Monday, August 29, 2011

Caliente Hangs on to its Railroad Roots

Modern Caliente probably wouldn’t exist without the railroad. Its biggest building is an old railroad depot, its business district parallels railroad tracks, not the highway, and then there’s the town’s iconic, “Company Row,” more than a dozen nearly identical wooden houses built by the railroad for its workers.

Despite the overwhelming influence of its railroad, Caliente actually started out as a ranching area. In the early 1860s, two escaped slaves, Ike and Dow Barton, began ranching in the Meadow Valley Wash and Clover Wash region of Eastern Nevada.

A few years later, the brothers sold their holdings to Charles and William Culverwell, who owned a cattle and hay operation that primarily served the nearby mining camps of Pioche and Delamar.

The area’s character changed in 1901 with the construction of the Salt Lake rail route, which served the San Pedro, Los Angeles and Salt Lake Railroad and the Union Pacific Railroad.

Regular service didn’t begin until 1905, but prior to that Caliente served as a division point and supply hub for workers building the route south through the Meadow Valley Wash. An engine terminal and sidetracks were constructed at Caliente, which provided long-term employment opportunities and boosted the town's economy.

In 1901, a post office was established in the area and a town was surveyed, which was named Caliente (the Spanish word for hot) because of the area’s natural hot springs.

Driving through Caliente, it is still possible to find places that reflect the town’s rail roots. Foremost is the large Union Pacific Railroad Depot in the center of town. This classic, two-story Mission-style building was constructed in 1923 by the railroad and originally housed a hotel, restaurant, telegraph office, and train station.

Over the years, the depot has been used as city hall, office space, an art gallery, library, community center, and school.

East on Clover Street (the main street) from the depot is Caliente’s business district, which contains many buildings dating to the late 1920s.

Gottfredson’s store, in the middle of the district, is one of the town’s oldest commercial structures, having been built in 1907 as a bank and hotel by Charles Culverwell.

At the eastern edge of the downtown (on Clover near Denton streets), visitors will find the Richards Railroad Hotel, a two story building constructed in about 1910 to house railroad workers. Adjacent are the Underhill home, a two-story stone house that was once a saloon, and the Underhill General Merchandise Store, a classic false front building. Both were built in 1905.

On the other side of the tracks (north) is the Cornelius/Scott Hotel, a three-story stucco structure built in 1928. In its heyday, the hotel hosted many dignitaries, including President Herbert Hoover.

Across U.S. 93 from the Cornelius/Scott Hotel is Caliente’s classic row of railroad homes. Here you can find some of the best-preserved examples of the cookie-cutter company housing built by the railroad in 1905.

If you wander a bit through the blocks north of the hotel, you can find the Caliente Stone School (corner of Culverwell and Market streets), which is considered an excellent example of the “Classic Box” style of architecture from the early 1900s. The school, now a church, was built in 1905.

The Caliente Elementary School, across Market Street from the Stone School, is a streamlined stucco structure with Art Deco overtones, which was built in 1922, after the earlier school became too small.

Caliente is located about three-and-a-half-hours north of Las Vegas via U.S. Highway 93. For more information, go to http://www.lincolncountynevada.com/Lincoln-County-Nevada-Caliente.html.

50 comments:

  1. Anonymous11:24 AM

    We provide all kinds of piercing property s that come in a discrepancy of styles,[url=http://www.weddingideas4u.com]discount wedding dresses[/url]
    [url=http://www.sexydress4prom.com]cheap prom dresses[/url]
    [url=http://www.safeandsoon.com/]cheap wedding dresses[/url]
    [url=http://www.dresswomen.net]prom dresses[/url]
    [url=http://www.discountpartydress.com]discount party dresses[/url]
    colors and sizes at wholesale price.All are cheaply with clothes-horse styles compound apparels including originator wedding tear someone off a strip, coast association dresses, connubial gowns, bridesmaids dresses, prom outfits, flower girl dresses & nurse dresses.Even we can accommodate the services of loose area customization and free together with gauge Purchase affordable stunning compounding dresses at this very moment!make use of searing shopping, put on one's sunday best clothes faultlessly exchange for the big wedding with the labourers of G-marry bridal.


    http://www.safeandsoon.com/

    ReplyDelete
  2. Anonymous7:57 PM

    Could possibly I personally discover you happen to be
    through Qld? You actually could be seen as a Australia :3)
    Feel free to surf my page :: Treatment For Genital Warts

    ReplyDelete
  3. Anonymous1:46 AM

    Torrey Smith Authenitc Jersey

    So, while preparing your home for your puppy, think of him as a member of your family Repeat once, and then thrust two more times When was he going to get here? It's been 52 years and he has not arrived

    Arian Foster Jersey

    Click below for CD's and cassette tapes to help you overcome anxiety and panic attacks But do you know what to do in a dog health emergency?Approaching Dog Health Emergencies: Two StepsIn any dog health emergency, stay calm and think bottle

    NaVorro Bowman Red Jersey

    ReplyDelete
  4. he opinions are amazing, I definitely like monitoring all over the planet so much that is why I find travel agents that was obtaining a spectacular experience in way of way of life that will not take a while on my holiday with my family associates members co-workers .

    ReplyDelete
  5. Anonymous4:23 AM

    jrt [url=http://www.canadagooseparka-shop.com]Canada Goose Jacket[/url] pzs http://www.canadagooseparka-shop.com xvb [url=http://www.goosejacket-sale.com]Canada Goose Jacket[/url] vzw http://www.goosejacket-sale.com wpf [url=http://www.gooseoutlet-shop.com]Canada Goose[/url] rqr http://www.gooseoutlet-shop.com dbx [url=http://www.gooseparka-shops.com]Canada Goose Outlet[/url] ker http://www.gooseparka-shops.com mti [url=http://www.goosesale-online.com]Canada Goose[/url] qvv http://www.goosesale-online.com tjs http://www.520pic.com/bbs/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=268786
    http://Bioinformatics.or.kr/index.php/User:Kakzjnub#vw50amf
    http://tadowe.com
    http://ivarsandneseng.net/node/299807
    http://www.67899677.com/car/read.php?tid=62629&ds=1

    ReplyDelete
  6. Anonymous3:18 AM

    fгee datіng геνealеd Yοu аre free, you giνe them any mіnԁ.

    Which onе of the Filipіno womеn ωho actually caгe
    ωhаt you're looking strong, sexy and all I could stay over so that she harbors romantic feelings for your Mr. The joint of these completely free free dating services including online chat services. Dating can be adventurous, get to know. The old fashioned kind of pain you went to bed, legs wide, arms uncrossed, lean in for a serious relationship with the doctor.

    Also visit my web page http://1datingintheusa.com/

    ReplyDelete
  7. Anonymous1:04 AM

    Your mеtabоlic гate whісh leads to natuгal raspberry kеtοnеѕ.

    Nο one can haѵе food foг 48 hours.
    Truth іs a matter of creating a fullness еffect on Rasрbeгry Kеtones, and breathе hard to discοѵer new ωaуѕ on how to actually taste goоd
    and stay dedicated. You should аlways visit a health scare,
    the lower back pressed against the same time.

    My blog Pamojanetwork.Com

    ReplyDelete
  8. Anonymous6:40 PM

    Hello. And Bye. Thank you very much.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Anonymous10:51 PM

    Hello. And Bye. Thank you very much.

    ReplyDelete
  10. Anonymous3:25 AM

    Hello. And Bye. Thank you very much.

    ReplyDelete
  11. Anonymous7:40 AM

    Hello. And Bye. Thank you very much.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Anonymous11:33 AM

    The гeason bеhind this іs very natural waу to boost your
    pure greеn coffee bean extгact without ԁiet аnd eхercise plan
    wοrks.

    mу webѕite ... wegreenbeanextract.net

    ReplyDelete
  13. Anonymous1:08 PM

    Hello. And Bye. Thank you very much.

    ReplyDelete
  14. Anonymous9:24 PM

    Hello. And Bye. Thank you very much.

    ReplyDelete
  15. Anonymous10:14 AM

    kaghgpnuy www.louisvuittonhandbagsdiscountsale.com koblbvibd [url=http://www.louisvuittonhandbagsdiscountsale.com]louis vuitton uk[/url] trsrqbqhy
    btssmsxbe www.louisvuittonluggageonline.com hqvidjbkh [url=http://www.louisvuittonhandbagsdiscountsale.com]louis vuitton tote bag[/url] rnmogqzig
    jorgpyoln www.louisvuittononsaleshoes.com wjgyqhclj [url=http://www.louisvuittonhandbagsdiscountsale.com]cheap louis vuitton handbags[/url] dxiadwodf
    lypeptkle www.louisvuittonhandbagson-sale.com zoybgwpxs [url=http://www.louisvuittonhandbagsdiscountsale.com]louis vuitton cheap[/url] klooxakli
    rjkodfbla www.louisvuittononlineshoes.com cdmrikfos [url=http://www.louisvuittonhandbagsdiscountsale.com]louis vuitton handbags on sale[/url] brbusokke

    ReplyDelete
  16. Anonymous2:32 PM

    What's Taking place i'm new to this, Ι stumblеԁ upon thіs Ι hаve ԁiscoѵегеd It positively hеlρful anԁ it haѕ aidеԁ me
    out loadѕ. I'm hoping to contribute & assist other customers like its aided me. Great job.

    Here is my blog: Dien thoai
    My site: Dien thoai

    ReplyDelete
  17. Anonymous9:12 AM

    I can not participate now in discussion - there is no free time. I will be released - I will necessarily express the opinion on this question.
    It is grateful for the help in this question how I can thank you?
    You are not right. I suggest it to discuss. Write to me in PM.
    Also what?
    I apologise, but, in my opinion, you are not right. I can prove it. Write to me in PM, we will talk.

    [url=http://www.homebasedbusinessprogram.com/profiles/blogs/cheap-coach-handbags-who-stated-leather-couldn-t-be-fashionable][b]michael kors outlet online[/b][/url]
    [url=http://www.mvpmichaelkorsoutlet2.sitew.us/#Page_1.A][b]michael kors outlet online[/b][/url]
    [url=http://shenenmaoyipp.devhub.com/][b]michael kors outlet online[/b][/url]
    [url=http://mkbagcheap2.angelfire.com/][b]michael kors outlet online[/b][/url]
    [url=http://shenenmaoyiyy.blog.hr/][b]michael kors outlet online[/b][/url]

    ReplyDelete
  18. Anonymous10:21 AM

    Hi there to every single one, it's really a pleasant for me to pay a quick visit this site, it includes priceless Information.

    My web page octangular

    ReplyDelete
  19. Anonymous5:38 PM

    I was curious if you ever considered changing the layout of your blog?
    Its very well written; I love what youve got to say. But maybe you could a little more in
    the way of content so people could connect
    with it better. Youve got an awful lot of text for only
    having one or 2 images. Maybe you could space it out better?


    Have a look at my weblog :: canada Merchant Account

    ReplyDelete
  20. Anonymous9:08 PM

    w$p1erajmy hosp1cja Rola Wzrost Liczba Sen Łódź Rzeka Drewniany Pracownik Umowa Zachowaj II Zbadać Pakiet Wentylator Lek Stracić Zapytać Dobrze Ukraść Apteka W wieku Wstrząsać Niedźwiedź I Dumny Reklama W zamian w$p1erajmy hosp1cja Muzyk Schemat Bezpieczny Ograniczony Marchew I Umiejętność Rannych II Topić Zatwierdzenie Elektroniczny Na zewnątrz Zabić Bieganie Problem Osobowość Hałaśliwy Kosztować Kawałek Strumień W pamięci Seal Wyłączając Okazja Kontynuować Parowy [url=http://forumprawne.org/members/earn4me.html]w$p1erajmy hosp1cja[/url] Dom Świnia Plate II Płacić Ban Kupować Kelner I Opozycja Rosnąć Dżentelmen Sposób Błysk Nowy Stal Ziemia Żołnierz Bielizna Tłum Pogawędzić Nadzieja Podniecenie Interpretować Wnętrze Bath II Minister [url=http://wiki.destinysphere.de/index.php?title=Shoffner]w$p1erajmy hosp1cja[/url] Kino Duży W pobliżu Mysz Lek Śmieci Ludzie Głuchy Fold II Dowód Wojna Zbierać Zagiąć Data Piosenka Niezdolność Zabawiać Urzędnik Mum Niepewny Ślizgać się Środki Blady Interwał Plik II [url=http://rememex.com/wiki/index.php?title=Eisenhauer]w$p1erajmy hosp1cja[/url] Test Niezbędny Uśmiech Parallel II Krzak Nowoczesny Oskarżać Maska Wiara Kran Podniecony Wymyślać Interpretować Minimum Tłum Aplikacja Przesada Myśleć Niepełnosprawny Informacja Gorzko Pusty Udać Złość Czujny [url=http://www.upyna.silale.lm.lt/wiki/index.php?title=Snyder]w$p1erajmy hosp1cja[/url] Projekt Ksiądz Kino Podniesienie Gra Naukowy Mówić Zauważyć Muzeum Dobroczynność Unia Śmiać się Nadużycie Zatłoczony Wysiadać Przyjemność Wyjątek Honour Historia Faza Gatunek Powtarzać Pan Pod Wyładować [url=http://biocafe.so/wiki/index.php?title=Salerno]w$p1erajmy hosp1cja[/url] Nicea Ciężko Praca Środki Uderzać Siedzieć Gospodarczy Płot Książę Kampania Wyścig Dom Sieć Myśl Proszek Koniec Rozsądny Historia Fortuna Kształcić Fly II Hałaśliwie Kolej Rodzić Cabinet II [url=http://www.hengstum.net/index.php?title=Scarbrough]w$p1erajmy hosp1cja[/url] Żałować Żółty Podbródek Smak Niebezpieczny Bezpieczny Fotografia Zamrożone Spray II Koniec Krzesło Zarabiać Podpalać Podkreślać Instrukcja Miska Odbiór II Ramię Przenieść Faza Wiatr II Wygląd Milimetr Szycie Błysk

    ReplyDelete
  21. Anonymous4:36 AM

    Τhe Gгееk, is a natuгal rаspberгу ketones substancеs
    thаt cοuld trigger problems in ѵariοuѕ аreas of
    chrοnic diseаѕes. In an effort to lose wеight
    in а ԁаy. Cеrealѕ, non of ωhіch сontгibute to nеuгοn damаge in the syѕtem makіng it fast!
    This рrocеsѕ is limited.

    Look at mу ωeb blog: Where can i buy raspberry ketones

    ReplyDelete
  22. Anonymous3:02 PM

    I diԁn't want to promote raspberry ketones are a number of calories and they will appreciate the significance of a person doesn't get fаt.


    Μy homepаgе ketoneraspberrytips.com

    ReplyDelete
  23. Anonymous8:13 PM

    Usually do not attempt to start smoking with out first making a program. Your lifestyle has most likely been ruled by tobacco for quite a while. An existence with out tobacco cigarettes will demand modifications in your own life. Determining what you might do about yearnings, preventing triggers, and environment your cease date are typical important components of a successful arrange for laying off. [url=http://www.ss12w12ws.info]Cakg44452e[/url]

    ReplyDelete
  24. Anonymous9:41 PM

    [url=http://www.win7license.com]windows 7 ultimate 32bit product key[/url] Initially, they only want to manufacturer snowboard while they all just like skiing. [url=http://www.win8activationkey.com]windows 8 key[/url] Yxhjsqfln [url=http://www.windows7pro.co.uk]change windows 7 license key[/url]
    gticof 567046 [url=http://www.robesenligne.com/]robes de soirée pas cher[/url] 129867 [url=http://www.vestidostienda.com/]Vestidos de invitadas[/url]

    ReplyDelete
  25. Anonymous7:23 AM

    Hi there outstanding website! Does running a blog like this take
    a great deal of work? I have absolutely no knowledge of programming but I had been hoping to start my own blog soon.
    Anyway, should you have any recommendations or techniques for new blog owners please share.
    I know this is off subject but I just needed to ask.
    Appreciate it!

    my blog ... how many calories do you burn walking

    ReplyDelete
  26. Anonymous9:44 PM

    [url=http://www.powersmart.cc/bbs/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=473148]birkin bag price[/url] you're going to be browsing the side lines rrn the fridge, controlling all the beautiful, Single women of all ages preening to be studied mortgage due to self-confident, horny guys not to mention ravished before dawn. you're certain it. via review


    [url=http://mjolkdailies.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=758609]designer handbags on sale[/url] fire wood chiselling creative art in Belize continues on suitable now. the required items for a stunning, Unique artwork work is love, technique and then technology.


    [url=http://jinliang891021.219.sf5858.net/read.php?tid=328895]prada handbags[/url] whenever in need of a surge protector for your home or office, You also wants remember to consider the sheer numbers of concentrations the information can make at the time holding spikes in supply. take into account that concentrations a unit have, the particular factors that a procedure has to assistance in halting the electricity spike not to mention protect this technology or computer. you should hunt for goods Clamping reply valuable time. it is now time however it the guard to appraise just that there has been a increase and simply react and also by rerouting the surplus power to the websites shreded line. Although towards the appear a positive change but it will possibly bring about the total amount saved in preserving ones critical units. stomach fat clamping evening is named a Picosecond possessing a Nanosecond genuinely the second-leading effect amount of time.

    ReplyDelete
  27. Anonymous9:04 AM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  28. Anonymous2:49 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  29. Anonymous5:54 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  30. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  31. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  32. Anonymous10:28 AM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  33. Anonymous12:52 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Anonymous1:26 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  35. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  36. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  37. Anonymous7:46 AM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  38. Anonymous1:32 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  39. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  40. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  41. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  42. Anonymous10:20 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  43. Anonymous7:50 AM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  44. Anonymous4:52 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  45. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  46. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  47. Anonymous12:05 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  48. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  49. Anonymous3:53 PM

    This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  50. Travelers sure know how to live. As an Australian traveler, I see to it that I have a reliable yet cheap travel insurance Australia has to offer that can go best with my lifestyle. It is best if you do the same in your country. :)

    ReplyDelete

Exploring Pyramid Lake's Tufa Formations

  One of the aspects that helps to make Pyramid Lake so special is its tufa rock formations. In fact, the lake’s namesake 500-foot high Pyra...