GC45417 Those Vermin (Traditional Cache) in Colorado, United States created by winning

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Hidden : 1/29/2013

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Size: Size: small (small)

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Geocache Description:

Another Indian cache. For generations the Utes camped along Four Mile Creek. This true event took place very near here.

An article in the Canon City Times dated 1/21/1875 told the story of this sad affair. A local rancher named Marksberry lost his life. Mr. Marksberry had purchased a pony from a fellow who said he had bought it from an Indian. Marksberry was visiting town when an Indian, belonging to Chief Ouray's band passed by and recognized it as one he'd lost last spring. He took off the saddle and bridle and proceeded to take the animal. Marksberry followed and near their camp he found the pony in an enclosure with other horses. He took possession of the pony and left. He was followed by the Indian who shot him in the back, killing him. The article went on regarding this unfortunate affair plainly pointing out the danger of letting Indians roam freely, off their reservation. It read " How long will those vermin be permitted, contrary to the orders of the Department (of Indian Affairs), to spend great portions of their time away from their reservations." The Indian whose name was Tabweah was later released from jail for want of convicting evidence.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)