Mineral rights retained in Death Valley area
Giles of Goldfield Nevada consulting engineer reports that US land department withdrawal of lands in Death Valley will not affect mineral rights of prospectors. Lands remain open to exploration, discovery, occupation and purchase under US mineral laws. Area includes Death Valley Scotty’s ranch Grapevine Canyon to near Trona California and the old camps Ballarat Panamint Skidoo Greenwater.
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Giles
Goldfield
Nevada
United States Land Department
Death Valley
Acft
Death Valley Scotty
Ratch
Grapevine Canyon
Trona
California
Ballarat
Panamint
Skidco
Greenwater
Chalk messages banned in Saitcoats parish
Saitcoats Scotland empowers local authorities to prosecute chalking on pavements after a church display referencing Russian religious persecutions. Officials say the messages aimed to inflame party factions and set a legal action precedent.
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Saitcoats
Scotland
Cnty
New Barstow homes boast modern electricity use
Mr. Goebner praises Barstow housing for electricity driven advancement. He cites the newly completed home of Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Jackson on Frederick Street featuring an Everhot electric water heater and a Westinghouse Electric range, highlighting enhanced comfort and convenience in daily living.
Tips to Motorists on Frequent Oil Changes
Proper engine lubrication depends on changing the oil in the crank case frequently enough to avoid dilution. The ordinary driver should drain and refill at every 1000 miles, keeping the engine clean and performing well.
Miss Doris Sischo Seeks Newberry Postmistress
Congressman Swing notes Miss Doris Sischo, a college graduate, applied for the Newberry postmaster job after passing civil service exams. Her property sits on the main highway, boosting access in the sparsely settled district, with a planned appointment at year’s start. The Sischo family is heavily invested in Newberry, including the Newberry Springs Resort.
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Doris Sischo
Newberry
Sischo
Sischo’s
Newberry Springs Resort
Utilities pledge, then exceed spending promises this year
After Hoover called a conference of industry leaders, electric executives pledged vast new construction and expansion funds. They have largely surpassed those promises, with public utilities driving industrial expansion and stabilizing employment and wages nationwide.
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Hoover
Optician's Mishap Sparks Courtroom Jest
A quirky legal complaint centers on an optician who mixed up frames and lenses, prompting a humorous courtroom exchange about accuracy, craftsmanship, and personal accountability. The case highlights appear in a local newspaper brief.
Notice of Soldiers' and Sailors' Proof for LA land
Latimer Emery Dean Jr of 19389 Talmadge St Los Angeles filed intent to make final five year Soldiers and Sailors Proof for Lots 1 2 and surrounding parcels in Section 2 Township 8 N Range 3 W in the B Meridian. Hearing before the Register U S S Land Office Los Angeles on January 29 1931 at 9 AM with witnesses Sam Levitoff Hi L Miller Carol Mon and Farnie Nohum. Non coal. No withdrawals. 12-25 to 1-28.
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Department of the Inter.or
General Land Office
Los Angeles
Cal
Latimer Emery Dean ,Jr
Talmadge
Meridian
Register
U. S&s. Land Office
Car care tips for battery health and road checks
The article advises inspecting the battery area after negotiating rough roads to spot issues early. It emphasizes keeping water in the storage battery, using distilled water only, and performing these simple checks to avoid larger repair bills and extend battery life.
Notice of School Indemnity Land Selection No H
United States Land Office Sacramento California lists School Indemnity Land Selection No H serial 025957 applying to select indemnity parcels. Described tracts include N 1 2 of Lot 1 and SW 1 4 of Section 10, Township 12 N Range 7 E. B Meridian. Protests or contests accepted during five weeks after publication with notice posted for public inspection.
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United States Land Office
Sacramento
California
General Land Office
Caifornia
Switching Tires To End Front Wheel Shimmy
Switching tires from rear to front in some vehicles reduces front wheel shimmying. The practice can balance wear and improve steering feel, though effectiveness varies by vehicle type and tire condition. Owners should consult the vehicle manual or a tire professional for guidance.
Puncture costs rise when spare tire is delayed
The text warns that fuel efficiency drops if the gas filter clogs and delaying spare tire repair is costly. It notes punctures are unpredictable and being without a spare can double or triple the repair cost.
Southern California Telephone Seeks Exchange Authority
Southern California Telephone has applied to the Railroad Commission for authority to establish an exchange at Swarton comprising the unincorporated community and adjacent territory in Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties. The Commission is also requested to place in effect a schedule of rates similar to those in comparable territory of the applicant's system.
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Southern California Telephone
Swartont
Tha’ Naive
Los Angeles
San Bernardino
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Sam Levitoff
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Hi. L. Miller
Carol Mon
Embassy
Santa Mon
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Farn‘e No‘hum
B. Wilson St
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B. B. Smith
Edward C. Jennings
Piles Sueze
Cunningham Pharmacy
Harry Akins
Viaduct Barstow
Gibbs Ranch
New
Martha Washington
Ensign Electric Service
Postal Telegraph
Myers Ranch
N.e
River Bridge
Fairview Sanitarium
J. Myers
L. E. Tiernan
Walter Stump
Dix van Dyke
van Dyke
LAI Sewing
Henderson & Nicklin
S. L. Benson
M. D
White & Platt
Roy H. Chapin
Postoffice
Notary Public
Lubin J. Henderson
Justice of the Peace
Thursby & Baxter
Williams St
Hillside Grocery
P.O
Murphy Bros
Andlow, California
Hercules
Tetharvedt
Vectorville
Las Vegas
Motor Express
Colyton Street
Mutual
Se. E. St
Victorville
Riley Elee
Las Vegas Depot
Main Street
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Faust
U. S.A
Millett’s Dining Room
Daggett, California
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Walter “Lf
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Pendleton’s Market and Grocery
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