Newman in Stanislaus County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Armistead Building

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, October 14, 2022

1. Armistead Building Marker

Inscription. Dr. Armistead and Leland Parker, a pharmacist, practiced in Hills Ferry until the late 1890’s. In 1897 Dr. Armistead built the 2 story brick building. Leland Parker established Rexall Drug store on the street level. Dr. Armistead’s medical office on the 2nd floor. The building later became Pioneer Drug store.

Erected by Rotary Club of Newman.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Science & Medicine. In addition, it is included in the Rotary International series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1897.

Location. 37° 18.838′ N, 121° 1.334′ W. Marker is in Newman, California, in Stanislaus County. It is on Main Street near Merced Street, on the right when traveling south. The plaque is mounted on the right side of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1433 Main Street, Newman CA 95360, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the San Joaquin Valley

and specifically in the Central Valley.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Dutch Corner School House (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Rose Garage (within shouting distance of this marker); St. Clair Corner (within shouting distance of this marker); IOOF Building (within shouting distance of this marker); The West Side Index

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dr. Stratton's Hospital (about 400 feet away); West Side Santitarium (about 400 feet away); St. George Hotel (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newman.

Armistead Building and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, October 14, 2022

2. Armistead Building and Marker

The marker is to the right of the windows.

Credits. This page was last revised on October 23, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 23, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. This page has been viewed 374 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 23, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.