Minden in Douglas County, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)

A. F. Neidt House

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 11, 2009

1. A. F. Neidt House Marker

Inscription. Built in 1909 by A.F. Neidt, a cement contractor who also poured most of the early sidewalks in Minden. The home was later occupied by Annie Hickey Raycraft, who offered room and board for "unmarried lady" school teachers.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1909.

Location. 38° 57.225′ N, 119° 45.883′ W. Marker is in Minden, Nevada, in Douglas County. Marker is at the intersection of Esmeralda Avenue and 5th Street on Esmeralda Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1605 Esmeralda Avenue, Minden NV 89423, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First National Bank of Nevada (within shouting distance of this marker); Douglas County World War II Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Minden Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Reed-Meneley Insurance (within shouting distance of this marker); Henry Beck House (within shouting distance of this marker); Second Farmer's Bank of Carson Valley (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Grace Melissa Dangberg (about 300 feet away); John Dangberg House (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Minden.

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sectionhead>More about this marker. The marker is mounted on a thigh-high post on the streetcorner nearest the house. The house is a private residence.

A. F. Neidt House image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, October 11, 2009

2. A. F. Neidt House

Credits. This page was last revised on December 21, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 30, 2009, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 999 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 30, 2009, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.