Treasure Hunters Rise In San Leandro Plot For Sept Treasure Hunt
The article profiles metal detector enthusiasts in California led by Bob and Gene Hale. It highlights finds from burned items in soil to a 120-cent trade token, a 1927 Standing Liberty quarter, and a $22 gold piece in a Christmas present. The California Seekers club hosts annual hunts with prizes such as gold coins and microwaves, drawing participants from across the state.
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San Francisco
Bob
Nol
Bud
Batt
Bertha
Terry's Smokehouse
Gene Hale
Geng
Gene
San Leandro
Betty
California
Garden Cove
Modesto
P.O. Box Ems
San Searxito
Mock Civil War Battle at Fort Tejon Park July 1
Civil War era skirmishes staged Sunday July 1 at Fort Tejon State Historic Park in Kern County by Battery A and the Civil War Association. The event features a cannon drills, a model T car display, flag raising at 9 am, an Officers Call at 9 40, and multiple mock battles with educational programs about 19th century army life.
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Fort Tejon State Historic Park
Kern County
Battery A
First California Volunteer Light Artillery
Civil War Association
Kirby Morgan
Bakersfield
Fort
Boat dealers report strong sales despite drought in California
Four major Southern Alameda County dealers describe positive sales trends and robust activity as first boats for families remain in the 15 to 17 foot, trailerable range. Dealers note impulse buyers dip but existing boaters trade up to larger equipment and leisure time spending persists amid the drought reports.
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Power Boat Wales
California
Alameda County
Ed Cummins
Turner Sports
Marine
San Lorenzo
Ernie Crooks
Crooks Boats
Castro Valley
Jim Kress
Fremont Marine
Utat
Rick Deragon
Hayward Marine
Power boat market and water conditions shift dealer guidance
Four local boat dealers describe offboard engines typically powering boats with 70 to 115 horsepower Mercury options and inboard outdrives for first time buyers. Most first timers spend 5,000 to 7,000 dollars including a trailer, with water tests offered to all customers. Dealers emphasize safety and proper handling for all family members and note customers often trade up later for bigger power, hulls, or accommodations as water conditions influence new sales amid a drought year in California.
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Mercury
Cummins
Dragon
Gumimins
Don Pedro Reservoir
California
Bill Kreyster
KCBS
Kreyster
Arnsley
Chris LaPoint
John Steinbach
River Front Off Road Facility Opens in Marysville
The River Front Off Road Vehicle Facility, funded under the 1971 Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Law, is complete in Marysville with a 75 percent local grant match. State Parks grants total 60000 dollars, Marysville contributes 20000, facility includes motocross track and support services. Nearby Macysville advances include picnic areas and campsites as work continues. Approximately 2.5 million yearly is available for local government Off Highway Vehicle Fund grants to expand motor vehicle facilities statewide.
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River Front
Marysville
State Parks and Recreation
Herbert Rhodes Annovunced
State Department of Parks and Recreation
Macysville
California
Barry Jones
Office of Grants
California Game Fair Debuts at Coast Guard Center
The first California Game Fair, a new outdoor event for sportsmen, runs Saturday and Sunday at the U S Coast Guard Training Center west of Petaluma. Demonstrations cover trap shooting archery fly casting hawks and falcons and fishing displays. Admission is by reservation with tickets at $8 by calling 415 362-2442.
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U.S. Coast Guard Training Center
Petaluma
California Bish Game Department
Chris Kortch
Myron Gregory
California Hawking Club
Sonoma
Novate Trap Club
California
Rvation
Phooing
Self defense guns and safe handling guidance
Essay argues gun ownership for self protection is sometimes necessary but entails risk. Emphasizes proper storage, safety training, target identification, and childproofing. Recommends minimal force, discusses suitable calibers, and suggests a .38 Special revolver with mixed shot and expanding bullets for close defense.
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NRA
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Wner & Wheels
Petia
Grapevine
Diang Grean
Power Boats
Game Fair
Crations
Elomtege Coeree
Seram
Pote
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