Colton Courier backs county charter amendment in February issue
The Colton Courier voices strong support for amending the county charter. It argues over election of two supervisors, potential political manipulation by big interests, and the threat of corporate influence. It favors a commission plan with well paid members and notes petitions for amendment will be issued soon in Barstow by Geo. M. Cooley.
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Victor Valley News Changes Hands in Victorville Shakeup
The January 30 issue reports Victor Valley News now led by Gerald A. Doyle of Los Angeles with Mrs. Herman Charles of Victorville as editor. They plan a real print shop in Victorville and to make the News a true homemade paper, echoing the printer’s belief in towns thriving on local printing.
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Gerald A. Doyle
Los Angeles
Herman Charles
Victorville
San Bernardino approves saloons by landslide vote
In San Bernardino the largest turnout in city history cast last Friday in a wet or dry election. A 313 vote majority backed licensed saloons while the dice ordinance failed by 684. Total ballots numbered 4785 as state gambling laws govern the issue.
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Carter Seeks Re election to Justice of the Peace Post
Justice of the Peace T O Carter announces candidacy for re election after voluntary call from friends. He cites proven performance in office and seeks another term.
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A Good Laugh and Its Benefits in Daily Life
A good laugh shakes the diaphragm and quickens the pulse, stimulating blood and enlivening the brain. It can be as refreshing as a sea breeze and shower, with a contagious moral lift that dispels gloom, reminding that a man who laughs does not kill himself.
Direction and Progress in Life Motto Message
A reflective quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes urges moving toward a moral goal. It emphasizes effort over position, noting the voyage toward heaven requires steering with or against the wind rather than drifting or anchoring.
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Oliver Wendell Holmes
Two Rooms and Home Essentials Highlighted
A Howe's Monthly note emphasizes the kitchen as the most important room in any home, with the bathroom following closely. The remark reflects domestic design priorities and practical living considerations of the period.
Hidden Hill Notes from Providence Mountain Mining Camp
Bert Gibbs led a party from Needles to Hidden Hill and nearby properties. Walter Pinkett of Danby visited Hidden Hill recently. C. J. Eaton continues ore production at Pilot and aims to haul a carload soon. Boylan and Hopkins report promising ore in cross-cut. Hidden Hill mines run a tunnel on the gulch side of Golden Queen. Frank Crawford of Omaha arrived with Hidden Hill Mines Co on the first auto trip and plans daily trips between station and mine. Bonanza King proceed on lower levels.
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Omaha, Neb
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Grand Canyon Miniature Concession Under Construction at Exposition
Santa Fe’s Grand Canyon concession at the Panama Pacific Exposition grows rapidly. A 1400 foot trestle rises as rock, trees, and desert plants arrive from Arizona. Walter Street and Gian Benvenuti lead painters crafting panoramic views for the five and a half acre display.
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