Train Station 1880's
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brwhiz
N 38° 58.865 W 119° 50.011
11S E 254554 N 4318496
This Historical marker is located in the central part of Walley's Hot Springs Resort several miles south of Genoa.
Waymark Code: WMJ3JE
Location: Nevada, United States
Date Posted: 09/17/2013
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Train Station 1880's
This was an original station for travelers going both east and west that connected California and Nevada with the East coast. Stagecoaches shuttled passengers bound for Walley's from the Virginia & Truckee railway depot, that was moved here from a few miles away.
Marker Title (required): Train Station 1880's
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County (required): Douglas
Marker Type (required): Other (describe below)
Other Marker Type (optional): Painted Metal Sign
Is Marker Damaged? (required): Yes, other damage
Other Damage Type (optional): Paint cracked and darkened from UV
Marker Number (If official State Marker from NV SHPO website above, otherwise leave blank): Not Listed
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