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January 18, 2023 www.DesertMessenger.com 25 In Memoriam Sites to see around Quartzsite THERE IS A LOT OF HISTORY in this area, from the pioneers and settlers who came here and settled into the town that is now Quartzsite; to prospectors and ranchers, whose decedents still live in the town. THE HI JOLLY CEMETERY is operated and maintained by the Town of Quartzsite for the purposes of providing a cemetery, historic site and park. The Hi Jolly monument is in the pioneer section of the cemetery. The monument is a favorite of visitors to Arizona. The Hi Jolly Memorial at the cemetery in Quartzsite pays tribute to Hadji Ali, one of several camel drivers brought over by the U.S. Army in a failed attempt to introduce camels to the American Southwest. After the experiment was abandoned, Ali was the only driver to remain in Arizona. He took up prospecting, and became known to locals as "Hi Jolly". He is by far the most colorful of the camel drivers because he remained in the desert southwest and became a prospector, scout and was a courier for what was called the Jackass Mail. He was a packer, hauling freight in the area also. Hi Jolly died in December of 1902. In 1936 the Arizona Depart- ment of Transportation erected a monument over his grave. TYSON'S WELL STAGE STATION MUSEUM is operated by the Quartzsite His- torical Society. The original adobe stage station was built in 1866 by Charley Tyson at its present loca- tion. It was an important way sta- tion on the California-Arizona line because of excellent water and grass for the horses. Miners and freight- ers, hauling mining equipment and military supplies from the river port at Ehrenberg, to the Territori- al Capital at Prescott, also stopped here. Accommodations were primi- tive at best. The Quartzsite Historical Society opened Tyson's Well Museum in February 1980, after extensive resto- ration work. Artifacts were gathered from interested citizens, as well as photographs and old mining equip- ment and placed inside and outside the building. The dirt floor in one of the rooms was maintained for au- thenticity. The ceiling of the main room consists of saguaro ribs, and the original fireplace is still in use during the winter. Outside in the yard is the origi- nal assay shack from the Marquita Mine, which offers a peek into the everyday life of the miners. Also, in the yard is the skeleton of the famous 47-Armed Saguaro from US 60 roadside stop west of town. The handiwork of Walter Barrett is a little village of cement and stone houses built during his retirement and donated to the museum. Parking is in the back. Free Admis- sion to Museum. Donations are ac- cepted. Winter Hours: November- March Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 4pm The museum is located at 161 W Main St., next to Silly Al's Pizza. Learn more at: www.quartzsite- museum.org or call the museum at (928) 927-5229. BOUSE FISHERMAN The Bouse Fisherman is an Inta- glio also known as a geoglyph or earth figure. These very large earth figures were created many years ago by American Indians. The fisherman was first spotted in 1932 on the des- JOYCE ANN SNYDER Nov, 16, 1943 – Nov. 30, 2022 Joyce Ann Snyder was born No- vember 16, 1943 in Muncie, Indiana to James and Winifred M. King. She left Muncie with her sister, Nancy and son Allen and niece and headed west. They broke down in Oklahoma and stayed at the Salva- tion Army until the car was fixed. They moved onto Carson California in 1970. She was a dancer, waitress and cook to provide for her fam- ily living throughout the area from Salome, to Parker, to Wickenburg, Arizona. She finally arrived in Quartzsite in 1982 where she met Donald R. Sny- der. They were married December 18, 1989 at the Baptist Church. In August 2000 Joyce and Don found- ed both the VFW Post 769 and the Ladies Auxiliary. Don was the first Commander and Joyce was the first Auxiliary President. The canteen is named for Don Snyder. Joyce was active in the VFW Auxiliary even after Don's passing. She was also active in her church. She sang in the choir at the Alliance Church. She love to dress up and was always dressed like a lady. She went to be with the Lord and her mother, hus- band and sister on November 30, 2022. She is survived by her son Allen, sister Phyllis, niece Dianna, grandsons Josh and Jackie, and 5 great grandchildren. She was the Founding VFW Auxilia- ry President and was President when she left us. A memorial will be held at the VFW Post 769 at a later date. ert floor when George Palmer, a pi- lot, saw an enormous human figure with outstretched hands. In 1984, the Colorado River Indian Tribes sponsored a flight which led to a second discovery of the Bouse Fish- erman. Bouse residents and others collected money and installed posts and a cable fence around the site. A bronze plaque was set into a stone pillar to commemorate the site hop- ing for preservation for all. To get there - North out of Quartzsite on Highway 95 for 5.4 miles, then turn right on Plomosa Road. 6 miles up the road look for fences on your left. Inside the far- thest fence you will find the Rock Alignment and 1.3 miles farther up the road you come to a second "sce- nic view parking" sign. Park and follow path up the hill to see the In- taglios. GPS coordinates for Bouse Fisherman: N33.4745 W114.0557. CELIA'S RAINBOW GARDENS Located at the north end of Quartzsite Town Park on Plymouth Rd. This 20 acre section is a beauti- ful nature trail with several special areas along the trails. It includes a miniature pioneer village, a min- ing display, rock and gem pavilion, veterans' area, and much more. It's a work in progress started by Paul & Joanne Winer, the parents of Ce- lia Anne Winer, an 8-year old who died in 1994. The volunteer project has become one of the most visited parts of the area. Be sure to take your camera to capture your own memories of the flora and fauna while walking the trails. For more info visit www.Quartz- siteTourism.com or drop in to Quartzsite Chamber & Tourism, lo- cated across from McDonald's, 1240 W. Main St. Open 10am-2pm Mon- day thru Saturday. 928-927-5200.

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