Modesto in Stanislaus County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Modesto Pioneer Cemetery
Photographed by Syd Whittle, May 28, 2009
1. Modesto Pioneer Cemetery Marker
Formerly Independent Order of Odd Fellows (Wildey Lodge) Cemetery
The flagpole and bricks used in this monument are from the Hughson Hotel built in 1913 by Luella Hughson. This modern hotel had a 36 foot redwood flagpole where the American flag was flown every day. The Hughson Hotel was torn down in 1998.
Erected 2000 by E Clampus Vitus, Chapter No.58.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.
Location. 37° 38.897′ N, 120° 58.957′ W. Marker is in Modesto, California, in Stanislaus County. It can be reached from Scenic Drive. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 905 Scenic Drive, Modesto CA 95350, 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 Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Andrew McGinnes (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Silent City (about 400 feet away); Grand Army of the Republic (about 400 feet away); George Lucas Plaza (approx. 0.6 miles away); The McHenry Mansion (approx. Ύ mile away); The McHenry Museum
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Another marker is no longer nearby. The Paper Boy (was approx. Ύ mile away but has been confirmed missing).
Also see . . .
1. A History of the Modesto Pioneer Cemetery. (Submitted on May 29, 2009.)
2. An Early Photo of the Hotel Hughson with a short description. (Submitted on May 29, 2009.)
3. A later photo of the Hotel Hughson. Note the flagpole as mentioned in the marker text. (Submitted on May 29, 2009.)
Photographed by Syd Whittle, May 28, 2009
2. Modesto Pioneer Cemetery Marker and Flagpole
Photographed by Syd Whittle, May 28, 2009
3. Modesto Pioneer Cemetery
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 29, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 2,934 times since then and 58 times this year. Last updated on August 20, 2012. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 29, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
