Clifton in Fairfax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
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Clifton Betterment Assoc.
In 1932, built to house machinery for processing gold from local quartz found near Union Mills. Town resident Mert McCain designed the machinery, which could be heard "chugging away" only during occasional visits by investors from New York. The swindle worked for several years. The plant was likely powered by the 1899 Frick "Eclipse" steam traction engine.Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1932.
Location. 38° 46.861′ N, 77° 23.233′ W. Marker is in Clifton, Virginia, in Fairfax County. Marker is on Main Street (Virginia Route 645) just north of Ford Lane, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 7137 Main St, Clifton VA 20124, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Pink House (a few steps from this marker); Sangster's Station (a few steps from this marker); Devereux Station (within shouting distance of this marker); Clifton Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Buckley Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Weaver House
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