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This folder contains photographs of forest fires near Eldora.

Roy Slaughenhoupt, whose family came to Rollinsville in 1855, discusses his family history, his own childhood, and some of the many families who have a long history in the Rollinsville/Nederland area. He describes houses and businesses that were in Rollinsville and Nederland in the 1930s through the 1950s, and he also discusses Boulder County roads, mines, and several historic town sites, including Cardinal and Tungsten. He also tells many anecdotes about the area's former residents.

Photograph of street scene with two children standing in the foreground. In the background is a Platt Rogers Inc. truck, Conoco gas pump with a "Cold Beer, Dutch Lunch" sign, a pool hall and liquor store at right, and a mountain view behind. Based on similar photos, the location is believed to be Rollinsville, Colorado. Photo dates to circa mid 1930s based on car models, and after prohibition was repealed in December 1933 (note: beer and liquor signs).