Bakersfield in Kern County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Weller House
Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 27, 2009
1. Weller House Marker
In the decades after the end of the Civil War, an unstable economy created economic and social turmoil in the United States. People looking for opportunity migrated to the West.
The Kern County Land Company founded the Rosedale Colony in 1890. After building the Calloway Canal through the area, the company recruited settlers from the eastern United States and Europe.
In 1898, William and Irena Weller migrated from Michigan to Kern County with their children, Amos and Alma, settling in the rural farming community of Rosedale. William and Irena lived in this board and batten style house originally located on their farm west of Bakersfield.
In 1899, Amos Weller purchased a store dealing in general merchandise from W. R. Sheppard for $1.00. By 1910, William worked as a clerk in his sons store while Irena tended to their home.
Raymond F. Stockton and Marjorie M. Stockton, William and Irena Wellers granddaughter, donated this house to the Kern County Museum in 1957.
Erected by Kern County Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1890.
Location. 35° 23.547′ N, 119° 1.247′ W. Marker is in Bakersfield, California, in Kern
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Regionally, this marker is in California’s San Joaquin Valley, specifically in the Central Valley, and in the Sierra Nevada. 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 Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Photographers Studio (here, next to this marker); The Italian Heritage Farmhouse (a few steps from this marker); Sheepherder's Cabin (a few steps from this marker); Pinkney House (a few steps from this marker); Miller and Lux Survey Office (a few steps from this marker); Drug Store (a few steps from this marker); Wells, Fargo & Company Express Office (a few steps from this marker); Southern Pacific Railroad Jail (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bakersfield.
Regarding Weller House. This house was originally located in Rosedale which was formerly a country town 10 miles west of Bakersfield. It is now completely surrounded by suburban sprawl. Founded in 1891 as a colony of English farmers, it had its own post office from 1891 to 1913.
Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 27, 2009
2. Weller House and Marker
3. Photos Displayed on Marker
Upper Photo:
Irena and William Weller. circa 1910.
Lower Photo:
The Wellers house in Rosedale, circa 1950.
Irena and William Weller. circa 1910.
Lower Photo:
The Wellers house in Rosedale, circa 1950.
4. Photos Displayed on Marker
Upper Photo:
Amos Weller, circa 1910
Lower Photo:
Amos Wellers store in Rosedale, circa 1915.
Amos Weller, circa 1910
Lower Photo:
Amos Wellers store in Rosedale, circa 1915.
Photographed by Syd Whittle, November 27, 2009
5. Weller House - Side View
Credits. This page was last revised on August 1, 2018. It was originally submitted on December 20, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,723 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on December 20, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
