Loomis - Loomis, CA
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N 38° 49.257 W 121° 11.644
10S E 656778 N 4298456
A plaque about Loomis in downtown Loomis, CA.
Waymark Code: WMJZ7J
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 01/20/2014
Views: 2
"Loomis. Named after James Oscar Loomis. 1830-1895. This community was founded in 1850 and originally name Pine Grove By Gold Miners who settled along secrete ravine one mile east of here. Forming a thriving community with the population exceeding 1500. In 1861 the name was changed to Placer, then changed again the following year to Smithville. After the arrival of the Central Pacifica Railroad. The town moved to the present location in 1869 and named Pino. On May 28, 1890, the town was given its name after Mr. Loomis, a popular citizen who served as postmaster, railroad express agent, store and saloon keeper."
Group that erected the marker: Kiwanis
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Taylor Road
Loomis, CA USA
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed
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