James Stuart Cain plaque - Bodie, California

James Stuart Cain plaque - Bodie, California
James Stuart Cain plaque - Bodie, California

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James Stuart Cain

Pioneer banker and mining man born in 1854 and moved to Carson City, Nevada, in 1875. Shortly thereafter he and Martha D. Wells of nearby Genoa were married and moved to Bodie where he engaged in lumber, freighting, banking, and mining operations. At one time he owned Mono County's only bank. In 1938 Mr. Cain passed away at 84 years of age. Through his faith and efforts Bodie remains today.

Dedicated Spetember 12, 1964