Goodsprings in Clark County, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)
The Pioneer Saloon
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, December 28, 2010
1. The Pioneer Saloon Marker
Inscription.
The Pioneer Saloon. . George Fayle moved to southern Nevada from Calico, California in 1904. He settled at Goodsprings Junction, which was later renamed for his wife Jean. In 1912, he moved to Goodsprings. He built the Pioneer Saloon in 1913, later building the Fayle General Store and the Fayle Hotel. Through he died in the flu epidemic of 1918, his vision lived on through his saloon, still a center of community life. Later owners have also affected the community, none more so then "Poppa Don" Hedrick, who raised money for local causes and ran a local ambulance service.
George Fayle moved to southern Nevada from Calico, California in 1904. He settled at Goodsprings Junction, which was later renamed for his wife Jean. In 1912, he moved to Goodsprings. He built the Pioneer Saloon in 1913, later building the Fayle General Store and the Fayle Hotel. Through he died in the flu epidemic of 1918, his vision lived on through his saloon, still a center of community life. Later owners have also affected the community, none more so then "Poppa Don" Hedrick, who raised money for local causes and ran a local ambulance service.
Erected 2001 by Queho Posse, Chapter 1919, E Clampus Vitus.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.
Location. 35° 49.945′ N, 115° 25.92′ W. Marker is in Goodsprings, Nevada, in Clark County. Marker is on Spring Street (Nevada Route 161) 0.1 miles east of Vegas Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Jean NV 89019, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 10 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Goodsprings Mining District 1856 - 1957 (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Good's Spring (approx.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on January 5, 2011, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,162 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on January 5, 2011, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
