The town site was laid out and christened Silver City because rich deposits
of chloride silver were discovered to the west of the settlement. A bright future
was predicted for the new mining camp, however in 1893 the bottom dropped out
of the silver market. The mines eventually closed down and the camps became
ghost towns.
However, Silver City moved ahead. The city is located in the foothills of the
Pinos Altos Mountains at about 6,000 feet and its near the Continental Divide.
The Repeat Boutique was once Silver City's movie theater. The screen and seats
have been gutted out, making space for unique second hand items and furniture.
Additionally it appears that several ghosts inhabit the premises as well.
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