“All Hell Broke Loose!” – Ellen Neal Part 2
In Ellen Neal, Part 1, we read that Ellen Jackson was born on the Brazos River in Texas in 1864. She grew up in the
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Gisela Became Her Home – Ellen Neal Part 3
In Part 1, Ellen was born on the Brazos River in Texas, survived an attack by the Comanches, married a drifter, then married Will Neal.
Jakes Corner – Where The Stage Stopped
The stagecoach stopped in 1916, and ever since then, parched, hungry and weary travelers have been stopping at Jakes Corner in Gila County. Today it
Exploring the Sierra Ancha Wilderness in Gila County
First established in 1933 as a “Primitive Area,” this 20,850 acre wilderness is full of surprises, and is a pleasure to explore. While not large
Exploring Canyon Creek – Gila County, Arizona
Canyon Creek located in the Mogollon Rim area is one of the best Arizona trout streams. The upper portion of the Canyon Creek lies in
Henry Farrell – Gila County Cowboy
Henry attended school in Gisela from 1903 to 1909. Henry married Myra Odis Collins of Tonto Basin on February 5, 1920. They set up housekeeping
Apache History in The Tonto Basin
The Apaches living in the Tonto Basin area from about 1900 to 1930 were called “renegades” by the U.S. government because they would not live
5 Best Places to Explore in Gila County This Memorial Day Weekend!
In some parts of Arizona, you might feel like it’s summer all throughout the year, but alas, Memorial Day is considered to be the unofficial
Early Saloon’s in Gila County
We want to know what you know about these old time saloons in Gila County! We know a lot of you have a lot of
