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The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad ran from here 5 miles north to Nevada City and 17 miles south to Colfax. It was built from 1874 to 1876 by John F. Kidder, whose home is at the northeast corner. The depot and shops were 50 yards north. The rails were removed in 1942. Sarah, the builder's widow, was the first woman railroad president.
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Grass Valley, California · United States
