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MARY MEHRTEN
MARY MEHRTEN, a fruit farmer
of Elliott Township, was born in New York State, January 13, 1839, the daughter
of Barnet Poppe, a native of Germany. Mrs. Mehrten came to California in 1850 and has remained here
ever since. She has one of the largest and best fruit ranches in this section
of the country. It contains 204 acres and is situated near the banks of the Mokelumne river on a fine piece of
bottom land. A beautiful view can be obtained from the hill-side in front of
the residence of the orchards, which were set out years ago. Fruit is the
principal product of the farm, although plenty of hay and grain is raised. The
fruit consists of pears, peaches, plums and apples; they raise some grapes for
their own use.
She has a family of eight
children, namely: Lizzie, Henry, Daniel, George, Annie, John, Charley and Lora,
all born in Calaveras County.
Transcribed by: Jeanne Sturgis Taylor.
An Illustrated History of San Joaquin County,
California, Page 461. Lewis Pub. Co. Chicago, Illinois 1890.
© 2009 Jeanne Sturgis Taylor.
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