Western Women - Mary Frances "Mamie" Fossett Traditional Cache

(1878 - ????) - Appointed as a U.S. Deputy Marshal by C.H. Thompson of Guthrie, Oklahoma, Fossett was one of the few women to be appointed as a deputy during the 19th century. She came to Oklahoma during the land rush to find a homestead, was well educated, and performed the same duties as male officers, including serving writs and warrants, and making arrests.

This will be my sixth year of cache series in Arizona. I hope you enjoy them and the stories behind them. Another desert cache. Please respect the land and stay on the trails. As always, desert rules apply -- take plenty of water and watch out for the critters and and stickers.