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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1WX8_buena-vista-historical_Ione-CA.html
In the mineral rich Ione Valley, between Ione and the southern Mokelumne River, where once mining communities like, Lancha Plana, Camp Opra and Camanche dotted the maps, is the town of Buena Vista. Situated at the intersections of two thoroughfare…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1SEF_ione-high-school_Ione-CA.html
The first high school in Amador County was erected on this spot in 1903 by the Ione Academy, a private corporation. The original two-story frame structure, built at a cost of $2,287, housed the school until 1939. As a result of the steady growth i…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1SED_the-heirloom_Ione-CA.html
Built circa 1863, this imposing residence with its classical columns, two-storied gallery, French window and fan transom, is an important local representative of the Greek Revival tradition in America. The house, constructed of locally fired brick…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSFX_steam-flour-mill_Ione-CA.html
Built in 1856byThomas RickeyYearly grind4000 TonsBarley - Oats - Corn
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSFW_iones-annual-picnic_Ione-CA.html
In 1876 Ione's Annual Picnic moved from Shakeley Hill to this location. The 100 acre park is part of an 1840 land grant and was leased to the city by the Howard Estate May 11, 1967. The park during it's early years hosted many of the important hor…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSFU_scully-ranch_Ione-CA.html
Property settled by J. P. Martin in 1848. Home built circa 1852. Purchased in 1882 by William Scully, who arrived from Ireland in 1854. The Scully family has owned and operated the ranch for five generations. Present owners are Robert and Etta Scu…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSFT_iones-chinatown_Ione-CA.html
Looking North from this monument lies 5.22 acres which was originally deeded to Ky Kee, Hop Wah Chung, Quong On Long and Chang Hang Co. in 1883. Known as Chinatown, the community was comprised of stores, homes and a Joss House. At the peak of popu…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMAB4_ione-brewery_Ione-CA.html
Built in the 1860's of Ione Brick by Brewers Raab and Huttner. Served as a Brewery for Over 30 Years. In 1907 C.C. Prouty Moved His Creamery to this Site. A Soda Works and Ice Plant Were Installed in 1910. Various Businesses Have Occupied the Prem…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM6OW_methodist-episcopal-church_Ione-CA.html
The cornerstone was laid in 1862, constructed of locally fired brick. The church was completed in 1866. Dedicated as "Ione City Centenary Church" and later popularly known as the "Cathedral of the Mother Lode." The church was the first to serve th…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM6K9_buena-vista-store_Ione-CA.html
Buena Vista's store and house situated in Jackson Valley, was built by John Fitzsimmons, then sold to Sam Cook, then to James Norris and afterwards to Jacob and Verona Strohm. Once situated in Lancha Plana it was moved by the Chinese who discovere…