Cripple Creek
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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The individuals who are part of a group of tourists are stuck near the bottom of Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine in Cripple Creek.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2024
But a verified Twitter account for Ghostface that has been advertising “Scream VI” re-tweeted several screenshots of the real-life appearances in cities such as Flagstaff, Ariz., and Cripple Creek, Colo.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 3, 2023
The blaze, now known as the High Park Fire, broke out Thursday near the former mining town of Cripple Creek.
From Seattle Times ● May 14, 2022
While the Cripple Creek and Victor Gold Mining Company has restored mining to the town and brought upwards of 500 jobs, the modern-day, open-pit operation also has drawn criticism for its land use.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 27, 2015
Laborers in the Cripple Creek mining district would not organize and win their rights for another generation.
From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell
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