"Enter Research. There had to be a reason why this marker of all the others in Nevada received such immaculate construction. All that's missing is an attached water fountain and park bench for visitor five-star viewing treatment. Whatever the reason we certainly aren't complaining. Onto #189 across the street ..." -- July 2007

   Marker Superlative

- 29 - is the only bilingual Nevada historical marker.

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SW corner of Victorian Way and Pyramid Way (SR 445) -- Sparks Reno & Washoe County   39.534720, -119.753250

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Original Date Visited: 9/27/07
Revisited: 10/24/22
Signed: No

Marker History: Marker 29 is certainly an eyegrabber for commuters cruising down B Street from Sparks' Victorian Square. Ever since I conquered it back in 2007, I've always wondered why this one in particular received such special treatment. Hours of web searching eventually uncovered this hidden article from the Las Vegas Review Journal from June 2004.

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Here's what you'll see!

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The Chinese side of Marker 29

Exact Description:
This honors the heroism and hardwork of the thousands of Chinese who played a major role in the history of Nevada. From across the Pacific, the Chinese came to California during the Gold Rush of 49 and on to the mountains and desert of this state where they built railroads, cut timber and performed countless humble tasks.

Sizeable Chinese communities grew up here in Virginia City and other towns. Their contribution to the progress of the state in its first century will be forever remembered by all Nevadans.

Check out this rare image of the former version of Marker 29!

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Reno

"The community's reputation as a divorce center began in 1906 and gambling was legalized in 1931."

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Related

MARKER SUPERLATIVES   Chinatown (Early Name of Dayton)   Dedication of Marker 29: Las Vegas Review Journal 

 
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