In Old Mexico 1879-1880. Reminiscences Of Judge O. W. Williams, Fort Stockton, Texas

O. W. WLLIAMS

Publication: Privately printed, nd, NP, ND

Typed Manuscript. 23pp. A very interesting and informative account of Williams' experiences in New Mexico and Texas in 1879-1883. This work is incomplete and unfortunately, is of unknown origin to us. It was found among some papers owned by New Mexico bookseller, Lawrence Gay, who had promoted the publication of a group of writings by Judge O. W. Williams in 1966, under the title of PIONEER SURVEYOR, FRONTIER LAWYER, THE PERSONAL NARRATIVE OF O. W. WILLIAMS, 1877-1902, published by Texas Western College of The University of Texas. As he relates his personal experiences, Williams also relates much regarding the recent history of southern and southwestern New Mexico. Tascosa, Santa Fe, Silver City, Shakespeare, El Paso, as well as forts Concho, Stockton, Davis, and Cummings are among those about which Williams relates his experiences. Additionally, Billy The Kid, Gov. Lew Wallace, Kit Carson, Emmett Mills, W. W. Mills, and Anson Mills are among the numerous individuals about which Williams shares information. Wish we knew more about this account. Comprised of 24 - 8.5"x11" sheets, in very good to near fine condition. Remnant of a rusty paper clip to top edge of title page.

Inventory Number: 50324