"Padre Crowley Point - In Memory of the Padre of the Desert 1891-1940. Father John J. Crowley. From the snowy heights of the Sierras beyond the deer (?) shadows of Death Valley beloved and trusted by people of all faiths , he led them toward life's wider horizons. He passed this way. Dedicated by the Death Valley 49ers November 7, 1968.
This is an establishing shot. See below for individual panes.
"Walker Pass has been designated a registered national historical landmark under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935. This site possesse's exceptional value in commemorating and illustrating the history of the United States. U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1963"
Plaque next to the Silver City Ghost Town. I will be writing up an entire blog entry soon on this wonderful place.
Not your average city park, at least where I come from.
