Thompson, Albert W., 1864-

Albert W. Thompson, pioneer Clayton businessman, publisher, civic leader, and historian, was born in Belfast, Maine on May 17, 1864. After living in Colorado he moved to New Mexico. Thompson entered the sheep and real estate businesses in Clayton, N.M. in 1889. Also in 1889, Thompson purchased the Clayton Enterprise, which he operated for two years. In 1905 he relocated to Denver, Colo., but maintained Clayton business interests, and continued to contribute historical columns to local newspapers, as well as writing for Colorado Magazine, and Cattleman. Thompson died on May 10, 1951.

From the description of Papers, 1893-1948. (University of New Mexico-Main Campus). WorldCat record id: 41640004

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