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Arapahoe County and probably supported by the hard-pressed horse racing industry to save the racetrack and industry in Colorado. To save horse racing, the concept is to turn the track into a casino with 2,500 slot machines and make it a huge, one-of-a-kind casino in the Denver metro area. The amendment excludes any other casinos from entering the market by a constitutional manThis edition of the Colorado dated vote. Gambler spells out some of the isBoo – what a bunch of garbage sues surrounding Amendment 68, to promote an out-of-state casino regarding racetrack casino gamhiding behind a faltering racetrack bling. industry. We don’t blame the folks Putting it mildly, this is a befor this attempted end run that has trayal of the compact to establish been rejected by the legislature for legal gambling in our three mouna decade and voted down once betain towns 23 years ago. Millions fore by an 80 percent margin. Who and millions of dollars have been invested in Cripple Creek, Black By Bob Sweeney wouldn’t like to own a single casino in the Denver market with any other Hawk and Central City since legalized gambling arrived on the scene. The state- competition ruled out by the state Constitution? The well-funded effort this time could prove wide vote created more than $100 million per year in tax dollars to the state, along with creat- fatal for the existing gaming towns that have moved forward in good faith making huge ining 10,000 new jobs. Amendment 68 puts all of this at risk with vestments in these towns and Colorado. Amendment 68 is being promoted as a way the establishment of ONE casino in Arapahoe County – almost immediately – and two others to add an estimated $100 million with the tax in Pueblo and Mesa counties if they re-estab- money going to K-12 education, although at the present time, no school district has asked for or lished horse racing after a five-year period. To my knowledge, the new casino is not be- supported this bill. The present gaming tax revenue flows to ing sponsored or promoted by any of the existing licensed casinos operating now in Colo- the state and then back to nine counties for assistance, state parks and recreation, historical rado. Amendment 68 is being pushed by East- preservation and the state community college ern ownership of the existing Arapahoe Park funds. If gambling was ever allowed in other venracing establishment located in far southeast

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ues, the present licensee should have the first opportunity to expand to the new marketplace. Never should one business be granted a statewide franchise in our Constitution, such as this flawed amendment seeks. Currently the casinos have met market demands, have provided convenient bus services, have employed an estimated 10,000 tax-paying employees, many of whom would lose their jobs if the one mega-casino was voted into existence by Amendment 68, which is estimated to employ 200 people. Arapahoe County is moving forward in opposing this ballot amendment, but as a governmental unit have to follow state laws on making official announcements against this amendment. County officials can, of course, speak their minds about the proposal, as well as the Arapahoe County Citizen Budget Committee that voted 15-0 to not support the proposed amendment. It is just not fair, probably unconstitutional, and a real slap in the face for our existing casinos that have done everything asked of them and more. It drains the money away from Cripple Creek, Black Hawk and Central City that would lose this solid tax base and probably put these cities on the edge of bankruptcy. This is a very serious threat to the industry and employees, gamblers and those who like the industry must vote “NO” on this proposal and do everything possible to defeat the tampering with the state Constitution allowing a single metro casinowww.coloradogambler.com franchise. We need to beat this dead horse.

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Arapahoe County gambling proposal under fire

By Bob Sweeney he Arapahoe County Citizen Budget Committee held its monthly session at the County Courthouse in Littleton, Aug. 13, commencing at 6:30 p.m. The group is appointed from all areas of the county by the commissioners to address citizen concerns about countywide expenditures and protecting citizens pocketbooks. They were concerned about the gambling industry relocating to Arapahoe County with few local county controls and votes, and that was the agenda item for the monthly session. The meeting was highlighted by the attendance of County Commissioner Nancy Doty and her interest and concerns about Amendment 68 amending the state Constitution to permit casino gambling at horse racetracks in Arapahoe, Mesa and Pueblo counties, limited to one racetrack in each county, and to distribute new casino gaming revenue. County budget officer Todd Weaver distributed information materials presenting both sides of the issue. A county legal department representative was in attendance along with Greg Romberg, who represents Arapahoe County in legislative matters at the state legislature. Katy Atkinson, president of her public relations firm, was present representing the casino industry that is a client of her firm. She addressed the negative impacts of the ballot proposal. There was no spokesman present for the racetrack proposal. After several hours of discussion, Committee Chairman Jamie Wollman described Amendment 68 as “Putting garbage in the state Constitution.” She called for a straw poll of the 15 members present of any support for the amendment and nary a vote was cast in favor of the ballot measure. While several Aurora delegates asked questions about job opportunities and business development they did not vote in favor of supporting the proposed amendment.

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Primary budget economic concerns were voiced by members about roads, in particular the Quincy and Gun Club intersection, and other avenues into the proposed casino site at Arapahoe Park, the only remaining horse track still operating within the state. While two other counties are mentioned under the proposed amendment, it would take five years to qualify for gaming and the horseracing tracks would have to be reopened and operated for a five-year period. Points were made that placing these additional counties on the ballot issue was a political attempt to draw more statewide support and favorable votes from Pueblo and Mesa counties for the November election. Other stumbling blocks for the ballot issue were complete state control over the casino industry and the fact that Arapahoe County would not receive any of the tax revenues and would be faced with huge costs in law enforcement, infrastructure, traffic and roads with these costs not spelled out prior to the passage of the amendment. The ballot measure calls for the county to have to negotiate impact fees with the operators of the new gaming facility following the election if the issue passed. Ballot language also allows just one casino in each named county, preventing any future competition within the gaming indus-

try. Such language would be very strange placed into the state Constitution, allowing just one of any type of business in any location by law. There was considerable discussion on how the committee could oppose the measure and what was legal for them to do under state election laws. Commissioner Doty advised the group that the county could not spend money either “for” or “against” this issue or other ballot issues.

Committee member Tom Tanner spoke about the road issues in Aurora and challenges with transportation and road expenditures. Jared Ingwalson voiced his opposition to the ballot issue and told to the group that they could all write letters and speak out individually on the ballot proposal. The committee may issue more guidance after future meetings as a group within legal election guidelines. Additional concerns centered around the county’s lack of control and that the state governs and controls all gambling activities. Amendment 68 does not give local voters the option to decide if gambling should be authorized in their community or county, but is a statewide vote imposed upon a local entity. Katy Atkinson, representing the casino industry, said, “Schools have never said that they wanted any funding like this, and no school endorsements have been forthcoming.” County lobbyist Greg Romberg spoke about the issues related to fees versus taxes and TABOR impact on the

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county taxing the casino or charging impact fees that would have to be negotiated after the election. Atkinson spoke about the negative impact on the existing casino industry that provides an estimated 10,000 jobs and pays around $100 million in gaming taxes to the state currently. This income and tax revenue could be lost and there is only an estimate of what one new casino at the existing racetrack might generate in tax revenue while hurting the existing gaming industry located in Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek. The present tax dollars go to nine impacted counties, junior colleges, historic preservation, and parks and recreation needs. Under the new ballot measure, all funding would go to K-12 schools with the other entities losing current revenue streams. Many jobs could be in jeopardy if the one casino replaced the numerous casinos in Black Hawk, Central City and Cripple Creek. Atkinson indicated that the owners of the current Arapahoe Park, Twin-River World Wide, own and operate racetracks in some eastern states. More than 130,000 signatures were gathered to place this initiative on the statewide ballot and, according to Atkinson, many signatures came from Aurora promoting this as an economic tool for jobs and funding for schools. Ballot information for “pro” and “con” will be provided with election information mailed out with ballots in October. Atkinson stated that large amounts of money would be spent to attempt to pass this legislation. Further discussion on Amendment 68 will be held at the next session in September – date to be announced.

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EDITORIAL

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In 2003 a Rhode Island casino tried to force Las Vegas style gambling on Colorado. 81% of our voters said no. Now that same casino operation is back, this time with Amendment 68. They want to use Colorado gambling dollars to shore up their financially floundering casino in Rhode Island. Amendment 68 is their gimmick to turn a small horse track near Aurora into a huge Las Vegas style casino. Without local community approval.

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Sunday Funday

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Tradewinds at the Isle has a new menu that features what we believe to be the best hamburgers in Black Hawk. Whether you try the classics, a green chili and chipotle, the black & blue or mushroom and Swiss burger you will not be disappointed. Tradewinds even offers a mouthwatering cheeseburger burrito.

Sunday, Sept. 7, for the Fan Club Launch Party. There will be lots of fun and excitement from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Stop in for cake and a Fan Club T-shirt. And don’t forget to get a new Fan Club card. Guests can receive their new Fan Club cards everyday starting Wednesday, Sept. 3. See guest services for rules and additional details for all promotions.

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Try a Blackened Prime Rib Sandwich or Fish and Chips. Each day features a different special for only $6.99. Otis & Henry’s combines the comfort of a neighborhood bar and grill with delicious favorites you’d cook at home. Looking for a sweet treat? Try a delicious milkshake! Otis & Henry’s offers great food at great prices.

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Enjoy our 8 oz. slow-roasted Prime Rib Special, accompanied by choice of potato with seasonal vegetables, for just $7.99 from 11 a.m., just by having a player’s card. Prime Rib special is also available for $14.99 with no card. Not to be combined with any other discount or coupon.

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BINGO –Thursday Bingo

Enjoy FREE Bingo every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a $100 Insta-Play prize for each game. Players with a Player’s Card can pick up their Bingo card at the Player’s Club one hour before each game.

Miltary Appreciation Monday

Guests with military ID will receive a free ice cream, plus 50% off meals (up to $25 in one day) at the Retro Deli or Mid City Grill. We also offer a regular hotel Military discount rate of $39.95 before tax for a standard room Sundays through Thursdays (certain holidays exempted). Please note that 50% food discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or discount, and including daily food specials.

Senior Celebration – Wednesday and Thursday

Guests aged 50 or better receive 2X points on play all day from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m., plus 50% off purchases (up to $25 in one day) at the Retro Deli or Mid City

Grill. Please note that 50% food discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or discount, and including daily food specials.

Birthdays

Guests with a birthday coupon from our mailer redeem it at the Player’s Club for a gift of a single bonus of 10X their age in points. All guests can come in on the day of their birthday and get 2X points plus a free gift. Guests who come in on the day of their 21st birthday receive the 2X points and the gift, plus $10 in comp added to their account, plus a $5 Promo Chip to use at the tables.

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Cover Story

Isle and Lady Luck Black Hawk host Fan Club launch I

sle and Lady Luck Black Hawk have the newest rewards club in town. Celebrate the start of something BIG during the Fan Club Launch Parties. Saturday, Sept. 6, 3 – 6 p.m., enjoy cake, giveaways and live music at the Isle. And join your friends at Lady Luck on Sunday, Sept. 7. There will be lots of fun and excitement from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Stop in for cake and a Fan Club T-shirt. And don’t forget to get a new Fan Club card. Guests can receive their new Fan Club cards at both the Isle and Lady Luck casinos everyday starting Wednesday, Sept. 3. The new five-tier Fan Club has lots of perks for members. Get double, triple or quadruple points by reaching the gold, platinum or millionaire tiers. Whether your tier is club, select, gold, platinum or millionaire, the more you play, the more you earn. Plus more rewards, more coupons and more food. As always, every tier guest will be able to earn entries into our great promotions. On Fridays and Saturdays, Sept. 12 – 27, Lady Luck will be playing the $25,000 Fan Club Fortune Progressive. The progressive jackpot will start at $250. One winner will be selected each half hour from 2 – 10 p.m. If the winner doesn’t claim their prize it will

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roll over into the next drawing. That’s lots of cash and lots of chances to win. Fridays, Sept. 12, 19 and 26 at the Isle will be just as exciting. You could win $1,500 in the $30,000 FANtastic Cash Giveaway. Tons of cash will be given away in random progressive drawings. Fan Club can also take you places you’ve never been before. Isle and Lady Luck are teaming up with Carnival Cruise Lines and Tropicana Las Vegas to add to the excitement of being a Fan Club member. Fan Club members in the Gold, Platinum and Millionaire tiers, will now be able enjoy discounted or complimentary trips aboard Carnival Cruise Lines. Carnival destinations include beautiful ports throughout the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mexico and other destinations. Plus, Fan Club members can play their way to a casually elegant resort experience at the new Tropicana Las Vegas. Members of Fan Club will also be able to use their points and tier benefits at all 15 Isle and Lady Luck casinos located throughout the eastern United States. Make sure to join Fan Club starting Wednesday, Sept. 3. Because when you’re a Fan, everything is easier, faster, and better.

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Crossword Puzzle

ACROSS:

1. Post-apocalyptic slot machine (7,4) 10. Type of beer (3) 11. To hide something wearing a large garment (5) 12. The bionic man (5, 6) 15. Shoulder box for carrying bricks (3) 16. Boxing knockout (2) 17. Family members (3) 19. Social media network (9) 22. Possibly toxic stuff used in tat-

toos (3) 23. Guys at work down under (3) 24. Swedish eagle (3) 26. Take a look at a male goose (6) 27. A shoe with an Irish accent (6) 29. Short police officers (4) 30. Large, flightless African bird (7) 33. Spike Jonze romantic comedydrama (3) 35. Used to indicate a married woman’s former name (3) 36. Rocky Mountain fish (4)

38. Snakelike fish, could be a shocker (3) 40. Abandoned Routt County coal mine (4) 42. Barbadian recording artist and actress (7) 44. Women’s shoe brand (2) 45. Blackjack card holder (4) 46. Ali did this to the cards at the end of the shoe (8)

9. Smelly road kill (5) 13. They have management classes for it (5) 14. Jamaican music genre (3) 18. And Out Burger (2) 20. Yachting Cup (8) 21. Medical job (2) 25. Baseball star Pete, not in the Hall of Fame (4) 27. Strong armpit smell perhaps (2) 28. Country that hosts the Premier League (7)

29. House of worship (6) 31. Boil in a state of turmoil (5) 32. Swiss internet domain (2) 34. Relating to the kidney (5) 37. Could be polar, sexual, or both (2) 39. The letter N (2) 41. A flock of pheasants (3) 43. Bavarian town in the Hall of Fame (3)

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1. General and President who grew hemp (10) 2. Byrd, was drafted with Larry Bird, ended up in the British league (5) 3. Soccer team from ‘The Damned United’ movie (5, 6) 4. A timeout is supposed to do this to the kicker (3) 5. Wildebeest (3) 6. Lean body type (9) 7. He roped the dope (3) 8. Boxing promoter (3, 4)

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Carmen won $22,053 playing a Double Gold machine and then won another $2,400 at Mardi Gras Casino in Black Hawk.

A lucky first time winner won $1,503.48 playing a Diamond Dublin machine at Century Casino in Central City.

Elizabeth won $20,000 playing video poker at Isle Casino Hotel Black Hawk.

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Gaming

‘I’m your Huckleberry’

was playing in a wild and crazy $30 - $60 Hold’em poker game with a half kill and had made the nut full house on the river. I couldn’t be beat! The pot had more than $1,500 in chips stacked haphazBY ardly in the middle of the table, LARRY and, even better, the player in JOHNSON front of me had bet out the maximum of $100 on the river (it was what I had at that point but this a kill pot so bets doubled.) So, here I sat with pocket Kings, gentleman leaned back, smiled, a king on the board along with a and, as he pushed in another $200 pair of 7’s (Kh - 7s - 7h - Js - 2c) with for a raise said, “I’m your huckleone 7 having been shown earlier in berry.” As I only had $95 left I called the hand so there was no possibility of my opponent having quad 7’s. and flipped over my pocket Kings And he had just bet out in front of for the nut full house. He stood me. up and said, “Well, that’s what I Well, of course I put a bit of Hol- thought” as he tossed in his pocket lywood into it. Thinking, muttering Jacks and the 2nd nut hand. Thank you sir! Basically when he a bit, then finally pushing in $200 for a raise saying, “Well, I’m almost said, “I’m your huckleberry” he was all in so let’s go for it.” giving up - saying I know your hand Most people would recognize is the best but I’m going to call any-

poker talk

way. How much did that cost him - I would say a minimum of $195 and maybe more. When Val Kilmer uttered those lines as the famous, cold as ice, unflappable Doc Holliday in the movie Tombstone, his intent was 100 percent different. When he was speaking to Johnny Ringo, he was saying I am going to beat you badly - “I’m your huckleberry” and proceeded to do so. He backed this up with the line, “…play for blood, remember?” Thank you to my opponent for being my huckleberry and passing his money to me. But for me, if I use that phrase it’s going to be because you can’t beat me like Val said it. So, if you hear me say, “I’ll be your huckleberry” - watch out, you can’t win! His comment after losing was even more interesting. He basically verified he knew I had the pocket

Kings but continued to bet. Why? Either he simply did not believe that little voice that was telling him; or it’s simply the rush for him - tossing in the money and hoping. Either way - it’s a losing poker strategy. If you know you are beat - and your opponent knows they have you beat; then decide on a course of action. Either simply call or let it go since bluffing is not an option. Every experienced poker player has that little voice - it’s the voice from a player’s gut that combines their experience; their knowledge of the game; and what they know of their opponent. The problem is that most players brush it aside because of what they hope or want to happen. Don’t brush that voice aside! Listen to it; evaluate what it is saying; and go with it unless you can find a very valid reason not to. It seems the more experienced the

player, the more they rely on that voice because they know the mind is picking up more than can be processed consciously - and they listen! And … that is how a player becomes a huckleberry rather than being the player making others their huckleberry. They don’t listen to the voice and continue to toss money in the pot long after they should. Thus, becoming someone else’s huckleberry. Going forward if I know I am beat, I am going to toss my 2nd best hand in the muck - or at the worst just call down the hand. I will not be anyone’s “huckleberry” anymore and toss in money after a lost cause. Just like Val Kilmer says and means, “I’ll be your huckleberry” watch out when you hear it because it will mean I have best hand and can’t be beat! Remember - Play your game!

With fall, holidays approaching – casino towns offer gaming and family fun By Rosemary Fetter

For a refreshing change of pace, take a leisurely drive up to Black Hawk, Central City or Cripple Creek and enjoy the stunning fall colors. Along with great gaming, there are still plenty of family activities to enjoy and some chills and thrills coming up on Halloween.

BLACK HAWK

High Tea at Stroehle House

Sept. 13, 2 p.m., 231 Chase St. This quaint summer home for a pioneer family was willed to the County Historical Society along with several family antiques and an 1859 Grand piano. Admission fee, reservations required. Call 303-582-5283 CENTRAL CITY

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Sept. 1. Tours of the Teller House, Opera House, and Thomas House continue throughout the winter.

Aspen Gold/Ghost Town Tour

Sept.21. reservations required. Experience the Rockies at their colorful best. Call 303582-5283 or visit www.gilpin history.org.

Creepy Crawls

Oct. 17 -18, 2425, Visit Central City’s infamous haunts and chill to ghost stories from actors in costume. Visit gilpinhistory.org for further information.

CRIPPLE CREEK AND VICTOR

Cruise above the Clouds Car Show

Sept. 13, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., be-

gins in Woodland Park and finishes in Cripple Creek. Open to all vehicles. Sept. 14, Car show in Cripple Creek. Visit www.cruise abovetheclouds. com.

Mt. Pisgah Cemetery Tour

Sept. 2021. Tours begin at 10 a.m. at Cripple Creek Museum, 510 East Bennett and leave every half hour. The last tour will leave the District Museum at 2 p.m. Character reenactments at different locations through the Cemetery, so that visitors can learn about the town’s famous and fascinating character. Park at the Cripple Creek D i s trict M u seum located at 5th

Street and Bennett Avenue, next to the Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot. Cripple Creek’s historic trolley will take visitors from the museum to the cemetery, no parking at the cemetery. This walking tour may be difficult for people with health problems. Donations benefit the Gold Camp Victorian Society’s historic preservation efforts. Go to www.visitcripplecreek.org.

2 Mile High Club Aspen Tours

Sept. 20- 21, 27 – 28. Tours start at Cripple Creek Museum, 510 East Bennett Ave, offered on a first come, first served basis; reservations will not be accepted. Aspen tours are free, but donations are appreciated. Proceeds from the Aspen Tours are used to pay for the care of Cripple Creek’s free roaming

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donkey herd. Information: 719689-2634.

Mine to Mine Challenge

Oct. 4, 10 a.m. The 9K race starts in Cripple Creek, across from the Mollie Kathleen Mine at the Cripple Creek Heritage Center, and ends at the Cripple Creek and Victor Gold. This road race takes place at an altitude of 9,494 feet and temperatures are usually 10 degrees cooler than Colorado Springs. It is point-topoint and includes mixed flats and hills. A bag-drop service will be available for all runners. A Beer Garden, L i v e Bands, and delicious treats will be available to runners after the race at the Brass Ass parking lot from 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Transportation will be provided from the Finish Line to the Brass Ass Beer Garden and to the Start Line. To register, go to www.Active.com - Mine to Mine Challenge 2014.

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Trail’s End

Inclines and Funicular Railways in Colorado One way to get up the mountain

n the first few years of the 1900s, small tourist railways sprouted up on Colorado’s Front Range, creeping up steep slopes to carry tourists to spectacular summit views. Five funiculars and incline railways operated in the foothills west of Denver, at the foot of Pikes Peak and in the Royal Gorge west of Cañon City. Streetcar lines brought city dwellers and tourists to the funiculars west Colorado Springs and Denver. In both Manitou Springs and Golden, the tiny tourist trains supplemented burro rides that also took visitors up the mountainside. Soon, these short, steep tourist railways competed with the broader range of mountain destinations accessible by motorcar automobile. Most closed by the 1920s leaving only a vertical scar on the mountainside.

What is a funicular?

A funicular is a cable railway that has a cable attached to a pair of tramlike vehicles on rails. The cable is driven by an electric motor and a series of pulleys located in the power house at the upper terminus. The two train cars are counter-balanced − as one car ascends, the other descends. The first funiculars were used for industry and commerce, serving mines, quarries and power stations. Scenic cable railways were first constructed in steep European locales like the Swiss Alps and to the top of Mt. Vesuvius in Italy (volcano eruptions brought this line to a halt). One of the earliest funiculars in the U.S. was installed on Lookout Mountain at Chattanooga, Tenn., in 1890; this line continues operating today as a visitor attraction. By 1914, three different tourist railways operated west of Denver. The Lookout Mountain Park Development

Passengers on the Mount Manitou enjoyed this this spectacular view from the summit. At the base you can see the incline station and the depot for the Pikes Peak Cog Railway. Photo by Louis McClure, courtesy of Denver Public Library – Western History Collection, MCC-1436

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Company, launched by flamboyant investor Rees C. Vidler, completed construction of the Lookout Mountain Funicular in 1912 to help market its mountain property. Passengers ascended and descended Lookout Mountain in the two 100-passenger cars. This funicular ran until 1919 and was dismantled in the 1930s. Another incline railway opened on the east side of Golden up the face of South Table Mesa. The Castle Rock Scenic Railway, built by Golden investor Charles F. Quaintance, climbed to the top of the mesa behind Coors Brewery near picturesque Castle Rock (the rock formation famously featured on Coors beer bottles and cans). Smaller, steeper and shorter than the Lookout Mountain incline, its twenty-passenger cars carried riders to a dance pavilion and casino atop the Castle Rock formation. This railway stopped operation around 1918. The dance hall was used in the 1920s for meetings of the Ku Klux Klan, before burning down in 1927. (The Funiculars of Golden, Colorado, by Barb Warden further explores the town’s two funicular railways.) Meanwhile, a few miles south of Golden, the Mount Morrison Cable Incline was developed by Denver’s eccentric entrepreneur and real estate magnate John Brisben Walker. It opened in 1909, enchanting people who rode by train out from the city to visit Walker’s Garden of the Titans (now Red Rocks Amphitheater and Park). The Mount Morrison Incline featured two 100-passenger cars, one ascending as the other car descended. The local newspaper called it “one of Colorado’s greatest achievements in railroad engineering” and enthusiastically reported construction progress: “Over 25 men are now employed on the Mt. Morrison Incline railroad and the work is being rapidly pushed toward completion…. About 1,000 feet of the road grade is complete, ready for the rails and ties, and a few feet of tracks has already been laid. The roadbed for the remainder of the distance is partially graded.” The Mount Morrison Incline operated for about five years. The City of Denver purchased the park acreage from John Brisben Walker in 1927 and soon dismantled the track. Two funicular railways operated in Manitou Springs, as shorter scenic alternatives to the Pikes Peak Cog Railway trip. The Mount Manitou Incline was originally constructed in 1903-04 for industrial purposes: to haul pipeline supplying water for the Colorado Springs Hydroelectric Plant in uppermost Ruxton Canyon. The incline reopened as a tourist attraction in 1907,

At the bottom of the gorge, folks await the ride to the rim via the Royal Gorge Scenic Incline.

Photo courtesy of Denver Public Library – Western History Collection, GB-7602

converted for passenger rides for flatlanders from Kansas and Nebraska and the eastern plains of Colorado. By the time Spencer Penrose purchased the Incline in 1915, it had been expanded with a station, a network of trails and three observation spots. A pavilion contained an observation deck, kitchen, restaurant and gift shop. At the incline’s summit, a burro corral offered rides further up the mountain trail towards the top of Pikes Peak. The Mount Manitou Incline operated until 1989, becoming a favorite summer memory for generations of Colorado families, as well as out-of-town visitors. In 1912, another incline railway opened at the foot of Pikes Peak. Accessed from lower Ruxton Canyon, the Red Mountain Incline took folks to the top of that ruddy red foothill. Along the way, passengers could view the resting place of local literary legend Emma Crawford. At the top awaited refreshments (“drinking water gratis”) and a dancing pavilion. This incline operated only two years, until succumbing to bankruptcy. It re-opened in 1919, renamed the Red Peak Scenic Railway and advertisements boasted that its $1 tickets provided views that rivaled Mt. Washington in New Hampshire ($4), Mt. Lowe in California ($2.50) and half a dozen Switzerland inclines ($2 to $3.60). Damage by a rockslide, the Red Peak incline ceased operation in 1922 and the rail was sold as scrap metal five years later.

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Colorado’s fifth funicular opened a decade later than the rest, west of Cañon City. The bridge spanning the Royal Gorge was completed in 1929, and two years later the world’s steepest incline was constructed from canyon bottom to the rim. Unlike the others, this funicular took folks DOWN rather than UP: down to the banks of the roaring Arkansas River. The Royal Gorge Incline Railway was badly damaged by the wildfire in June 2013, but is undergoing repairs including structural strengthening of funicular tramway supports. Only visual remnants remain from three of these vintage tourist rides: the vertical scars on South Table Mountain, Mount Morrison and Red Mountain. Meanwhile, the Manitou Springs Incline operated until 1989. A vigorous “Save the Incline” campaign gathered 35,000 petition signatures, but destruction of 500 feet of track by a rockslide closed the ride permanently. The rail was removed and the upper and lower stations demolished. The incline’s rail ties remained in place, and the vintage tourist route became an extremely steep, enormously popular climbing/hiking challenge. The Incline trail closed in mid-August this fall for a four-month, $1.6 million Trail Enhancement Project. The story of the Red Mountain Incline and Manitou Incline are told in an exhibit at the Manitou Springs Heritage Center at 517 Manitou Ave.

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Casino News

Monarch Casino Black Hawk completes first phase redesign

Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. CEO John Farahi, Black Hawk Mayor David Spellman, Black Hawk City Manager Jack Lewis and Monarch Casino & Resort, Inc. COO David Farahi at a ribbon cutting event at Monarch Casino Black Hawk on Aug. 15. More than 100 guests and dignitaries were invited to the ribbon cutting reception, marking completion of the first phase of an extensive casino redesign. Courtesy photo

Horoscopes

TAURUS - (April 21 - May 21) All seems to be going well for you. You have more energy than usual and when you set out to accomplish any activities all seems to fall into place. Your only obstacle is the tendency to be lazy and not take advantage of your opportunities. Lucky Numbers: 2, 3, 17, 24, 27, 33 GEMINI - (May 22 - June 21) Although this is not a time to take chances or speculate, this is a good period for you. You can move ahead in your job or business. Do beware of those who maybe at cross purposes that will try to block your way. You will still succeed. Lucky Numbers: 10, 14, 17, 19, 42, 56 CANCER - (June 22 - July 22) Many changes maybe happening in your life. Perhaps you made the choice for these life changes, perhaps outer circumstances have pushed you into change. Still you have a guardian angel in this transit that however things look all will be for the best. Lucky Numbers: 2, 8, 17, 51, 52, 53 LEO - (July 23 – Aug 22) Overall this is a positive transit for you. You are received well by those in authority or position to help move you forward. This is a good time for investments. You feel confident but you need down time to not over tire yourself. Lucky Numbers: 1, 5, 7, 33, 40, 44

CAPRICORN - (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20) You have been working on changing your life for a while now. Some choices have been yours and other life changes have just to have happened without your control. During this transit you do have things going your way. Lucky Numbers: 3, 27, 32, 40, 56, 59 AQUARIUS - (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19) There is a mix of new opportunities and also it seems that you have more than your share of responsibilities. Your natural tendency is to avoid the responsibilities at this time. Perhaps focus on the most important of those presented so that you do not miss the positive opportunities coming your way. Lucky Numbers: 3, 6, 7, 28, 32, 56 PISCES (Feb 20 - March 20) This is not the time to try to exert your presence or push with authority. You are fortunate with all that is secret or unobserved. If you are a spy or doing detective work this is a good time for you. Lucky Numbers: 4, 18, 31, 32, 40, 42 ARIES - (March 21 - April 20) This is a fortunate transit for you. You are lucky in reasonable speculations or business opportunities. Also you are lucky in love, from unexpected sources or surprise rendezvous. Your Lucky Numbers: 6, 12, 18, 22, 25, 55

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VIRGO - (Aug. 23 - Sept. 23) If you have been working on long-range projects or plans this is a good transit for them. Anything coming to you will take time and patience. Think long term and you will achieve your goals. Lucky Numbers: 5, 16, 18, 25, 32, 39 LIBRA - (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23) You are lucky in friendships and romantic connections. People want to listen to you and seem to be interested in your company. You may not be so interested in them however. Be careful whom you choose to reject. Lucky Numbers: 8, 10, 11, 13, 24, 44 SCORPIO - (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) This is not the time for speculation or hunches. There are opportunities but you must take advantage and not let them pass you by. Mostly in your career this is the time to focus on advancement. Lucky Numbers: 4, 9, 17, 21, 25, 27 SAGITTARIUS - (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21) If you have been planning a trip this is the time to go. If not, travel is in the stars for you, good fortune awaits you in other places. You need not go far to meet new faces in new places. Lucky Numbers: 1, 5, 13, 20, 29, 52

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lounge is framed by three-dimensional multi-colored wood planks and is a perfect hideaway to sit back and watch all of the action. This phase of redesign follows the previous completion of Black Hawk’s newest dining experience, The Buffet, featuring nightly Whole Maine Lobster, Crab, and USDA Prime Rib in addition to all new restrooms. The city-approved master plan will create an unparalleled guest experience; including a 335-foot hotel tower with more than 500 guest rooms and suites, full-service spa, roof-top swimming pool, new restaurants and bars, 7,500 square feet of banquet facilities and convention/meeting rooms and a 10-story parking garage.

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onarch Casino Black Hawk welcomed more than a hundred invited guests and local dignitaries at a ribbon cutting reception today marking completion of the first phase of an extensive casino redesign. Vibrantly designed wool carpet loomed in Ireland, rich wall coverings with mirrored accents and chandeliers with cascading rock crystals are prominent throughout the new casino. The sophisticated mountain décor complements Black Hawk’s architecture and landscape. Guests were greeted in the new glass foyer by a towering rough-hewn and polished stone fireplace that has a dramatic color-changing feature and stacked log inlays. The allnew 60’ granite-top stage bar is anchored by a 211-inch highdefinition video wall. Guests will enjoy playing their favorite video poker games while being entertained by popular musicians. The adjacent intimate

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Trading Post

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• COOK • FRESH MEXICAN GRILLE ATTENDANT • CRAPS DEALER • BLACK JACK DEALER • WAITPERSON • PORTER (GRAVEYARD) Apply at the Canyon Casino 131 Main Street, Black Hawk or call 303-777-1111 (8:30-5:00, Mon.-Fri.)

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CHIP REDEMPTION NOTICE OF DISCONTINUED FORTUNE VALLEY HOTEL AND CASINO CHIPS AND TOKENS Effective June 20, 2014, Fortune Valley Hotel and Casino chips and tokens will be discontinued. You may redeem Fortune Valley chips and tokens at Reserve Casino | Hotel at 321 Gregory Street, Central City, Colorado through October 18, 2014. After this date, Fortune Valley logo’d chips and tokens may no longer be redeemed.

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