Kirkyard # 4
Kirkyard, Graveyard, or Cemetery???
This is the Fourth in our series of Kirkyards. A Kirkyard, Graveyard, or Cemetery differ according to its history and location. This resting place is a cemetery because the grounds do not contain a church or place of worship.
(Bow Cemetery)
Skagit County, Washington
Bow Cemetery was established in 1892 just a short distance south of the city of Bow. It is located in Skagit County, on the Samish Bay.
Bow was originally known as Brownsville, after William J Brown, who homestead the town site in 1869. The advent of the railroad resulted in a population boom and the need for a post office. Apparently inspired by the growth brought by the railroad, Brown suggested the new name of Bow, after the large railway station in London, England. Although this is the most common belief, there are some who believe it was named after homesteader James T. Bow. .
Cache Notes
As a note of importance, we will not locate a cache in any area that disturbs a resting place or requires inappropriate activity. In other words, you will not need to walk on any graves or disturb anything on or around the grounds.
Cache Notes:
** Congratulations to Brewman65 and Roadboss123 for being FTF.
** Container will hold signatures only.
** Please don’t disturb the clientele.
** Have fun!