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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMXS1_wells-fargo-agency-and-general-store_Benton-CA.html
This old building has listened to the sounds of civilization passing it's door for 100 years. The sound of miner, horse and oxen, wagon and stagecoach, auto and plane have all contributed to this symphony of a century. This building has never been…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Q4_millers_Benton-NV.html
As a result of the mining excitement at Tonopah in 1901 and subsequent construction of the Tonopah and Goldfield Railroad, Millers was founded in 1904 as a station and watering stop on that line. The name honors Charles R. Miller, a director of th…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Q3_silver-peak_Benton-NV.html
Discovered 1863
Silver Peak is one of the oldest mining areas in Nevada. A 10-stamp mill was built in 1865, and by 1867 a 20-stamp mill was built. Mining camp lawlessness prevailed during the late sixties, and over the next 38 years, Silver Pe…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1Q2_montgomery-city-california_Benton-CA.html
In October of 1863, rich silver discoveries led to the formation of Montgomery Mining District and Montgomery City which, although short lived, supported a newspaper, The Pioneer. There were no continuous veins found and mining operations soon cea…