While a few months ago I mentioned the peculiar situation noting that North Street runs in a east/west direction. As duly noted, it made sense back in the day, as it was the most northerly street in the new town.
Another peculiarity is that of Roop and Weatherlow Streets. This was pointed out to me many years ago when Eleanor Vandeburgh and I worked at the museum. After all, her reasoning was, one would think Weatherlow Street should have been designated as Roop, since it went to his original home. Weatherlow lived at the end of Roop Street, though it did not extend that far, since his original home is known today as Susanville Ranch Park. On the same token, Weatherlow Street goes by Roop’s original home.
Tim,
That’s an interesting observation regarding those two street names, and with such an outstanding photo to go with it. Can you just imagine dashing around in that bygone era of Susanville with that rig?
Did Capt. Weatherlow ever live on Weatherlow Street? And, I would love to see an early photo of Weatherlow Street with or without the rig.
Jere Baker
Great picture! Interesting conversation. This is the first mention of “Rooster Hill” that I’ve come across, outside of my immediate family. Do you know where the term comes from?