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In the summer of 1877 prospector Ed Schieffelin was working the hills east of the San Pedro River in the southeast portion of the Arizona Territory, when he came across a vein of very rich silver ore in a high plateau called Goose Flats. When Schieffelin filed his mining claim he named it "The Tombstone", after a warning given him by a passing soldier. By 1882, Tombstone had become a booming mining town with a population close to 10,000.

Tombstone gained much noteriety for lawlessness and constant conflicts between northern capitalists and southern cowboys. This climaxed with the famous gunfight at OK Corral - October 26, 1881. About 30 shots were fired in 30 seconds. Although only three men were killed during the gunfight, it is generally regarded as the most famous gunfight in the history of the Old West.

The Tombstone Historic District is a National Historic Landmark District. The town's focus on tourism has threatened the town's designation as a National Historic Landmark District, a designation it earned in 1961 as "one of the best preserved specimens of the rugged frontier town of the 1870s and '80s."

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Stay luxurious vacation homes, some located right on the lakeshore. Many feature a piece of history. Non-Smoking and fully equipped with appliances. Nightly and weekly rates are both available.

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Snowflake Comfort Inn Located in the White Mountains. Over 50 Historic buildings, homes, museums, and rodeo arenas. Four 18-hole municipal golf courses, over 30 lakes, skiing, Petrified Forest, and Painted Desert all within 60 miles. Pet Accomodation.

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Flagstaff Radisson Woodlands Upscale hotel located in the heart of Northern Arizona's recreational areas and cultural attractions. Deluxe guest rooms and suites available. Sakura Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar and Woodlands Cafe offer several dining options. Activities include hiking, biking, golf, tennis, shopping and skiing.

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