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Greenwood

SW corner of the intersection of State Hwy 193 and Greenwood St, Greenwood, CA , USA

Latitude & Longitude: 38° 53' 57.1992", -120° 54' 51.8148"
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John Greenwood, a trapper and guide who came to California in 1844, established a trading post here in 1849. The gold rush town of Greenwood boasted a theater, four hotels, 14 stores, a brewery, and four saloons. Among its illustrious citizens was John A. Stone, California songwriter, who was buried here in 1863.

Last updated: 2/15/2016 21:05:00
 
   
 
 
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