Thamer inherited much of her wealth, including a hotel, two buildings, and several farms.

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In 1889 Aspen, Colorado was a long way from being a glitzy ski destination, but it was a booming silver mining town, and this newfound wealth led to The Hotel Jerome, built to rival the world's finest lodgings.

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