Dedication of 545 Main St, Nevada City - Nevada County Historical Landmark

A plaque dedication ceremony was held at 545 Main Street in Nevada City, focusing on the house's history and its occupants, primarily the Searls family. The event began with acknowledgments of the current homeowners, Paul and Susan Zimmerman, for hosting the event and allowing the plaque placement. Dave Comstock, a local historian, provided a brief overview of the house's history, mentioning its first owner, Edward Spence, and subsequent owners, including Addison Niles and Niles Searles. The Searls family occupied the house for a significant period, and several family members were present at the ceremony. Niles Searles, John Drew (representing his mother), and Gwen Searls shared their memories of living in the house and their connections to the local mining industry. The ceremony concluded with the official dedication of the plaque, recognizing the house as a significant local landmark.

Created: May 17, 2002
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"Dedication of 545 Main St, Nevada City - Nevada County Historical Landmark"
Landmark Dedications, May 17, 2002. Searls Historical Library, https://archive.nevadacountyhistory.org/search/?Id=2134

Link: https://archive.nevadacountyhistory.org/search/?Id=2134

Dedication of the Doris Foley Library of Historical Research

This video is of a ceremony dedicating the Doris Foley Library of Historical Research. The event begins with Neil Lock, chairman of the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission, introducing the first speaker, Ed Tyson. Tyson, a volunteer at the library, highlights the significance of having two separate historical libraries in Nevada City, emphasizing their complementary nature and the unique value of their collections. He notes the extensive genealogical resources available and the library's popularity among researchers from around the world. The mayor of Nevada City then reads a proclamation honoring Doris Foley's contributions as an educator, historian, and writer. Madeline Helling, a former county librarian, shares statistics on Foley's impressive accomplishments, including the cataloging of thousands of books, documents, and photographs. She praises Foley's dedication and lasting impact on the community. Beryl Robertson Jr., the city manager, introduces Bob Foley, Doris Foley's son. Bob Foley expresses his gratitude for the recognition of his mother's work and shares personal anecdotes about her life and passion for Nevada County history. He concludes by thanking the city, county, and historical organizations for their tribute to his mother.

Created: May 17, 1997
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"Dedication of the Doris Foley Library of Historical Research"
Landmark Dedications, May 17, 1997. Searls Historical Library, https://archive.nevadacountyhistory.org/search/?Id=2135

Link: https://archive.nevadacountyhistory.org/search/?Id=2135