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Lonely grave off Colorado highway has a story, but has it been lost to time?

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A headstone outside of Leadville, Colorado, is the subject of an investigation into a Wild West legend. Researchers explored the life and 1879 death of Jane Kirkham to determine if the stories surrounding her grave are true. The inquiry examines whether historical facts about her have been lost.

A headstone outside of Leadville is the source of a Wild West tale. Is it true? CPR goes looking for Jane Kirkham who died in 1879.

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