Josie Moore Crum

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Josie Moore Crum

1888–1972

A local Colorado historian with a gift for preserving place and memory, she wrote about Ouray County in a way that keeps everyday lives close and vivid. Her work reflects a deep interest in regional history, community stories, and the landscapes of southwestern Colorado.

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Three little lines : $b Silverton Railroad, Silverton, Gladstone & Northerly, Silverton Northern

Three little lines : $b Silverton Railroad, Silverton, Gladstone & Northerly, Silverton Northern

by Josie Moore Crum

About the author

Josie Moore Crum is known for writing about the history of Ouray County, Colorado, including Ouray County, Colorado: The Agencies and the Indians, Dallas, Ouray and Mining, Ridgway, We the Kids. The book has been cataloged by libraries and is remembered as part of Colorado local-history writing.

Reliable biographical information about her appears to be limited online, so only a few personal details can be confirmed from the sources reviewed. A memorial record identifies her as Josie Mary Moore Crum.

Even with the public record being sparse, her writing stands out for helping preserve the stories of a particular region. For listeners drawn to Western history, mining communities, and the texture of local life, her work offers a grounded view of Colorado's past.