Ora Chatfield & Charles Shaw

FAMILY LINE AND HISTORY

Ora Lovina Chatfield
2nd of 9 children of Clark Samuel Chatfield, Sr. & Mary Elizabeth Morrow
Born: Jul 19, 1873, Tecumseh, Johnson Co., Nebraska
Died: Jul 24, 1936 (age 63), Los Angeles Co., California
Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., California
Occupation: Milliner, dressmaker, storekeeper, County Dept Treasurer, Big Horn Co., Wyoming
Avocation: Singer
Service: President of Basin’s Woman’s Club and the Big Horn County Library Association
Eloped: May 1889 (nearly 16), with her cousin, Clara Dietrich (age 26), the postmistress and general storekeeper of Emma, Eagle Co., Colorado
Married: Aug 31, 1898, Charles Elliott Shaw, Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming
Separated: 1919, from Charles Elliott Shaw; in the 1920 census Ora is in Los Angeles and Charles is in Salt Lake City
Divorced: Nov 19, 1920, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming
One child: Charles Elliott Shaw, Jr.

Charles Elliott Shaw
Son of Andrew Jackson Shaw & Emiline “Emma” Baird
Born: May 23, 1859, Keokuk, Lee Co., Iowa
Died: May 18, 1932 (age 72), Los Angeles Co., California
Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., California
Occupation: Farmer and stockman in Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming
Politics: Member of House (Republican) 6th Legislature, State of Wyoming representing Big Horn Co.; Water Commission for Redbank, District #3, Wyoming (1901-1902), Mayor of Tensleep
Married (1): Aug 31, 1898, Ora Lovina Chatfield, Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming
Separated: 1919, from Ora Lovina Chatfield; in the 1920 census Ora is in Los Angeles and Charles is in Salt Lake City
Divorced: Nov 19, 1920, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming
One child: Charles Elliott Shaw, Jr.
Married (2): Jun 28, 1925, Mable Amelia (Butlin) Mcdonald (age 50, a widow), Farmington, Davis Co., Utah

1. Charles Elliott “Elliott” Shaw, Jr.
Only child of Charles Elliott Shaw, Sr. & Ora Lovina Chatfield
Born: Oct 13, 1899, Spring Creek, Big Horn Co., Wyoming
Died: Feb 22, 1973 (age 73), Montebello, Los Angeles Co., California
Buried: Forest Lawn Cemetery in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., California
Married (1): Dec 7, 1919, Gladys Forbes Simonds, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming
Married (2): 1925, Sophia May “Sophie” Wall
One child: Charles Elliott “Mike” Shaw, III

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Timeline and Records

Nine children of Clark Samuel Chatfield, Sr. & Mary Elizabeth Morrow:
1. Della Chatfield
1872 – 1919 (m. Elmer Ellsworth Chatfield)
2. Ora Lovina Chatfield
1873 – 1936 (m. Charles Elliot Shaw)
3. Clark Samuel Chatfield, Jr.
1876 – 1944 (m.1. Ida Ernestine Hyatt, m.2. Madge Rosa)
4. Arthur William Chatfield
1878 – 1959 (m. Ada B. Miller)
5. Willard James Chatfield
1880 – 1900
6. Mabel Clair Chatfield
1883 – 1960 (m. George Reuben Sawyer)
7. Jacquelin(e) Chatfield
1886 – 1964 (m. James Frederick Mallon)
8. Levi Tomlinson “Lee” Chatfield
1889 – 1949 (m. Martha W. Banning)
9. Marjorie Emma Chatfield
1893 – 1983 (m. Thomas Mitchel Tuck)

Only child of Andrew Jackson Shaw & Emiline “Emma” Baird
1. Charles Elliott Shaw
1899 – 1973 (m.1 Ora Lovina Chatfield, m.2 Mabel Amelia (Butlin) McDonald)

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May 23, 1859: Birth of  Charles Elliott Shaw, the only child of Andrew Jackson Shaw & Emiline “Emma” Baird, in Keokuk, Lee Co., Iowa

Aug 10, 1870: Federal Census for Cedar Township, Lee Co., Iowa:
Name: A J Shaw
Age in 1870: 39
Birth Date: abt 1831
Birthplace: Ohio
Home in 1870: Cedar, Lee, Iowa
Race: White
Gender: Male
Post Office: Big Mound
Occupation: Farmer
Male Citizen Over 21: Yes
Personal Estate Value: 640
Inferred Spouse: Emma Shaw
Inferred Children: Charles Shaw
Household Members (Name) Age:
Shaw, A J: head, age 39, farmer, born Ohio
Shaw, Emma: wife, age 34, keeps house, born Ohio
Shaw, Charles: son, age 11, born Iowa
Mack, Angie: age 16, housekeeper, born Iowa
Kay, Francis: age 54, blacksmith, born England

Jul 19, 1873: Birth of Ora Lovina Chatfield, 2nd of 9 children of Clark Samuel Chatfield & Mary Elizabeth Morrow in Tecumseh, Johnson Co., Nebraska

Aug 1, 1876: Colorado gains statehood
Colorado entered the Union on August 1, 1876, the year the United States celebrated its centennial. Thus, the thirty-eighth state is known as the Centennial State. The Territory of Colorado was an organized territory of the United States that existed between 1861 and 1876. Its boundaries were identical to the current State of Colorado. The territory ceased to exist when Colorado was admitted to the Union.

Jun 11, 1880: Federal Census for Littleton, Arapahoe Co., Colorado:
Chatfield, C.S.: age 39, married, rancher, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
Chatfield, Marey: age 29, wife, housekeeping, born Illinois, father born Illinois, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Ida: age 13, daughter, at school, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Della: age 8, daughter, at home, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Ora: age 7, daughter, at home, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Clark S.: age 8 (3), son, at home, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Arthur: age 1, son, at home, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois

Nov 3, 1883: Aspen Weekly Times, Aspen, Pitkin Co., Colorado (pg 4):
Our Public School
In Mr. Hinchey’s room, Della Smith, Martin Collins, Fanny Davy and Ora Chatfield won the prize (for attendance) consisting of a free subscription to THE ASPEN TIMES for one year to each pupil named.
Note: Ora is age 10.

Jul 12, 1884: Aspen Weekly Times, Aspen, Pitkin Co., Colorado (pg 4):
Misses. Della and Ora Chatfield spent the Fourth and several days of this week visiting friends in Aspen.
Note: Della (age 14) and Ora (who turned 11 on July 19) are sisters.

Jun 1, 1885: Colorado State Census for Eagle Co., Colorado: (preprinted date of Jun 1, 1885):
Chatfield, C P: age 44, married, rancher, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio (note: C.S.)
Chatfield, M E: age 35, wife, housekeeper, born Illinois, father born Illinois, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Ida: age 18, daughter, at school, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Della: age 13, daughter, at school, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Ora: age 12, daughter, at school, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Clark S.: age 9, son, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Arthur: age 8, son, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Willard: age 4, son, born Colorado, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Chatfield, Mable: age 1, daughter, born Colorado, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Note: Census year begins Jun 1, 1884 and ends May 31, 1885, not known actual date census taken.

Jan 9, 1887: Ora Chatfield signs in her cousin Jacqueline Chatfield’s autograph book:

Note: Ora Chatfield (daughter of Clark S. Chatfield, Sr.) is age 13. Jacqueline Chatfield, pictured, (daughter of Isaac Willard Chatfield) is 19.

Oct 27, 1887: View of a large crowd of people standing on the railroad tracks waiting for the first locomotive (Denver & Rio Grande) to reach Aspen (near Smuggler Mountain), Pitkin Co., Colorado. Handwritten on back of photo print: “Lizzie Halfmeister, Ora Chatfield, Cora Combs.” Not known which are the three girls, but most likely the ones in front.

Note: The three girls are listed in the 1885 census: Lizzie Halfmeister (may be Eliza Heafmaster, now age 13) Ora Chatfield (now age 14), and Cora Combs (now age 16).
Picture Source: History of the American West. 1860-1920: Photographs from the Collection of the Denver Public Library; Reproduction # X-6240

1880: Aspen (formerly named Ute City) began as a silver camp.
1883: Emma began as a railroad town on Roaring Fork between Glenwood and Aspen.
1890: Aspen Junction, renamed Basalt (aka Frying Pan City) is on the border of Eagle and Pitkin Counties at the confluence of the Fryingpan and Roaring Fork rivers. It was a supply town for the Colorado Midland Railway. Burned in 1892, 1898, and 1900.
Source: Pitkin County GenWeb project

May 1889: Ora Lovina Chatfield elopes with her older cousin, Clara Dietrich. They both reside in Emma, Pitkin Co., Colorado. Ora (age 15) is the 2nd daughter of Clark S. Chatfield, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Morrow; Clara (age 26) is the niece of Eliza Ann (Harrington) Chatfield, Isaac Willard Chatfield’s wife. The parents of Clara Dietrich/Dietrick/Detrick (born May 2, 1863, Leon, Decatur, Iowa) are Andrew Joseph Dietrich & Susannah M. “Susan” Harrington. Susan is a sister of Eliza Harrington. Clara Dietrich is a niece of I.W. (Isaac Willard) Chatfield thru Eliza. Ora’s father, Clark S. Chatfield, is the younger brother of I.W. Chatfield.

Above photos: Clara Dietrich and Ora Chatfield

Jul 6, 1889: The Denver Times, Denver, Arapahoe Co., Colorado, (pg 1):
LOVELORN GIRLS
Strange Infatuation of a Pair of Female Cousins.
VAIN EFFORTS TO CHECK IT
A Beautiful Aspen Girl Passionately in Love With Her Cousin,
Who Reciprocates Her Affection With Masculine Ardor.
The Younger Falls Victim to Nervous Prostration.
THEY REFUSE TO LIVE APART
Sensational Elopement of the Two Girls Who Came to Denver–Character of Their Many Love Letters
Special to The Times.
Emma, Pitkin Co., Colo., July 6.—Society in this section of the county has been rent from center to circumference during the past six weeks over the sensational love affair between Miss Clara Dietrich, postmistress and general storekeeper at Emma and Miss Ora Chatfield, both nieces of the Hon. I.W. Chatfield, which culminated on Tuesday in the elopement of the two ladies who are now supposed to be stopping at a hotel in Denver.
Miss Dietrich is a strong-minded lady of some twenty-eight summers and her cousin, who is the daughter of C.S. Chatfield, is not yet eighteen and a beautiful, accomplished and charming girl.
A month or more ago Ora Chatfield was suffering so from nervous prostration that the matter was investigated, and it was ascertained that she was madly in love with Miss Dietrich, with whom she was living. The two were torn apart and a warrant was procured in Aspen for the arrest of the older with the intention to have an investigation made as to her sanity. She promised the sheriff with tears trickling down her cheeks and her voice choking with suppressed emotion to give up her child wife.
Their Strong Affection.
Ora called and delivered to Sheriff White the correspondence between them. The letter showed that the love that existed between the parties was of no ephemeral nature, but as strong as that of a strong man for his sweetheart, and it developed certain other extraordinary features that became the matter of newspaper correspondence. These letters passed between the parties intermediate to the time they were torn apart and after the Sheriff had arrested Miss Dietrich. If the case ever comes into court, from a scientific standpoint alone it will attract widespread attention and if elucidated it will perhaps explain some of the so-called occult sciences.
Their Elopement.
Last Tuesday the lady lovers went to Aspen, Miss Dietrich with the avowed intention of marrying a gentleman who lives not far from this place (Emma), and Miss Chatfield to visit relatives. From here they went to Denver, and as soon as they were missed and their elopement suspected, Hon. I.W. Chatfield was communicated with and requested to bring Miss Ora back from Denver.
At the time Miss Dietrich was arrested by the sheriff the matter appeared in the Aspen Times, with extracts from correspondence that passed between the two parties, but no names were given. This will be the first time it appeared in print with names of the parties given.
THE STORY VERIFIED.
What a Prominent Citizen of Aspen Says of the Matter.
A reporter for The Times this afternoon secured an interview with a prominent and influential citizen of Aspen who is in Denver for a few days. He had not yet learned of the flight of the girls from their home, and appeared much surprised at the turn affairs had taken.
“Yes,” said he, “the story contained in your special from Aspen, remarkable is it may sound, is strictly true—at least that part of it which occurred previous to my departure from home.
“I had supposed, however, that the matter was all settled and that nothing more would be heard of it. Both girls appear to be perfectly rational in everything but their unnatural affection for each other, and had promised to give up their insane idea. What can have happened to cause them to run away from home in this manner I can hardly imagine.”
Description of the Girls.
“Their reputations have always been above reproach, and their family connections are of the best. In all matters outside of this Miss Dietrich appears to be a very sensible girl. She is a medium blonde, about 24 years old, tall and with a good figure and commanding presence.
“Miss Chatfield is but about fifteen years of age, rather slender and of delicate physique. She is, however, a remarkably handsome girl, and would attract attention anywhere. She appears to fully reciprocate the affection of her older companion, and her letters to the latter are usually signed ‘Hubby,’ and filled with the most maudlin kind of sentimentality. In this respect those of Miss Dietrich are fully their equal.”
A Fruitless Search.
Since the first telegram regarding the case was received at THE TIMES office about 6 o’clock yesterday afternoon, reporters for this paper have searched the city in all directions, but without finding any trace of the missing couple. If they are in any of the hotels in the city, they are there under assumed names.
The gentleman referred to in the above interview is of the opinion that they would not stop in Denver, even if they came here, as they are too well known and have too many friends in the city.

Jul 8, 1889: Aspen Weekly Chronicle, Aspen, Pitkin Co., Colorado (pg 4):
Emma’s Sensation.
Special to the Chronicle.
EMMA, Pitkin county, Colo., July 6—
Society in this section is disrupted by a love affair. Miss Clara Dietrich, postmistress and general storekeeper at Emma, and Miss Ora Chatfield are madly in love with each other, and their love has culminated in their elopement. The two ladies are supposed to be in Denver now. About a month ago Ora Chatfield was suffering greatly from nervous prostration, and upon investigation it was revealed that she was desperately in love with Clara with who she had been living. The two were torn apart and a warrant was sworn out at Aspen for Clara for the purpose of investigating her sanity. With tears in her eyes she promised the sheriff to give up her child wife.
On Tuesday the lovers pretended to start for Aspen. Miss Deitrich avowed her intention to marry a gentleman in this section. Miss Chatfield, to visit relatives, went to Denver instead.

Jul 14, 1889: Knoxville Daily Journal, Knoxville, Knox Co., Tennessee (pg 6):
ONE GIRL ELOPES WITH ANOTHER.
The Singular Mania of Two Maidens in Colorado.
Denver (Col) Special to the N.Y. World
Two girls of Emma, Colorado, having fallen in love with each other, have eloped. One is Miss Clara Dietrich, the postmistress and general storekeeper at Emma, and the other, Miss Ora Chatfield, both nieces of I.W. Chatfield, a well known Colorado politician. A month or more ago Ora Chatfield was suffering so from nervous prostration that the matter was investigated, and it was ascertained that she was madly in love with Miss Dietrich, with whom she was living. The two were torn apart, and a warrant was procured in Aspen for the arrest of the elder girl, with an intention to have an investigation made as to her sanity.
Many interesting love letters have passed between the pair. They are supposed to be in Denver, but have not yet been found. Miss Dietrich is a blonde, 24 years of age, tall, with a good figure and commanding presence. Miss Chatfield is but about 15 years of age, rather slender, and of delicate physique. She is, however, a remarkably handsome girl, and would attract attention anywhere. She appears to reciprocate the affection of her older companion, and her letters to the latter are usually signed “Hubby” and filled with a most maudlin kind of sentimentality.
These young ladies are relatives of the Miss Chatfield who left her home one night and is supposed to have lost her life in the Roaring Fork, and for whom detectives made such a long and diligent search two or three years ago.
Note: The last paragraph is referring to Ida Chatfield, half-sister of Ora, whose body was found in the Roaring Fork River four miles below Aspen, Pitkin County, Colorado in August of 1886.

Jul 20, 1889: Avalanche, Carbondale, Garfield Co., Colorado, (pg 4):
Town Topics
Miss Ora Chatfield and Miss Clara Dietrich, the two young ladies of Emma, who it is said became infatuated with each other and eloped, have been heard from in Iowa, where Sheriff John White of Pitkin County has gone to try and induce the “lovers” to return to their homes.

Jul 20, 1889: Aspen Weekly Times, Aspen, Lake Co., Colorado (pg 4):
LOCAL AND PERSONAL
Sheriff John W. White came in on the Midland on Friday evening from Kansas City. Miss Ora Chatfield, a young daughter of C.S. Chatfield, of Emma, who had gone there with Miss Clara Dietrich, her cousin, contrary to her parents wishes, returned to her home with him.

Sep 2, 1889: The Brisbane Courier, Australia:
Elopements of persons of opposite sexes are common enough all the world over, but did you ever hear of two of a kind that fell in love and ran away? Such a thing has actually happened out in Colorado, where two girls, aged respectively 24 and 16 years, have fallen madly in love with each other, and in consequence of parental opposition to their living together have taken themselves to parts unknown. They are Miss Ora Chatfield and Miss Clara Dietrich, the latter being the elder of the twain. Love letters of the most gushing character have passed between them, and a few weeks ago, when the two were ruthlessly separated, the younger had a severe attack of nervous prostration, and neither would be comforted. What makes the case more interesting is that both are women of intelligence, and not at all given to novel-reading or romantic ideas in general. Miss Dietrich was the keeper of the post office in the town where they lived, and the successful manager of a general store which she inherited from her father, who died a few years ago. The younger woman’s father has been the cruel parent “who endeavoured to separate the lovers; he has caused warrants to be issued for the arrest of both with a view to investigating their sanity, but, up to date, has been unable to find them. It is often enough the case that schoolgirls have a sentimental attachment for each other, but it does not take the shape of the present case, which seems to be quite out of the ordinary run.

Feb 26, 1890: Marriage of Clara Dietrich & Oliver Sheridan Tyler, Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho

Jul 10, 1890: Wyoming gains statehood. It is the 44th state in the Union. The origin of the state’s name is derived from the Native American word “Mecheweamiin.” which translates to “at the big plains.”

Wyoming Becomes a State: The Constitutional Convention and Statehood Debates of 1889 and 1890 and Their Aftermath
Democrats and Republicans alike in Wyoming Territory agreed by the late 1880s that it was time their territory became a state. Statehood was attractive to the territory’s businessmen and politicians, as it offered them much more local control over land and water issues.

One big obstacle loomed, however: were there enough people? Population had grown only slowly since the Territory was established in 1869. Congress used a general rule of thumb, dating back before the U.S. Constitution to the Northwest Ordinance, that a territory had to show a population of 60,000 people to qualify for statehood. Territorial Gov. Thomas Moonlight, a Democrat, reported in December 1888 that Wyoming had only 55,500 people.

Most people lived on ranches and in small towns. The major employers, however, were the railroads (by 1890, these were the Union Pacific, the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy and the Chicago and Northwestern) and the coal mines (many owned by the railroads). But the population remained small and scattered over the territory’s 98,000 square miles.
Source: Phil Roberts, Nov 8, 2014, Wyohistory.org

Apr 25, 1891: Aspen Weekly Times, Aspen, Pitkin Co., Colorado (pg 2):
Fine Entertainment at Emma.
ASPEN JUNCTION, Colo., April 20—[Correspondence of the TIMES]—On Saturday April 11th, a very enjoyable entertainment was given at the school house near Emma. It was for the benefit of the Sabbath school lately organized under the superintendency of Mrs. Dunkin and also that the treasury might contain sufficient money to as least pay the car fare of any minister of Aspen or Glenwood, who, like his Divine Master, is willing to preach in out of the way places.
The closing piece was “Mortgage the Farm” sung and played to perfection by the quartette, ably assisted by Miss Gertie Gillespie and Charles Chatfield.
The costumes of the entire band of singers and speakers were admirable, and the stage looked very elegant and homelike.
If, where all did so well, special praise is at all admissible, the writer begs to say that, to her taste, the recitation by Miss Ora Chatfield was given in the purest tone, and most perfect sympathy with the sentiment expressed.
Note: Charles Chatfield, age 20, is Ora’s cousin and the son of I.W. Chatfield; Ora is 17

Apr 25, 1891: Aspen Weekly Times, Aspen, Pitkin Co., Colorado (pg 2):
School Entertainment at Emma.
Miss Clara Thomas closed a most successful nine months school at Emma. Friday, May 15. A very entertaining program was arranged for the evening under the management of Miss Thomas and the proceeds were for the purpose of purchasing a Webster’s unabridged dictionary.
Miss Thomas spared neither time nor pains to make the entertainment a success and she was doubly repaid for her efforts, for it was pronounced by all as being the most enjoyable affair ever given at Emma. The children did splendidly and the outsiders who kindly assisted entered into it with enthusiasm and helped it along immensely. The only thing that marred the evening was the thought that their beloved teacher was going to take the next train for Ohio. The house was well filled with an appreciative audience. The following was the program for the evening:
(Listed in the line-up):
Recitation—”I Was With Grant,” Willard Chatfield.
Dialogue—”A Bonnet for My Wife.” Misses Pearl Willits, Ota Chatfield, Gertie Gillespie, Jessie Cox, Messrs. Chatfield and McCabe.
Recitation—”The Joiners,” Miss Ota Chatfield
Note: Ota is Ora, age 17; Willard, age 11, is her younger brother.

Jul 31, 1895: U.S. Homestead Records, Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming 1863-1908:
Name: Charles E. Shaw
Age: 36
Birth Year: abt 1859
Birth Place: Iowa, USA
Final Certificate Date: 31 Jul 1895
Homestead Place: Wyoming, USA
Land Office: Buffalo
Application Number: 251
Section: 17
Township: 45 North
Range: 87 West

Grass Was Gold, by Paul Frison:
Looking forward to realizing their dreams of a bright new future for their families, these settlers were thankful to find a generous water supply, luscious pastures, with plenty of timber for dirt-roofed cabins, corrals, fences, and fuel. Merry streams, dancing their carefree course to the Big Horn River, formed beautiful valleys where game and fish abounded. Short and inexpensive irrigation ditches were soon employed to convey water for growing gardens and such forage crops as were deemed necessary for their survival.
Every family coming into the basin country brought with them one or more milk cows or soon acquired one, thus we find every family had some cattle, while a few had herds that numbered into the hundreds. While the east side of the Big Horn Basin was dominated by cattle people, it is true that there were also some who preferred sheep.
(Included in the) family names and location of the taxpaying settlers who represented the scope of the inhabitants in the area lying east of the Big Horn River who were cattlemen:
Paint Rock–Mrs. S.W. Hyatt (related to Ida Hyatt, first wife of C.S. Chatfield, Jr., Elmer’s cousin)
Spring Creek–Elmer Chatfield
Otter Creek–Charles Elliott Shaw (married to Ora Shaw, daughter of C.S. Chatfield, Sr.)
No Wood River (Lower)–George Sawyer (married to Mabel Sawyer, daughter of C.S. Chatfield, Sr.)

Dec 17, 1896: Buffalo Bulletin, Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Miss Chatfield will leave Friday for her home in Colorado to spend the holidays.

Something new in the way of an entertainment was presented to a Buffalo audience at the Congregational church last Friday evening. It is probable that a large hall would have been as packed as the church. True there were some familiar features of the program which Buffalonians could ill afford to mess. Miss Peterson’s solo, with violin accompaniment was listened to with much pleasure, as also the song by the quartet. All the songs profited by the skillful and sympathetic accompaniment of Mrs. Holt. Miss Bartlett’s solo, Mr. Millar’s comic song, Miss Chatfield’s recitation, and the duet by mandolin and guitar were all heartily encored, and the childlike qualities of the recitations by Master James Hopkins and Miss Janet Thorn was much admired.

Mar 10, 1897: Letter from Ora Chatfield to Fred Adams, husband of her sister, Jacqueline Chatfield:
Buffalo, Wyoming
March 10, 1897
Dear Fred,
Would it be asking too much to ask you to get some papers for me? I want the Sunday World and “Press” New York, you know, with the inauguration written up and illustrated.
Send the “Illustrated American” if it has anything good in it. If it hasn’t send something else. I enclose a M.O. for 75 cents. Get anything else besides the two Sunday papers that you think is interesting. We haven’t a news stand here so haven’t learned any of the particulars.
Have you and Jacqueline given up the idea of coming to Wyoming? Do not look for Elmer over here until Spring. They were all well the last time I heard from them. We haven’t enough to do now to prevent stagnation. We are having delightful weather and the road over the mountain is getting very much better.
Remember me to all.
Sincerely,
Ora L. Chatfield

Jul 3, 1897: People’s Voice, Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Miss Ora Chatfield left this week for her home In Colorado.
Note: Ora is the daughter of Clark Samuel Chatfield & Mary Elizabeth Morrow

Sep 30, 1897: Wyoming Derrick, Casper, Natrona Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
Mr. C.E. Shaw, the Red bank rancher, who went east three or four weeks since on a visit to his relatives and friends at Farmington, Iowa, returned last week and departed for his home Monday. He was accompanied by Mr. D.C. Masters, a young gentleman friend from his old home who came west to spend a winter in the pacific surroundings of western ranching.

Oct 30, 1897: History of Tensleep County
Ten Sleep Ranches:
Clarence Higbee deeded to Charles Shaw

Mar 1, 1898: Daily Boomerang, Laramie, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Big Horn Rustler: C.E. Shaw, the Otter creek stockman, was down from the southern part of the county early in the week endeavoring to raise a fund out of which a bounty of $15 would be paid on every grey wolf destroyed south of Nowood and as far north as Shell creek. He succeeded in inducing several small stockmen in subscribing and that bounty will be paid. Mr. Shaw reported that stock in the southern part of the county was doing well and would come out all right in the spring.

Aug 15, 1898: Cheyenne Daily Sun-Leader, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
Gov. Richards has appointed the following delegates from Wyoming to the National Irrigation congress, which convenes In Cheyenne, Sept. 1, viz: Fred E. Place of Natrona county, Chas. E. Shaw of Big Horn county, John McGill of Albany county, Geo. Osmond of Uinta county, and C.H. Grinnell of Sheridan.

Aug 31, 1898: Marriage of Ora Lovina Chatfield & Charles Elliott Shaw, in Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming
Note: Charles (age 38) is nearly 14 years Ora’s senior (age 25).
Marriage Certificate: #3524, Johnson Co., Wyoming

Aug 31, 1898: Western State Marriage Index:
Name: Charles E Shaw
Residence Place: Big Horn County
Marriage License Place: Johnson, Wyoming
Marriage Date: 31 Aug 1898
Marriage Place: Johnson County
Spouse: Ora L Chatfield

Jul 27, 1899: Buffalo Bulletin, Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Ora L Shaw, (nee Ora L Chatfield) of Cedar, Wyoming makes homestead entry on land in sec 26 T 46 R 88, witnessed by William L Horton, John Buckmaster, Cornelius Keeton and Charles E Shaw, all of Cedar, Wyoming.

Charles E Shaw of Cedar, Wyoming makes homestead on land in sec 7 T 45 R 87 witnessed by William L Horton, John Buckmaster, Cornelius Keeton and Ora L Shaw all on Cedar.

William Langly Horton of Cedar makes homestead on land in sec. 12 T 45 R 88 witnessed by Charles E Shaw, John Buckmaster, Cornelius Keeton and Ora L Shaw all of Cedar.

Oct 13, 1899: Birth of Charles “Elliott” Shaw, Jr., the only child of Ora Lovina Chatfield & Charles Elliott Shaw, in Spring Creek, Big Horn Co., Wyoming

Jun 17 & 18, 1900: Federal Census for Spring Creek, Big Horn Co., Wyoming:
Shaw, Charles: Head, born May 1859, age 41, married 2 years, born Iowa, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio, farmer, 87 farm animals
Shaw, Ora: Wife, born Jul 1873, age 26, married 2 years, 1 child born, 1 child living, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois
Shaw, Charles E., Jr.: Son, born Oct 1899, age 9 months, born Wyoming, father born Iowa, mother born Nebraska
Note: five other persons listed in same household, 4 farm laborers and a Chinese cook

Sep 13, 1900: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
Call for Republican County Convention
The regular republican convention for the purpose of placing in nomination candidates for county offices, to be voted for at the general election to be held on the 6th day of November, 1900, is hereby called to be held in Basin City… Spring creek delegate is C.E. Shaw.

Dec 13, 1900: Cheyenne Daily Leader, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Following are the names of the gentlemen comprising the house legislature… Big Horn county C.E. Shaw.

Note: Charles Elliott Shaw represents Big Horn County in the Sixth State Legislature for the Wyoming House of Representatives, which convenes in Cheyenne, Wyoming. There are numerous bills on water rights, bills relating to Water Commissioners, county boundary lines, and the powers of the State Board of Control presented by Shaw and passed and enacted by the State Legislature.

Jan 8, 1901: House Journal, State of Wyoming:

Wyoming State Capitol building in Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (built in 1886):

c. 1900-1918 (Courtesy of W.B.D. and Annette B. Gray Papers, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming)

Jan 31, 1901: From the House Journal, State of Wyoming (pg 178)
House Journal
——OF THE——
SIXTH STATE LEGISLATURE
—OF—
WYOMING.
Convened at Cheyenne, Wyoming,
on the Eighth Day of
January, 1901.
Published by Authority.
Laramie, Wyoming
Chaplin, Spafford & Mathison, Printers,
1901

1901: Wyoming 6th Legislature:
Sixth State Legislature, January 8, 1901 through February 16, 1901; included 19 members in the Senate and 38 members in the House. Seventh State Legislature, January 13, 1903 through February 21, 1903; included 23 members in the Senate and 50 members in the House.

Feb 4, 1901: Cheyenne Daily Leader, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
Miss Chatfield returned to her home In Denver yesterday after a pleasant visit with relatives in the city.
Note: article is referring to Mabel Chatfield, sister of Ora

Feb 9, 1901: Basalt Journal, Basalt, Eagle Co., Colorado (pg 5):
LOCAL
Mrs. Ora Shaw, of Buffalo, Wyoming, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Chatfield.

Feb 23, 1901: Basalt Journal, Basalt, Eagle Co., Colorado (pg 5):
LOCAL
Mr. Shaw, a son-in-law of Mr. C.S. Chatfield, is visiting in Basalt. Mr. Shaw is a member of the Wyoming legislature.
Mr. and Mrs. Shaw and Mrs. Chatfield visited with Mrs. Morrison last Wednesday.

circa 1901: Photo of Clark Samuel Chatfield, Sr. and family:

PHOTO left to right: Ora, Arthur w/hat in hand and wife Ada (Miller), Levi with hat at chest, Mabel, Clark Jr., mother Mary (Morrow) and father Clark Sr. The family is standing on the tracks of the Colorado Midland Railway.

Ora (Chatfield) Shaw (age 27), Arthur Chatfield (age 22), Ada (Miller) Chatfield (age 22), Levi Chatfield (age 11), Mabel Chatfield (age 18), Clark S. Chatfield, Jr. (age 24), Mary (Morrow) Chatfield (age 51), Clark Samuel Chatfield, Sr. (age 62)

Notes: Ora, married to Charles Elliott Shaw in 1898, is living in Big Horn Co., Wyoming, and may have been home for a visit.
Clark Samuel, Jr. & Ida Hyatt married (Apr 7, 1899); live in Hyattville, Big Horn Co., Wyoming. His wife Ida, not pictured, is due to have a child in May of 1900. Arthur & Ada B. Miller married Dec 7, 1900 and live in Basalt.

Children not pictured:
Della married Elmer Sep 18, 1892; they live in Spring Creek, Big Horn Co., Wyoming. Della is due to have a child Nov 1900
Willard died May 4, 1900 in Basalt
Jacquelin is about 15 years of age at this time
Margaret “Marjorie” is 8 years of age

Mar 2, 1901: Glenwood Post, Glenwood Springs, Garfield Co., Colorado (pg 8):
ITEMS FROM EMMA
On Tuesday evening Mr. and Mrs. Chatfield gave a farewell party for their daughter, Mabel, and Mr. and Mrs. Shaw who are returning to Wyoming.
Note: Ora’s sister Mabel is age 18. On Dec 25, 1902, Mabel marries George Reuben Sawyer in Otter Creek, Big Horn Co., Wyoming.

Jun 27, 1902: Wyoming Dispatch, Cody, Park Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
At the republican county convention held at Basin June 21st. the following delegates were chosen to attend the State convention at Rawlins July 15th. A.C. Thomas, W. Walls, G.W. Richardson, C.S. Shaw, B.B. Martin, Geo. W. Burch and Byron Sessions.

Sep 6, 1902: Big Horn County News, Meeteetse, Park Co. Wyoming (pg 1):
Republican county convention includes delegate for Sparing Creek C.E. Shaw.

1903: Progressive Men of Wyoming
HON. CHARLES E. SHAW
Hon. Charles E. Shaw, of Otter Creek near Bigtrails post office in Bighorn County, Wyoming is one of the wealthy and progressive stock growers and farmers of the state and he has acquired his possessions and won his high place in public regard by his own efforts. He is a native of Iowa where he was born on May 23, 1859, the son of Andrew J. and Emma (Baird) Shaw, who were born and reared in Muskingum County, Ohio and removed to Iowa early in their married life. In his native state their son Charles grew to manhood and was educated, and in 1879 when he was twenty years old he came west to Denver, Colorado and after passing a short time there he removed to Fort Lupton. In that section he rode the range in the cattle industry until 1886 when he came to Wyoming and located on the ranch which is now his home on Otter Creek. He established there a stock industry, which has grown to large proportions and is conducted on the most scientific principles applied in the most practical way. Nothing in the business that is of value is wanting to the complete equipment and proper management of this ranch and the results are commensurate with the outlay of time energy and skill. The ranch comprises 960 acres of land with a favorable variety of range and meadow and the herd numbers 1,000 well bred cattle of superior grade and prime condition. In addition there is a large band of fine horses, to whose breeding and rearing the utmost care is given. Mr. Shaw’s attention is not wholly absorbed in his business for he is a gentleman of progressive ideas and great spirit, especially interested in the cause of education although every good enterprise for the welfare of his community received his cordial aid and encouragement. He gives to the spirit of improvement with which he is closely in touch all of his best efforts to secure its proper trend and development and allows no partisan factional or personal interest to interfere with his taking what seems to him the side of any project most conducive to the general weal. Yet he is ardent and zealous in his party allegiance and was elected a member of the State Legislature in 1900. In that body in reference to public affairs he displayed the same conscientious care and wisdom he exhibits in his private business and devoted to the interests of the people the same energy clearness of vision and lofty integrity he gives to his own. His services were of great value to his immediate constituents having also force and influence for good throughout the state. He was married at Buffalo, Wyoming on August 31, 1898 to Miss Ora Chatfield, a native of Nebraska and daughter of C.S. and Mary E. (Morrow) Chatfield. the former a native of Ohio and the latter of Illinois. They reside in Colorado. Mr. Shaw’s parents have both died. His father passed away on October 23, 1884 and his mother on May 20, 1902. His own family consists of one child, his son Charles E. Shaw Jr., who was born on October 13, 1899. In all walks of life and by all classes of the people Mr. Shaw is highly esteemed as a leading citizen, a benevolent man, and a promoter of the best interests of the county and state in which he has cast his lot.
Source: Progressive Men of Wyoming, A.W. Bowen & Co., Chicago, Illinois, 1903

Oct 17, 1903: Glenwood Post, Glenwood Springs, Garfield Co., Colorado (pg 5):
BASALT BUBBLES.
Mrs. Chas. Shaw departed for her home in Casper, Wyoming Sunday evening after spending the summer here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.S. Chatfield.
Note: On Oct 13, 1903, Ora’s son Charles “Elliott” Shaw Jr. celebrates his 4th birthday. Ora is almost 30.

According to Progressive Men of Wyoming, the Shaw’s also resided in Colorado, which is where this picture of Ora was taken.

Mar 14, 1905: Wyoming Semi-Weekly Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 7):
C.E. Shaw and wife and son, Elliot, are “up country” this week, guests at the Joe Henry home. They will take in the dance at Mr. Bragg’s on the 9th inst, before their return.

Apr 8, 1905: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Hyattville and Ten Sleep News
Hyattville, March 29.—Mr. and Mrs. Sam Gapen, entertained Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw and son, Elliott of Ten Sleep, a few days the first of the week.

Jun 16, 1905: Cheyenne Daily Leader, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Governor B.B. Brooks has appointed the following water commissioners: C.E. Shaw, Tensleep, district No. 6; W.H. Wood, Clark, district No. 10; both in the Third division.

Jun 27, 1905: Wyoming Semi-Weekly Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 7):
Ten Sleep News
Mrs. C.E. Shaw and son, Elliott, were guests at the Joe Henry home last week.
Mrs. C.E. Shaw visited with her sister, Mrs. George Sawyer, Thursday of this week.
Mrs. George Sawyer came down from Otter Creek Saturday and spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. C.E. Shaw. Mrs. Sawyer sang a very pretty solo at the Methodist church Sunday evening. She will be sadly missed in our social and church circles, where she has been a general favorite. George Sawyer and his father have sold their cattle and ranch and will move this week to Santa Barbara, Cal. They go via Portland and will enjoy the Lewis and Clarke exposition for a few days. The good wishes of the entire community follow these good people to their new home.

Jul 7, 1905: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 2) and
Jul 11, 1905: Wyoming Semi-Weekly Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 3): 
Ten Sleep News
Word comes to Ten Sleep that Mrs. Martha Bull will soon return from her canvassing trip and move into the house she purchased recently from C.E. Shaw.

Jun 21, 1905: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 13) and
Jul 12, 1905: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 13) and
Jun 18, 1905: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Jennie Austin of Ten Sleep makes homestead on land in sec 14 T47 R 88 witnessed by Charles E. Shaw and Albert F. Keyes of Tensleep, Wyoming, Otto Blakesley and Milton A. Alexander of Big trails, Wyoming.

Sep 7, 1905: Natrona County Tribune, Natrona Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
One of the largest shipments of cattle to be made from Casper this season will be made tomorrow, when C.E. Shaw will ship 400 head, George B. McClellan 100 head and Henry Helms 25 head.

Photo postcard from Ora (Chatfield) Shaw to a Mrs. Helms, perhaps related to Henry Helms mentioned in the above newspaper article. In the 1910 Census in Red Bank, Big Horn Co., Wyoming is Henry Helms, age 57, born abt 1853 in Germany, a stock grower, his wife, Eda C. Helms, age 35, born abt 1875 in Kansas, married 14 years, and a son from her 1st marriage, Virgil Carnes, age 17, born Wyoming. Virgil later took the surname of Helms.

Sep 11, 1905: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 5) and
Sep 15, 1905: Wyoming Semi-Weekly Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Ten Sleep News
Mrs. George Sawyer came down from Otter Creek Saturday and spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. C.E. Shaw. Mrs. Sawyer sang a very pretty solo at the Methodist church Sunday evening. She will be sadly missed in our social and church circles, where she has been a general favorite.
George Sawyer and his father have sold their cattle and ranch and will move this week to Santa Barbara, Cal. They go via Portland and will enjoy the Lewis and Clarke exposition for a few days. The good wishes of the entire community follow these good people to their new home.
C.E. Shaw is on his way to Casper with cattle, from which point he will ship on Thursday of this week. He ships to Omaha.
C.E. Shaw has recently purchased of Sam Stickler his ranch at the mouth of Tensleep, known as the Dison place. Mr. Shaw has so many ranches on his hands now that it keeps him bustling to superintend them all. Mr. Shaw is contemplating moving his family to Basin to live, but has not fully decided.

Nov 4, 1905: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
C.E. Shaw will at once commence the erection of a fine house in Basin.

Nov 4, 1905: Thermopolis Record, Thermopolis, Hot Springs Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw and son are over from their home at Big trails for a stay at the Sanitarium.

Nov 16, 1905: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw returned from Thermopolis on Tuesday’s stage.

Nov 30, 1905: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The trustees of the County Fair Association, recently organized, met at the Commercial Club rooms in Basin on Saturday night, perfected the organization and began making arrangements for giving a fair next fall, which shall be a credit to the county and a source of happiness to all the people.
Note: A list of members in Basin includes C.E. Shaw.

Hon. C.E. Shaw, with his charming wife and bright little son, Elliott, is now comfortably domiciled in the house owned by Lew Zane on C Street. He will remain with us during the winter, and possibly longer, as he is seriously contemplating the erection of a palatial residence at the county seat next spring.

Dec 2, 1905: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Hon. Charles E. Shaw, who represented Big Horn county in the lower ranch of the Sixth state legislature, has taken up his residence in Basin for the winter, with his family. Mr. Shaw is preparing to erect one of the most palatial residences in northern Wyoming in Big Horn county’s capital.

Dec 2, 1905: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 3) and
Dec 2, 1905: Wyoming Semi-Weekly Tribune, Wyoming (pg 4):
Hyattville and Ten Sleep News
Mrs. C.E. Shaw and son Elliot, spent last week with the J.S. Gapen family. They accompanied Mr. Shaw to Basin Saturday. Mrs. Shaw informs the writer that they have rented a house there in which to live until they get their residence completed which they hope will be by April 1.
Mesdames J.S. Gapen and C.E. Shaw were dinner guests Thursday evening at the E.C. Smith home.
C.E. Shaw was out from Basin last week and moved his household furniture down to that city.

Dec 21, 1905: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
TENSLEEP NEWS
Ten Sleep, Wyo., Dec 20. Clarence Waln returned Thursday from Basin, He expects to go over to Garland this week where he will freight between Garland and Basin for a few months. Ed. Cole will go also with a freight team for Elmer Chatfield.
C.S. Shaw has returned from Basin. He moved his family into the house which he leased some time ago but has not been vacated until last week.

Apr 5, 1906, Worland Grit, Worland, Washakie Co., Wyoming (pg 1): 
About two xxxxx of the Hon. Charles E. Shaw’s ranch near the mouth of Tensleep was buried deep under an immense mass of ice thrown from a gorge in that stream.

Apr 5, 1906: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
H.S. Ridgely was down from Cody to meet with the county commissioners on some rebate matters for Mrs. W.O. Snyder, of Cody. He left for Cody Tuesday, and expects to return with his family by Saturday. They will occupy the residence vacated by C.E. Shaw and family this week.

Jul 3, 1906: Wyoming Tribune, Cheyenne, Laramie Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Hyattville and Ten Sleep News
Mr. C.E Shaw and son, Elliot, came out from Basin last week to visit Mr. Shaw, who was slightly injured by being thrown from a horse while on the roundup.

Jul 26, 1906: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2) and
Aug 16, 1906: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3) and
Aug 23, 1906: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Albert F Keays (Keyes) of Big Trails makes homestead on land in sec. 34 and 35 T 47 R 88 witnessed by George E Greet, Sidney Harvard, Charles E Shaw and Frank Wood all of Ten Sleep.

Oct 23, 1906: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co. Wyoming (pg 4):
Running for county treasurer on the Republican ticket is C.E. Shaw of Basin.

Oct 27, 1906: Big Horn County News, Meeteetse, Park Co., Wyoming (pg 2): 
HON. CHARLES E. SHAW, the republican candidate for county treasurer, came to Wyoming in 1886, where he has since resided. He has lived in what is now Big Horn county for over twenty years. Since coming here Mr. Shaw has been one of our progressive ranchers and is one of our heaviest taxpayers. His integrity and honesty places him as one of our first citizens. He has been a public spirited citizen, serving this county in the legislature in the winter of 1901. He has been a lifelong republican and his nomination for treasurer came to him by acclamation. He will make a painstaking, thorough and competent treasurer for Big Horn county.

Nov 1, 1906: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
At the home of Mrs. C.E. Shaw a ten cent luncheon will be served on Nov. 8th. Mrs. Ridgely and Mrs. Shaw being the hosts. The proceeds go the Ladies’ Circle of the Methodist church.

Nov 2, 1906: Cowley Weekly Progress, Wyoming (pg 4):
C.E. Shaw is the soul of honor and he will be a careful guardian of the people’s money in the office of county treasurer.

Nov 3, 1906: Big Horn County News, Meeteetse, Park Co. Wyoming (pg 2): 
CHARLES E. SHAW, candidate for county treasurer, is an honest and thorough business man and his record in public office is good. A vote for Mr. Shaw is a vote for fairness and good judgment in the handling of the county’s finances.

Dec 14, 1906: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
On Nov. 24th at the home of Mrs. C.E. Shaw, was organized a society which will have a great influence for good in Basin. Fourteen of our most prominent ladies met on this occasion and organized a club which will be known here after as the “Book Lovers Club.” The object of which is to organize and maintain a public library. The officers for the ensuing year are Mrs. C.E. Shaw, President…

Jan 4, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Nowood and its ranches.
Above this C.E. Shaw, county treasurer, has 240 acres, 200 of which is irrigated and raising big crops…

Jan 4, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Ten Sleep News
C.E. Shaw was up from Basin last week looking after his interests here and on Otter creek.

Jan 11, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
The dance New Year’s night in Parker’s old store building, given by Jake Baldwin and Lou Clemens, was a very pleasant affair, about thirty couples attending. Mr. and Mrs. J.E. freeman were awarded the prize in the waltzing contest. Those present from out of town were: Roland Harkins and wife of Ten Sleep; County Treasurer-elect C.E. Shaw; Ice Bryant and wife of Bonanza.

Apr 12, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Ten Sleep 10,000, Otter creek 5,000, Canyon creek 5,000, Deep creek 5,000, to be delivered to C.E. Shaw, Basin; Shell creek 12,000, Beaver creek 8,000, to be delivered to Peter Enders, Basin: Greybull river 16,000, Wood river 15,000, to be delivered to A.A. Linton, Meeteetse; Shoshone River and tributaries 25,000, to be delivered A.C. Newton, Cody.

Apr 12, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw salary of $125.00.

May 4, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw $125 salary.

May 31, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
Kid: A Hambletonian bred stallion, a great grand son of Thorndyke, four years old. Perfect in gait, nice and gentle, sure foal getter; weight 1100 lbs. Cicero Is a fine bay Hambletonian; broke to drive single and double, also to ride; weight 1150 pounds; perfect gait and gentle; sure foal getter. These individuals are sound in every,-particular. They will make the season at C.E. Shaw’s ranch on Nowood 9 miles south of Tensleep. W.W. COOK, Ten Sleep, Wyo., I also have several span of broke mares for sale.

Jun 4, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
County commissioners meet and pay C.E. Shaw salary of $125.00.

Jun 13, 1907: Cody Enterprise, Cody, Park Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Basin News
Miss Chatfield is visiting C.E. Shaw and wife.

Jun 14, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The home of Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw was the scene of a delightful evening spent by a few friends on last Saturday evening, those present being:
Mr. and Mrs. J.I. Patten. L.A. Zane, Josiah Cook, F.A. Wise, O.W. Black, Theo. Tillolson, Dr. and Mrs. C.D. Carter. Dr. and Mrs. G.A. Harris, Mesdames, Ridgely, Davidson and Bircumshaw and Miss Chatfield.
The prizes were won by Dr. and Mrs. C.D. Carter. After refreshments were served the guests listened to beautiful solos sung by Mrs. G.A. Harris and Miss Chatfield. A very pleasant evening was spent by the company, as is always the case with Mr. and Mrs. Shaw in the role of entertainers.

Jun 21, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The past week has been a busy one for the Van-Tytler addition to the town of Garland in which there has been seventeen sales made since the plat was filed with the County Clerk and twelve of these are in blocks the balance being from one to three lots.
Note: Among those buying is C.E. Shaw.

Aug 16, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
County commissioners meet and pay C.E. Shaw August salary of $125.00

Sep 6, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
County commissioners meet and pay C.E. Shaw August salary of $125.00

Sep 6, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
The Board of County commissioners hereby appoints R.B. West, B. Morton and C.E. Shaw directors of the Big Horn County Library Association.

Oct 4, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3) and
Oct 11, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Andrew Johnson of Hyattville makes homestead entry on land in sec. 4 T 49 R 90 witnessed by Asa S Mercer Jr., of Hyattville, Edward H Rawson, Charles E Shaw, and Bert B Morton all of Basin. NOTE. Asa Mercer is the one who wrote a book about the Johnson county war and was connected with Mercer Island in Seattle. The book, “Bandidi of the Plains” was sought after and many copies burned because it named those responsible for the Johnson county invasion. Ten Sleep has two surviving copies and others are around the state under lock and key.

Oct 4, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
County commissioners meet and pay C.E. Shaw August salary of $125.00.

Oct 11, 1907: Semi-Weekly Enterprise, Sheridan, Sheridan Co.,Wyoming (pg 6):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw, of Basin, was the inspiration for an informal six-hand euchre party Wednesday evening at the home of Judge and Mrs. Metz. The guests invited to meet Mrs. Shaw were Messrs. and Mesdames Lord, Godevant, Bert Coffeen, Halbert, Sackett, Fryberger, Williams, Winterling, and Rev. Bandy. Delicious refreshments were served from a beautifully appointed table, the color scheme in yellow and white.

Nov 8, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
County commissioners meet and pay C.E. Shaw August salary of $125.00.

Dec 6, 1907: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw $125 for salary and $679.21 for freight of cement.
Wyoming Stockgrower and Farmer no. 13 December 19, 1907, page 7 Cody
Note: Notice of incorporation of the Big Horn County Library Association. Charles E. Shaw president. R.B. West secretary.

Jan 4, 1908: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw freight on steel sheeting $37.70, freight on bridge iron, stamps for treasurer’s office $10, freight $325.15, four telephone coupon books $400, freight on car of cement $672.83, freight on car of cement $444.60, freight on bridge material $60.03.

Jan 24, 1908: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw is under the care of physician this week.

Feb 7, 1908: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw salary of $125 and $682.76 for freighting two cars of cement.
Note: He is paid a monthly salary and also for freighting something almost monthly. They are not all included here.

Jul 10, 1908: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Note: This is a legal document for the County of Big Horn by the county treasurer C.E. Shaw.

Sep 18, 1908: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The regular meeting of the Woman’s Club will be held in the Commercial dub rooms on Wednesday, the 23rd. Mrs. C.E. Shaw is the chairman of the program committee and very interesting magazine program is being prepared for the afternoon.

Oct 2, 1908: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The Democratic convention in Basin is held to nominate candidates.
For treasurer, they were satisfied with the present incumbent of that office, C.E. Shaw.

Oct 10, 1908: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Republican ticket has nominated C.E. Shaw a Republican for county treasurer.

Feb 5, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
County commissioners pay salary of $150 to C.E. Shaw.

Feb 26, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 9):
Wednesday County Treasurer C.E. Shaw sold his ranch on Ten Sleep to Joe Emge and J. Allemand, consideration $15,000. This is one of the best ranches in the southeastern part of the Basin and is an ideal stock ranch. Mr. Shaw still retains his ranch properly on Otter creek.

Mar 30, 1909: Sheridan, Sheridan, Sheridan Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
Mrs. Ora Chatfield Shaw, for two years president of the Basin Woman’s club, has been again chosen as the head of that organization. The club was organized at Mrs. Shaw’s home and the success of the club is largely due to her zeal for the work. She is also credited with the discovery of the provisions of the law which made possible the Big Horn county library and through her efforts the library was secured. She is also president of the Big Horn County Library association.

Apr 2, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Sunday Services at Baptist Church
The Camp Fire club will meet Wednesday evening 7:45. J.M. Jones of Neiber will be with us and speak. This is a special meeting and all men are invited to enjoy the meeting. M. Joslin will sing.
Commercial Club Grand Banquet
The committee in charge of the banquet to be given at the Antlers hotel on Tuesday evening next has now completed the arrangements for that festive occasion.
Pending a reply from the gentlemen named the following list of toasts has been prepared: … “The Basin Past and Present” Hon. G.B. McClellan… “The Ladies” C.E. Shaw…

Apr 16, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw left on Wednesday for a few days visit in Sheridan.

May 21, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Mr. Chas. E. Shaw was pleasantly surprised on last Monday evening when the express brought him as a present from his old-time friend. Robert Breckens, now attorney general of the Hawaiian islands, a beautifully carved cane, made of the wood of the tisajokitis (sic: tectorius) tree. The cane is the product of a native carver, and shows the great skill of which these natives are possessed. Mr. Shaw is very proud of the gift, and is showing it to his many friends.

Jun 18, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Chas. E. Shaw has let the construction for the construction of a modern house which is to be erected on the lots lying directly south of Dr. George A. Harris’ home. The plans call for five rooms and bath. When completed—sometime in August—it will be occupied by J.D. Johnson and family.

Jun 25, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Mrs. C. Shaw gave a whist party Tuesday afternoon in compliment to Mrs. B.B. Morton, who is her guest.

Aug 13, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
County Treasurer C.E. Shaw left last Tuesday for Big Trails to receive some cattle which he recently purchased.

Aug 13, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
C.E. Shaw left Tuesday for his ranch at Tensleep, where he will spend several weeks looking after his interests in that section. In getting a bunch of cattle to market he may go to Omaha before returning to Basin.

Aug 20, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Last Saturday morning Anson Higby drove to Hyattville taking with him Mrs. C.E. Shaw, Miss McAvoy and Miss Esther Higby for a two days’ outing in that beautiful little hamlet. They returned Sunday night.

Sep 3, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
To Frisby Bros, belongs the credit of having made the first tap of the gas main. This was done in connecting one of C.E. Shaw’s houses with the main.

Sep 17, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Note: County fair results include Nasturtiums, Mrs. C.E. Shaw, Basin, 1st.

Sep 17, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Note: County fair results include three gaited saddle horse, Mrs. C.E. Shaw, 1st.

Sep 24, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
J.T. Joslin, father of B. T. Joslin, will arrive today from Rockford, Ill., for a short visit.
Mrs. C.E. Shaw entertained a small party of friends last evening. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Suel J. Spaulding and Miss Louise, Mrs. Burberry, Mr. and Mrs. Dana C. Carter and Mr. and Mrs. B.T. Joslin. A very pleasant evening was spent with whist and music.

Oct 1, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw, Mrs. S.J. Spaulding and Mrs. F.S. Burberry left Wednesday for Thermopolis, where they will visit for several days.

Oct 1, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Andrew Carnegie library in Big Horn county Basin, was formally dedicated at 4 o’clock Monday afternoon. Members of the Book-Lovers Club include Ora Chatfield Shaw. The members of the library board are H. Taylor Harris, Mrs. C.E. Shaw and R.B. West.

Oct 8, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6) and
Oct 15, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2) and
Oct 22, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Whereas, on the 22th day of September, 1904, Bert B. Morton and Charles E. Shaw, made, executed and delivered a certain mortgage deed to Ed Lattaon land in sec. 28 and 27 T 47 R 88. Default having occurred in the amount now due of $1103.50

Oct 15, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
A pleasant little party assembled at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Suel J. Spaulding on Sunday evening. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw, W.A. Richards of Red Bank and W.H. Johnson of Lincoln.
Ex-Governor Richards, state tax commissioner, spent Sunday in Basin, went to Kirby on Monday and returned to Basin Tuesday. He is looking after business connected with his office.
Note: In September 1911, the daughter of W.A. Richards and her husband after four months of marriage are found shot to death.

Oct 22, 1909: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Chas. E Shaw is called to testify in the Spring Creek Raid trial of George Saban, Milton A Alexander, Herbert Brink, Ed Eaton, Thomas Dixon, William Keyes and Charles Farris. Saban made an objection as to how the jury pool was made. C.E. Shaw as county treasurer had some involvement in that. County officials are subpoenaed to testify.
George Saban Charges Illegality In Drawing Panel-Arguments Being Made
… The bulk of their evidence showed that the preparation of the jury list had been practically all done by Linton and Alston…
STORY OF THE CRIME
On the night of April 9, 1900, near the mouth of Spring creek, a small stream which empties into the Nowood river about 7 miles from Tensleep post office, in Big Horn county, Wyo., Joe Emge, Joe Allemand and Jules Lazier were attacked by parties unknown and all three were killed.
The bodies of Emge and Lazier were found near their sheep wagon, burned to a crisp. Their sheep wagons had been riddled with bullets and set fire to and burned. Emge’s and Lazier’s bodies were discovered to be charred; practically nothing but the trunks remained. Allemand’s remains were found some distance from those of his dead companions, with wounds in his abdomen and throat. Someone had cut the telephone wires, so that news of the crime was delayed in transmission. The morning following the perpetration of the crime the authorities received word of it and acted promptly…

Oct 23, 1909: Powell Tribune (pg 1):
Under the statutes the Jury commissioners are designated as the chairman of the board of county commissioners, the county clerk and the county treasurer. The defense seeks to show that the list was compiled by Chairman Linton and Sheriff Felix Alston, and that other members of the jury commission had no part in the selection.
Charles E. Shaw, county treasurer, testified that he was present in his office one Sunday, the exact date of which he could not recall but it was in the latter part of January or the first week in February, when Messrs. Linton and Alston were engaged in making out the list. He said that he participated in the work only for a few moments, and that on the Monday following the task was continued in the sheriff’s office, and that there he had practically no share whatever in the selection.
Further examined Mr. Shaw said that Mr. Linton had the assessor’s roll for 1908 in front of him, and that Mr. Alston was sitting at a typewriter taking the names down at the chairman’s dictation. Mr. Shaw admitted his signature on the certification of the Jury list, but was not allowed to answer a question from counsel for the prosecution as to whether or not he believed he had been remiss in his duty in so certifying when he had given the scant attention he confessed to the actual work of selection.
Note: This is in regard to the selection of a jury for the Spring creek raid murders.

Nov 26, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The meeting of the Woman’s Club which ordinarily would have been held on Wednesday, was held Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Bowman, which had been kindly proffered for the purpose.
Toward the close of the business meeting President Shaw stated that her resignation as member of the library board would take effect at the next meeting of county commissioners, and as she thought the Woman’s Club should have a representative on the board, she suggested that the club sign and circulate a petition for the appointment, of Mrs. W.C. Snow.
Mrs. Shaw then asked that the club accept her resignation as president. There was an immediate protest, but when Mrs. Shaw insisted that her decision was final, the resignation was accepted. Mrs. Shaw states that other duties will no longer permit her to fill the position.

Dec 2, 1909: Worland Grit, Worland, Washakie Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
City council of Worland pay Chas. E. Shaw $5 for preparing certificate showing the assessed valuation of the town of Worland.

Dec 17, 1909: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The business men of Basin believe the paramount need of our town to be a flouring mill. They are very positive about the matter, and there is no other need which seems to appeal to them as strongly as this…
With the idea of obtaining the views of our business men, a representative of The Rustler called upon those he could find, and asked the question: “What is Basin’s greatest need?”
… C.E. Shaw declare for a market for the farmers’ products, by commission house or otherwise… W.J. Booth, B.T. Joslin and Jim Whaley think more capital is the greatest need, as with it all minor blessings are possible.

Circa 1909, Wyoming: Charles & Ora (Chatfield) Shaw and family members:

Shaw photo contributed by Terril Mills (a Shaw connection)
1. possibly Ora’s younger sister Marjorie Emma Chatfield, age 16, born Nov 1893
2. possibly Ora’s younger sister, Mabel (Chatfield) Sawyer, age 25, born Oct 1883
3. possibly Ora’s older sister Della Chatfield (married to Elmer Chatfield), age 36, born Jan 1872
4. Charles Elliott Shaw, Jr., (son of Ora Chatfield & Charles Elliot Shaw. Sr.), age 10, born Oct 1899
5. presumably Ora Lovina (Chatfield) Shaw, age 35, born Jul 1873
6. Charles Elliott Shaw, Sr., age 50, born May 1859 (he is identified in photo)

“Mabel Chatfield was quite short, not even five feet tall, whereas her sisters Marjorie and Jacquelin were almost six-foot” —Pat Benacquista, daughter of Charlotte Putnam, granddaughter of Clark S. Chatfield and his 1st wife Ida Hyatt

Apr 26, 1910: Federal Census for Basin Town, Big Horn Co., Wyoming:
Shaw, Charles E.: head, age 50, married 11 years, born Iowa, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio, stockman
Shaw, Ora C.: wife, age 35, married 11 years, 1 child born, 1 child living, born Nebraska, father born Illinois, mother born Ohio, County Department, Treasurer
Shaw, Elliott C.: son, age 10, born Wyoming, father born Iowa, mother born Nebraska
Morris, George C.: age 44, born Ohio, single, Newspaper reporter, employer

May 2, 1910: Federal Census for Basin Town, Big Horn Co. Wyoming:
Joslin, Burtis T.: Head, age 27, married 1 for 2 years, born Illinois, father born New York, mother born New York, occupation abstractor of lands
Joslin, Calla C.: Wife, age 27, married 1 for 2 years, 0 children, born Colorado, father born Ohio, mother born Kansas, occupation teacher of music
Note: four roomers reside in household: a county deputy sheriff, a dentist, a civil engineer and his wife
Note: Calla is actually age 31 at the time of this census

May 9, 1910: Federal Census for Spring Creek, Big Horn Co., Wyoming:
Chatfield, Elmer E.: Head, age 47, married 1 for 17 years, born Colorado, father born Illinois, mother born Illinois, stock grower on range
Chatfield, Della: wife, age 36, married 1 for 17 years, 5 children born, 5 children living, born Nebraska, father born Illinois, mother born Missouri
Chatfield, Helen L.: daughter, age 16, born Colorado, father born Colorado, mother born Nebraska
Chatfield, Marion H.: daughter, age 14, born Wyoming, father born Colorado, mother born Nebraska
Chatfield, Sevilla M.: daughter, age 11, born Wyoming, father born Colorado, mother born Nebraska
Chatfield, Audrey E.: daughter, age 9, born Wyoming, father born Colorado, mother born Nebraska
Chatfield, Constance C.: daughter, age 4, born Wyoming, father born Colorado, mother born Nebraska

May 13, 1910: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 10):
Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw entertained Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ross and “Bobby” at a fish dinner on Tuesday evening.
The Basin Shakespeare Club met Friday afternoon with Mrs. C.E. Shaw. Three acts of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” were read and discussed. The invited guests of the afternoon were Mrs. Newton and daughter Dorothy, of Cody, and Mrs. C.W.G. Dodge and Judge Parmelee.
Mrs. Burtis T. Joslin departed on Saturday for Forsythe, Mont., where she will spend a month visiting with her sister, Mrs. S.T. Adams. Mrs. Joslin will also visit for few days in Billings while away.

May 27, 1910: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 9):
The Lincoln Land Co., to Charles E. Shaw, lot 8, block 6, Greybull, for $500.

Jun 3, 1910: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
NOTE. Businessmen publish a decree that they will close their businesses on June 22 to allow those who want to go to Thermopolis for a Basin Day celebration. Business include C.E. Shaw, County Treasurer and B.T. Joslin, Wyoming Security Investment Co.
Mrs. Burtis T. Joslin returned yesterday from Forsythe and Billings, Mont., where she has been visiting for the past month. At Forsythe, she visited with her sister, Mrs. Adams, and she spent a few days very pleasantly with friends at Billings.

Jul 15, 1910: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 10):
Mr. and Mrs. B.T. Joslin entertained on last Friday evening in honor of Mr. and Mrs. H.C. Brome. There were present C.L. Brome and wife and Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Shaw.

Oct 14, 1910: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Mrs. Charles E. Shaw, who was selected as the first delegate to represent the Basin Woman’s Club at the State Federation of Woman’s Club, which met at Casper last week has returned. She in speaking of tin-work accomplished at Casper said:
“The Federation which met at Casper had representation of twenty-nine delegates from over the state and they were entertained by the Casper club.”
“I met the Sheridan delegation, consisting Of Mrs. W.S. Mets, Mrs. Harry M. Huntington, Mrs. Banks, Mrs. Early, Mrs. O.P. Hanna, at Sheridan. Reaching Casper the Civic Club and the Woman’s Club of Casper entertained us royally at the Grand Central hotel. Automobile rides were the order of the day.”
Mrs. Brooks, wife of the governor, was especially solicitous that Basin be selected as the next place of meeting, which was done, and the fact when the vote was announced, was vigorously applauded.
“The convention asked for larger appropriations for and endorsed the work of the Humane society and that of its agent; Frank T. Bright; also the efforts of the pure food commission and Mr. Burke.
The proceedings were enjoyed by me very much, especially when Basin got the next session on which will be next October. I returned by the way of the mountains and stopped over In Thermopolis over Sunday.”

Dec 16, 1910: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 12):
Charles E. Shaw has gone to Otter creek for the purpose of looking after winter pasturage for his stock.

Jan 27, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Wednesday’s meeting of the Basin Women’s Club proved an exceptionally interesting one… Mrs. Black was chairman of the day and Mrs. Ruth Donaldson was hostess. These ladies were assisted by Mesdames C.E. Shaw, Carl Armeling, J.D. Johnson and S.H. Smith…

Feb 24, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
The Colonial Ball given on the night of Washington’s birthday by the ladies if the Basin Woman’s Club was pronounced by all the most successful ball ever given in Basin. There was a very large attendance, there being perhaps seventy-five couples in the grand march which was led by Mrs. S.J. Spaulding president of the Woman’s Club.
Note: Mrs. C.E. Shaw was on the ball committee.

Feb 24, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
The Big Horn Basin Pioneer Association will have a two days’ celebration In Basin on February and March 1.
Note: on the dance committee as floor managers is C.E. Shaw…

Mar 17, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Ten Sleep News
Mr. C.E. Shaw and wife are visiting with Mr. and Mrs. W.S. Fiscus.

Mar 17, 1911: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 9):
County commissioners pay salary of $25 to C.E. Shaw.

May 5, 1911: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Ten Sleep Town council met and part of their business included lowering the assessment roll of C.E. Shaw on real estate by $200.

Jun 2, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 7):
Mrs. F.W. Adams and the children came in on Saturday of last week from their home in Forsythe, Mont. They were accompanied by Mrs. Adams’ father. Mr. I.W. Chatfield, and her brother, Mr. Charles Chatfield, who come from Sanders. Mont. On Tuesday Mr. Elmer Chatfield came down from his ranch near Rome. They are called by the serious illness of the wife and mother, Mrs. I.W. Chatfield. It is likely that Mrs. Adams will take the Shaw cottage for the summer.

June 12, 1911: Death of Eliza Ann (Harrington) Chatfield (age 71), aunt of Ora (Chatfield) Shaw, in a hospital in Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming, of uterine cancer. Eliza’s funeral services were held in Ora’s home.

Jun 13, 1911: Burial of Eliza Ann Chatfield in Mount View Cemetery in Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (lot 3, block 42)

Jun 16, 1911: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
DEATH OF AGED LADY.
Mrs. Chatfield Passed Away Last Monday Night.
Mrs. Eliza A. Chatfield, wife of I.W. Chatfield, died in this city Monday night after a lingering illness. The funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. C.E. Shaw on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o’clock, and were under the auspices of the Christian Scientists, Mrs. J.J. Marshall first reader, being in charge.
Deceased is survived by her husband and five children, Mrs. F.W. Adams of Forsythe, Montana; Elmer E. Chatfield of Tensleep; Chas. Chatfield of Sanders, Montana; Mrs. J.A. Small of Coalinga, California; and Mrs. B.T. Joslin of this city. And also by her niece, Mrs. C.E. Shaw of this city.
Mrs. Chatfield was a lady of deep religious convictions and although for some time she had been deeply afflicted, her faith has been supreme. Her many noble qualities and engaging personality endeared her to a large circle of friends who will offer sincere condolence to the grief stricken family.
Note: Mrs. C.E. Shaw is Ora (Chatfield) Shaw, daughter of Clark S. Chatfield, Sr.

Jun 16, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mrs. Eliza A. Chatfield, wife of I.W. Chatfield, died in this city Monday night after a lingering illness. The funeral services were held at the home of Mrs. C.E. Shaw on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o’clock, and were under the auspices of the Christian Scientists, Mrs. J.J. Marshall first reader, being in charge.
Elizabeth A. Harrington was born in Fairfield, Iowa December 23, 1833 and was married to I.W. Chatfield in Havana, Ill., May 20, 1858. Mrs. Chatfield had quite a war record, having served at the battles of Donaldson and Shilo as a nurse where she was finally overcome by sickness and was taken to Saint Louis to recover.
Mr. and Mrs. Chatfield crossed the plains in 1864, driving an ox team, and took up a homestead near Florence, Colorado. In 1870 they removed to Denver, where they lived until a couple of years ago when they moved to Basin.
Deceased is survived by her husband and five children, Mrs. F.W. Adams of Forsythe, Mont.; Elmer E. Chatfield, of Tensleep; Chas. Chatfield of Sanders. Mont.; Mrs. J.A. Small of Coalinga, Cal., and Mrs. B.T. Joslin of this city. And also by her niece, Mrs. C.E. Shaw of this city.
Mrs. Chatfield was a lady of deep religious convictions, and although for some time she had been deeply afflicted, her faith has been supreme. Her many noble qualities and engaging personality endeared her to a large circle of friends who will offer sincere condolence to the grief stricken family.

Jul 14, 1911: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Mr. and Mrs. F.A. Wise last Monday evening entertained at cards. The rooms were tastefully decorated and during the evening delightful refreshments were served.
Note: attending are Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw

Jul 14, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
On Monday evening, the hospitable home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Wise was thrown open to a few friends complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw, who are removing from the city to their ranch up in the Ten Sleep country.
Whist was the game of the evening, Mrs. Shaw and Mrs. Black winning the “consolation” prizes.
Dainty refreshments were served and a delightful evening was passed. The Shaws are stopping temporarily with Mrs. S.J. Spaulding, preparatory to their leaving for their new home.

Aug 4, 1911: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw $25 for water commissioner.

Sep 15, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Early History of the Big Horn Basin
… In 1885 Booth, Hendricks and a fellow by the name of Jack Hill came from Laramie to the Big Horn Basin and located at Hyattville. C.E. Shaw, late county treasurer, Joe Henry of Big Trails, and Frank Warner, now of Alaska, had come from Colorado and located on Otter creek, the week before they arrive.

Sep 27, 1911: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
C.E. Shaw and son Elliott came down from Tenlseep on Tuesday.

Oct 13, 1911: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Note: The Women’s club have a state meeting and… Delegates to the biennial at San Francisco next year: Mrs. B.B. Brooks, Mrs. C.E. Shaw and Mrs. W.S. Metz.

Dec 8, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 7):
Staying at the Markham Hotel are Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw of Ten Sleep.

Dec 8, 1911: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn County, Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw came down from Hyattville the early part of the week and remained until yesterday while visiting with many friends in the county seat.
MAYORS’ CONVENTION. Hon. C.E. Shaw, the mayor of Tensleep, better known to many citizens of the Basin as the “man you don’t meet every day;” Hon. W.E. Taylor, the mayor of Bonanza, and Hon. F.J. Walters, the mayor of Hyattville, were among the distinguished visitors m the county seat this week.

Feb 16, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
Staying at the Antlers hotel is C.E. Shaw of Tensleep.

Feb 16, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The annual meeting of the Big Horn Basin Pioneers’ association last Monday will be an event long remembered by those attending…
The annual election of officers resulted as follows:…vice presidents; …Big Trails C.E. Shaw…
The banquet was held in the evening in the Patten building and it is safe to say that no finer spread was ever placed before banqueters in the Basin country. The good wives, sisters and daughters of the old timers brought everything good to eat that culinary skill could prepare. When it comes to preparing a feast to satisfy the appetite the ladies of the Basin country can give cards and spades to those of any other locality on earth, so if you were not of the favored ones permitted to enjoy the hospitality of the old timers you can at least have an idea of what you missed. Hats off. The women of the Basin are the best on earth. Long may they live to minister to the comforts of mere man!
Among those called upon by Toast-master Collins were, Lou Blakesley, Chas. E. Shaw,… In addition to making his usual admirable talk Mr. Magill digressed long enough to present in glowing terms the achievements of Abraham Lincoln, whose natal day the association honors. This address was one of the best ever heard in Basin and places Mr. Magill in a class by himself as an extemporaneous speaker.
The dance was a real old times affair, all of the old dances from the vales of Colonial days and the Virginia reel to Turkey in the Straw. Old and young joined in the dance until the wee small hours and everyone had the time of their lives. The music was furnished by Jim Lampman, Hal Blakesley and O.T Gebhart.

Feb 16, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 9):
County Commissioner meeting.
The bonds of Jos. H. Neville as chief assessor, and Olney E. Nowels, John N. Resey, Orson A. Johnson, John J. Gruenig, Dan Crain, Carl I. Arnoldus, Chas. E. Shaw, and Grant Brown as deputy assessors were approved.

Mar 1, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 9):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw and Mrs. Sam Gapen from Ten Sleep are staying at the Antlers hotel.

Mar 8, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
Staying at the Rogers House is C.E. Shaw of Ten Sleep.

Mar 8, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
County commissioners pay C.H. Shaw $40 salary and C.E. Shaw expenses of $9.10.

Mar 8, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Our good friend, Charles E. Shaw, mayor of Tensleep, and deputy assessor, now has another title and hereafter will be known as “Doctor” C.E. Shaw. While in Basin a short time ago consulting with County Assessor Jos. H. Neville he secured the necessary equipment for conducting his office this spring. This was sufficient to load several boxes and a suit case, which he left in a local store while attending to some other business. During his absence a number of his friends thought the packages should be marked for identification. So when Mr. Shaw arrived at the depot he found that each was labeled “Chas. E. Shaw, Tensleep, Corn Doctor.”
The county assessor, hearing of the affair, wrote the new deputy that under the state law he would not be allowed to doctor corns while assessing, and up to date we have heard of no wonderful cures effected in the Tensleep country by the new doctor.

Mar 15, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 9):
E.E. Chatfield arrived Tuesday with a carload of Jersey dairy cows which he purchased in Colorado.
Note: E.E. Chatfield is Elmer Elsworth Chatfield, a cousin of Ora.

Mar 22, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
Staying at the Antlers hotel is Mrs. C.E. Shaw of Tensleep.

Mar 22, 1912: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
At the Antlers last evening Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Booth entertained a large number of ladies and gentlemen in a manner that fixes the evening in the memory of the guests as one of the most pleasant of the social season.
Among the ladies, favors were won by Mrs. Shaw and Mrs. Zane.
Punch and mints were served during the course of the playing and at midnight a most enjoyable lunch contributed toward making the affair a very happy one.
Note: Among those attending is Mrs. C.E. Shaw.

Ap 5, 1912: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw left yesterday for her home at Tensleep after spending several weeks very pleasantly visiting friends in Basin.

Apr 5, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
County Commissioners pay C E Shaw $105 salary.

May 10, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw a salary of $25 and $70 for road work.

May 17, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 10):
C.E. Shaw, who has been here for the past few days, returned Monday to Tensleep.

Jun 7, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
County Commissioner meeting and bond approval.
Chas. E. Shaw, treasurer school district No. 36

Jun 14, 1912: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 10):
Mr. Burtis Joslin returned on Tuesday after several days spent at the northern part of the county.

Jun 28, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 10):
Doctor Chas. E. Shaw, mayor of Tensleep, was in town yesterday.

Aug 2, 1912: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Mr. J. Bircumshaw motored up from Basin Wednesday morning and was a guest of the C.E. Shaws until Thursday, when he went on to Fred Bragg’s, at Nowood.

Sep 13, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw amounts of $20, $31 and $15 for road work.

Sep 13, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The first meeting of the Woman’s club since the summer adjournment was held in the library Wednesday afternoon. A large number were in attendance and a very interesting meeting was held.
The committees appointed for the year are: … Program Committee; … Mrs. C.E. Shaw …

Sep 20, 1912: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw came down yesterday from Tensleep and is meeting her many friends in Basin.

Dec 6, 1912: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
At her charming home in Grandview on Tuesday, Mrs. Burtis T. Joslin gave a 1 o’clock luncheon, complimentary to Mrs. Keeler of Omaha who is a guest at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E.J. Sullivan.
The guests were Mesdames W.G. Keeler. W.S. Pease. T.K. Bishop, P.W. Metz., W.A. Sizer. M.H. Smith. C.E. Shaw, E.J. Sullivan. S.J. Neill, L.E. Watson and A.W. Coons.
The table was made especially attractive with a beautiful Easter lily and pink shaded candles. Mrs. Joslin is a charming hostess, and her luncheon was one of the delightful events of the season.

Dec 20, 1912: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
Hyattville News
Dr. C.E. Shaw and Mr. Whaley of Tensleep passed through town on their way to Basin, last Monday.

Jan 3, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
County commissioners met and deal with business.
The claims against the county of the following named persons were laid over: … C.E. Shaw $48…

Jan 10, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. and Mrs. J.F. Leighty on Sunday entertained a number of friends at a four course turkey dinner. Those present report having passed a most delightful evening. Those invited were: Mr. and Mrs. F.A. Wise, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wise, Mr. and Mrs. H.R. Armeling, Mrs. Ruth Donaldson, Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw and son Elliott, Frank I. Rue and Raymond Irwin.

Feb 18, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Hyattville News
Dr. C.E. Shaw, Tensleep’s honorable mayor, was here a few days last week. Although his duties as mayor at Tensleep are very pressing, Mr. Shaw said he thought the town would still be there when he returned. The doctor was a welcome guest at the masquerade ball and acted as one of the judges.

Feb 28, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw went to Worland on Monday to meet her husband who came down with her the following day.

Note: First advertisement for Ora Shaw’s new millinery store in Basin in same issue:

May 2, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
The members of the Progress association met at dinner at the Antlers last Monday evening……
Dr. Chas. E. Shaw, mayor of Tensleep, was present and made a short talk on good roads…….

Jun 6, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Senator Geo. B. McClellan passed through Hyattville in his steam buzz wagon, the last of the week. The Bear was accompanied by three unknown parties. The city speed limit vas smashed all to pieces and the only thing that saved the Bear from arrest was the city marshal was out irrigating the public highway near Poverty Flat.
Dr. C.E. Shaw, mayor of Tensleep, passed through Hyattville early Sunday with a fractious team. He never so much as tried to stop in the main part of the city. We predict that the next thing we know the doctor will be exceeding the city speed limit, too.

Apr 18 through Nov 7, 1913: Advertising in Big Horn County Rustler in the following issues:

Apr 30, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Apr 25, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Cou., Wyoming (pg 7):
May 30, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Sep 26, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Oct 17, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Oct 24, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Oct 31, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Nov 7, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):

Aug 8, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
C.E. Shaw, doctor and mayor of Tensleep, was a first of the week caller in town.

Aug 8, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn C., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw of Tensleep were Basin visitors the fore part of the week and were meeting their many friends in Basin.

Aug 22, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mrs. Charles E. Shaw and Master Elliott came down on Wednesday evening from Tensleep. They spent last week visiting Mr. and Mrs. B.B. Morton, at the ranger’s cabin above Tensleep.

Sep 12, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 7):
The opening fall meeting of the Woman’s club of Basin last Wednesday afternoon was well attended…
The program committee of which Mrs. C.E. Shaw is chairman, have prepared an excellent program for the coming year…
The song, “I Hear You Calling Me” by Mrs. B.T. Joslin was most excellently rendered and was enjoyed by all…

Nov 7, 1913: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
C.E. Shaw was in Greybull last Tuesday between trains.

Nov 28, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Note: A Whist party was held by Mrs. F.A. Hime and among those who attended is Mrs. C.E. Shaw.

Nov 7, 1913: Worland Grit, Worland, Washakie Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
Ten Sleep News
C.E. Shaw has moved his household goods to Basin and the Dodge family now occupy the Shaw home in Ten Sleep.

Dec 5, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
It is rumored that Mr. Charles E. Shaw of Tensleep visited Bonanza on Tuesday of last week.

Dec 12, 1913: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):

Mar 27 through May 15, 1914: Advertising in Big Horn County Rustler in the following issues:
Mar 27, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Apr 3, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 10):
Apr 10, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Apr 17, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Apr 24, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
May 1, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
May 8, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
May 15, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):

Apr 10, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Note: Women’s club meet and Mrs. C.E. Shaw is in attendance.

May 8, 1914: Worland Grit, Worland, Washakie Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
L.E. Laird drove over to Tensleep last Saturday in his Buick car, taking Dave Taylor and family over to their new home on Spring Creek. Mr. Laird returned home Sunday evening, accompanied by Elmer Chatfield, who purchased a new Buick car from Mr. Laird and says that it is the only car for this county.

Jun 19, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. C.E. Shaw and Master Elliott came down on Saturday from the ranch, where they had been since the beginning of the school vacation.

May 22 through Jun 19, 1914: Advertising in Big Horn County Rustler in the following issues:
May 22, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
May 29, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Jun 5, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Jun 12, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Jun 19, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):

Jul 10, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
On Tuesday evening Mr. and Mrs. F. A. Wise were host and hostess at a very successful party at their charming home on Fifth, street. The evening was given over to dancing and cards, those who did not care to dance finding entertainment in games which were most pleasing.
The guests were… Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw…
The home was beautifully decorated with roses and sweet peas and music for dancing was furnished by the Victrola.
At midnight Mrs. Wise served refreshments which were a delight to the guests. The evening is regarded as one of the most successful of the season.

Jul 10, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Mr. C.E. Shaw went up the Greybull valley on Wednesday on a business mission.

Jul 24, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Chatfield and the children drove down in the auto on Friday morning from their home on the Upper Nowood and remained to see the circus.

Aug 7, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. C.E. Shaw came down on Tuesday from Tensleep.

Sep 4, 1914: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
C.E. Shaw came in from Tensleep on Wednesday.

Oct 2, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. C.E. Shaw this week packed his household goods for storage and will leave for Tensleep. Master Elliott will make his home with Mr. and Mrs. Neal Anderson while continuing his school work.

Dec 4, 1914: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Mr. C.E. Shaw came down on Saturday from Tensleep for a visit with friends in Basin.

Jan 22, 1915, Worland Grit, Worland, Washakie Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
C.E. Shaw, of Basin, spent several days this week in our city looking after business matters.

Jan 29, 1915: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
Mr. C.E. Shaw of Tensleep came down the fore part of the week and has been visiting in Basin.

Mar 19, 1915: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. C.E Shaw of Tensleep came down the latter part of last week, proceeded the next day to Greybull and returned to Basin on Tuesday.

Apr 16, 1915: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw $7.50 for Bailiff salary.

Jun 11, 1915: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
City council pays C.E. Shaw $3 for municipal election judge.

Jun 25, 1915: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
R.J. Extra went down to Greybull last Tuesday where he was engaged in paper hanging for Louis Luft and C.E. Shaw, who will open up a saloon there the first of July.

Aug 26, 1915: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
In honor of her mother, Mrs. J.B. Creek, Mrs. H.W. Holtman gave a very successful whist party yesterday afternoon … Attending… Mrs. C.E. Shaw…

Aug 27, 1915: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
C.E. Shaw was up from Greybull last Saturday.

Sep 10, 1915: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
The following books have been added to the library…. Makers of history given to the library by Mrs. C.E. Shaw, contains 20 volumes.

Sep 24, 1915: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw went to Greybull on Tuesday.

Oct 15, 1915: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
The young people of the Presbyterian church met at the home of their pastor, Rev. J. W. Dickson, on Thursday, October 7th, and organized a young people’s society of Christian endeavor. Those elected to office were Miss…. Those appointed were Elliot Shaw, chairman of the lookout committee…. After the business of the meeting had been attended to, games were played and excellent refreshments were served by Mrs. Dickson. The society meets from 7 to 7:30 every Sunday evening. Everybody is cordially invited.

Dec 3, 1915: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. C.E. Shaw of Greybull visited with Mrs. Shaw and Elliott on Sunday last.

Dec 8, 1915: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn County, Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. C.E. Shaw of Greybull visited with Mrs. Shaw and Elliott on Sunday last.

Dec 17, 1915: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 7):
Mr. C.E. Shaw of Greybull was a visitor with his family in Basin on Tuesday and while here was meeting many friends.

Jan 28, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mr. C.E. Shaw of Greybull was a Basin visitor the fore part of the week, coming up on Sunday and returning the next day.

Feb 18, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Mr. C.E. Shaw of Greybull was a visitor in the county seat on Sunday last.

Feb 18, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1) and
Feb 18, 1916: Worland Grit, Worland, Wyoming (pg 1):
During a row at Greybull which was only one of a series which had been taking place between the combatants for some time past, Steve Pappas, a Greek laborer on the Burlington, was shot and killed by another Greek named Pete Volkenas…
Dr. Chester E. Harris, county coroner, who was notified of the trouble, went to Greybull and empaneled a jury composed of Messrs. C.J. Williams, C.E. Shaw and Abe Reynolds and after hearing the evidence they brought In a verdict to the effect that “Steve Pappas came to his death by a bullet fired from a gun in the hands of Pete Volkenas with intent to do bodily harm.”

Feb 18, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
At her pleasant home on Orchard Bench on Tuesday afternoon, Mrs. Henry Armeling was hostess to a number of ladies who spent the afternoon with auction bridge. Guests were… Mrs. C.E. Shaw…

Mar 3, 1916: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
School notes and Debate team.
Julian Snow, Elliot Shaw and Geo. Zimmerman challenged any other three persons of the B.H.S. to a debate. Raymond Colley, Ernest Avery and Lillian Anderson responded. The question is “Resolved that Germany should have a right to sink armed merchant vessels, of belligerent countries.”

Apr 14, 1916: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 7):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw $170 for county assessor deputy. C.E. Shaw is also disallowed to be payed $34.

Jun 16, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 3):
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw salary of $60 for deputy assessor.

Jul 14, 1916: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
Mrs. C.E. Shaw last Saturday afternoon entertained at bridge in honor of Mrs. S.J. Spaulding.

Sep 15, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 12):
Mrs. D.E. Lewis was hostess on a theater party. Guests were… Mrs. C.E. Shaw.

Sep 19, 1916: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 8):
C.E. Shaw of Greybull was a first of the week visitor in town.

Oct 06, 1916: Thermopolis Independent, Thermopolis, Hot Springs Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
Charles E. Shaw, formerly treasurer of Big Horn county, and one of the old time stock men of the Big Horn basin, is spending the week at the springs.

Oct 20, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 4):
Mr. C.E. Shaw, who had been at Thermopolis taking the baths for rheumatism, came down yesterday and will be in Basin for a couple of days. He is feeling much better.

Dec 1, 1916: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 10):
Mrs. Ruth Donaldson was hostess at a dancing party given at the Library on Tuesday night. With delightful music and the jolliest kind of a crowd the occasion was indeed a happy one, and the many who were present enjoyed it to the fullest. The invited guests were… Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Shaw…

Feb 16, 1917: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2)
County commissioners pay C.E. Shaw $10 for assessor expenses.

Jun 14, 1918: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
County commissioner meeting.
An application from C.E. Shaw for a retail liquor license, to be used in a gyp block building situated in Lots 6 and 7 in Block 3. Greybull, Wyo., was read the first time.

Aug 29, 1919: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 6):
C.E. Shaw, formerly of Greybull, was a visitor in town last Wednesday evening. He has just returned from Nevada where he is heavily interested in mining.

Sep 5, 1919: Basin Republican, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 5):
C.E. Shaw was visiting in town this week with old time friends, and attending the fair.

Oct 31, 1919: Death of Della Chatfield (age 47), Ora’s sister, wife of Elmer and 1st child of Clark S. Chatfield and Mary Elizabeth Morrow in Worland, Washakie Co., Wyoming; of cancer.

Nov 6, 1919: Worland Grit, Worland, Washakie Co., Wyoming:
Della B. Chatfield, wife of Elmer E Chatfield a well known stockman and farmer of this section died at their home north of the City last Friday evening. She had just recently returned from the hospital at Rochester, Minn. and the community held hope the end was not so near. Besides her husband she leaves five daughters, Helen, Marion, Sevilla, Audrey and Babe all residing at home. Funeral services were held at the home last Monday afternoon, the services being in charge of the Rev. William Gorst.

Late 1919: Separation of Charles Elliott Shaw, Sr. & Ora (Chatfield) Shaw. In the 1920 census Ora is living in Los Angeles and Charles resides in Salt Lake City.

Dec 7, 1919: Marriage of Charles Elliott Shaw, Jr. & Gladys Forbes Simonds, in Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming. Charles is the only child of Charles Elliott Shaw, Sr. & Ora (Chatfield) Shaw.

Jan 5, 1920: Federal Census for Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming:
Shaw, Elliott C.: Head, rents, age 20, married, born Wyoming, father born Illinois, mother born Kansas, business
Gladys B.: Wife, age 17, married, born Ohio, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio
Note: Son of Charles Elliot Shaw & Ora L. Chatfield. Elliot is transcribed as Ellen in the census index.

Jan 9, 1920: Federal Census for Los Angeles, Los Angeles Co., California:
Shaw, Ora C: head, age 39, married, born Nebraska, father born Ohio, mother born Illinois, no occ.
Note: Ora is age 46.

Jan 16, 1920: Federal Census for Salt Lake City Ward 5, Salt Lake Co., Utah:
Shaw, Chas E: roomer in Grand Hotel, So Main, age 60, married, born Iowa, father born Ohio, mother born Ohio, no occ.
Note: Charles E. Shaw is listed along with 34 other roomers

Feb 20, 1920: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 12):
Mr. C.E. Shaw, who had been visiting over in Salt Lake, returned the fore part of the week and is for the time being making his home with Mr. and Mrs. Elliott Shaw.

Apr 9, 1920: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 2):
Mr. and Mrs. Elliot Shaw returned on Monday after a trip to Billings.

Nov 19, 1920: Big Horn County Rustler, Basin, Big Horn Co., Wyoming (pg 1):
District court cases.
A decree of divorce granted Charles E. Shaw in the case of Charles E. Shaw vs. Ora C. Shaw.

1922: Voter Registration Index, Los Angeles Precinct No. 213, Los Angeles Co., California:
Shaw, Mrs Ora C, hswf, 1627 S Flower st, R
Note: 1617 S. Flower Street looks to be a boarding house or apartment as several residents are listed.

1924: Voter Registration Index, Los Angeles Precinct No. 2, Los Angeles Co., California:
Shaw, Mrs Ora C, hswf, 1268 W. 90th st. R

Jun 28, 1925: Marriage of Charles Elliot Shaw, Sr. &  Mable Amelia (Butlin) Mcdonald (age 50, a widow), in Farmington, Davis Co., Utah
Note: Mabel is the daughter of William Butlin & Catherine Sherrick; her 1st husband, Charles Grant Macdonald, a farmer and general store owner in Manderson, Big Horn Co., Wyoming, died Oct 12, 1922 by suicide (age 56). They had three children:
1. Roy Addison McDonald
1898–1945
2. Guy Butlin McDonald
1907–1907
3. Walter David “Walt” McDonald
1911–2001

Jun 28, 1925: Utah Select Marriage Record:
Name Charles E. Shaw
Gender: Male
Marital Status: Divorced
Race: White
Marriage Age: 58
Event Type: Marriage
Birth Date: 23 May 1867
Birth Place: Keokuk, Iowa
Marriage Date: 28 Jun 1925
Marriage Place: Farmington, Davis, Utah
Father: A.J. Shaw
Mother: Emma Baird
Spouse: Mabel Mcdonald [Mabel Butlin]
Gender: Female
Marital Status: Widowed
Race: White
Marriage Age: 50
Event Type: Marriage
Birth Date: 13 Aug 1874
Birth Place: Crator, Iowa
Marriage Date: 28 Jun 1925
Marriage Place: Farmington, Davis, Utah
Father: Wm. Butlin
Mother: Catherine Sherrick
Spouse: Charles E. Shaw
FHL Film Number 484359
Reference ID cn 4963

1926: Voter Registration Index, Los Angeles Precinct No. 727, Los Angeles Co., California:
Shaw, Mrs Ora C, hswf, 625 S Flower st, clrk, R

Apr 8, 1930: Federal Census for Los Angeles City, Los Angeles Co., California:
Shaw, Ora C.: lodger, age 56, divorced, born Nebraska, father born Illinois, mother born Ohio, clerk in gift shop
Note: Ora is living at the Finkle Arms Apartments or the Empire Hotel in the city of Los Angeles.

May 18, 1932: Death of Charles Elliot Shaw, Sr. (age 72). Charles is buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., California

1934: Voter Registration Index, Howard Precinct No. 2, Los Angeles Co., California:
Shaw, Charles E, 1254 W 90th st, R
Shaw, Mrs Sophie M, 1254 W 90th st, R
Shaw, Mrs Ora C, 1258 W 90th st, D
Note: Ora (age 60) is living with her son (age 35) and daughter-in-law (age 50)

Jul 24, 1936: Death of Ora Lovina (Chatfield) Shaw (age 63), in Los Angeles Co., California

Jul 24, 1936: California Death Index:
Name: Ora Shaw
Birth Year: abt 1873
Death Date: 24 Jul 1936
Age at Death: 63
Death Place: Los Angeles, California, USA

Ora is buried alongside her former husband, Charles Elliott Shaw, Sr., in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, Los Angeles Co., California

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Apr 9, 2007: Rootsweb notes from Warren Bower, researcher and friend of the Elmer Chatfield family and a school mate of Beverly Kelly, granddaughter of Elmer & Della Chatfield:
Note: Progressive Men of Wyoming has a Charles E. Shaw marrying Ora Chatfield at Buffalo, Johnson Co., Wyoming August 31, 1898. They lived very close to Elmer Chatfield in Spring creek precinct, Big Horn County, Wyoming. They had a child in 1899 named Charles E. Shaw, Jr. Ora was the daughter of C.S. Chatfield and M.E. Morrow Chatfield and born in Nebraska.
I follow this line for a friend who descends through Elmer Chatfield and his wife Della who is a daughter of Clark. Married cousins I guess. I have not located Clark in either the 1860 or 1870 census. Beverley Kelly believes Clark had a marriage prior to Mary Morrow and links the daughter Ida to this prior marriage. It was to have occurred in Atchison County, Missouri. She is Sevilla Chatfield’s daughter. Quite a family. I am from the Big Horn Basin (80 years old) so I remember many of those involved. Ora and her husband were located on Otter Creek in the Spring Creek Precinct, Big Horn county not far from where Elmer was located. I believe Ora and Charles Shaw only had one child, also a Charles Shaw. Ora and Shaw divorced. 1900 census. He owned his own place and was a farmer. He had 4 hired men. They had been married two years and had a son Charles E. Jr. born Oct 1899. The 1910 census he is listed as a Stock Man and they are living in Basin, Wyoming. They still have one child now referred to as Elliot C Shaw age 10. (same one but using the middle name and probably middle name of father) in Basin City.
Clark Chatfield, Jr. was located about 35-30 miles north of there and had married an Ida who was almost certainly a Hyatt, a daughter of Samuel W. Hyatt.
All for now, Warren. Have a happy 228th Independence Day.

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Family line of Andrew Jackson Shaw & Emiline “Emma” Bair:

Andrew Jackson “A.J.” Shaw
7th of 11 children of Osborn Shaw & Catherine Hill
Occupation: Farmer, schoolteacher, broom manufacturer
Born: Feb 28, 1831, Muskingum Co., Ohio
Died: Oct 20, 1884 (age 53), Iowa
Buried: Farmington Cemetery in Farmington, Van Buren Co., Iowa
Married: Sep 25, 1856, Emma Baird, Muskingum Co., Ohio
Children: Charles Elliott Shaw

Emiline “Emma” Baird
Daughter of Jacob Baird & Matilda Flesher
Born: Sep 4, 1835, Muskingum Co., Iowa
Died: May 20, 1902 (age 66), Iowa
Buried: Farmington Cemetery in Farmington, Van Buren Co., Iowa
Married: Sep 25, 1856, Andrew Jackson Shaw, Muskingum Co., Ohio
Children: Charles Elliott Shaw

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Clara Detrick/Dietrich
6th of 10 children of Andrew Joseph Detrick & Susan/Susannah M. Harrington
Occupation: Postmistress, general storekeeper
Born: May 23, 1863, Leon, Decatur Co., Iowa
Died: Oct 28, 1955 (age 92), Terra Bella, Tulare Co., California
Buried: Vandalia Cemetery in Porterville, Tulare Co., California
Married: Feb 26, 1890, Oliver Sheridan Tyler, Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho
Divorced: 1909, Idaho
Remarried: Aug 27, 1932, Oliver Sheridan Tyler, Seattle, King Co., Washington
Three children: Lorlie Olive Tyler, Anna T. “Annie” Tyler, Eulalie Tyler

Oliver Sheridan “O.S.” Tyler
5th of 6 children of Joseph B. Tyler & Mary Sheridan
Born: Dec 5, 1861, Illinois
Died: Jul 28, 1942 (age 80), Granite Falls, Snohomish Co., Washington
Buried: Evergreen-Washelli Memorial Park in Seattle, King Co., Washington
Married (1): Feb 26, 1890, Clara Detrick/Dietrich, Weiser, Washington Co., Idaho
Divorced: 1909, Idaho
Married (2): 1909, Sarah Jennie Maryatt, Malheur Co., Oregon
Sarah Maryatt (b. Jul 13, 1858 – d. Jul 8, 1932)
Remarried (3): Aug 27, 1932, Clara Detrick/Dietrich, Seattle, King Co., Washington
Three children: Lorlie Olive Tyler, Anna T. “Annie” Tyler, Eulalie Tyler
1. Lorlie Olive Tyler
1891 – 1961
2. Anna T. “Annie” Tyler
1894 – 1990
3. Eulalie Tyler
1900 – 1974

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Family line of Andrew Joseph Detrick & Susan/Susannah M. Harrington:

Andrew Joseph Detrick
Son of Peter Detrick/Dietrich & Catherine Keiser 
Born: Mar 2, 1828, Zanesville, Muskingum Co., Ohio
Died: Jan 22, 1893 (age 64), Des Moines, Polk Co., Iowa; cerebral hemorrhage, alcoholism
Buried: Leon Cemetery in Leon, Decatur Co., Iowa; Sec D, Row 27, Lot 71 (buried under name of Dedrick A.J.)
Military: Civil War, Union Army; 3rd Iowa Cavalry, company of John W. Warner
Occupation: Merchant, printer, newspaper owner, real estate agent
Married: Jun 27, 1849, Susannah M. “Susan” Harrington, Beardstown, Cass Co., Illinois
Note: Susan was age 16, Andrew age 21
Ten children

Susannah M. “Susan” Harrington
2nd of 6 children of Sylvanus Harrington/Herrington & Jane Anderson 
Born: Oct 14, 1883, Beardstown, Cass Co., Illinois
Died Feb 6, 1895 (age 61), Payette, Payette Co., Idaho
Buried: Leon Cemetery in Leon, Decatur Co., Iowa; Sec D, Row 12, Lot 17, to right of her husband, no headstone
Married: Jun 27, 1849, Andrew Joseph “John” Detrick/Dietrich, Beardstown, Cass Co., Illinois
Note: Susan was age 16, Andrew age 21
Ten children:
1. Charles Wesley Detrick
1850–1922
2. Phillip Sylvanus Detrick
1852–1901
3. Eliza Jane Detrick
1854–1926 (buried in Nampa, Canyon Co., Idaho)
4. Amanda Estella “Nanna/Nana” Detrick
1857–aft 1920 census
5. Catherine “Kate” Detrick
1858–1937
6. Clara D. Detrick
1863–1955
7. Andrew James Detrick
1865–1866
8. James Detrick
1867–1880
9. Buddy Detrick
1867–1867
10. Elizabeth “Bessie/Bess” Detrick
1869–1951

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Oliver Sheridan Tyler
Oliver’s parents are Joseph B. Tyler and Mary Sheridan (marriage records confirm the names). He has a brother, Thomas Isaiah Tyler. A family photo of the brothers in later life has a caption of twin brothers. There are no birth records that can be found confirming this. Other records show they were both born on December 5th but in different years.

In 1880, the census shows Oliver lived in Colorado. Oliver married Clara Detrick February 26, 1890 in Idaho. They had three daughters: Lorlie Olive, Anna T, and Eulalie. Clara and Oliver divorced in 1909 before the girls were grown.

The 1900 census records show that the Langley’s and Tyler’s lived next to each other in Idaho. Oliver married Jennie Langley in 1909. At the bottom of the bio is an excerpt from an Idaho history book that fellow contributor Amanda Fox entered. Read more about their time together. Oliver remarried Clara on August 27, 1932 after Jennie died in July of 1932. Oliver lived with his daughter Lorlie until his death in 1942.

The beautiful home of O.S. Tyler occupies a commanding building site that gives him a splendid view of the surrounding country. He concentrates his efforts and attention upon the tilling of the soil and success in substantial measure is attending his labors. Since 1890 he has resided in Idaho and previous to that time made his home for a number of years in Colorado but is a native of Illinois, his birth having there occurred December 5, 1860. He is a son of Joseph B. and Mary (Sherman) Tyler, the former a native of New York and of Scotch-Irish descent, while the latter was born in South Carolina. They were married in Indiana and in the early ’30s went to Illinois, where the father followed farming. The mother passed away in that state in 1881 and in 1884 Joseph B. Tyler removed to Colorado, his son, O.S. Tyler, having previously gone to Leadville, that state, in 1879. The father continued a resident of Colorado until his death, passing away at Aspen in 1889.

O.S. Tyler was nineteen years of age when he made his way to the west. He followed mining at Leadville, Colorado, until 1890, when he came to the Payette valley of Idaho and homesteaded one hundred and sixty acres of land two and a half miles east of New Plymouth. After improving that place he sold it and purchased other property. At one time he owned two hundred and forty acres at Gess station, on the Emmett Railroad, between New Plymouth and Emmett. This property he also sold and then spent three years in the employ of Clinton Hyatt, of Boise, who was engaged in land development work. Mr. Tyler then returned to Payette county and purchased his present place of twenty acres, which he now cultivates, and in addition he has the care of twenty acres owned by his brother, I.T. Tyler. He raises alfalfa and carries on dairying upon his home place and has his brother’s place in wheat save for a tract of ten acres which has been planted to orchards.

Mr. Tyler was united in marriage to Mrs. Jennie (Maryatt) Langley, who was the widow of William Langley of Weiser and is a native of Pennsylvania. By her first marriage she had two children: Lillian B., who is a teacher and lives at home; and Beatrice, the wife of Willard Detrick, by whom she has six children. Through thirty years’ residence in Idaho, O.S. Tyler has become widely known in Payette county and the many sterling traits of his character have firmly established him in public regard. Throughout the period of his residence in the northwest he has used his opportunities wisely and well and as the reward of his earnest labors has gained a substantial competence through his farming operations.
Note: Information provided by Amanda Fox

Jul 28, 1942: Death of Oliver Sheridan “O.S.” Tyler (age 80), Granite Falls, Snohomish Co., Washington. 

Burial of Oliver Sheridan “O.S.” Tyler in the Evergreen-Washelli Memorial Park in Seattle, King Co., Washington; Section 4, Lot 0117, Grave 1-A

Oct 28, 1955: Death of Clara (Detrick) Tyler (age 92), in Terra Belle, Tulare Co., California

Nov 1, 1955: Burial of  Clara (Detrick) Tyler in the Vandalia Cemetery in Porterville, Tulare Co., California; plot 83-1-5

Note: Thank you to Terril Mills, who provided a cache of records and a number of photos for this part of the Chatfield history, and to Mike Chrichett, Karen Lawrence, and Amanda Fox, who contributed pictures and history of Clara Detrick and Oliver Tyler.

Note: The cemetery and headstones pictures are from Find A Grave and are the property of those who photographed them.

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