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Contributing Institution:
Library and Archives at the Autry
Title: Rocky Mountain Steve Papers
Identifier/Call Number: 98.198
Physical Description:
23 items
Date (inclusive): 1890-1920
Abstract: Collection relating to the life of cowboy and sharpshooter Stephen Hicks, also known as "Rocky Mountain Steve."
Language of Material:
English
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Biographical Note
Steven Hicks, or "Rocky Mountain Steve," was born in Blountville, Tennessee in 1870. His early family life was poor, and so
he left home at the age of 11. He traveled to Texas, where he learned bronco busting and sharp shooting on a large cattle
ranch. At age 21, he left Texas and traveled throughout the West and South, giving sharp shooting exhibitions. He finally
settled in Dallas, where he created a roping, riding and sharp shooting show that drew large audiences. He often performed
with his young son, William. Hicks was good friends with Geronimo and his daughter Eva; he also occasionally participated
in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show and Miller's 101 Ranch shows. He acquired his name after spending time bronco busting in
the Rocky Mountains in Mexico.
Preferred Citation
Rocky Mountain Steve Papers, 1890-1920, Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles; 98.198; [item number] [date].
Scope and Contents
Collection of photographs, one program and book relating to the life of cowboy and sharpshooter Stephen Hicks, also known
as "Rocky Mountain Steve." Studio portraits show Hicks and/or his young son Willie posing with rifles used in their sharp
shooting act. Other photographs are of 101 Ranch Wild West Show performers, including Joe Miller, Zach Miller, Tom Mix, Indians
from Holdenville in the Indian Territory, and Pawnee Bill and his wife May Lillie. Also included in the collection is a program
for Miller Brothers 101 Ranch Wild West Show, and a pamphlet entitled "Life and adventure of Rocky Mountain Steve" with a
sketch of his life, poetry, and recipes for treating various animal ailments.
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright has not been assigned to the Autry Museum of the American West. All requests for permission to publish or quote
from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the Head of Research Services and Archives. Permission for publication is
given on behalf of the Autry Museum of the American West as the custodian of the physical items and is not intended to include
or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained by the reader.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
Miller Bros. and Arlington 101 Ranch Real Wide West Show
Wild west shows
Shooters of firearms--West (U.S.)
Indians of North America--West (U.S.)--Pictorial works
Photographs
Programs