Pioche in Lincoln County, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)
Pioche's Boot Hill
A mining town from the late 1860s, Pioche is one of the most intact historic communities in Southern Nevada. Named for Francois L.A. Pioche, a San Francisco financier who, with partners, acquired some of the earliest claims in the area, the town grew quickly. Its isolation led to a lawlessness which was as famous as its mines.
The many murderers in the area led to the creation of Boot Hill, the earliest cemetery in Pioche. There were six deaths from lead poisioning in the town before the first person died of natural causes, and this cemetery was in active use during the boom years. Though religious and fraternal cemeteries were later created, Boot Hill continued to be used for many years. Though in use today, Boot Hill remains a part of the history of Pioche. Let us not forget those who are buried here, for they too are a part of our heritage.
Dedicated this 9th day of May, 2009
by the Queho Posse Chapter 1919
E Clampus Vitus
in cooperation with the Pioche Chamber of Commerce
Erected 2009 by E Clampus Vitus- Queho Posse Chapter 1919.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Cemeteries & Burial Sites. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical month for this entry is May 2009.
Location. 37° 56.049′ N, 114° 26.822′ W. Marker is in Pioche, Nevada, in Lincoln County. Marker is on Comstock Road, 0.1 miles east of Osceola Avenue, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Pioche NV 89043, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Boot Hill Cemetery (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lincoln County Courthouse (approx. 0.3 miles away); Mountain View Hotel (approx. 0.3 miles away); Masonic Hall (approx. 0.4 miles away); Commercial Club (approx. 0.4 miles away); Old Fire Hall (approx. 0.4 miles away); Oddfellows and Rebekahs (approx. half a mile away); Christ Church (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pioche.
Also see . . . Boot Hill. Pioche Nevade website entry (Submitted on April 10, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Credits. This page was last revised on April 10, 2021. It was originally submitted on October 8, 2015, by Trev Meed of Round Mountain, Nevada. This page has been viewed 409 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on October 8, 2015, by Trev Meed of Round Mountain, Nevada. 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 9, 2015, by Trev Meed of Round Mountain, Nevada. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
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