The Jamul Cement Works construction began in 1890 The Lime and Clay was brought in on a rail system, The lime and clay deposits are located on the other side of the hills behind the Kiln. A year after construction began The kiln were first fired up.
Due to the fact that the Cement works never reach expected output, Lack of a rail spur, high costs and the beginning of The California Portland Cement Company, and problems with Quality of product, The plant soon Closed |
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