Bealville, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bealville
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Historic marker at Bealville
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 Bealville
Location in California
Bealville
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Kern County |
| Elevation | 1,811 ft (552 m) |
| Reference #: | 741 |
Bealville is a small, unincorporated community in Kern County, California. This means it is a settlement that is not officially governed by a local city or town. It is located about 1.25 miles (2 kilometers) south of Caliente. Bealville sits at an elevation of about 1,811 feet (552 meters) above sea level.
The community was named after Edward Fitzgerald Beale. He was an important person who owned land nearby called Rancho El Tejon.
A Look Back in Time
Bealville has a history connected to the railroads. The Southern Pacific Railroad set up a depot and a telegraph office here in 1876. A depot is like a station where trains stop. The telegraph office allowed people to send messages over long distances. These services were important for the community and the railroad.
The depot and telegraph office stayed open until 1913. Bealville also had its own post office for a short time, from 1879 to 1881.
California Historical Landmark
Today, Bealville is recognized as California Historical Landmark #741. A historical landmark is a place that has special importance in history. It helps people remember and learn about the past.
The marker at Bealville tells us about Edward Fitzgerald Beale:
- Edward Fitzgerald Beale worked under Commodore Stockton in 1846.
- He made his home here on Rancho le Libre in 1855.
- He was also involved in mining.
- Beale became the Superintendent of Indian Affairs for California and Nevada. This job meant he worked with Native American tribes in the region.
- Later, he became a Minister to Vienna, which is a high-level diplomatic job representing the United States in Austria.
