Posted on: Clark County, Nv Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Nv/Clark/10275 Surname: ------------------------- Basic Magnesium was the first plant built in what is now called Henderson, Nevada. It was mainly an industrial complex with housing during WWII. Henderson was originally called Basic until about 1944 when the PO was established. Information can be obtained by checking the "Populated Places" link on the Clark County, NV UsGenWeb page at: http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~legacy/ Good luck!! Link: Clark County, Nevada URL: <http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~legacy>