GRANT AND ED TOOK GRANT’S car out to Fort Concho. Along the way, Ed revealed some facts about the fort’s construction.
“Its primary purpose was to serve as Fort Chadbourne’s replacement in this area,” he explained. “Chadbourne was built in 1852 up near Bronte, about forty minutes from here. But they discovered the water supply there wasn’t always consistent enough to sustain the troops. So, Fort Concho was built here in 1867.”
“Interesting,” Grant replied.
“If you decide to write about Fort Chadbourne in your articles, you’ll want to talk to Stella Williams. She’s the expert on that place and can tell you anything you want to know. She’s one sharp cookie, Miss Stella. Just make sure you’re rested up before you go see her. She’s seventy-two, but she’s got more energy than most people hal
