California Landmarks in Kings County
California Landmark 245
Mussel Slough Tragedy
5833 14th Avenue Between Everett and Elder
Southeast of Hardwick
Here on May 11, 1880, during a dispute over land titles between settlers and railroad, a fight broke out during which seven men lost lives -- two deputy U.S. marshals and five ranchers. The legal struggle over titles was finally settled by a compromise.
State Registered Landmark No. 245
Tablet placed by California Centennials Commission. Base furnished by Kings County Centennials
Committee.
Dedicated February 4, 1950