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Soapy Smith's Wake

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Soapy Smith's Wake

Skagway toasts its most infamous con man with a mock wake and Gold Rush fun.

Annual celebration of Skagway's most infamous con man, Jefferson "Soapy" Smith, who was shot on July 8, 1898. Features a mock wake ceremony at Eagles Hall, champagne toast, historical talks, costume contests, and Klondike Gold Rush era entertainment.

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