Jackson in Amador County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Jackson Fire Bell

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

1. Jackson Fire Bell Marker

Inscription.
This trusty bell served Jackson
faithfully for over 70 years.
Located in tower near courthouse.
Warning of fire or other peril. Dedicated July 8, 1989 by
Amador County Historical Society
and
Excelsior Parlor No. 31 N.S.G.W.
Andrew A. Quaglia, Grand President

Erected 1989 by Excelsior Parlor No. 31, Native Sons of the Golden West.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Charity & Public Work. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is July 8, 1801.

Location. 38° 20.891′ N, 120° 46.373′ W. Marker is in Jackson, California, in Amador County. Marker is on Broadway Street, on the left when traveling south. Marker and bell are located at Petkovich Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Jackson CA 95642, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Masonic Hall & Court House (a few steps from this marker); Rocca's Hall, Theatre, Arena (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of 1852 Louisiana House (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. Sharp's Drug, Ginocchio's Store

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Wells Fargo Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Hotel & Odd Fellows Hall Lodge #36 (within shouting distance of this marker); Wells Fargo & Co. Express and Banking Office (within shouting distance of this marker); The Louisiana House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jackson.

Additional keywords. Fire Bells

Jackson Fire Bell and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

2. Jackson Fire Bell and Marker

Petkovich Park Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

3. Petkovich Park Marker

(Location of the Fire Bell and Marker)
Dedicated in honor of the memory
of John Petkivich, friend, advisor,
businessman and civic leader
whose foresight and actions were
a major factor in the development
of this city.
Given to the City of Jackson
on August 12, 1989 by
Wilhelmina Petkovich
for her husband.

Petkovich Park and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, June 7, 2009

4. Petkovich Park and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 5, 2020. It was originally submitted on June 7, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,204 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on June 7, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.