July & Aug
2009
| Mystery Picture
| Mystery History
This was originally called Santa Cruz before a post office was established. It was rumored Joaquin Murrieta and his buddy, Three Fingered Jack made it their regular hangout. Joaquin Juan Murrieta (a first cousin to Joaquin) and his brother Martin that ran the pack train here. Mainly notable as a supply center for travelers and freighters, several merchandise stores were kept here. The town declined and ceased to exist by about 1900, however, a few old residents stayed and entered into the cattle industry. Angie Solari, the daughter of a pioneer resident was the last to reside there and passed away about 1979.
What is the name of the town? (25%):
Where was the town? [describe or use google map link](25%):
What was the primary ethnicity of the town? (25%):
What was the name of the hotel pictured here? (25%):
| Mystery Plants
Mariposa can boast of 19 species in this genus, 5 are rare and endangered.
1,2,3. Can you name the species picture below - common or scientific name (25% for each correct answer)
4. Can you name the genus - scientific name only (25%)?
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