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Newspaper
Barstow Printer
Location
Barstow, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1927
Page
5
A 1924 Western Newspaper Union piece outlines part time and full time opportunities for girls who enjoy working with children. Story lady roles at church, library rooms, or homes can pay well on Saturdays. Day nurseries and professional mother roles suit full time plans with space, discipline, and care requirements.
Chief Horse Eagle of the Osage, aged about 105, speaks at a YMCA camp on the Pacific on forest fire rules. He asserts Indians avoid burning forests except in tribal warfare, cites long tradition of fire safety, and notes a lifetime of notable encounters with U.S. presidents and royalty.
Ye Aryan Mines Corporation becomes the latest Nevada incorporated mining firm. Located northwest of Barstow and northeast of Mace siding, the property features a 62 foot shaft yielding copper, gold and silver. A second shaft extends 40 feet. Six workers on site with a 35 ton mill ordered, and air compressors in operation. Secretary Louis Kelton visited Hollywood, while his parents reside at the mine. A. Ll. Kelton known as author and lecturer.
The Barstow P T A met in the Auditorium on Tuesday March 11 with strong attendance. Plans were outlined to support a bill for special education training for deaf and crippled children and to establish a rest room with first aid supplies. A Mexican unit was to be organized with Miss Ramsey as chair, sewing class offers for curtains, and a card party noted for fundraising.
Henderson and Nicklin appointed sole agents for sale of new Brooks-field addition on the Highway in East Barstow. Fine business and residence lots offered at reasonable prices with city water supply. See Henderson and Nicklin Ady.
1W H Sides has laid the foundation for six camp cottages on his camp site along the highway east of town. Trees have been planted and the area promises to become an attractive spot.
Collector Galen Hi Welch warns only 11 business days remain to file 1926 income tax returns. He lists who must file, filing dates ending March 15 1927, where to pay, how to prepare returns with forms 1040 1640, and tax rates including surtax. He urges immediate action to avoid penalties.
The town considers a new land sale south of the highway to the east, marketed to Mexican residents. Critics regret the move as buyers may only build modest homes, while proponents argue incorporation would regulate districts and boost property values, guiding Barstow toward a unified, beautified town.
Mr and Mrs H A La Marsh plan a San Francisco trip this week to handle business then enjoy several days of motoring in Marin county. They expect to be gone about two weeks.
In the Gouldin residence several plum trees burst into bloom signaling spring. The reporter notes the plum tree is a particularly successful choice for their climate and thriving in the yard.
New road signs and oil will soon improve the highways leading out of Barstow, aiming to enhance driving conditions and safety for travelers. Authorities expect faster maintenance and clearer guidance along key routes.
The High School girls class of the Congregational church met March 1 at Kathryn Drumm’s home to form a group named Philthea Believers in Truth. Officers include Virginia Wright president Leta Lee vice president and Mrs Burton Leak is the teacher. Sixteen girls attended and plan to lead the Sunday school service March 13 after a social with games and refreshments.
M O Hert formerly chief deputy and Stanley Mussell formerly trial deputy on the district attorney’s staff have formed a law firm and opened offices in San Bernardino. They resigned as prosecutors on January 1 with Mussell serving until February 1 at the request of District Attorney George H Johnson.
Fundraising notes show $2300 received for Community Congregational Church with pledges and promises from Barstow and Long Beach. Pey. and Mrs. Isaac McRae traveled to Long Beach Wednesday to present Barstow needs and secure additional assistance from the First Congregational Church of Long Beach which pledged financial aid for a new church edifice.
Superior Court notice announces execution sale under El Dorado case no 3138 against C L Herrington and Katie A Herrington. Property includes Northwest quarter of Northwest quarter Section 3 Township 8 North Range 3 West San Bernardino, with boundary near Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Ry. Sale set for March 15 1927 at 11 am at the New Court House entrance Arrowhead Avenue San Bernardino. Sheriff W A Shay presiding. bid in cash gold coin.
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