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The history and trials of community newspapers

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By- Tabatha Stewart Published – February 5, 2021 Special to the Elbert County Tribune The Elbert County Tribune was one of the first newspapers of record in Elbert County, dating back to 1884, when J.B. King published the first edition in the town of Elbert. A... More »

CCC Camp In Elbert Colorado

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In response to the economic chaos, unemployment, and depression felt by the nation in the early 1930s, President Roosevelt created many programs designed to put Americans back to work and to preserve the pride of the workers in their own ability to earn a livi... More »