Are you familiar with the California Gold Rush? This unforgettable time in the old west began in 1848. It attracted people from all over the world to try digging up some gold.
The women you see in the photo took part in the search for gold and brought their husbands along with them.
Bob’s Saloon
One of the most popular establishments located in Jordan Montana was Bob’s Saloon. In this photo, we see a group of cowboys just taking a breather outside the saloon in 1904. The photo was taken by LA Huffman.
The owner, Robert Leavitt, was a cowboy too and was also one of the first settlers in Jordan.
Old Tasacosa, Northern Texas
In this photo, we see a bunch of cowboys enjoying a drink and a quick chat with the bartender at the Saloon. This was in the year 1907 in Old Tasacosa, Northern Texas.
Saloons were open 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week. People went there to let off some steam and relax.
Big Nose Kate
Did you know that there were also quite a few outlaws back in the old west that was female gunslingers? Yup!
Let’s take Big Nose Kate, for example, she wasn’t just an outlaw but she was also Doc Holliday’s wife. She helped him escape from jail by setting the entire establishment on fire.
Fannie Porter
Laura Bullion, who is shown in the photo, was a Wild Bunch Member and has even been said to have worked at the brothel for a certain time frame.
Another woman, Porter, was an ex-prostitute but she was also respected by many criminals for her sincere and warm attitude.