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Page: of 10

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1937
NEVADA CITY NUCGCET
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A Le2gal Newspaper, as defined by statute. Printed and Published
at Nevada City.
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Editor and Publisher
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Published Semi-Weekly, Monday and Friday at
Nevada City, California, and entered
as
mail
matter of the second class in the postoffice at
Nevada City, under Act of Congress, March: o,
°
1879
SUBSCRIPTION RATES
One year (in Advance)
ium of useful information about the
twin
dom
for
Out Loud .
one
of the big
roles in
recreation and sports in the Sierras.
warm-hearted
Progress
Edition of Nevada. City Nugget. It is an
advertising issue — advertising the
advantages of life in Nevada County,
We often hear our mining friends
sports
facilities
Accordingly, all
larged and modernized County Court
will be flying planes. The day of as
Nevada
sembly lines for planes for everybody
for
House, new City Hall
is near. When it dawns we shall see
blocks, new firms, rebuilt highways,
all of these things reflecting actual
thousands of people in San Frantis
and
potential
prosperity.
whe
For
co spending their
noonsy
in
the
Saturday
ally prospereus, as it is and has been
desperately
for some years, the natural resources
Yanding fields. That is»why the com
to
provide
pletion
erations to come, to make and keep
comes more important*every day.
Sections devoted
and
exclusively
agriculture
tend
to
to
farming wherever the soil and other
leads
choose
area around, are to be found a-rep-, from
in the Middle West; have little or no
future as a place/for homes or agricultural industry. Great sections of
Wisconsin,
Minnesota
and _ other
states in the east, have ._been exhausted from a timber
production
latively
tional _ and international repute, and ‘one
apples.
demonstrating
Grass Vallev and tie wide industrial
conscientious dairymen,. some of n2
fine
in
Errol
MacBoyle
Bartlett
for many years in both
counties'have
pears
Placer and
won
highest
resentative
all
number of
homesite
ered
quality,
rich
of a
setting
milk,
the
rod
ers,
research
maintains his dairy here. With ample
the
places in California and the western
water
mountain
mining
drawn
that dairying should rank among the’
value
successful
upon
until
there
is
little
of
ing
left.
has
industries.”
already
would seem
But rain or shine, good years and
communities.
cal
raisarately and collectively, have, sinre
relatively! time immemorial, formed the back
and eggs produced locally fail
our
glorious .
hot only lovers of.
and
gun,
but
health
enthusiasts,
seek-:
explorers .
boundaries, who would
improve:
These basic industries which, sep-! both body and mind amid delightful ;
to compete
You ARE INVITED
. .
ms 40000
PHIZE CONTEST:
on the 'Electrical Standard of Living
scenes and surroundings, will, when
considering travel away from home,
a high rank in egg production. Milk
t
truth.
an@ happiness of-~-these. . and others residing beyond our lo
Poultry
attained
of
In this respect,
materially to maintain and enhance
it
in
statehood.
cream and other dairy products help
irrigation
is,
of the rarest and brigutest jew-?;
winner for many years in the state
for
that
els in the crown
bred, high producing, vigorous cows
health
ranging
altitude
7000 feet above’ sea
to
high-minded, ‘level, and a fair idea may be gath-.
the fortunate possessors of well
awards in the California Fair. The whose prime
a
1000
fair milk contest, U. S. N. Johnson,
been
bone of every country under the sun, ifind it bo-h expedient and profitable
far . coupled with the fact that land pric-. to assign Nevada County as a whole,
}
bad, Nevada County since 1849 has short of the local demand.
es in Nevada County are generally' and her quaint, yet modern twin cit-:
and that taxes are most reason-! jes in particular. a leading place on .
We believe there are many oppor-} able, are serving as weighty factors any wigely considered itinerary.
been producing gold. It now produces more than a fourth of all the gold
that California yields.
Little by littunities for
tle the mines of this county attain
stock
live ‘in attracting new blood
and
new
farms! capital to what is still, as already
supply
local . pointed out, a comparatively virgin
horticulture
and_
that are planned
vealed more stores of profitable ore.
demands, should be successful.
to
plored
to the depths of the
North
will bring profits in mining for long
years to come.
are
rarely
local
sufficient
supply
for
. .
consumers.
{
It will be noted that in this issne;
of the Nevada City Nugget, consid-.
We . field.
.
We surmise that when the mines of have observed that raspberries, and
Nevada City’s immediate area are exother small fruits grown near-by,
in
MANIFOLD ACTIVITIES
REVIEWED
Diversified
breeding.
depth and with depth is usually re
Star and the Empire in Grass. Valley, values will be uncovered that
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
erable snace ‘s devoted to a
As the prosperous and progressive
review!
of the manifold. activities of Nevada
.
County Seat of Nevada County, Ne-! City and
her neighboring; hustling
city, . communities having to do with incourse, dustry, business, the professions and
vada City, as also her.
sister
This edition then is planned to . Grass Valley, including, of
give all those who desire a voice in. } the county’s long established comthe Nugget to tell the world of op. mercial easten outpost, Truckee, and
lines of occupation not embraced in
either of these broad categories,
other smaller communities, extend
This summarization .ranges from
to friend and stranger alike, educa:
' the activities of Public Utilities Corand
to!
and our grandchildren need not be respective lines of endeavor,
social ad-, porations and the operations of large .
eoncerned, undoubtedly the mines:
of call attention to the advantages of. tional, recreational and
vantages that rank high in the land. and small industrial enterprises, to/.
Nevada County will fail to produce . living in. Nevada County.
Some day, with which our children
portunities which they offer in their
These
COUNTY INVITES HOME
BUILDERS, INVESTORS
(Continued from Page One)
seekers,
as well
as
farmers,
ranch
ers, fruit growers and poultry and
dairying specialists of vision and
understanding, can make no mistake
by investigating at first hand what
judiciously
money
expended
for
large or small tracts of well located
property coming within the_classifiewation already outlined, backed by
to
make this an industry that is rap
idly expanding, and of ever increasing
commercial
determination
to
succeed,
1
centers
have a . coneerns of lesser magnitude, but.
well settled and well-developed ter= each, in its way, fulfilling its func-.
ritory to draw from. Each commun-}; tions
ity
can
boast
fine
business
blocks,
in the complicated machinery
of modern life.
to offer experienced truck gardeners . Various other
culture by reason of the dependable,
year-round
market for
everything
produced.
Neither: should the salient fact, be
overlooked
that
poultry
specialists
who would secure a foothold in Ne
County
throughout
the
where
conditions
year
conducive
(and to all such far-sighted, industo both progress and
trious strangers, Nevada County ex
are
profit,
will
all citizens
In
a
of
the
word,
. vance of most other counties of equal
community.
Nevada
City,
Grass
Valley and Truckee, as well
smaller communities of San
Juan,
settlements, make up a picture so alin
relation
to
this
county’s
healthful climate and diversification
of valuable natural resources, that
it
would
where
be
hard,
discerning
indeed,
to
home and
in
say
invest
this
and
neighboring
Churches of all leading den
as the . Sha0e?:
. ! ominations
Washington, Graniteville and other
luring
population
spiritual
adequately
meet
the
kindred
essential
re
and
guirements of a well disposed, home
loving,
true
grateful
Christian
mined.
people
who,
with
chivalry
and
deter
purpose,
value
sincerity
of
their allegiance to God and country
portunities
that
are
not
surpassed
only to the rich, but the deserving,
FARM AND HOMESITES
elsewhere on the Pacific Coast.
ambitious individual and family of
of
some
boast
can
Nevada County
Modern dairying, too, as carried modest means as well.
in
s
holding
ranch
and
farm
best
the
on. in Nevada.County, although as
SCENIC BEAUTY UNSURPASSED
the whole of» Northern California.
yet comparatively small in point of
pracof
range
These cover the entire
Well maintained highways, cross
enthe gross number of animals cared
tical agricultural, horticulaural)
yoads and branch trails radiate from
‘for, and seasonal production handdeavor carried on here, including well
Nevada County’s capitol and sister
led, has come to be looked upon
gencities to fairylike retreats’ of mounkept and progressively managed
here,
as
elsewhere,
as
an
industry
of
orfine
eral purpose farms;~—also
wide
ehards whereon are produced a
major
as
such excellent quality and flavor
cerning
variety of large and small fruits of
tain, valley and enchanting lake re
importance.
Serving the daily needs of the discitizenry
of
Nevada
City,.
sorts which in point of scenic grandeur
and
awe-inspiring’
loveliness,
challenge comparison with
any
of
the world’s more famous outdoor attractions.
4 107 Mill Street The studio that satisfies. Good
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photos at reasonable prices —
no guess work. 8-hour Kodak
ProrecrapreRr
finishing service.
Grass Valley
it
as
Consider
the
thrill
of
by day, week, month
or
social clubs,
and
private,
civic’
and county organizations, calculated
to maintain community welfare at a
stadard commensurate with the high
ideals of a people whose rich heritage in character have, for almost an
unbroken century of work and play,
contributed a luster to California
time can never obliterate,
Outstanding among the public and
private structural undertakings that
have marked Nevada County’s current year progress in a better hous
ing plan, should be mentioned a new
County Court House which in point
seasonal of architectural beauty of design.
occupying,
tenancy, or better still,
on an_outright ownership basis,
ored fraternal organizations, service
and
a home, large
spacious
Your 100-word letter
may WIN these
veluable PRIZES!
How would you like to win a
$12.000. New American Home
planned to fit your needs—a
home that would be fun to live
in because it was equipped with
electrical servants that reduce
housework to a minimum?
2nd prize’
§8,000
New American Home
Plus ..10 prizes, each
worth $200, every week
for 10 weeks — total,
100 prizes — $20,000
A grand.total of 102
prizes, $40,000
First contest closes Oct. 2
1937—-weekly thereafter un. ,
til. Dec, 4, 1937. First and
second grand prizes will be
selected from weekly win
ners.
How would you like to win $200 worth of electrical.appliances
that make housework easy and save your strength—a dishwasher,
above all else.
find,.as have other enterprising poulThe same is true with respect to
tends a cordial invitation) will retry farmers, breeders and fanciers, ment seekers of vision and underthe worthy
part ‘loyally played in
turn on any given cash outlay, wheample scope to make the most of opstanding, could equal the opportunpublic and private life by time-honities Nevada County holds out, not
ther large or small.
Ist prize $12,000
New American Home
less
versed in intensive field and garden,
an inclination to work hard and a vada
dogged
importance.
thriving
. ware-houses, modern manufacturies,
pretentious propor-.
COMPENDIUM OF USEFUL
world famous productive mines, and .
tions with respect to suitability of .
INFORMATION
publie and private institutions which
area, ete., the same may truly be
Nevada
County’s educational adcollectively, furnish profitable emsaid of the potential advantages cer. . . vantages, both public and private,
ployment to local. residents, and in
tain localities of Nevada County have
ways, help to enrich'‘are not only on a par, but well in adWhile in
S
new settlers,
is the owner.
that Nevada County can grow super
have
where worthy
A new power systm has been installed at the Bessler mine at Downieville and a shaft is being unwatered, Annie Bessler of Downieville
But vast areas, such’ as ‘‘dust bowl”
resources
and
BESSLER MINE
mining districts have /also worn out.
standpoint for years to come. And in
endeavor
revival of interest in
wear out in time, and indeed many conditions. make it possible.
Nevada
carefully
descriptive
change of scene and’ surroundings,
The last three or four years have
lumbering
,to
of
are always welcome.
this county prosperous.
a_
range
and reputable strangers in quest of
of Nevada City’s airport be
witnessed
wide
district
adequate
are here and will be for many gen
a
kindred happenings of moment in.a
mountains, and every
Sierra community will be struggling
scan
should take the
necessary
of essential, useful
after
ther Nevada County is always actu
time
ter, relative to innumérable branches
who now. drive automobiles
City and Grass Valley, new. business
little
these pages as paid advertising. mat
time can almost be measured when
people
busi
news items that appear elsewhere in
is still in its’ swaddling clothes. The
good new and rebuilt schools, an en
of our
element
tion possible.
this section.
in
exthat
izenry whose generosity has made
the publication of this Progress Edi
fact. that development of reer ational .
and
be
ness, industrial and professional cit
is true. But even more striking is the
1ess
special
in a
manner to
commendation
merited
tended
County has not been seratched yet.”
a
it is only right
towns and. hamlets,
that’
And we believe that this, in the main,
is
chosen
carefully
and
and order in Nevada County's cities,
the
say: ‘The mineral wealth of Nevada
This.
heads
staffs as represented in the respon. sible and respected governing forces
. charged with’ the business adminis‘tration and the maintenance of, law
reason tiat this section will then being playing
by the duly elected ex,
shown
ecutive
predict
we
Jn deference, therefore, to the wis
.
. enough gold to afford a profit. And
comes
a
. heard, or perhaps has heard of; but
52.50
matter much
as
. does not know in an intimate sense.
+
. that it won’t
county
reader acquainted with his neighbors, some of whom he may. know,
and other of whow he has not even
o ere ie rerio the testestestes
Nera
ieietlotieteeloloiok totesHloetololototototeintotaiettettetetetotatetetatetes”
‘when that time
cities and the
whole, that will repay study by anyone interested in the doings of his
fellow men. It will tend to make the
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business requirement for generations
hence.
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a
Re
reat
interior arrangements
and
imposing exterior
‘and
interior
or small, among hills that are coverscheme of arresting, decorative illumed with stately giants of the unimation, is so far in advance of the
spoiled Tahoe National Forest in a times that it will
serve and satisfy
county of wonders where one may every conceivable
county judicial and
range, clothes washer, ironer, refrigerator or a combination of
small appliances, whose retail prices total not more than $200?
You have every chance to win the 1st Grand Prize or the 2nd
Grand Prize. You may be the winner of one of the 10 valuable
weekly awards. In this contest there is a total of 102 prizes. You
have every chance to win.
All you have ~o do is to write 100 words on why ‘the electrical
standard of livisg appeals to you. And that should be easy to
every man or woman who knows how electricity has put fun into
liying with the modern radio, dishwasher, vacuum sweeper,
refrigerator, percolator, toaster, waffle iron, etc. Just tell in 100
words what these electrical servants have meant to you and your
family, the -freedom they give, the fun they are to use.
To help you write your letter you should have a copy of the
FREE folder, “Invitation to Participate.” It gives the facts. It
tells the story. It contains the official entry blank. And it places
you under no obligation.
Call, write or phone any P. G. and E. office for your copy.
Or ask any General Electric dealer. The sooner you get it —and
write your letter—the sooner your chance of winning a peiee.
So get started today.
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