Financial District in San Francisco City and County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Bummer and Lazarus
Erected 1992 by E Clampus Vitus, Yerba Buena Chapter No. 1.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Animals. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical month for this entry is October 1863.
Location. 37° 47.718′ N, 122° 24.144′ W. Marker is in San Francisco, California, in San Francisco City and County. It is in the Financial District. Marker can be reached from Washington Street, on the right when traveling east. This marker is located in Transamerica Redwood Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 535 Washington Street, San Francisco CA 94111, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Montgomery Block (within shouting distance of this marker); The San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Ship Niantic (within shouting distance of this marker); Western Headquarters of Russell, Majors, and Waddell (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Commander John B. Montgomery's Landing Site (about 300 feet away); Bank of Italy (about 300 feet away); The Black Cat Café (about 300 feet away); Birthplace of Freemasonry in California (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Francisco.
Regarding Bummer and Lazarus. Bummer and Lazarus were two stray dogs that roamed the streets of San Francisco between 1861 and 1865. They became famous for their expertise at killing the rats that infested the city in those days, and for their unique bond of friendship.
Also see . . .
1. Bummer and Lazarus: Street Dogs and Friends. America comes alive entry. (Submitted on October 21, 2020, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. "Exit Bummer" - twainquotes.com. "In fact, Bummer should have died sooner: there was a time when his death would have left a lasting legacy of fame to his name. Now, however, he will be forgotten in a few days. Bummer's skin is to be stuffed and placed with that of Lazarus." (Submitted on August 13, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 13, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 1,221 times since then and 36 times this year. It was the Marker of the Week July 7, 2013. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 13, 2012, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. 4. submitted on July 6, 2013. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.