Posted by Stephen F. Rich on November 28, 1999 at 18:47:33:
In Reply to: Re: Bodie, Ca. posted by CoachBodie on November 26, 1999 at 15:23:29:
: : While surfing GT sites I came across a current photo of Bodie. I was stunned!! Where did the buildings go? The Miners Union (Museum)and the one next door (if memory serves...the Undertaker) have been torn down!! Does anyone know why this was done. Bodie is supposed to be a Historic Site preserved in a state of "arrested decay"! Speaking as a carpenter I have in the past and am currently restoring local Historic Structures that are in much worse condition than what I remember seeing in Bodie. These proud Ghosttowns are vanishing at an ever accelerating rate all on their own, we don't need to help! When they are gone they are gone forever. Any comments? Stephen F. Rich.
: : We would like to send a photo...but do not know quite how to do that..yet...Help anyone?
: Stephen...we were in Bodie about two weeks ago and those two buildings were still intact. Where did you see this picture?
Thanks for the current info Coach Bodie. I spent all day trying to retrace my surfing route to find the photos and the text re: the buildings I mentioned...no luck. I was so upset at what I saw and read I neglected to mark the site. Casey thinks it may have been a joke or a manipulated photo. The text did say that there were several buildings torn down...I may find the site again. I am very happy that these buildings are still intact as they are an important element in the look of the entire street and the neighboring buildings. Casey and I spent part of our Honeymoon exploring Bodie so it holds a special place in our hearts.Thanks again, Stephen