Vintage Old Truck is a photograph by Robert Bales which was uploaded on October 23rd, 2013.
Vintage Old Truck
Every time I go by the Schellbourne Station a little distance from Eli, Nevada I need to stop and take a look at this old truck. Each year it seems... more
by Robert Bales
Title
Vintage Old Truck
Artist
Robert Bales
Medium
Photograph - Photo
Description
Every time I go by the Schellbourne Station a little distance from Eli, Nevada I need to stop and take a look at this old truck. Each year it seems like it becomes a little more rustic along with the old buildings. The first time I found it a small winch was on the bed, but now you can see it is gone.
Schellbourne was once a Pony Express Station which grew into a mining town of 300. Today it is a very well preserved ghost town on a private ranch.
Schellbourne became a mining camp in 1871 but only after the Schell Creek Station that served both the Pony Express and the Overland Stage both ceased operations thereby eliminating the need for the Schell Creek station. By fall of 1872, Schellbourne had a population of about 100. A townsite was laid out that included five saloons, a Wells-Fargo office, two blacksmith shops, three stores, two restaurants, two lodging houses, and two law firms. During the summer of 1872, the Schellbourne boom reached its peak. Close to 400 residents were crowded onto the flatlands around the old Pony Express station. Schellbournes future looked rosy until rich strikes were made at Cherry Creek, directly across Steptoe Valley. This stifled the Schellbourne boom and drained most of its residents. By 1881, Schellbourne still had a population of 85, most of whom were staying in hopes of a revival of the mines. Unfortunately for the town, the early 1880s ended all serious mining activity forcing virtually all the businesses to leave town. Schellbourne has enjoyed a quiet and serene existence for more than a hundred years. While never abandoned, the town has not had more than 25 residents since the early 1900s. Schellbourne is a must see for the ghost town enthusiast.
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October 23rd, 2013
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Comments (41)
Christopher James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups nominated images by your fellow artist in the Special Features #12 promotion discussion. Please visit and pass on the love to another artist.
HH Photography of Florida
Nominated for a SPECIAL FEATURE in the 1000 Views On 1 Image group, Robert. L/tw
Christopher James
Congratulation.....your wonderful work has been featured in the 1000 Views on 1 Image Group l/f/p
'REA' Gallery
If this old relic could only share its tales! L/F
Robert Bales replied:
Thanks for the comment and I also wish I knew more about it!! Thanks for the LF!!
Reynold Jay
Hi Robert, This one is a gem! You mention the Pony Express and that rang a bell! Ta da! Tammy and the Pony Express is my next book in the Wurtherington Diary Series. We are both retired teachers, too. We have a lot in common. IF you ever want to read a book about my Special Ed teaching experiences, write me and I send you a free copy called, Lean Against the Wind.
Jim Fitzpatrick
Awesome capture, setting and a great car I'd love to have owned "back in the day" when it worked! F/V
Robert Bales replied:
Thanks Jim for the nice comments and I also wished the same !! Thanks for the f/v!!