This series highlights locations in Skagit County. These communities were formed in the early 1870's remaining up until the 1920's. Many of the names still appear on maps. A few have buildings remaining in use today. These communities and many others can be found on https:/www.skagitcounty.net/Maps/iMap/?mapjs=hist
This location classified as a "Town that never was" Early Settlers dreamed of making a profit by turning farm or stump land into town lots which could be sold for businesses or residences. When the Seattle Lakeshore and Eastern Railway was building around Lake McMurray, some developers tried to start a rival town to McMurray which had been founded in anticipation of the rail line. Meridian was advertised in extravagant terms but the promotion failed.
Permission was granted to place the cache in this location by L.A.R.C. which is located right where Meridian was planned.
More information available at Skagit County Historical Museum in La Conner and in the Skagit River Journal (Skagitriverjournal.com)
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