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About
Fruitland
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The mission of the Alma Mater inc. is to identify, store, preserve, arrange and describe the archival records of Fruitland Idaho to provide access to anyone interested in the history of Fruitland Idaho. This website is designed to do just that. We have images of original documents, transcribed documents for the public, students and teachers. We hope you find this site informative and enjoyable!
Fruitland
A Way of Life
Fruitland is a city located in Payette County, in southwestern Idaho, near the border with Oregon. It is known for its agricultural heritage, particularly its fruit orchards and farming activities.
Fruitland’s history began with John Hall’s homestead of 160 acres in 1897. Half was sold to Anthony and Amelia Zeller and soon the crossroads were dubbed “Zeller’s Crossing.”
B. F. Tussing went into the apple business one fourth mile south of the present townsite in 1890. Tussing named the village streets after US states and named the new village “Fruitland.”
Through the influence of Mr. Zeller and Frank Moss, businesses and schools moved closer to the Snake and Payette Rivers. Over time, Fruitland
continued to invest in its infrastructure. Schools, roads, and utilities saw improvements that enhanced the quality of life for residents.