Weld the Past to the Present to Enrich the Future
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N 41° 13.246 W 111° 58.771
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This historical marker was dedicated on the 82nd Anniversary of the joining of the transcontinental rails at Promontory.
Waymark Code: WMFDGJ
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 10/02/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member hobbycachegirl
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Weld the Past to the Present
to Enrich the Future

This monument is a grateful tribute to the builders of America's first Transcontinental Railroad, completed May 10, 1869, when the Golden Spike was driven at Promontory, Utah, 53 miles northwest of Ogden.Dedicated May 10, 1951, to honor those pioneers, who builded better than they know, and to encourage for all time the same joy of doing.

Utah Pioneer Trails and Landmarks Association
Union Pacific Railroad Company -- Southern Pacific Company
Golden Spike Celebration Committee of Ogden
No. 120

Marker Name: Weld the Past to the Present to Enrich the Future

Marker Type: City

County: Weber

City: Ogden

Group Responsible for Placement: Utah Pioneer Trails and Landmarks Association

Date Dedicated: May 10, 1951

Marker Number: 120

Addtional Information: Not listed

Web link(s) for additional information: Not listed
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