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The Miners’ Sweetheart

By Mark McLaughlin

During the California gold rush, the child actress Charlotte “Lotta” Crabtree dazzled audiences with her wit and enthusiasm.

She was barely eight years old when she began her career performing Irish jigs on makeshift tables at small mining camps scattered throughout the Sierra foothills.

With her perky personality, infectious laugh and long, curly red hair she was the “Shirley Temple” of her time, an elfin entertainer who regaled the lonely miners with song and dance routines executed with skill and a bright smile. Her talents and abilities were formidable — as an adult, Lotta Crabtree would become the highest paid actress in America.

Mrs. Crabtree and Charlotte found lodging in San Francisco with some people they had met on the ship. In the meantime, John Crabtree had earned enough money to buy a boarding house in the Sierra foothill town of Grass Valley. He located his wife and child in San Francisco and moved them to the boarding house where Mary Ann became resigned to a life of drudgery, cooking and cleaning for the rough-andtumble miners.

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Main Street Grass Valley from the Wisconson Hotel 1866 Photo Courtesy of The Library of Congress, Lawrence and Houseworth Collection

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Born Charlotte Mignon Crabtree in New York in 1847, she was the first child of Mary Ann and John Ashworth Crabtree. John Crabtree, a bookstore owner, was not an ambitious businessman so when he heard the stories of easy riches to be made in the California gold rush he left his family and headed west. After several anxious months, Mrs. Crabtree received a message from her husband that she and Charlotte should meet him in San Francisco. They boarded a ship and sailed the perilous route around Cape Horn, but when they arrived in San Francisco John was nowhere to be found.

He was out in the mining camps hoping to strike it rich.

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Continued from Page 3 For Mrs. Crabtree, the only positive thing to come out of her hard-working grind in Grass Valley was her daughter’s brief association with Lola Montez, a worldrenown dancer and actress who also lived in Grass Valley during the early 1850s. Charlotte was already attending a local dance school, but history often credits Lola Montez with “discovering” the future “Lotta” Crabtree in 1854 when the girl was less than seven years old. Montez probably sang and danced for Charlotte, but stories that it was Lola’s inspired tutelage that launched little Lotta’s career are probably overblown. It’s more likely that linking the aspiring child actress to the legendary Montez was smart promotion and marketing. Either way, there is little doubt that Lola Montez encouraged Charlotte’s natural love of dance and theater.

As fate would have it, both Lola and Charlotte left Grass Valley in 1855. Lola Montez needed money and was returning to the stage and a world-tour to Australia, while John Crabtree had itchy feet again. The Crabtree family bounced around northern California for a while before finally settling at the small mining community of Rabbit Creek, in Plumas County. Rabbit Creek was the heart of the “Lost Sierra” and the epicenter of what would become the longboard era of ski racing. At Rabbit Creek Mrs. Crabtree was once again stuck running a boarding

Lola Montez’s House in Grass Valley Photo Courtesy of The Library of Congress, Historic American Buildings Survey

house while her husband tramped through the Sierra looking for golden opportunities. It was a hard and dreary life for Mary Ann, so when Matt Taylor, a musician and dancer, as well as a local saloon and theater manager, told her that her precocious daughter exhibited a special talent in dancing, she signed Charlotte up for lessons with him.

Under Taylor’s close supervision, “Little Lotta” Charlotte Crabtree at quickly learned the age of 21 Photo Courtesy of The Library the intricate steps of Congress, and complicated dance rhythms that elevated her performance. During the 1850s, nearly half of California’s foreign-born population was Irish, so Lotta was taught jigs and other dances popular in Ireland. Before long Mary Ann realized that her daughter really did have the ability to become a professional stage actress, so when Matt Taylor organized an acting troupe that was going to tour the California mining camps, Mrs. Crabtree left a note for her absentee husband and took her daughter on the road.

They traveled by mule or horseback from camp to camp where Lotta captivated audiences with her singing, dancing, and acting. It was an arduous lifestyle – they once rode 50 miles in one day – but Lotta was a natural entertainer and she enjoyed her performances. The young, baby-faced Lotta reminded many of the miners of Continued on Page 6

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that later became Lotta’s trademark. When Lotta turned 17, she began wearing daring skirts and performing their own families and little children back home and they burlesque, with comic skits, pratfalls and parody that generously rewarded her with gold nuggets and coins. drew great applause. She had become the country’s Newspapers pointed out that “Mr. And Mrs. Crabtree are loveable comedienne and a trailblazer for Lucille Ball and both of Lancashire, England, which accounts for the solid apple-bloom of Lotta’s cheek and saucy merriment. Since other American comic actresses.

Lotta hailed from Rabbit Creek, the cradle of ski racing Lotta Crabtree had been singing and dancing in in North America, she was often called the “snow-shoers California for ten years and the next step was New York sweetheart.”

City and other big venues in Boston and Philadelphia. Lotta Lotta was the darling of the Charlotte “Lotta” Crabtree Dressed for was a big hit back east, but gold country and everywhere a theatrical roll in 1868 since her mother discouraged she performed, the money Photo Courtesy of The Library of Congress, close relationships, the star poured in. Mary Ann had actress was lonely and never become Lotta’s manager and married. Mary Ann Crabtree although her daughter had died in 1905, leaving Lotta with become the family’s primary a fortune and a broken heart. source of income, she carefully Lotta spent her final years invested most of the earnings painting and often wearing for the future. her costumes from her earlier stage life. When she died at Eventually Lotta Crabtree age 77, she left her $4 million was invited to perform at estate to a foundation that the upscale theaters in San helped needy veterans of World Francisco and her professional War I, an actor’s relief fund, and career began in earnest. Mrs. financing for music students Crabtree was very protective and the humane treatment of of her daughter and the young animals. actress had no real friends until she was a teenager, Mark McLaughlin is a Tahoe when she began spending resident and nationally time with the wildly popular published author and actress Adah Menken. In the photographer. His award play Mazeppa, Menken had winning books are available created a sensation by riding at local bookstores or at www. a horse wearing flesh-colored thestormking.com. tights so that she looked naked. Together Lotta and Adah enjoyed the thrill of the city, going to horseraces and visiting other San Francisco performers. Adah, who was 12 years older, showed Lotta how to smoke the long black cigars

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JUNE 24, 2022 Truckee Reggae Fest 2022

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A SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION – “TRUE TO THE ROOTS” Brought to you by:Late-Nite Productions in association with One Vision Entertainment The event is located at the Truckee Regional Park Outdoor Amphitheater in beautiful Truckee, Ca. One day tickets are $65 ($10 increase day of show) $99 Limited Two days tickets available. We will feature Internationally known Reggae Music, Arts and Craft Vending, Food Trucks and a Beer Garden hosted by a local non-profit. This is an all-ages event and children 6 and under are free.

JULY 4, 2022 Truckee 4th of July Parade

https://bigblueadventurellc.enmotive.com/ events/register/2022-truckeejuly-4th-parade Join us for our annual Truckee 4th of July Parade along Donner Pass Road, held on the actual 4th of July! It’s a Truckee tradition and fun for the whole family and community. Free to spectators. The parade kicks off with fire trucks sounding their horns, police cars and their sirens, big rig trucks, classic cars, horses, local nonprofits and organization floats, marching bands and more!

JUNE-JULY CALENDAR OF EVENTS EDITOR’S NOTE: Click or tap on any event to go to the event’s website. The information in the calendar is up to date as of time of publishing. Please verify details of events as changes can occur.

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JULY 1 - AUG 22, 2022 LAKE TAHOE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL

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The mission of Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival is to enrich our community by providing the highest quality theatrical and cultural productions for the residents of the greater Lake Tahoe area and visitors from around the world. We also provide meaningful educational experiences for youth by offering theatrical outreach programs throughout the region.

JULY 14 - AUG 18, 2022 CLASSICAL TAHOE

https://classicaltahoe.org/ Each summer, Classical Tahoe brings together America’s leading classical musicians from the MET Orchestra, LA Phil, Cleveland Orchestra, and symphonies of San Francisco, Dallas, Houston, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, NY City Ballet, SF Ballet, SF Opera and more. Classical Tahoe’s 16-concert series delights audiences with its superb musicians, intimate al fresco pavilions, educational programs, and majestic Lake Tahoe settings.

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JULY 4, 2022 JULY 2, 2022 Truckee BrewFest

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This year’s BrewFest will feature tasting of specialty brews, craft beers, local microbrewers and select ciders from the Region.

Join the Truckee Optimist Club for some good brews, good tunes and good times.

Silent auction will begin at 1:00 pm, and there will be items you won’t want to miss!

This event is for 21+ no exceptions, no strollers, no backpacks. ID’s required for all persons upon entrance. Designated Drivers are free! Taxis available. Get your tickets before they sell out! Space is limited this year. Presale tickets are $40 per person. To avoid the service fee, tickets can be purchased in-person at the following locations: - Fifty Fifty Brewing Co: 11197 Brockway Rd. #1, Truckee, CA 96161 - Alibi Ale Works: 10069 Bridge St., Truckee, CA 96161 - Zanders Spirits: 11008 Donner Pass Rd., Truckee, CA 96161 - The Good Wolf: ​10990 Industrial Way, ​Ste B103, Truckee, CA 96161

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City of South Lake Tahoe 4th of July Parade

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Donner Lake 4th of July Fireworks

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Enjoy a full day 4th of July party at West End Beach, with fireworks at dusk. Spend the day with family, friends and the Truckee community with a day at the beach, listen and dance to music, play games, eat BBQ, and watch the fireworks. Gates to the beach open at 9:00 am, games and bands start at 1:30 pm, and fireworks are at 9:30 pm. Cost is $10 in advance only from the Truckee Donner Recreation and Park District (no tickets at the gate on July 4th). The West End Beach event is for Truckee residents and homeowners and you must show some proof to purchase tickets. Tickets are limited to 7 tickets per adult in the household. Donner Lake gets super busy on this day – the 37 public piers fill up really early as do the shoreline beaches. People watch the fireworks from their boats or kayaks – being sure to have the proper lighting and safety gear. For fewer crowds head up Old Highway 40 toward Sugar Bowl and find a big granite rock to throw a blanket on and take in the fireworks over the lake

JULY 4, 2022 TAHOE CITY 4TH OF JULY DRONE SHOW https://visittahoecity.org/event/ tahoe-city-4th-july-drone-show/

FREE! We’re thrilled that July 4 celebrations are returning to Tahoe City! After a 2-year hiatus on fireworks, we’re excited to welcome a new kind of eco-friendly show that aligns with Sierra stewardship and sustainability efforts. This year, we’re welcoming an aerial drone show that will replace dangerous fireworks, eliminating the risk of fire and environmental pollution in Lake Tahoe and the watershed while reducing noise pollution for domestic pets and local wildlife. It’s a light show you won’t want to miss! Orchestrated to music, over 100 drones will take to the air directly over Lake Tahoe, brightening up the sky and delivering a new kind of wonder. The Tahoe City show will take place on July 4 over Commons Beach.

The City of South Lake Tahoe has announced the return of the 4th of July Parade for 2022. The COVID-19 pandemic impacted many community events, the Parade is one of them, which resulted in a two-year hiatus. In addition to bringing back the parade this year, the City has created a theme for the event: “Tahoe Strong, A Salute to Our Heroes.”

JULY 4, 2022 Lights on the Lake Fireworks

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Monday, July 4, 2022, The American Pyrotechnics Association rates South Shore’s spectacular Fourth of July fireworks celebration one of the top five displays in the nation. The show is scheduled to begin at 9:45 PM. The fireworks are visible from all over town.

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Sports and entertainment superstars will take center stage July 6-10, at the American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe, Tickets will go on sale, online in April at www.americancenturychampionship. com. A limited number of complimentary Military/Veteran tickets will be available for Wednesday 7/6 and Thursday 7/7. Military/ Veteran and 1 guest for one day.

You’ve never felt more patriotic than visiting Virginia City on the Fourth of July. This historic town’s Independence Day celebration is pure Americana with a jovial atmosphere all day and night. The streets are decked in red, white and blue. The parade is full of candy-throwing, classic cars and car clubs, first responders, military and veteran organizations and more. A free concert takes place before the fireworks with David John & the Comstock Cowboys. When it comes to the main show, you’re guaranteed to feel the boom of the fireworks in your bones as they shoot into the night sky over towering above the small mountain town.

Wine Walk Nevada’s first settlement to benefit Austin’s House Charity. Enjoy wine, art and history. See the monuments of Snowshoe Thompson, famous Pony Express mail carrier and Lillian Virgin Finnegan the creator of the more than century old Candy Dance. Plan your perfect relaxing day trip. Currently scheduled the first Friday of each month through September from 4pm to 7pm.

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JULY 29-30, 2022 BIGGEST LITTLE CITY WING FEST

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JUNE 16-25, 2022 RENO RODEO

https://renorodeo.com/ The “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West,” the Reno Rodeo is celebrating 103 years of wild west family fun. Our 10-day rodeo has stretched into 11 with the addition of a kick-off concert sponsored by KBUL Radio.

The Reno Rodeo is a PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) sanctioned sporting event and is a non-profit organization made up of over 900+ volunteers.

Over 140,000 fans attend each year for the 4th richest PRCA tour rodeo and the 3rd best as recognized by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers Choice. The event impacts the Reno/Sparks area economy with $42 million going to hotels, casinos, restaurants, and retail outlets.

Cooks from near and far will compete for your tasting pleasure at the Biggest Little City Wing Fest in downtown Reno. More than 20,000 pounds of chicken wings will be slathered in sauce, smoked, fired and grilled to perfection. The competition will be fierce during two days of a sauce show down. There will also be live entertainment to pair with your tasty wings and a craft fair, all located on Virginia Street.

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JUNE 25, 2022 Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park Summer Festival

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2022 Dangberg Summer Festival, June 15 – September 10, 2022, Music, history and community events highlight the Dangberg Summer Festival in Minden, NV. General public tickets will be available at Dangberg. eventbrite.com beginning June 5, 2022.

Members can contact the park directly to order tickets at member prices as early as May 4, 2022.

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JULY 13, 20 & 27, 2022 NEVADA CITY SUMMER NIGHTS 2022! https://www.nevadacitychamber.com/ nevada-city-events/summer-nights/

The Summer Nights in Nevada City celebration, a street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic – and sometimes quirky – community, for almost 30 years. This free event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 13, 20 & 27, 2022 from 6-9:30pm.

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JULY 1-4, 2022 The Great Western Steam Up

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Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the completion of Nevada’s famous Virginia & Truckee Railroad with an exciting pageant of steam locomotion, train rides, food, live entertainment, “lost art” demonstrations.

Ride behind visiting narrow- and standard-gauge steam locomotives, watch the daily pageant of the steam locomotive, view historical vehicle and equipment displays, enjoy local food trucks, listen to live entertainment, interact with handcraft vendors, and more!

JULY 16, 2022 Motherlode Beer & Music Festival at Main Street Placerville

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The Motherlode Beer & Music Festival is bringing the ‘Beerfest” back to Placerville but making it even better! Part music festival and part beer festival, we merge the two worlds for you to experience top entertainment and the best local and regional beers!

Come experience the beer, but enjoy the blues flavored music, food, crafters, wine, and of course the jewel of a location that is North Main Street Placerville! Located in front of the historic Soda Works building, and next to the only Druid monument we have ever seen, Main Street is the setting to showcase some amazing talent including a Minneapolis guitarist we are excited to introduce to you – Malina Moye! She has shared the stage with greats such as Bootsy Collins, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Vernon Reid, and Jonny Lang. Guitar World Magazine named Moye one of the Top 10 Guitarists in the World! If you are a fan of blues, rock, and soulful funk, you won’t want to miss Malina’s first appearance in the region!

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Making Summer Fun Safe Longer days and lighter schedules make summer perfect for relaxing, having fun outdoors and spending time with loved ones. However, more physical activity and time spent in the sun can also translate to increased health and safety risks.

As you and your family enjoy the warmth and sunshine while swimming, biking, grilling, playing on the playground and more this summer, remember these precautions from the experts at the American Heart Association.

Watch for Signs of Heat Stress On hot summer days, be alert for signs of heat illnesses, such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Even when it doesn’t seem extreme, heat and humidity can take a toll.

Some signs of heat-related illness include muscle pain, cramps or spasms; heavy sweating; paleness; dizziness; headache; nausea or vomiting; confusion; fainting or unconsciousness; high body temperature (greater than 100 F) with dry skin; and

rapid pulse. If you experience any of these symptoms, take a break, drink some water and find shade or air conditioning to cool off.

Stay Hydrated Staying hydrated is important for optimal body functioning, especially during the hot and humid months. If you plan to spend a lot of time outdoors, frequently consuming water and foods with high water content – melons, lettuce and cucumbers, for example – can help replace the fluids lost via sweat. In addition, be aware of the signs and symptoms of mild dehydration, including a dry or sticky mouth; dry, cool skin; headache; or muscle cramps.

Learn CPR As summertime activities expose people of all ages to risks, it’s important to be trained in CPR – or cardiopulmonary

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resuscitation – an emergency lifesaving procedure that is performed when the heart stops beating. If performed immediately, it can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival, according to the American Heart Association. However, only about 40% of people who experience out-of-hospital cardiac arrest receive help before professionals arrive.

Because about 74% of adult and 87.5% of child out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in homes, you will likely be trying to save the life of someone you love – a child, spouse, parent or friend – if called upon to perform CPR. Hands-Only CPR is recommended for members of the general public. Call 9-1-1, or send someone to do so, then push hard and fast in the center of the person’s chest until medical assistance arrives. Use an AED, if available, following the prompts. Conventional CPR is the next step and involves chest compressions and mouthto-mouth breathing but should only be used by health care professionals and those trained to perform it correctly.

Protect Skin from the Sun While it’s easy to get caught up enjoying activities outdoors, remember to take steps to protect your skin from the sun’s damaging rays. Limit your time in the sun, especially during the midday hours when the rays are strongest, and wear sunscreen to help reduce your risk of sunburn. Experts recommend sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Wearing sunglasses, a hat and cool, long-sleeved clothing can further limit exposure when outdoors for long periods of time.

Swim Safely Whether enjoying the pool, beach, lake or river, bodies of water can be dangerous if appropriate precautions aren’t taken. In fact, drowning is among the top five causes of unintentional injury death in the United States, according to the CDC. Avoid swimming alone, especially in natural bodies of water that aren’t clear and may present strong currents or underwater obstacles, and don’t overestimate your swimming ability.

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