Mabel Loving ( December 31, 1876 – October 5, 1957 ) was dedicated to preserving the history of the Pony Express and the riders. She spent 40 years writing a well documented book, The Pony Express Rides On, which was not published until after her death in 1957. The book outlines a lifetime of Pony Express research. She traveled and interviewed people connected with the pioneer mail service. The book  includes several letters written by Pony Express riders that wrote to Mabel telling of their experiences. Also included are photographs and newspaper articles pertaining to the development of the mail service between St. Joseph and Sacramento, including operations of the system and its demise.

In the introduction Mabel Loving paid tribute to the men and horses saying, “The Overland Pony Express, was one of the most wonderful, picturesque and romantic undertakings in human history, and will always bring a thrill to the hearts of men.”

Much of the above information is from an article written by Fredrick Slater, March 19, 1961.

Mabel was also a poet.

Mabel was granted patent in December 1900 on a garment described as a combined hose and skirt supporter with a shoulder brace. In September 1900 she patented a garment fastening and supporting device.