The Alameda est. 1799
California's First Built Road
"Poplar City” 1870's connecting the cities of San Jose and Santa Clara.
Owned by Moses Davis and W.S. Chapman
Lots 100 x 260 with orchards on the rear of each lot and Poplar Trees enclosing each block.
Lots Sold To Actual Builders Only
All Houses are set to a certain distance from the street and a certain high from the ground.
Improvements to cost not less than a certain amount according to location, terms, easy,.
For further particulars, enquire of Moses Davis, San Jose, CA.
(Information from on the bottom of the map)
Thompson & West’s Historical Atlas of Santa Clara County, 1876
Polar trees are fast-growing and provided shade and privacy for homes along the Alameda.
The area shown is located between Santa Clara and San Jose. From Naglee/Taylor Street looking North/West towards Santa Clara.
Originally shared on Explore San Jose · October 19, 2020