Bliss Mansion - Carson City, NV
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
N 39° 10.034 W 119° 46.328
11S E 260503 N 4338995
Quick Description: A plaque in front of the Bliss Mansion in Carson City.
Location: Nevada, United States
Date Posted: 5/11/2011 11:50:50 AM
Waymark Code: WMBE98
Published By: Groundspeak Charter Member Marky
Views: 21
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Long Description:
The simple plaque is in front of the mansion. The plaque doesn't have many words on it and is the shortest I've seen.
Marker Title (required): Bliss Mansion

Marker Number (If official State Marker from NV SHPO website above, otherwise leave blank): 70

Marker Text (required):
The Bliss Mansion. Built by Duane L. Bliss, Lumber & Railroad Magnate -- 1879. In its time the most modern & largest home in Nevada. Entirely constructed of clear lumber & square nails. First home in Nevada entirely piped for gas lighting.

County (required): Carson City

Marker Type (required): Full Size (with blue painted mesh)

Is Marker Damaged? (required): No

Other Marker Type (optional): Not listed

Other Damage Type (optional): Not listed

URL - Website (optional): Not listed
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