Miller Creek (Crook)

 

Note: There are two Miller Creeks in Crook County. Additional research will be required to determine which one was named for this incident.

 

Name: Miller Creek

 

County: Crook 

 

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Feature Type: Stream

 

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In 1877, Miller, member of an expedition party, was killed by an Indian rifle and buried near this creek which is named for him.

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