Wyoming History: Frank McGovern Squanders Fortune
Frank McGovern, an educated Chicagoan, discovered the legendary Miners Delight mine, but lost over a million dollars to gambling, drinking, and violence.
In the 1860s, McGovern, the son of a wealthy Chicago family, left his city life behind for the gold camps of South Pass City, Wyoming. He spent his time drinking and gambling, earning a reputation as the terror of the Sweetwater Mining District.
McGovern quickly gained the reputation as the terror of the Sweetwater Mining District through his wild lifestyle.
McGovern's discovery of the Miners Delight mine could have brought him wealth and success, but instead, he squandered his fortune, leaving behind a legacy of scandal in South Pass City.
Author's summary: Frank McGovern's wild lifestyle led to lost fortune.
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