Gasoline Well Surface Mystery in Castro Valley Reignites Leasing
Reports describe a Castro Valley gasoline well near Nunes and Rogers garage yielding seven to eight hundred gallons of nearly pure gasoline within days. Experts note shale formations mimic off field oil zones and say operators are actively leasing valley land on a percent basis as they probe for deeper oil. Neighbors question motives while banker F. E. Parsons confirms landowners are being approached. Continued on last page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castro Valley
Nunes and Rogers
Nunes & Rogers
Emanuel Nunes
Alameda
FE. B. Parsons
Parsons
Paopi
Sunflower image draws Boston attention to Hayward
N W Armstrong of the Alameda County Development Commission notes a two column Boston Post picture titled Two Sunkist Prize Winners featuring Miss Gladys Kenyon of the Alameda Farm Council Hayward California with a sunflower she picked weighing about a pound. The caption highlights Miss Kenyon, the sunflower, and the chance for Boston suitors to visit and settle in the Pacific Coast town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayward
Boston Post
N. W. Armstrong
Alameda County Development Commission
the Post
Sunkist Prize
Gladys Kenyon
Alameda Farm Council
Calif
Haley Family Moves Into New Home on Russell Way
Mr and Mrs W W Haley have settled into a newly completed two story residence on Russell Way near Second Street. The house features charming architectural design, spacious rooms, porches, modern conveniences, and brown stucco. Once landscaping completes it will enhance the pleasant neighborhood and bring ongoing delight to the occupants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Haley
Russel Way
Hayward
Second
Haley’s
Eagles At Martinez Host Delegation In State Event
Nelson president of the Est Bay Council of Eagles and Richard Moniz delegate attended the large Eagle function in Martinez. State President Haggerty of Mariposa also joined the gathering as guests. The Martinez Eagles proved to be delightful hosts and the group enjoyed a wonderful time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N_ E. Nelson
Est Bay
Rotary luncheon stirs oil talk and farm bureau drive
At Castro Valley a Rotary gathering heard claim of vast oil beneath lands and a plan to fund farm programs. President Robinson urged memberships to support the Farm Bureau while Tom Morrison outlined farmer aid efforts. Aimpromptu singing fell flat and October 10 flagships a joint Rotary Lions game was announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Morrison
Morrison
Robinsan
Farm Bureau
Jake Harder
Nils Quist
Nels Clemens
Fred Brown
Frederick Johnson
Jesse B. Holly
Erle Ruus
Service
Joalah Daniel
Fraga
Rotariana
Duy
Rotary
Lions
Hayward Man Praises Palo Alto Hospital During Visit
Frank Mendornen from Hayward spent the weekend at a Myrtle street home and praised Palo Alto Base Hospital for improving veterans health. He noted about 600 patients, high quality care, entertainment, and meals, plus plans for another million dollar expansion. He credited Dr Borden and staff for diligent service and hoped for further recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Mendornen
Palo Alto
Myrtle Street
Frank
Afr. Mendonca
Palolene Hospital
Hayardites Visit Fruitvale Meeting in Local Unity
Eighteen members of the Presbyterian Intermediate Endeavor Society led by Emmett French and W. H. Young visited the Elmhurst Fruitvale Christian church Sunday. John Robinson preached and drew a big crowd including Miss Americas and football kings. The visitors enjoyed the gathering and may return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Intermediate Endeavor Society
Emmett French
W. H. Young
Elmhurst Fruitvale
John Robinson
Harvard-Fruitvale
Mr. French
Josiah Daniel
Mr. Young
Hayward
Mrs Holman Given Shower at Highlands
At Hayward Highlands on Saturday afternoon a shower was held at Mrs L G Allis home in favor of Mrs P E Holman formerly Margery Wilson of the Farm Bureau. Guests included Mrs Frank Lesch Mrs Heckbarth Mrs Russell Mrs Scott Mrs McCormick Mrs Brent Mrs Thompson Miss Johnson Miss Harris Mrs Evel Mrs Larson Mrs Swickard Mrs Osborne Mrs Meckiesser and Mrs Zelinki. Mr Holman attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayward Highlands
L. G. Allis
P. E. Holman
Margerly Wilson
Farm Bureau
Frank Lesch
Heckbarth
Russell
Scott
McCormick
Brent
Thompson
Johnson
Harris
Evel
Larson
Swickard
Osborne
Meckiesser
Zelinki
Holman
St Mary's Army Game Delights Haywardites at Ewing Field
Frank Mitchell and Al Fraga among the Haywardites watching St Mary's college team crush Army at Ewing Field on Sunday. The final score about 30 to 6 in favor of St Mary's, aided by a hot breeze that intensified the sea wind impact on the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Mitchell
al Fraga
Legion veterans rise in California political ranks
California Legionnaires gain prestige after the recent primary with former state commander Fitts winning the Republican lieutenant governor nomination. Phil Swing is re elected to Congress and serves as Republican State convention chairman. Legionnaires hold posts from the state senate to county offices across Alameda and Stanislaus counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Legionariea Gela
Sacramento
California
Bures
Tall Ant Tubbs
Beau Brammel
San Francisco
E. H. Christian
Harvard
State Senate
Southern California
Jack Inman
State Assembly
Major Zeimel
Fresno
Vernon Gant
Stanislaus
Roy Nielsen
Morgan Keaton
Long Beach
Frank Merriam
Veterans Welfare Board
John R. Quinn
American Legion
Quinn
George Hatfield
United States
George Stout
Jack Brennan
Berkeley
Phil Dodson
South Pasadena
Cafeteria Land
Alameda County
John Flynn
Hayward
County Court House
Hall of Records
Realtor H. R. Robinson Relocates After Fire Loss
H. R. Robinson, Hayward Rotary president and Sete Street property owner, moves to Foothill Boulevard after a fire destroyed poultry equipment. He plans to rebuild his holdings at the new site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. R. Robinson
Hayward Rotary
Sete Street
D. R. Galbraith
Foothill Boulevard
Mr. Robinson
All Saints Fair cooks at Edward Mason store sale
The Ladies Interested In one of the booths at the All Saints Fair plan a cooked food sale at Edward Mason store on Saturday October 7. They promise a wide variety of tasty treats and hope to sell out the items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Mason
Mrs Holman to Continue Farm Bureau Work
The excerpt notes Mrs. Holman will carry on with the Farm Bureau after a late afternoon scene showing a man’s bravery. The report ends with a positive assurance about her ongoing efforts and community role.
Hayward Health Center expands with Nourish Clinic for pupils
The Hayward Health Center at the Public Library building adds the Nourish Clinic at B Street Grammar School led by Dr. Ann Martin. The program classifies and treats malnourished and tuberculosis-suspect pupils under a diet and rest plan to prevent contagion, with Mrs. Floria Prentiss describing the effort as part of a broader public health mission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayward
Jana
Wayward
Europe
Ann Martin
B’ Street
del Valle
Floria C. Prentiss
Dental
F. Tredway
Helen Bruckman
Charles Bousson
Selah Baird
Freshman Birthday Whist Party at J F J With Prizes
Katherine Westover hosted J J s for her birthday at J F J. Irene Vargas won first prize. a three-way tie for consolation split a large chocolate lolly pop. The event featured dainty sandwiches and a decorated table, with playful substitutions of guests names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine Westover
U. C
Irene Vargas
Carolyn, Krogh
Marian Garnett
Katherine
Sprague Sells plans big expansion and adds plants
Sprague Sells Corporation, with holdings around 300000 dollars in this city, plans a 30000 square foot addition to its 60000 square feet of in use buildings. Walter King, local manager, notes three plants in Hoopston Illinois Hayward and Buffalo New York, supplying canner equipment and materials. The firm represents over two and a half million in capital with a monthly payroll near 10000 dollars. The talk was at a Rotary luncheon to acquaint members with local industry and its stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sprague-Sells Corporation
Walter King
Sprague Sells
Hoopston
Tenois
Hayward
Buffalo
Garret
Sprague-Sells
Ume
King
Anate
California Conserving Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
Valley
Boston
Haleys
Eagles
Martinez
Terbins Bros. Gass Service
Castro Street
San Leandro
L B. Persons
Martin Madison
Wesmwome Freeman
Arthur Beam
Charles Deane
Peter Hoare
Robinson
iRotarr
Webinson
Florida Red Wet Fund
Palo Alto Hospital
Fruitvale
Chrysler
Sid Loewenthal
P.O
Hayward Homes
Servic National Mortgage! Company of California
California Street
Legion
Boulevard
J. F
J. Pettit
Rt. 4
Western
Hampton Rd
Colonial Acres
Nature Cures
Sprague - Sells
Dodge Brothers
Walter H. Daniels
Graham Brothers
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!