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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1DEC_piedmont-park-history-trail_Piedmont-CA.html
In 1867 the pink mineral springs which oozed from Bushy Dell Canyon began to attract visitors to Piedmont Park and the surrounding community. Generation after generation the park has changed to reflect the community that surrounds it, creating lay…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1DDX_honor-roll_Piedmont-CA.html
World War IEgbert Williams Beach · Henry Augustus Butters · Otto Julius Carlsen · Frank Jay Field · Thomas Edward Graves · Carl Castlemayne Jones · Hunter McClure World War IIGeorge David Anderson &midd…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1DDW_key-route-train-station_Oakland-CA.html
On this spot on June 1, 1904, the first Key Route electric train arrived to be welcomed by a crowd of excited residents. From a new ferry pier on the bay off Emeryville it had brought officials and guests to a dedication ceremony here. Key founder…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1D0Q_kennedy-tunnel_Oakland-CA.html
Opened in 1903, the timber-lined Kennedy Tunnel was the fast route between Oakland and Lafayette, saving four hours of driving around the San Pablo Reservoir. In 1914, it was wired for lights and renamed the Broadway Tunnel. In 1937, after the com…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM11CA_in-memory-of-col-john-coffee-hays_Piedmont-CA.html
Born near Little Cedar Lick, Wilson County, Tennessee. Lived in Mississippi, where he learned surveying. Joined Republic of Texas Army in May, 1836, and served 3 years in ranger/spy companies. Gained fame as an Indian fighter while surveyor for Be…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM10LR_el-camino-rancho-san-antonio_Oakland-CA.html
About 1820, along this route ran the earliest known road from Mission San Jose over Rancho San Antonio to the ranchos north. Erected by Oakland Chapter,Daughters of the American Revolution, 1939
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMC7I_antonio-bras-columns_Oakland-CA.html
These granite columns are all that remain of 4460 Howe Street, built in 1898. This residence was the home of various families connected to St. Mary's and Mountain View Cemeteries and their supporting business. 4460 Howe Street originally belonged …
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