Waterman School District to seek bond and tax for new building
At a March 21 meeting Waterman School District trustees voted to call an election on a $10,000 bond issue and a $7,000 special tax to fund a new school building. The plan relies on reimbursement from the Supervisors, with potential railroad contributions covering the gap. If approved, May 12 ballot asks voters to fund modernization to rival neighboring districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterman
Grammar School
Victorville
E. L. Warts
Local business visitors and a new baby greet town
William A. Conrad of Judson visited for business while M. T. Skinner from Las Vegas toured the area. Dick Mansfield drove to Los Angeles on business, and Conductor Herbert Smith welcomed an 8 pound baby girl with his family starting housekeeping after their Monday arrival. R. C. Griffith, Barstow Department Store proprietor, returned from Los Angeles with his wife and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Conrad
Judson
M. T. Skinner
Las Vegas
Dick Mansfield
Los Angeles
Herbert Smith
R. C. Griffith
Barstow
Mr. Griffith
No Loans Until Land is Patented
The Federal Farm Loan Board states that holders of lands under homestead or desert claims cannot borrow from federal land banks until patents for their lands are issued. The ruling may allow loans after final proofs and patent issuance, but not before. The issue may reach Congress amid wartime needs and reclamation projects.
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Federal Land Bank
R. L. Douglas
Washington
Federal Farm Loan Board
Congress
Churchill County
Potato King Trades Sacks for Provisions in Orange County
A.J. Young of Huntington Beach known as the potato king exchanges four sacks of potatoes with a local grocery for a heavy load of provisions. He leaves with two sacks of sugar and flour, meat, and $1.50 in cash, highlighting the barter of tubers for essentials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.J. Young
Huntington Beach
Orange County
Young
Santa Ana Register
Barstow Hosts Notables and Visitors Across Town
Barstow welcomed many distinguished visitors on Sunday including German Counsels returning from Manila and China. They traveled in two Pullman cars guarded by Secret Service on hand to ensure safe passage to the Atlantic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barstow
Manilla
China
Secret Service
Atlantic
Red Cross Work Suggestions From Washington Leader
Mrs. Marion M. Kerrner, wife of a district congressman, offers tips to Barstow Printer readers on aiding Red Cross during the crisis. Advice includes joining a local chapter, using every foot of ground to grow wood, making extra jelly and supplies for hospitals, and obtaining knitting directions from chapters for men in camp. Newport Beach Fullerton Santa Ana chapters listed with secretaries.
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Marion M. Kettner
Barstow
Bradford Apts
Washington, D. C
Congressional Club
Marion M. Kerrner
Red Cross
California
San Bernardino
Carroll C. Davis
San Diego
Harold Angvler
Account Bank of Commerce and Trust Co
Red Crosse
Newport Beach
Edith Gold Wallace
Fullerton
F. J. Fuller
Litigation Looms Over Lavic Region Mine Deal
Joseph Wari a renowned mining figure seeks court aid to overturn a deal he says sold his rights in the Lavie celestite mine for 150 dollars. He claims a 2000 foot long ledge with broad ore deposits exists and a royalty of one dollar per ton was expected, but buyers deny the clause. Ward’s brother arrives from Portland as a court action is prepared in San Bernardino.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Wari
Lavie
Ward
Portland
Oregon
San Bernardino
Monday Evening at Santa Fe Reading Room
Hallie Leanne Beare Artists Company presented artistic entertainment at the Santa Fe Reading Room Barstow. Seven ladies performed with strong audience applause and seating proved difficult for early arrivals as Santa Fe shows grow popular. The hall promotes a motto valuing music and knowledge to enrich life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Barstow
Hallie Leanne Beare
Bedell, Barstow’s Former Standout, Spotted in Town
Ward mayor and former Barstow good fellow A Bedell, once station agent and police chief, visited Saturday and greeted many friends in town.
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A. Bedell
Barstow
Water Delivery Order During War Emergency
The California Railroad Commission on its own motion started an investigation into water delivery by utilities during wartime. It orders utilities to supply surplus water free or at reduced rates for emergency irrigation and allows landholders to sign agreements acknowledging rights and potential dedication. Utilities must report within 30 days the irrigator, amount, land, crops, and terms of delivery. Signed from San Francisco.
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Railroad Commission
San Francisco
Capitalists Eye Goldstone Camp for Mining Prospects
San Francisco capitalist N Miles plans to become financially involved in Goldstone Camp after I W Young presents specimens to show the camp's potential. Miles will visit Goldstone this summer to verify mining district prospects and claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. N. Miles
San Francisco
Goldstone
I. W. Young
Miles
General to speak on Army and Navy in Barstow lecture
Letter from General J. Mcrrefield of Los Angeles says he will speak in Barstow on May 5 at Sloan's ball at 3 o'clock on The Army and Navy. The General notes his experience and vows the talk will be entertaining and informative. Also mentions local movements and upcoming basketball venue changes, and soldiers passing through Barstow rest stops.
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F. G. Mitchell
J. M. Mcrrefield
Los Angeles
Barstow
Army
Navy
Santa Fe Freight House in Ruins After Fire
The Santa Fe Freight House at Bar stow was destroyed by a Saturday night fire of unknown origin. The blaze, fed by a southeast wind, damaged several freight cars and endangered nearby homes, with volunteers and residents aiding in fire patrol as authorities fought the flames.
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Sata Fe
Santa Fe
Barstow
Donald Henderson
Hendersons
al. Kay
Mudgett
Elim Street
Pastor J Price Returns from Hylands Sunday School Meet
Rev J Price pastor of United Congregational Church returned from Hylands where he attended the Sunday School convention held last week.
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Spain
Cratts
Mrs. E. Sakamoto
Lyman D. White
Crafts
Superior Valley
H. M. Heening
Hinkley
Hotel Barstow
Santa Ana
John Wehly
Lavic
of the
California Railroad Commission
Goldstone Camp
Bisney Stiern
Fresno
Allen Sloan
Munday
Frank M. Melctre
U. S
H. W. Phipps
J. C. McMillan
Kramer
Ft. Logan
Colorado
Ft. Winfeld Scott
Rey
F. W. Chandler
Third St
E Street
Cal
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