Colonel Thomas Baker
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Colonel Thomas Baker No. 382: In 1863 Colonel Baker, friend to all travelers, came here to found 'Bakers Field.'
Waymark Code: WM5E3Q
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 12/26/2008
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COLONEL THOMAS BAKER MEMORIAL
Historical Landmark
Description:
In 1863 Colonel Baker, friend to all travelers, came here to found 'Bakers Field.' His motto was, 'Time will justify a man who means to do right.' This civic center is his dream come true.
Registration Date: 1/3/1944
Location:
City: Bakersfield
County: Kern
Directions:
City Hall, SW corner of Truxtun and Chester Aves, Bakersfield
Marker Number: 382.00
Marker Name: COLONEL THOMAS BAKER MEMORIAL
County: Kern
Has Official CA Plaque: yes
Marker Dedication Date: 01/03/1944
Location:
City Hall, SW corner of Truxtun and Chester Aves, Bakersfield
Website: [Web Link]
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