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

Simon Newman Building

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, October 14, 2022

1. Simon Newman Building Marker

Inscription. In 1869 Simon Newman purchased a mercantile store in Hills Ferry from John Sharp. In 1888 he built a new store in Newman, to become the largest store between Stockton and Fresno selling dry goods, groceries, hardware and agricultural implements. The business closed in 1959 ending 89 years in business.

Erected by Rotary Club of Newman.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Rotary International series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1869.

Location. 37° 18.89′ N, 121° 1.269′ W. Marker is in Newman, California, in Stanislaus County. The plaque is mounted to the corner of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1405 N Street, Newman CA 95360, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. IOOF Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); West Side Santitarium (about 400 feet away); St. George Hotel (about 400 feet away); Dutch Corner School House (about 400 feet away); Armistead Building (about 400 feet away); Old Rose Garage (about 500 feet away); West Side Theatre (about 500 feet away); The West Side Index (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newman.

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Also see . . . Jewish Museum of the American West: Simon Newman and Newman, CA.

“It can be said that Stanislaus and Merced Counties are fortunate to have had a man of the caliper of Simon Newman. He recognized the almost unlimited opportunities of this fertile and productive farming region, one of the choice areas in California.”

– Edgar M. Kahn

(Submitted on October 31, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.)

Photographed By Joseph Alvarado, October 14, 2022

2. Simon Newman Building & Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on October 31, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 31, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. This page has been viewed 92 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 31, 2022, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.