Redwine, California facts for kids
Redwine was a small community that used to exist in Mendocino County, California. It was located about 5 miles (8 kilometers) northeast of a place called Cummings.
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What Was Redwine?
Redwine was a "former settlement," which means it was once a place where people lived and worked, but it doesn't exist as a town or community anymore. Many small settlements like Redwine grew up along important travel routes.
Travel by Stagecoach
Redwine was located on a stagecoach line. Long ago, before cars and trains were common, stagecoaches were like buses. They carried people, mail, and goods between towns. Being on a stagecoach line meant Redwine was connected to other places and could receive visitors and supplies.
The Redwine Post Office
A post office is a place where you can send and receive mail. Redwine had its own post office, which was an important part of the community.
When the Post Office Operated
The post office in Redwine was open from 1904 to 1915. This means it served the people living there for about 11 years. In 1905, the post office even moved to a slightly different spot within the area.
How Redwine Got Its Name
The community of Redwine was named to honor a woman named Ida Redwine. She was the very first postmaster for the Redwine post office. Often, small towns and settlements were named after important people who helped start them or after local landmarks.
