Lost, But Not Forgotten, Tampico Oregon Traditional Cache
Lost, But Not Forgotten, Tampico Oregon
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A little bit of history out in Rural Benton County. Nice and easy with more than enough parking right at the cache.Please respect the landscaping, Thank You.
Back in the mid 1800's this was quite a busy place, Today it is just a crossroads. 
This area was settled back in 1847 by a gentleman named David D. Davis. He was a storekeeper, farmer, and the postmaster of the area.In 1857 the Post Office became known as Tampico, and in November of that year an 8 block town was platted near here by William Crouch. In it's heyday it is said that Tampico had a store, hotel, school, blacksmith shop, livery, saloon, and several boarding houses. It was situated on the major stage route to California, and due to it being located near Ft Hoskins (1856-1866), Tampico was the hub of activity with a horse racing track, gambling, and Evangelical gatherings. 
Unfortunately Tampico's aspirations were short lived when Green Berry Smith acquired the land and vacated the town in January of 1860. 
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