Copper Queen Chapter #1915

E Clampus Vitus of Nevada ®

PLAQUES

We erect monuments to commemorate events from past Nevada history, especially concerning mining and underappreciated colorful figures.

EVENTS

Our Historical Society is completely funded by our various members-only, public events, and bacchanalia.

MOTTO

Per caritate viduaribus et orphanibusque sed prime viduaribus.

Our Namesake

Firminia “The Copper Queen” Sarras

Fermina Sarras (1840-1915), who was born in Nicaragua, came to Nevada as a prospector in an age when ladies didn’t wear pants, let alone wander around the desert alone in search of veins of ore. But she was dressed for success: she struck it rich as the “Copper Queen,” and the town of Mina, Nevada, is named for her.

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Latest News from our Indignitaries

We are all Brothers of Equal Indiginity, and the Most Important Committee awaits the appointment of a new Chairman.

CQ Charter Doins, May 5 – 7, 6028 (2023 CE)

Noble Grand HumbugMitch “The Buffet” MillerInvites you toYerington, NV for a mostSatisfactory DoinsWHEN: May 5-7, 6028 (2023)WHERE: Lyon County Fairgrounds, 100 US Highway 95A, Yerington, NVRubs: Red shirts $150.00 prepay[…]

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CQ Candlelight – Sat., April. 16

PBCs turned over, clean and sober, to the Hangman at 10:00 am.Mason Valley Moose Lodge644 South Main, Yerington

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You are not alone, howling in the wilderness, when you have your Brothers there to rush to your aid.

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