Outdoor standing portrait of Joseph L. Wescott, one of Grand Lake's original settlers, includes the photographer's shadow. Wescott wears trousers, vest, and a wide brim hat.
The election was held August 19, 1861. Data was taken from Poll Books Volumes 1, 2 and 3. These books area also on microfilm at the Colorado State Archives, 1313 Sherman St. Room 120, Denver, Colorado 80203.