Desert Empire group seeks tax on common carriers to fund roads
A Barstow dated 1916 communication from the Mojave River and Valleys Improvement Association urged a county ordinance taxing common carriers for road use to fund maintenance. The board read the proposal and referred it to the district attorney for action, with Oswald Wilson signing as secretary. Duckworth was to harmonize with district attorneys statewide for a uniform ordinance.
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Mojave River and Valleys
Oswald Wilson
Board of Supervisors
Duckworth
California
Against Oil Bills Protest by Oil Locators
John J. Morris an oil land locator representing 300 locators wired President Wilson and Congress Tuesday protesting pending oil land legislation. He argued a $25 000 bond to assure a 2000 foot well would wipe out small operators and urged more time for locators to present their case and organize mass meetings.
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John J. Morris
Germain Building
Pres. Wilson
Congress
Morris
Protest against Oil Land Leasing Bill and its effects
The Barstow Printer denounces Congress for the Oil Land Leasing Bill, arguing it confiscates valid oil locations and entrenches monopolies in soda oil gas coal phosphate and potash. It warns of higher taxes on farmers manufacturers and households, higher fuel costs and freight rates, and urges miners and locators to support the protective league against passage. Finances should be contributed to the league treasury in Los Angeles.
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Barstow
Congress
United States
Star Chamber
San Bernardino County
Voter registration urged before April 1 deadline
Citizens must register now to vote in upcoming elections after April 1 as old registrations expire March 31. The school trustees election occurs April 7, so residents should ensure their district registration books are open and complete registration immediately.
Desert Roads Work Begins on Bonded Improvements
The highway commission will start desert road improvements funded by a 125000 bond issue. Initial work will be experimental and not large scale. Chief engineer Shirley Bright notes available materials include caliche and natural crushed rock, with no water for rolling, so a light oil coating will be tried.
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The
Highway Commission
Shirley Bright
Colorado River
Barstow Mojave River Bridge Repairs Urged
Barstow residents led by R. M. Dillingham G. C. Compton and Oswald Wilson pressed the county board for immediate $4,000 bridge repairs to restore access for local schoolchildren, settlers and mining camps. County Road Commissioner Lothrop warned of fording by autos yet acknowledged the need. the board discussed funding while noting $60,000 needed for district roads and bridges.
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R. M. Dillingham
G. C. Compton
Oswald Wilson
Board of Supervisors
Barstow
Superior
Hinkley
Lothrop
Lathrop
Dillingham
Desert Empire
San Bernardino
Mojave River
Daggett
E. T. Hillis
Hotel Manager Promises Homelike Welcome
Mr. Comrox visits a hotel where the manager vows a homelike atmosphere. He notes waiters criticize his food choices and tableware as if at home, reflecting casual, familylike service observed by the Washington Star.
Atolia Mining Boom at San Bernardino County
The San Bernardino Sun reports Atolia has grown into a thriving mining camp with payrolls near $55,000 monthly and a population exceeding 600. Tungsten’s value fuels high grading, and a big mill burned Tuesday with rebuilding underway.
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San Bernardino
Atolia
San Bernardino County
Joint agencies at Santa Fe Salt Lake joint track stations
The Santa Fe and Salt Lake joint agencies now operate on all stations between Daggett and Riverside Junction. City Freight and Passenger Agent M A Louis oversees establishing joint offices at Highgrove Devore Keenbrook Cajon Summit Oro Grande Helen Victorville and Barstow. Daggett Colton and San Bernardino are already joint agency points.
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Sant Fe
Salt Lake
Daggett
Riverside Junction
City
M. A. Louis
Highgrove
Devore
Keenbrook
Cajon
Summit
Oro Grande
Helen
Victorville
Barstow
Colton
San Bernardino
Wallace Orr Dies After Yard Accident
Wallace Orr a Santa Fe brakeman fell beneath a moving car in Barnwell yards while switching. He lost his right leg and died Sunday at Santa Fe hospital in Los Angeles. the body was sent to Cleveland Ohio with his brother Chas Orr accompanying. He had an excellent railroad record and was well liked by colleagues.
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Wallace Orr
Santa Fe
Barnwell
Los Angeles
Cleveland
Ohio
Chas
Lawrence Orr
Sorry She Spoke Mamma to Her Visitor
A domestic scene shows Albert borrowed red paint from his mother's dressing table as he creates art while his mother praises his potential. The exchange highlights family dynamics and a budding artist in a light, casual moment.
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Mamma
Albert
London
Inland Waterways Association of California to Meet
The Inland Waterways Association of California plans its third annual meeting at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco on February 21. Isidor Jacobs, president, urges editorials and public input to promote unified state waters policy and notes Southern California projects like Mojave river conservation.
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Inland Waterways Association of California
Palace Hotel
San Francisco
Ranklin Ke Lane
Johnson
Noregaard
Waters
Tonch
Opinon
National Waterways Association of California
Isidor Jacobs
California
Mojave River
Silver Lake Flood Forces Rail Detour and New Track
Heavy rains flood Silver Lake halting T and T trains. Detour routes bypass the lake via Colleen and Salt Lake tracks for a 270 mile loop. The company plans eight miles of new track around the east side starting Monday. EH T Hillis of Barstow will supply grading gear to speed construction. The town will relocate to the new line.
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Colleen
Salt Lake
Goldfield
Beatty
EH. T. Hillis
Barstow
Silver Lake
Lost Is Found on Mojave River Promises and Prospects
A long letter from A. R. Kanage urges self help for Mojave River settlement. He cites dismal federal aid prospects and calls for local action to drill wells, install irrigation, plant orchards, sow alfalfa, and build homes roads and schools to unlock the area’s potential.
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Mojave River
A. R. Kanage
Congressman Church
Kanaga
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Atolia Producing
L. A. Hospital
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