Frank Dusy
Born in Canada in 1836, orphaned at age 8, he had
worked at numerous jobs before arriving in California
in 1858. In his 40 years here he pioneered in
photography, discovered Tihipite Valley and other
prominent Sierra features. He led construction of the
Fowler Switch Canal, helped develop the Fresno Scraper,
promoted westside oilfields, served as a sheriff's deputy,
fought for the rights of the Mussel Slough settlers,
operated a brickyard and several other ventures.
Soldier, explorer, developer and patriot, he died in 1898
at his home two blocks southeasterly from this monument.
Jim Savage Chapter 1852
E Clampus Vitus
October 26, 1975