Odeon Saloon - Billiard Parlour
Dayton Lodge No. 5 I.O.O.F.
The first community building was built by the Odd Fellows in 1863 costing $30,000. Lodge offices and Hall were on the second floor. The Odeon Saloon and Billiard Parlour occupied the west side of the street floor, hosting such notables as Mark Twain and Adolph Sutro. The hardware establishment of Howe and Gallatine was on the east side street level.
In August, 1863, Territorial Governor Nye, escorted by Fort Churchill troops, spoke from the balcony to an empty street following a reported riot, and committee of vigilance hanging. President U.S. Grant, prior to visiting Sutro's tunnel, in October, 1879, used the balcony to speak to a more responsive group of townspeople.
After the Dayton fire of July, 1866, the building was sold and remodeled. The second floor became the Melodeon Hall where dances, minstrel shows, and operas were held. Some town meetings were conducted here.
Mr. & Mrs. Grahame H. Hardy purchased the property in 1964 and through their restoration, have preserved the past for the future.
Erected 1974 by E Clampus Vitus- Julia C. Bulette Chapter 1864.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations
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Location. 39° 14.203′ N, 119° 35.45′ W. Marker is in Dayton, Nevada, in Lyon County. Marker is on 65 Pike Street north of Main Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Dayton NV 89403, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Misfits (within shouting distance of this marker); Nevada Added Station (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Hotel & Post Office (within shouting distance of this marker); Where Nevada Began (within shouting distance of this marker); The Road to Nowhere (within shouting distance of this marker); Carson & Colorado Railroad (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Nevada’s First Gold Discovery (about 400 feet away); The Dayton, Sutro & Carson Valley Railroad (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dayton.
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