Chilcote_Collection_no_
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Chilcote_Collection_no_ Notes: Sepia image of a grave site. The tombstone is made from a large bolder which has been carved out in the center. A rock cross has been placed in the cavity along with a plaque identifying the grave as " J.C. Cooney. Killed by Victorio's Apaches. April 29. 1880. Aged 40 years." Image mounted on an off-white matte board. Verso: Written in black ink; "Wiley 13 J.C. Cooney grave at Mogollon N Mex." Subject: Late 19th or early 20th century photograph; New Mexico- Landscape; Ceremonial Artifact- Tombstone Publisher: Silver City Museum Collection: Silver City Museum