Farrell

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Farrell is the site of a former town located 25 miles northwest of Lovelock and seven miles from Vernon.[1]

Farrell is located in the Farrell Mining District, which is north east of the Seven Troughs Mining District.

Carlson states that Farrell was named either for William F. (Bill) Farrell or Jack Farrell (mine owner)[1]

Carlson states that Farrell had a post office from July 20, 1907 until September 30, 1911, when Mazuma became the post office[1].

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Helen S. Carlson, "Nevada Place Names: A Geographical Dictionary," p. 112. Named for William F. (Bill) Farrell, Reno Evening Gazette, June 3, 1907 and Lovelock Tribune, July 19 and 26, 1907.
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