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Rio Grande Sand in Your Shoes (Paperback, New)
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Told through the eyes of Isabel Ziegler, this book provides an
important contribution to the historical literature of Espanola,
New Mexico and the surrounding communities through its portraits of
local people and events. Isabel and her husband, Dr. Samuel
Ziegler, and their two young sons moved to Espanola in early 1946
as a result of Dr. Ziegler's having been invited to help build a
local hospital. The Zieglers soon became involved in their
community. Isabel helped start a local library, was a member of the
noted local trio, Las Conquistadoras, and became the first woman
president of the Espanola Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Ziegler carried
on a busy medical practice as general surgeon and physician, and
also served on the Espanola City Council for over twenty years-even
running for State Senator against northern New Mexico Democratic
boss, Emilio Naranjo. Included are stories about Arthur and Phoebe
Pack of the Ghost Ranch in Abiquiu who were the original donors for
the hospital; Carolyn Dozier, a helper and friend of Isabel's from
Santa Clara Pueblo; and Ben Talachi, a San Juan Indian who worked
for the Zieglers at their home. There are also accounts of the
Zieglers' experiences with Hamilton and Jean Garland of the fabled
Swan Lake Ranch in Alcalde, and with the retired concert pianist
John Marsh and his wife, Mary, from nearby Quartales. Lastly, there
is a memorable portrait of Georgia O'Keeffe who was a patient of
Dr. Ziegler's for over 30 years, and a friend of the family. The
book also reveals accounts of local politics and business, always
with attention given to local people who participated. All in all,
an important insight into the working and development of a local
community.
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