Jim Baker
(December 19, 1818 - May 15, 1898)
Born in Illinois, he joined the American Fur Company at the age of 20. He became acquainted with the Colorado and Wyoming territory during these expeditions.
Jim, later, was a scout and a guide for traveling settlers, individuals and the military.
He lived among the Shoshone for a brief period of time.
He settled in Savery, WY and lived the rest of his life in this quite and beautiful area.
Jim Baker is buried in the Baker Cemetery just west of Savery, Wyoming.
Information compiled by Steve Grimm
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