Martha Bullock facts for kids
Martha Marguerite Eccles Bullock (born 1851, died 1939) was an important American pioneer woman. She was the wife of Seth Bullock, who was a very well-known person in early Deadwood, South Dakota. Martha and Seth got married in Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1874.
Early Life and Marriage
Martha Eccles was born in 1851. She grew up and later met Seth Bullock. Their wedding took place in Salt Lake City, Utah, in 1874. This was a time when many people were moving west across America.
Moving to the Frontier
In 1876, Seth Bullock decided to move to Deadwood. At that time, Deadwood was a wild and untamed frontier town. It was not a safe or suitable place for a family. Because of this, Martha and their young daughter, Margaret, went to live with Martha's parents in Michigan.
Life in Deadwood
Seth Bullock worked hard to make Deadwood a more organized town. He became the sheriff and helped bring law and order. Once the town was safer, Martha and Margaret joined him. They made Deadwood their home. Martha became a respected member of the community. She was also excellent at managing their household. Martha and Seth later had two more children: another daughter named Florence and a son named Stanley.
