Bond Election Criticism in Barstow High School Fight
A Barstow wage earner appeal opposes a $10,000 high school bond to beautify Barstow grounds, arguing it biases rural voters, raises costs, and diverts funds. The letter protests polling logistics, warns of future bonds, and cites labor and farm unions urging fairness. Dix Van Dyer signs.
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Barstow
Barstow Union High School
Board of Trustees
Lyle Graham
Organized Labor
County Farm Bureau
National
Farm Bureau
Dix van Dyer
Prewar Prices Prevail at Local Soda Fountain
Ice cream cones remain popular at True's Drug Store as prices hold steady before the war. W. A. Shelton of the Santa Fe round house force is on sick leave.
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True’s Drug Store
W. A. Shelton
The
Santa Fe
Round House Force
J. V. Copp
Del Rey Board Member Opposes Bond Election
Del Rey California March 4 1922 a Barstow editor publishes a reader letter by L Graham opposing a school bond issue. He argues retrenchment is needed to avoid unnecessary spending that burdens desert homeowners, warns future bond funding could harm teaching facilities and local prosperity, and urges voters to oppose the March 18 election despite the March 31 trustee election date.
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Barstow
L. Graham
Antlers Club Enjoys Regular Wednesday Social
The Antlers Club held a Wednesday social with fifty attendees. They played progressive whist, had lunch, then a toast by Mr. Whitney, and danced till midnight with music by Leonard Soules, Billy Ryan, Clarry Haynes, and Mary Sloan.
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Antlers Club
Mr. Whitney
Leonard Soules
Billy Ryan
Clarry Haynes
Mary Sloan
Reece Dillingham
Hardy
Howell
Knight
Geo. Desking
Mesdames
E. L. White
Craig
Platt, McGraw, Harter
Clerks Host Dance With Yale Union Orchestra
Barstow Brotherhood of Railroad Clerks advertises a March 17 dance in the Grammar school auditorium with the Yale Union Orchestra from San Bernardino providing music. Special baby care facilities are arranged so mothers can attend while their children are supervised in a separate room.
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Yale Union Orchestra
San Bernardino
Brotherhood of Railroad Clerks of
Barstow
Grammar School
High School Notes Corrects Operetta Proceeds and Events
A correction notes the operetta proceeds totaled 6625 dollars. Miss Ireland hosted a Seniors party with Juniors and Faculty in costume recalling "kiddie days." The evening featured games, refreshments, and a late-night departure. Also reported: Leslie Fries damaged teeth during basketball, Varsity beat Goofs 34 to 0, and B U H S lost 22 to 15 to Las Vegas in Nevada events.
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Ireland
Jhey
Leslie Fries
Congregational Church Notes in Barstow
Ground has been graded by Mr. Compton for the new parsonage with lumber and cement due. Rev McRae hosts good morning and evening services. Bible school led by Miss Cook aims for 100 attendance. 76 last Sunday. Boy Scouts meet with Rev McRae and Willard Wright. Wright ill last Sunday. Prayer meeting Wednesday. choir practice at 8:30. anthem sung Sunday. duets by pastor and wife. True's Drug Store accepts mail orders. Ice cream cones 5c. Honor Roll of Barstow Grammar School to appear next issue.
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McRae
Bible School
Miss Cook
Boy Scouts
Willard Wright
Wright
Barstow notices mix theatre news and social updates
Barstow reflects on local events from a school play to health visits by Miss Molly Healey and sister in Hollywood town. Residents plan housing, a 320 acre ranch sale, movie previews, a wedding notice, and community activities in a busy Friday scene.
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Molly Healey
Mrs. Curley
Hollywood
Harvey House
Miss Healey
Barstow
Surprise Birthday Party At Higine Residence
A surprise party was held Saturday night March 4 at the T. G. Higine home for Mrs. Higgins in honor of her birthday anniversary. Miss Sarah Higgins organized the event and several gifts were exchanged. Attendees included Fred Bauer and wife, Fred Hunt and wife, Dan Erickson and wife, Q. O. Lemon and wife, T. G. Higgins and wife, Sarah Higgins, John Riley, and Doran from Todd.
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T. G. Higine
Higgins
Sarah Higgins
And
Mes
Fred Bauer
Fred Hunt
Dan. Erickson
QO. J. Lemon
T.G. Higgins
Engineer Harry Kelly Faces Unusual Family Aid Claim
Engineer Harry Kelly has two children involved in a controversial case as authorities review an offer to place the kids with new guardians. The incident raises questions about custody and legal safeguards for minors.
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Harry Kelly
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J. L. Crooks
Leslie Curtis
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Four Horsemen
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Freepoint
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Ruby’ Griffi
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