Randsburg in Kern County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Rand Mining District

Photographed By Craig Baker

1. Rand Mining District Marker

Inscription. The Yellow Aster, or Rand Mine, was discovered in April, 1895 by Singleton Burcham and Mooers. The town of Randsburg quickly developed followed by the supply town of Johannesburg in 1896. Both names were adopted from the profusion of minerals resembling those of the Rand Mining District in South Africa. In 1907 Churchill discovered tungsten at Atolia, used in steel alloy during World War I. In June 1919 Willams and Nosser discovered the famous California Rand Silver Mine at Red Mountain.

Erected 1964 by Kern County Historical Society, The El Tejon Palor No. 239 N.D.G.W, The Bakersfield Parlor No. 42 N.S.G.W. and the Kern County Museum. (Marker Number 938.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Natural Resources. In addition, it is included in the California Historical Landmarks, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1895.

Location. 35° 22.084′ N, 117° 39.325′ W. Marker is in Randsburg, California, in Kern County. Marker is at the intersection of Butte Avenue and Highland Avenue on Butte Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Johannesburg CA 93528, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Commercial Hotel (a few steps from this marker);

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