like Kit Carson and old Jed Smith. . During that period of time, Cassidy would have been a much older man and could of easily purchased supplies, obtained directions or just , Your visit to the old tree and spring would not be complete without first visiting the old Orr Ranch nearby. This should be on your list of things to do, since it would be a good idea anyway to , stop here first and obtain permission before going out to the old tree because of its location on private land and the presence of livestock also in the area. The old Orr Ranch itself is unique for on it sets one of the early cabins of the valley during the 1870's. Built by Matthew Orr, it is standing in a remarkable state of preservation to remind us of the struggles and hardships our early forefathers had to face taming this frontier.- fiB Also in the immediate area is the even during the times of drought. It is good to know that this tree and spring provided after so many years and hopeful-- . ly will continue' for many more. It has survived the wood choppers axe and although hit by many for the years been dug out and enlarged, it has continued to bubble forth When one closely examines the tree today, no visible sign remains' of the 44 shell casing. Maybe removed by some passerby or just covered up by the growth of time, or then again, maybe it is just a rumor or lightning A, "yi lone tree ha in more recent . liquid into a nearby depression. Somewhat swampy and hidden by growing reeds and tall grass, the spring was often at times dif-- : ficult to find. During their stay, one of the outlaws, maybe even old Butch himself, pounded an empty 44 shell casing into the trunk of the tree about chest high facing in the direction of the spring. Why the casing was placed is not exactly known, but speculation has it that maybe it was to show the direction of the spring or then it could have been a way to pass the time. scourched branches have yielded forth new color each spring. . . . V of the day including deer, antelope, rabbit, porcupine and an occasional snake or two. The Indians of the area often depend on this spring for many times the springs they were accustomed to visiting would dry up. Although the spring by this The outlaws are since gone, but the tree continues to stand ? A X . legend. :.J 'XL . , . 'A A.iU ti'rf. community. As a parent of two of the 280 kid I'd like to add my thanks to SSG Duvall and his staff for adding a special glow to the MP shield here at Dugway. bled forth its life sustaining pincic have stoped here to enjoy K on Ioiigsoiiig oldl Tlhistt campfire was seen at the nearby Orr Ranch, but at least one night was shared dividing up the loot and getting some hard earned rest and refreshment The horses themselves could not have made it much further without having first had water and feed. The spring to during that particular time was small and bub- s, - .s the community they spent ther is not known, nor miners, trappers, Indians, pioneers, homesteaders, outlaws and the like or just your everyday person out for a ir'- - be whether the light from their Freighters, cattle and horse bronc-buster- could blood type and a recent sm'all photograph that can be affixed to the card. With the parents cooperation in bringing in the' photos, where possible, Duvall estimates that nestled beneath its branches as far back as the early i870s. wranglers, sheepherders, . bring with them the childs shade for the many that have X children registered. In all, so far, 280 children have had the cards prepared on them and SSG Duvall says parents of those he missed may come in any(time during normal office hours and have the cards prepared. Parents are requested to branches still reaching skyward for well over a hundred years now. It is not exactly known when the tree was first planted, but this single tree has provided Dugways main gate. The tree is - v with printing and film costs, the program cost about $500 or less than 50c per child to administer. A small price indeed for the security of a child. Im definitely glad we were able to do this, Duvall stated. This way the parents will always have something to help the authorities,, even if their child just gets lost. We have to look out for our kids, after all . . . thats our job, he added. he closed the converstaion by paraphrasing the MP motto Of Another day was set aside, of the old Orr Ranch, its tree on your way traveling through Skull Valley. It stands out alone about 3 miles from . w this time a Friday which is not normally a work day, when located within the property line You might have seen this old . - spent two days at the school preparing the cards on those children whose parents had consented to the procedure. Exploring! Skull Vsiliy V- - '., - Dugways kids kidnap-pro- of child and its parents, height, weight, etc., then affixed a Pola- agencies and the Provost Marshall, SSG Duvall initiated an ; yv- - J- . tinent information about the Working with several state I v, Since many children are too young to carry such identification, a method had to be devised to do so. SSG Duvall modified the standard fingerprint card with per- Kidnapping of children is in the news and on the rise in Utah, and Dugway parents like those worldwide are justifiably concerned about it. SSG Robert G. Duvall, NCOIC of the ID & Registration Branch of the Provost Marshall's Office was more than just concerned . . . he wanted to get involved. al I, helps by SSG Phil Hale Ident-A-Se- , ' ' "'''& Scott as Mrs. Linda Gann makes sure the prints are good the first time Ident-A-Se-al -f x s X RUTH NELSON HOLDS rfft - . crossing the desert track of the Lincoln Highway. Miners from surrounding mountain ranges would also stop to rest before continuing on their way. And even old Porter Rockwell would venture into the area, stopping briefly to water captured wild mustangs and fill canteens. This area has much to offer. The history is inviting and fascinating. Why not try to get out and experience some of it. And if you are out in the area, please try and take that, little extra time and close the gates. A special thanks to Shirley for her hospitality and information on the old Orr Ranch. Editors Note: Ronald Bearclaw Tayloi joined the Dugway Fire Depart-jnen- t in January of this He is a native of Salt Lakeyear. City, a veteran of six years in the U.S. Navy. , Part Sioux Indian, Taylor has vIoped an interest in the Indian history and mining history of this area. As a youngster he was told stories of his Brand-fathtrading horses with Butch Cassity and the Wild Bunch. Later he was able to prove those stories were true. Taylor has promised further feature stories for the Sampler and history and lore of this area. er . and-qerv- es - f L Cabin buiii py Matthew Orr, oniXorrRanfA around the 1870s. V Jpj, |