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

Old Rose Garage

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, October 14, 2022

1. Old Rose Garage Marker

Inscription. The Mission Revival Style building was built in 1921 by Tom Rose. The Old Rose Garage sold and repaired Studebaker automobiles. Upon his death in 1940, the business went to his son Albert A. Rose. He continued in business until the early 70’s.

Erected by Rotary Club of Newman.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Roads & Vehicles. In addition, it is included in the Rotary International series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1921.

Location. 37° 18.819′ N, 121° 1.315′ W. Marker is in Newman, California, in Stanislaus County. It is at the intersection of Main Street and Merced Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street. The plaque is mounted to the front center of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1458 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: St. Clair Corner (within shouting distance of this marker); Armistead Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Dutch Corner School House (within shouting distance of this marker); IOOF Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The West Side Index

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(about 500 feet away); Simon Newman Building (about 500 feet away); Dr. Stratton's Hospital (about 500 feet away); West Side Santitarium (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newman.

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, January 6, 2023

2. Old Rose Garage Marker

Old Rose Garage Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, October 14, 2022

3. Old Rose Garage Building

Credits. This page was last revised on January 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 25, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. This page has been viewed 300 times since then and 39 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on October 25, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 2. submitted on January 17, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. 3. submitted on October 25, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.