Description
Historic documentation of life at the turn of the 19th century created by residents of Colorado Springs, Colorado in 1901 for the citizens of 2001. Under the direction of Louis R. Ehrich, a prominent 19th century businessman, the items were sealed in a chest which was stored in various buildings on the Colorado College campus until the official opening January 1, 2001 at the Charles Leaming Tutt Library. Contents of Ms349, Fd 23, Lighting & heating in Colorado Springs - George Rex Buckman include: 1 6-page, handwritten letter, dated August 3, 1901, titled "Notes on the Lighting and Heating of Colorado Springs," signed by George Rex Buckman, 3 printed billing forms for "The Colorado Springs Light and Power Co." (2) and "The Colorado Springs Electric Co."