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Newspaper
Barstow Printer
Location
Barstow, California, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1913
Page
4
Editorial urges Barstow residents to keep streets clear of trash to attract tourists and prevent disease. It notes Redlands San Bernardino county splitting talks, road funding fights, and a push for desert road improvements. Warns against Russian thistle invasion and welcomes raincoat advertising mail following an election.
George Williams, aged 8, longtime Daggett resident and former Indian wars veteran, died at his home last Saturday. A large crowd attended the last rites for the old soldier and miner. In San Bernardino on May 16 the Osborne mines at Ord Mountain will be sold at public auction by Sheriff Ralphs to cover a $25,000 mortgage. The seven patented claims and additional undeveloped holdings are included. Mrs. M A Weber and her baby daughter have returned to Minneola after a two week visit with relatives in Los Angeles.
T O Williams reports 400 acres of fruit trees planted in Otis with all trees alive and healthy. Barley from Merrill's ranch yielded a five inch head, while Patrosso and McCormick began haying as the crep promises a heavy crop. Local prospects include pears peaches and alfalfa plans, milk delivery to Otis, and notes on social events and mining prospects near Quail Springs and Afton.
An advertisement urges readers to support local industry by using Barstow for all job printing needs. It emphasizes quality work and timely service for newspapers, catalogs, and handbills.
United States states Arizona California Nevada Oregon and Utah laws concerning oil claims annotated with forms. By Calvert Wilson attorney at law. Fifth edition revised to May 1 1911. Price 50 cents. For sale at Printer office Barstow.
News notes district development and asks readers to read an offer for advertising benefits of the country. Subscription price listed as $1 for six months.
Notice of assessment levied by the Board of Directors on the capital stock of the corporation. Delinquent stock not paid by June 25th will be sold at public auction to cover the assessment and costs. Location details include principal office in Los Angeles and works in San Bernardino County. First publication April 25 with final notice May 30.
Rules govern desert land entries with irrigation as the key factor. Amendments allowed within a year of discovery if irrigation feasibility undermines the original selection. Credits and burdens pass with assignees, and time for compliance runs from the entry date. Negligence in relinquishment and contests risks defeat. If a vein crosses a claim, the locator may receive a patent to the full surface as located.
The Fenner election resulted in a wet outcome by 11 votes out of 24 registered voters. Joe Spencer hauled ore from the Pilot mine owned by C. J. Eaton with another carload expected soon. Several residents from Stormy Night Siam Danby and Elora cast votes or passed through on their trips.
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