2018年1月16日 · Pete Gabriel rested his lean frame against the mahogany bar of John Keating’s Tunnel Saloon, nervously fingering the .45 Colt tucked into his waistband. His wary eyes darted repeatedly to the saloon’s batwing doors. It was the evening of May 31, 1888, in …

2018年10月18日 · The Tunnel Saloon Fight by Bob Boze Bell | Oct 18, 2018 | True West Blog May 31, 1888 Pete Gabriel, accompanied by his friend Mike Rice, leaves in a buggy from his Riverside gold mines, headed for Florence, Arizona Territory.

The Charles Rapp Saloon Building – built in 1875 and located at 361 Main Street. Chicago-born Charles Rapp advertised the building as featuring an "Elegant Club & Reading Room in Connection with the Bar." The building was the first location of John Keating's famous "Tunnel Saloon" from 1886 to 1888.

The two friends became bitter enemies and had a confrontation on May 31, 1888, in the Tunnel Saloon. A gunfight ensued and spread to the street. Both men received gunshot wounds.

2023年3月30日 · When Pete Gabriel and Joe Phy face off in the Tunnel Saloon, the first exchange of gunfire snuffs out the lights (some reports state a lone light). As Pete moves down the bar to confront his adversary, he keeps firing through the smoke and darkness. After arriving in town, Pete is warned that Joe Phy, his former deputy, is looking to pick a fight.

2015年9月10日 · Step back in time and explore Florence’s rich history at the Pinal County Historical Museum. Our displays of cactus furniture, Florence’s Historic District, Shootout at the Tunnel Saloon, Second Territorial Prison, Junior Parada Rodeo, farm equipment, and more bring Florence’s stories to life.

Step back in time and explore Florence’s rich history at the Pinal County Historical Museum. Our displays of cactus furniture, Florence’s Historic District, Shootout at the Tunnel Saloon, Second Territorial Prison, Junior Parada Rodeo, farm equipment, and more bring Florence’s stories to life.

During your visit, stop by the Sheriff's office at the park to view get a look at lawmen from the past and hear stories of actual shoot-outs - including that of Arizona lawman Pete Gabriel who ended up getting in a gunfight with his former deputy, Joe Phy, at the Tunnel Saloon. You’ll even see REAL Jail Bars (and don’t forget to look for ...

Step back in time to 1888 Florence, Arizona, and uncover the dramatic tale of the final Old West gunfight at the Tunnel Saloon! Join renowned storyteller Hank Sheffer as he unveils the...