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Eldon Russell poses on the plank flooring of the adobe home where he was born and reared. He and his cousin, Wanda Russell Truman have many fond memories of their life hereatGrafton. PICTURESQUE Wonzo Russell built this sturdy log cabin for wife number two. It is still in good condition considering its age. Even some of the original wallpaper is still in place. If TAH CONTAINS a sizable number of i o ghost towns, many of which were |f former railroad or agricultural settlements. Grafton—on the Virgin River in Southern Utah —is described as the "most picturesque" of them all. This old ghost town was an agricultural settlement and her story is of considerable interest. What is unusual about Crafton is, that though she was settled 116 years ago and abandoned 83 years later, the love and devotion for the little town remains alive and strong today. The ghost town of Grafton was on our • list of places to visit when we renewed our acquaintance with Zion National Park last November. We spent the first few days enjoying the great formations and glorious fall colors. The campgrounds were much improved compared to our last visit of many years ago. The displays and nightly programs at the Visitor Center were excellent. Early one clear, crisp morning (the temperature had dropped to 27 degrees 20 Desert/November 1978
Wanda Russell Truman stands in front of the house her grandfather, Alonzo Russell, built for his first wife—some 115 years ago. Wanda's parents and their children, occupied the house for many years. GRAFTON by during the night), we left the Park and followed the Virgin River to Rockville. In th
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