Bromoils by Elise LaJeunesse
Nevada City Rails
Alder Gulch was the scene of Montana's greatest placer gold rush. By the fall of 1864, nearly ten thousand people crowded the surrounding hillsides. Virginia City and its near neighbor, Nevada City, were the main centers of commerce. At its peak, Nevada City boasted dozens of stores and cabins that extended back about six blocks. By 1869, the population had fallen to one hundred ten, but there were still three general stores and two saloons. In 1872, the town had a miner’s store, a brewery, a blacksmith, a butcher, livery stable and Masonic hall. By 1876, Nevada City was nearly a ghost town.
Nevada City Rails
Alder Gulch was the scene of Montana's greatest placer gold rush. By the fall of 1864, nearly ten thousand people crowded the surrounding hillsides. Virginia City and its near neighbor, Nevada City, were the main centers of commerce. At its peak, Nevada City boasted dozens of stores and cabins that extended back about six blocks. By 1869, the population had fallen to one hundred ten, but there were still three general stores and two saloons. In 1872, the town had a miner’s store, a brewery, a blacksmith, a butcher, livery stable and Masonic hall. By 1876, Nevada City was nearly a ghost town.