Old Glory, Nevada City, California
Photo: Old Glory in Old Cemetery, Nevada City, CaliforniaIn my blog post a few days ago I pondered if most people are forgotten after their closest loved ones have passed. Well it didn't me take long to find one case of where the person hadn't been forgotten. From reading his grave marker, I believe this man's name was James Kitts and probably served in the U.S. military during the Mexican-American War. In addition to being a veteran, Mr. Kitts was a carpenter, bridge builder, gold prospector, hotel keeper, and stock broker during his lifetime. No date was provided on his tombstone though upon further research, I believe he may have died in 1901. Next to him is his 1st? wife, Eliza, who was buried in 1871.
Labels: California, Gold Country, historical subjects, images, photos, pictures, travel
posted by Richard @ 3:33 PM
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Its very sad to travel to a cemetery and see unkept graves, but its also nice when someone takes the time to visit and keep it clean. Especially one that is that old!
Thanks Bernie. Something about cemeteries always put me in a contemplative mood. Particularly the graves that look like they hadn't been visited in years.
In addition to being a veteran, Mr. Kitts was a carpenter, bridge builder, gold prospector, hotel keeper, and stock broker during his lifetime.
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