This section goes into more detail about some of the people, places, businesses and industries profiled in the 1894 flood narrative. Special attention is given to discussing the historical process of each topic. Use these case studies in conjunction with Keys to Local History to evaluate challenging research questions and learn how particular problems were solved. Think about how some of the solutions might apply to your own research. The People Get to know some of the people featured in the Main Events. Discover how and when they came to Boulder and their continued rolls within the community The Communities Uncover more about Boulder's early history and additional information about a few of the mountain mining towns. Local Industries Discover the large industrial bases that drove Boulder's nineteenth-century economy, along with some locally-owned businesses.