Barstow Gala Marks New Street Illumination
Barstow celebrated improvements with a 8 30 ceremony as KE I White pressed the switch on the new street lights amid band music and waving flags. Notables attending included Supervisor S Crain Riverside S L Slaughter Southern Sierras Power Cashier Marsh Victorville First National Bank Hugh Sherron and Needles resident Sargeant Jackson in Scotch attire. Judge Lubin Henderson hosted, then dancing followed on the high school tennis court with local musicians providing the music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barstow
KE. I. White
S. Crain
S. L. Slaughter
Riverside
Southern
Chas Brass
Barton Witty
Richen Thursby
Clinton McKinnon
Jimmie WUpton’s Onions Hit Five Pound Marks
A Mojave River Valley grower, Jimmie WUpton, plans a bumper onion harvest this season. He expects each white Spanish onion to average five pounds, showcasing a bold yield for the valley.
Masses Set For Sunday At St Josephs Church
St Josephs Church announces masses next Sunday July 4 at 8 30 am with an English sermon at 9 30 am followed by a Spanish sermon Rev C T Kerfs leads the services.
Al Roth dies in Los Angeles hospital
Al Roth brother of John Roth of Newberry died in a Los Angeles hospital last week after staying at his brother’s ranch for several weeks in a bid for health. He was a linotype operator by trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Roth
John Roth
Newberry
Los Angeles
Empire of Hodge Expands Alfalfa Lands in Mojave Valley
The Hodge brothers broaden acreage of alfalfa in the Mojave River Valley by tapping a subterranean water source flowing from mountain snows, claiming unlimited quantities for their fertile fields and gardens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hodge
Mojave
Barstow Lighting Sparks Praise From Victorville Paper
The Victorville News lauds Barstow for its new paving optics and modern lighting with ornamental columns. It notes Barstow’s desert-city appeal drawing regional interest and mentions Victorville residents seeking similar lighting here. Also reported are Victorville’s fire protection vote and ongoing sewer work. Barstow plans a July 10 fire district election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victorville
Barstow
Port o Bello Gold serial and local notices in Barstow Printer
The Barstow Printer features national interest pictures, a full page of Porto Bello Gold, and condensed state news. It recounts the Spirit of 76 origin of Willard's painting, local neighbor updates, store advertisements, and several new political announcements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porto Bello
Williard
Register to vote in the August 31 primaries
Citizens are urged to register to influence town and community ratings based on population. Judge Henderson offers registration, stating the process takes under two minutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson
S. S. Hill’s pump lifts 135 inches of water in Mojave
S. S. Hill operates a pump capable of lifting 135 inches of water, asserting no limit to the amount of water beneath the Mojave Valley surface. The statement emphasizes the pump’s lifting capacity in the arid region.
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S. S. Hill
Mojave Valley
Local Couples Plan Weekend in Big Bear Valley
Mr and Mrs Clyde Orr and Mr and Mrs Waite will motor to Big Bear Valley for weekend holidays. Mr and Mrs Waite of Needles are visiting for the summer months. Mr Waite is on the 9 45 switch engine.
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Clyde Orr
Waite
Big Bear Valley
Mrs. Waite
Needles
Mr. Waite
Water supply details for Barstow clarified
Imperial Utility Corporation pumps nearly 500000 gallons daily from the Mojave River for Barstow. A two stage high pressure American pump moves over 450 gallons a minute sourced from five wells. A hilltop tank stores 220000 gallons.
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Imperial Utility Corporation
Barstow
Mojave
Harvest yields praised alfalfa and grains in Mojave Valley
George Sieman and Anton Speth report abundant crops of alfalfa and grains including wheat barley rye and oats. They sent samples to Henderson and Nicklin and received favorable comment. The Mojave River Valley’s rich loamy sandy soil and ample water drive premium yields reaching top markets in the state.
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George Sieman
Anton Speth
Henderson and Nicklin
Mojave River
Harvesting Our Resources Near Barstow and Newberry
John Kennedy and his father operate near Newberry Springs loading red rock for roofing while producing stoneware and fireproof tile from nearby clays. A D. A. Womack discovery fifteen feet underground near the hills above Newberry Springs reveals an Indian earthen jug containing seeds of an unknown species, allegedly placed to guarantee a future crop in the afterlife.
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John Kennedy
Barstow
Jon
Newberry Springs
D. A. Womack
Craig Salesman and Booster Barstow Visitor
Robert A. Martin a popular R L Craig Co salesman based in Los Angeles visited Barstow yesterday. Once a star seller for Anderson and Chancellor, he remains well liked for his everready smile and friendly manner as he visits local merchants.
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Robert A. Martin
R. L. Craig & Co
Los Angeles
Barstow
Bob
Anderson & Chancelor
Bob Stills
Mojave Indians Plan Big Fourth Celebration
Needles Needles Nugget reports a Mojave Fourth of July celebration to be funded by a community committee in Needles. The two day program centers on horse racing and the Mojave war dance with dancing both evenings, plus a tug of war, shot put and other games to augment the events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Needles
Needles Nuggett
Local Visitors and Holidays Trips Mentioned in Town
Mr Reed and J B Cook of Los Angeles were visitors in Barstow Monday and were business visitors in Randsburg this week. Mr and Mrs E L Pitcher and nieces Pauline Connor motored to their camp home in Big Bear Valley Wednesday to stay over the coming holidays. Mrs Leslie Curtis wife of Dr Curtis is in Ramona Hospital San Bernardino.
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Mr. Reed
J. B. Cook
Los Angeles
Barstow
Randsburg
E. L. Pitcher
Pauline Connor
Big Bear Valley
Leslie Curtis
Dr. Curtis
Ramona Hospital
San Bernardino
Weld Family Visit In Redlands For Fourth Holiday
Mrs A J Weld and her children visit her parents Mr and Mrs Cooper in Redlands. Mr Weld plans to join the group on Saturday night to stay through the Fourth festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Weld
Redlands
Mrs. Cooper
Mr. Weld
Mrs Calvert Returns From Lenwood Recuperation Trip
Mrs. E. C. Calvert came back Sunday from Lenwood where she had been recuperating from illness. She stayed at the Dunn Radio Camp and described the stay as pleasant and helpful.
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E. C. Calvert
Lenwood
Dunn
George Cunningham works double shifts while Ed vacations in LA
George Cunningham doubles shifts as his brother Ed takes a vacation in Los Angeles with family. Ed enjoys the trip along with his family while George is assisted by his brother who is on break from law school at the University of Southern California.
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George Cunningham
Brother Ed
Los Angeles
George
University of Southern California
Boy Scouts outing at Camp Aratoba in San Bernardino
Bruce Goleman Keneth Ramsey Daniel Deuchress and Carl Wester local scouts plan a two week camp life period within a six week vacation. They will return Sunday and leave Monday. Mr and Mrs G D Miller of Albuquerque visit Mr and Mrs Fulton Slaton. Mrs Miller is Slaton’s sister and they have not seen each other in four years. Mr and Mrs Hood of Los Angeles, the ladies’ aunt and uncle, will join a Fourth of July family reunion here.
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Bruce Goleman
Keneth Ramsey
Daniel Deuchress
Carl Wester
Camp
Aratoba
San Bernardino
Surprise Silver Shower For Miss Cobb At Bethel Mission
Last week Bethel Mission friends hosted a surprise silver shower for Miss Cobb. Mrs. Bishop led a group with When Winter Comes, Mrs. Conrad played Apple Blossoms, and Mrs. Welch read The Soul of the Violin with accompaniment from Mrs. Conrad. A very pleasant evening concluded as Miss Cobb departed Wednesday for a three months trip in the east.
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Bethel Mission
Miss Cobb
Sargeant and wife view Barstow for furniture store
George Sargeant and his wife from Needles visited Barstow on Tuesday to inspect the town and the residence district with the aim of starting a furniture store. He understands the business well and plans to locate if a suitable site is found.
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George Sargeant
Needles
Barstow
Sargeant
Mrs Edith Tuttle to Return from Arizona Visit
Mrs Edith Tuttle plans to return to Mt Trumbus Arizona this week after a two month visit with Mrs Lloyd Welch. Her grand nephew Robeson accompanies her.
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Edith Tuttle
Lloyd ‘Welch
Mt. Trumbus
Arizona
Robeson
Father Keris Travels for Blythe Sermons and Return
Father Keris left Friday for Blythe where he preached Sunday services. He returned home Monday.
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Keris
Blythe
Miss Steinberg Returns From Bisbee Vacation
Miss Dorothy Steinberg daughter of Sam Steinberg proprietor of The Hub returns home Monday after a pleasant vacation visiting her old home in Bisbee Arizona and at Ge Rome.
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Dorthy Steinberg
Sam Steinberg
Hub
Bisbee
Arizona
Gerome
Mrs Ann Christianson Heads to Pasadena for Visit
Mrs. Ann Christianson departed Sunday for Pasadena on a several days visit.
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Ann Christianson
Pasadena
Pace couple welcomes newborn son at Anderson home
Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Pace celebrate the arrival of a baby boy at Dr. B. C. Anderson's home. Pace, a Santa Fe employee, and his wife face the task of choosing a name for their newborn son.
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C. M. Pace
B. C. Anderson
Pace
Santa Fe
Hail Storm Sweeps Barstow After 104 Degree Day
Barstow endured a severe hail storm Monday evening following a 104 degree day. Ice pellets reached about half an inch, comparable to moth balls, for ten minutes. A subsequent electrical storm disrupted the Santa Fe signal system and damaged three Westinghouse lightning arresters, described by Southern Sierras Power Co. and Santa Fe as the worst in years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sierras Power Co
Santa Fe
Barstow Visitor Ties Reed & Gilbert Firm to Ludlow
T M Gilbert of Reed and Gilbert, Ludlow, spent Monday visiting Barstow. He toured local offices and met business contacts, signaling cross-town professional links and ongoing regional commerce.
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T. M. Gilbert
Firm
Reed & Gilbert of
Ludlow
Barstow
Barstow Dog Fences Aim to Shield Gardens
J. T. McMullen and Mrs. Deschler are raising a fence to protect their property. Fences now guard backyards, and Barstow faces stray dogs that cause damage to gardens and lawns.
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J. T. McMullen
Car T Turns Over Near Daggett Narrow Escape
Two men escaped unharmed when their car left the highway near Daggett and overturned onto its side. The vehicle's roof and windshield were torn away. They drove to Barstow for repairs after the incident.
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Iriday
Daggett
Barstow
Car Overturns Near Barstow No Injuries Reported
Sunday night at 8 30 two men driving a Chandler coach west of Barstow overturned while attempting to pass a Ford. The men were en route to Salt Lake City. They were uninjured though their car needed towing to Barstow for repairs.
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Barstow
Salt Lake City
Car Tumbles on Highway in Barstow Tour
A Studebaker special roadster with Kansas license overturned twice on the west hill near Barstow as the driver tried a fast pass. Loose gravel caused the vehicle to roll. Occupants escaped with minor bruises. Car repaired at Barstow Garage and the couple returned to Los Angeles for repairs and to resume their tour.
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A. Studebaker
West Hill
Barstow
Los Angeles
Reward Offered for Keith S. Peters Disappearance
Mrs Peters offers reward for the recovery of her husband Keith S Peters a Long Beach bond salesman who vanished June 1 during a trip to Death Valley Junction. He registered at the Melrose hotel Barstow that night and left early next morning search parties found no trace. Mrs Peters suspects robbery or foul play. The Peters had previously stayed at the Melrose Hotel after a broken gas line forced a long walk from Death Valley.
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Keith
Peters
Long Beach
Death Valley Junction
Melrose Hotel
Barstow
Petar
Death Valley
Mrs Floyd Marvin Visits Son in San Bernardino Hospital
Mrs Floyd Marvin and her sons traveled to San Bernardino on Wednesday to visit Floyd Marvin who had been in the hospital for two weeks. He wrote that an X ray of his back was taken but did not reveal the result. He has suffered back trouble for a year, likely from his plumbing work.
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Floyd Marvin
Barstow Swimmers Advertised Fun Spot Split
Henderson & Son promote a favorite bathing suit in this week's issue while last week's issue highlights Mrs. Jack Wetenhall endorsing the best place to wear it. The pairing suggests a popular local recreation moment as residents seek a comfortable hour of leisure by the water.
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Henderson & Son
Jack Wetenhall
One Killed One Injured By Train Near Barstow
Clyde S Sanders was killed when Union Pacific passenger No 3 struck him three miles west of Yermo while he and Arthur J Bowers rested on the tracks. Bowers, who also left Barstow for Utah, suffered two broken legs and was treated at Yermo and San Bernardino County Hospital. Deputy Coroner Waters ruled accidental death from Sanders falling asleep on the rails.
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Union Pacific
Barstow
Clyde S. Sanders
Arthur J. Bowers
Yermo
Yerma
Bowers
Sanders
Bower
McKinsey
San Bernardino
Utah
California
San Francisco
Los Austeles
P. J. Sandera
Spanish Mark
Waters
Sheriff Moore Resting in Barstow During Train Layover
Sheriff Moore of Phoenix rested in Barstow Tuesday between trains. His traveling companion, a young forger, was locked in the local jail by Constable Harris for safekeeping until departure on the evening train.
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Sheriff Moore
Phoenix
Arizona
Barstow
Pocatello
Idaho
Harris
Vacationers and visitors noted in Yerma news
Clarence Miller the car inspector and his family depart for a thirty day vacation in Laramie Wyoming. Mrs Dallas Smith has hosted cousin Mrs Cloe Temple of Los Angeles as house guest this past week. The swimming pool remains Yerma’s main attraction. Frank Hillyer the car inspector left this week for a short trip to Venice for cooler days.
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Clarence Miller
Larmie
Wyo
Dallas Smith
Cloe Temple
Los Angeles
Yerma
Frank Hillyer
Venice
Square Corner Market Prepares Local Harvest Stand
The TFrothers report buying local produce from Hill and Gibbs for early June apples in Hinkley, Waterman and Hill apricots, Green corn from Haws ranch, onions from Upton, asparagus from Barstow, plus sixteen dozen ears of corn sold from R. H. Greer ranch in Yermo.
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Tfrothers
C. W
Hill and
Gibbs
Hinkley
Waterman and
Hill
Haws Ranch
Upton’s Place
Barstow Ranches
R. H. Greer
Yermo Sunday School Notes Highlight Ministry Talk
Ray Perry from San Bernardino spoke on The Vine and Branches from John 15 and gave a Bible address on Deliverance. Marie Welsh and Anne Palmer performed songs and recitations, with a leather covered new testament gifted to contributors. Supplies for the quarter will be distributed Sunday. Christian Endeavor meets at 7 30 with the topic Our Country on July 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Perry
San Bernardino
Phyllis
Gloria Connell
Marie Welsh
Jesus
Mr. Perry
Anne Palmer
Christian Endeavor
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ST. Joseph’s Church
C. TT. Kerfs
Empire OF
Craig
Mojave Indians
Arthur Corcord
Summersault
Barstow Plunge
Yermo Sunday School
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