William R. Howell (1834-1889)
Was born in Canada and emigrated to Boulder County in the spring of 1859, following the reports of gold having
being discovered in the area.
A pioneer farmer, he purchased 160 acres on Boulder Creek, 12 miles east of Boulder. By 1877, he had increased
his holdings to 1,040 acres.
Sheriff Howell was the first sheriff to serve more than one
term.
