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Raton was originally named Willow Springs

Raton was originally named Willow Springs but changed its name in 1878.

Raton was founded on the site of the Willow Springs depot, a stop on the Santa Fe Trail.

Raton is a Spanish word for a "small rat" or "mouse."

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