Stockton in San Joaquin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

B & M Building

1860’s and 1870

Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 1, 2009

1. B & M Building Marker

Inscription. This building, situated near the head of the Stockton Channel evokes memories of early commerce when Stockton served as the main supply depot for the southern mines. Bearing remnants of Italienate Style, the structure is rich with history dating back to the Gold Rush era. The B & M name was coined in the 1930’s for owners Joseph Breidenbach and Alexander McDonald.

Stockton Historical Landmark No. 35
Designated by Stockton City Council 1983

Erected 1983. (Marker Number 35.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Stockton Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1983.

Location. 37° 57.267′ N, 121° 17.371′ W. Marker is in Stockton, California, in San Joaquin County. It is on Bridge Place near North Hunter Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 125 Bridge Place, Stockton CA 95202, 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: San Joaquin County Courthouse (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Compass Rose (about 400 feet away); Tretheway Block - Argonaut Hotel (about 400 feet away); Saint John’s Episcopal Church and Guild Hall

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(about 600 feet away); Head of Navigation (about 700 feet away); The Sister City Story (about 700 feet away); Fox California Theatre (about 800 feet away); California Building (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Stockton.

Another marker is no longer nearby. Goddess of Justice (was about 500 feet away but has been permanently removed).

Also see . . . B&M Building. Downtown Stockton Walking Tour entry (Submitted on January 6, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)

B & M Building image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 1, 2009

2. B & M Building

This marker is mounted on the center support post. The John L. Briscoe Memorial Plaque is mounted on the left corner post.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 1, 2009

3. B & M Building

Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 1, 2009

4. B & M Building

John L. Briscoe Memorial Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 1, 2009

5. John L. Briscoe Memorial Plaque

In Memory of
John L. Briscoe
Stockton Police Officer
Killed in the performance of duty
at this location
February 5, 1917

Dedicated February 5, 1987

Credits. This page was last revised on January 6, 2021. It was originally submitted on November 2, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,496 times since then and 43 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on November 2, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.