Represa in Sacramento County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Prison Doodlebug
It has a model A motor, a military transmission and rear end, which is a very low geared four speed transmission for hauling heavy loads. It has a Ford Model A radiator and large rear wheels from a military tug which had been used in moving air planes around the air field. This Doodlebug was very slow, but was very dependable in moving heavy items here at Folsom.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Law Enforcement.
Location. 38° 41.541′ N, 121° 9.66′ W. Marker is in Represa, California, in Sacramento County. Marker is on Prison Road, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Represa CA 95671, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Tree Stump Hitching Post (a few steps from this marker); Fire Extinguisher (a few steps from this marker); Railroad Gate (a few steps from this marker); Sergeant C.W. Parker (a few steps from this marker); Horse Head Hitching Post (within shouting distance of this marker); Who is Fisher? (approx. ¾ mile away); Kuntz Memorial Field (approx. ¾ mile away); Folsom Institute (approx. ¾ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Represa.
More about this marker. The marker is on the front lawn of the Folsom Prison museum.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 4, 2022, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 124 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 4, 2022, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.