Sutter County

Lawrence Fisher, born November 22, 1832, in Bolton, Lancashire, England, was a prominent blacksmith and resident of Sacramento for over 30 years until his death on February 4, 1903. He began his career in England and continued in Cleveland, Ohio, before moving to California in 1872. Employed by the Central Pacific and Southern Pacific Railroad shops for 21 years, Fisher was recognized for his exceptional craftsmanship. He also managed a 143-acre ranch near Sacramento. Fisher married Mary Morgan in 1855, and they had six children, three of whom survived him. His widow resided at 631 E Street, Sacramento.