Nellie Cashman: The Angel of the Mining Camps

1. What mountains were the miners trapped near during the winter of 1874?

2. Why did the government officials say they could not rescue the miners?

3. What did Nellie do when one of the men wanted to give up during the journey?

4. What food did Nellie bring on her sleds to help cure the miners of scurvy?

5. How did Nellie spend the money she earned from her store and restaurant?