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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUCF_elephant-butte-dam_Truth-or-Consequences-NM.html
Pueblo Indians irrigated and farmed the Rio Grande Valley for several hundred years before the Spaniards arrived and continued the tradition. Built between 1910-1916, Elephant Butte Dam when completed was the world's largest irrigation reservoir. …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUCC_truth-or-consequences_Truth-or-Consequences-NM.html
In 1581, Capitan Franciso Sanchez Chamuscado took possession of this region for the King of Spain naming it Ojo de Zoquete (mud spring) in the province of San Felipe. Native Americans first used these springs for healing; in early 20th century, Eu…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUC1_elephant-butte-lake-state-park_Truth-or-Consequences-NM.html
Situated beside the huge, 36,000-acre Elephant Butte Reservoir, this is one of the largest and most popular parks in New Mexico. It combines boating, waterskiing, fishing and other water-based sports with land activities such as camping, picnickin…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUC0_magnolia-ellis-magnificent-magnolia_Truth-or-Consequences-NM.html
(front)Magnolia Ellis was a healer with a special gift. She opened a clinic in Hot Springs, today's Truth or Consequences. Patients claimed to have a feeling of electricity when she touched them. Recognized by most notable doctors of the day, she …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUBZ_truth-or-consequences_Truth-or-Consequences-NM.html
In 1581, Capit?n Francisco S?nchez Chamuscado took possession of this region for the King of Spain, naming it the Province of San Felipe. Significant European settlement of the area, however, did not occur until the mid-1800s. Once called Hot Spri…