La Verne in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
J.M. Johnson Home
California Craftsman Bungalow - 1911
Photographed by Craig Baker, January 20, 2022
1. J.M. Johnson Home Marker
This residence was built at the same time as Henry L. Kuns’ home at the north end of the block. James M. Johnson was married to Kuns' daughter, Ora Lamb Kuns. Johnson owned the Lordsburg Garage & Machine Shop. He also maintained streets for the city of Lordsburg.
Erected by Historical Society of La Verne. (Marker Number 13.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1911.
Location. 34° 6.254′ N, 117° 46.737′ W. Marker is in La Verne, California, in Los Angeles County. It is at the intersection of Magnolia Avenue and Bonita Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Magnolia Avenue. Located across the street from Kuns park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2417 Magnolia Ave, La Verne CA 91750, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles and in the Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, on the Pacific Rim, in
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Henry L. Kuns Home (within shouting distance of this marker); Carob Tree (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lomeli Adobe (about 600 feet away); The Meredith Home (approx. half a mile away); Bonita Union High School (approx. half a mile away); Lordsburg Townsite (approx. 0.6 miles away); The Haugh Residence (approx. 0.7 miles away); The David Blickenstaff Home (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in La Verne.
Photographed by Craig Baker, January 20, 2022
2. J.M. Johnson Home and Marker
The marker lays flat on the ground next to the sidewalk.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 16, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 24, 2022, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 346 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 24, 2022, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
