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Collection: Newspapers > Nevada City Nugget

September 20, 1937 (10 pages)

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1937 NEVADA CITY NUCGCET PAGE cei: F teste dete Geetnedest ea testetted ath pat tatu eafesfeatestetefetenteatoatententententeatetestenteiigete fe se tfentesfen fe oferteotecieofesteopeteateatetestestententeteeaeateatesteatect tehsthesteatssteatesie tte festa destartetfestefesl . : 4 Fo rtunes Have Been Made, and More. ill Be ade, . in Nevada County ebaedsaoa ie eaHenebnneneaeencene then ae a ae a ae a Pte eeeleteteeeteteteeteteeaninetesegepetptertelnet tetetepioietee Reh Rieioiei Ne rerferlengeate senate ears teste Seaeege cke eate 4.fe04 agertecterfesion “ fesse Se fee Nevada City N seet 305 Broad Street. A Le2gal Newspaper, as defined by statute. Printed and Published at Nevada City. Ps og oa 2 Aa «4 a ee ee Editor and Publisher 5 EET Dy, 7. SISEBEN Ge 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 PHONE 67 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 *, * SERS pad In fine, fhis review is a compend 4 ste ate oteteats % CAR: eatssteste 2, feet at, % ate ate ate) +seatstetiat oe oti atesy feats Phone 36 business requirement for generations hence. 2 foots ? ferterter, 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. Jy