June 28, 1972 (12 pages)

4 The Nevada County Nugget “Wednesday, June 28, 1972 Glorious old fashion 4th by WINIFRED TYRRELL RHODES Of all my childhood memories the Fourth of July celebration was the best. Unbelieveably so, it was more exciting even than Christmas. For one thing, the fun started in the early morning and lasted all through the day into the evening. This event was so important that farmers who brought their families into town only twice a year, chose the Fourth as one of the days to hitch up the wagon and come from as far away as Penn Valley and Chicago Park. The whole town buzzed for weeks ahead in preparation for the big event. The red, white, and blue bunting decorated every. store. All of the main part of town was festooned with garlands and flags. Wooden stands at spaced intervals were set up to sell fireworks. The parade started as always at 10 A.M. but the day began much earlier. The large horse drawn floats had to be in their places--those riding dressed in he Public : PulsePublic Pulse June 18,1972 Dear Sirs: Thank you very much for send. ing the back issues of the Nugget with the story of the CITY OF SIX. I appreciate your kind help very much. I enjoyed the story. I look forward to receiving your wonderful paper every Friday morning. I love Nevada County and your newspaper keeps me informed with the latest things happening in your County. Thank you all again for your help in getting the story of the CITY OF SIX. Sincerely, Mr. Fred Reinero 2371 Valleywood Drive San Bruno, California 94066 Se SC Bill’s Better Buys aod) Brake Adjustment 1.88 WIDE OVAL TIRES 13” RAISED WHITE LETTERS AVAILABLE NOW. RECAPPING SERVICE PLAZA TIRE CO., INC. BEHIND SPD 265-4642 costume. The men attired in white trousers and straw hats stood nearby who were to lead the horses and those that were to hold the ropes in the rear that served as brakes. There were last minute touches put to important decorations, These floats were elaborate and numerous, no quick shoddy jobs put together to fill up space. Merchants and organizations gave their best efforts to have a superior display. The Grand Marshall led the parade, dressed in white, wearing a helmet-like hat with a plume along the crest. He sat high on an admirable stallion, adorned with glistening trappings and the usual decorative accoutrements. It takes old timers to remember Dr. Carl Jones, but as I look back there never will be a Grand Marshall: such as he. The main band followed and then the Goddess of Liberty-always on a white float and ‘49’ alignment taken under consideration Sacramento A _ controlled access alignment for 1.4 miles of Route 49 south of North San Juan, Nevada County, was taken under consideration by the California Highway Commission at a business meeting in Sacramento. In recommending the action, James A, Moe, state director of public works, said the proposed alignment would replace a 1.9 mile section of narrow, twisting highway between 5.6 miles south of North San Juan and Tyler-Foote Crossing Road. The routing under consideration generally follows the corridor of the existing highway except for a short section from south of Shady Creek to north of French Corral Creek Road, Between these limits it swings west of the highway to eliminate a half mile of looping, outof -direction travel. It is a slightly modified version of the alignment identified as "Hl" at the public hearing conducted by the Division of Highways in North San Juan on Sept. 30,1971. This alignment has been endorsed by the Nevada County Board of Supervisors, the Nevada County Planning Commission, and the local citizens who spoke at the public hearing, The commission requested State Highway Engineer R.J, Datel to ask the county Board of Supervisors if it wishes the commission itself to hold a public hearing on the matter. Plans of the Division of Highways call for the construction of a two-lane, 32 foot wide highway on the new and improved alignment at an estimated cost of $900,000, including rights of way. The start of construction will ;depend upon the availability of future state highway funds. draped with the American flag --the prettiest girl in town. Before the days of sun lotion, many a beauty ended up with a case of sunburn that even put one Goddess in the hospital. There were always three or four bands and the parade was a lively, enthusiastic affair bursting with the patriotism of the participants as well as the spectators. When the parade was over, we usually went down the main street, firecrackers bursting all around and boys deliberately stepping on torpedos right at your heels--scarey but fun. This was all stopped when a girl lost an eye from a carelessly thrown firecracker. But in those days on the Fourth of July we lived dangerously. Afterwards, home to a large yard shaded by elm trees, for the big spread that was always the same--cold chicken, potatoe salad, homemade ice cream packed in the old-fashioned freezer with ice and rock salt, covered by a burlap sack, and a wooden case with 24 bottles of every flavor of soda water. The fireman always staged a water fight in the afternoon, dressed in their black oil skin slickers and hats. Occasionally, the pressure would increase, they'd lose their aim and the crowd would get sprayed. No swimming pools then, and this was the closest we came to being cool on those hot July afternoons. The tug-of-war followed, but this was an anti-climax to the water fight so we drifted to the firehouse and then back onhome to wait for the fireworks, All the aunts, uncles, cousins were engaging in the usual talk fest and making preparations for supper. Afterwards came the crowning glory of it all-rockets shooting up from your very own yard, watching safely from a distance protected by the reasuring nearness of your father. The Fourth of July was a day to be anticipated, enjoyed and remembered. Funds granted for left-turn lanes on ‘49’ Sacramento The funds required for a Réute 49 traffic safety project at a rural site in Nevada County were allocated by the California Highway Commission during a business meeting held in Sacramento. A left turn storage lane will be provided for both directions of travel at the two-lane highway's intersection with Stockton Hill Mine Road (Nevada County Road 143L), The intersection is approximately eight miles south of Grass Valley. The new facility is designed to overcome conflict that sometimes occurs’ there between through traffic and drivers intent on making left turns from the highway onto the county road. The California Division of Highways estimates the work will cost $16,000, Park and Florence Vannacore, Barbara Lawrence, Ginny Ham‘mond, Mary Thompson and Janice Frawley of the Cedar Ridge Peardale, Chicago Park area join other members of the Welcom Wagon Club at Donnie -Liebrecht's house four days a week, They are making 5,000 flowers, surf boards: and leis for the Malihini Luau on July 8 at the Veterans Hall in Grass Valley. "Malihini' means welcome in Hawaiian. Proceeds from the sales will be used for the Nevada County Workshop on Idaho-Maryland Road. This year ‘they are hoping to pay off the mortgage. Two round trip tickets to Hawaii will be awarded. Irene Boucher, Florence Vannacore's sister from Rhode Island is coming as is a brother from Lucerne. Florence will have at least 10 other out-oftown guests. * * * The Nevada County Headstart Program is underway with registration of five and six yearolds, entering school for the first time. The Headstart program is geared for families of low-income. Children will learn the Basic concepts of colors, shapes and numbers, Transportation will be provided and they will have a morning snack and a balanced lunch. Field trips are an important part of the program. Mr, Gillette of the Continuation School has donated the Empire School building for the six week session, starting July 5. Director Irene Pharis said they need persons who will volunteer services in working with the children as drivers, teachers aides and a cook's helper. For information call 273-0247, 273-4860 or 292-3358. * * * Mrs. Jean Pearson, known as the "fishing schoolteacher" because of her great love of fishing, is attending a seminar at Lake Tahoe this week. Jean and her husband, Clarence, live on the Pearson Ranch at You Bet. * * * Merle Peterson of Red Dog Road, Margaret Oldenburg of Bear River Pines and Pat Lundberg of Cedar Ridge attended the A, A, U. W. meeting at Sidney Strand's home in Goodyear Bar for the last book section meeting of the year. Margaret is president of the group; first vice-president is Norma Jones; second vice president is Jeanne O'Connell; recording secretary is Alice Snell; corresponding secretary is Pat Lundberg; and treasurer is Jean Jones. * * * Mrs, Irna Mildred and Mrs. Donna Hunt took their children on a ''mini-vacation" to Sierra College recently. Astronomy classes are being held for families to acquaint them with the mysteries of the solar system. * Ok O* Louise and Rudy Dittl will be flying south to her 30-year class reunion at Anaheim High School, . July 8, Others will be therefrom Cedar Ridge-Chicago news By Santa Fe Ryan Peardale as far away as Guam, Europe and the Philippines. Recently Lucille visited with former residents of Cedar Ridge, Louise and Joe Gomes, who were foster parents here for nearly 30 years. They will be remembered by friends for their work with retarded children. The Gomes' moved to Sacramento, to retire, but once again have a family of seven children. Said Mrs, Gomes, "Retire when there are children that need you?" * * * Members of the Ophir Fill Fire Department are participating with other fire departments in an 18-hour course in procedures and techniques for fire fighters. Logan Knox, training officer for Ophir Hill Fire Department, said the men worked out at the Telephone Co. building on Tuesday evening. They learned ways of handling equipment, removing victims and handling charged lines on ladders. Lou Mecartea said this is the second such course given in the Nevada county area, The men attended 3 hours a night for six nights. Last Thursday and Friday they met at the Gold Flat Firehouse. On Friday they had a critique in preparation for receiving their certificates to be issued by the state. * * * "Chick" Cicogni, of Hills Flat Lumber, recently saved the day for the Cubs of Pack #40, when they had their circus. Unable to get the services of a clown, . the cubs were concerned over the success of their circus, Chick heard about it, showed up in full clown costume and did an impromtu act. He really made a professional appearance and delighted the audience. * * O* The Golden Empire Flying Club met at Nevada County Air Park for a potluck picnic and meeting on Thursday. John McLachlin announced a fly-in to Marysville on Saturday and Sunday for the ''Air Expo,"" Members who attended enjoyed the sky-divers and antique air craft. Highway work off five days All highway construction on such major routes as U.S, 50, Interstate 80, Highwasys 49 and 160 which could interfere with holiday traffic will be suspended for five days over the 4th of July holiday, state highway officials said today. Construction equipment will be off the roadways in project area from Friday, June 30, through Tuesday, July 4. This will clear construction zones and provide for a maximum flow of traffic. Camping equipment is in demand. Sell your nolonger-used items with a Classified Ad!

4 The Nevada County Nugget “Wednesday, June 28, 1972 Glorious old fashion 4th by WINIFRED TYRRELL RHODES Of all my childhood memories the Fourth of July celebration was the best. Unbelieveably so, it was more exciting even than Christmas. For one thing, the fun started in the early morning and lasted all through the day into the evening. This event was so important that farmers who brought their families into town only twice a year, chose the Fourth as one of the days to hitch up the wagon and come from as far away as Penn Valley and Chicago Park. The whole town buzzed for weeks ahead in preparation for the big event. The red, white, and blue bunting decorated every. store. All of the main part of town was festooned with garlands and flags. Wooden stands at spaced intervals were set up to sell fireworks. The parade started as always at 10 A.M. but the day began much earlier. The large horse drawn floats had to be in their places--those riding dressed in he Public : PulsePublic Pulse June 18,1972 Dear Sirs: Thank you very much for send. ing the back issues of the Nugget with the story of the CITY OF SIX. I appreciate your kind help very much. I enjoyed the story. I look forward to receiving your wonderful paper every Friday morning. I love Nevada County and your newspaper keeps me informed with the latest things happening in your County. Thank you all again for your help in getting the story of the CITY OF SIX. Sincerely, Mr. Fred Reinero 2371 Valleywood Drive San Bruno, California 94066 Se SC Bill’s Better Buys aod) Brake Adjustment 1.88 WIDE OVAL TIRES 13” RAISED WHITE LETTERS AVAILABLE NOW. RECAPPING SERVICE PLAZA TIRE CO., INC. BEHIND SPD 265-4642 costume. The men attired in white trousers and straw hats stood nearby who were to lead the horses and those that were to hold the ropes in the rear that served as brakes. There were last minute touches put to important decorations, These floats were elaborate and numerous, no quick shoddy jobs put together to fill up space. Merchants and organizations gave their best efforts to have a superior display. The Grand Marshall led the parade, dressed in white, wearing a helmet-like hat with a plume along the crest. He sat high on an admirable stallion, adorned with glistening trappings and the usual decorative accoutrements. It takes old timers to remember Dr. Carl Jones, but as I look back there never will be a Grand Marshall: such as he. The main band followed and then the Goddess of Liberty-always on a white float and ‘49’ alignment taken under consideration Sacramento A _ controlled access alignment for 1.4 miles of Route 49 south of North San Juan, Nevada County, was taken under consideration by the California Highway Commission at a business meeting in Sacramento. In recommending the action, James A, Moe, state director of public works, said the proposed alignment would replace a 1.9 mile section of narrow, twisting highway between 5.6 miles south of North San Juan and Tyler-Foote Crossing Road. The routing under consideration generally follows the corridor of the existing highway except for a short section from south of Shady Creek to north of French Corral Creek Road, Between these limits it swings west of the highway to eliminate a half mile of looping, outof -direction travel. It is a slightly modified version of the alignment identified as "Hl" at the public hearing conducted by the Division of Highways in North San Juan on Sept. 30,1971. This alignment has been endorsed by the Nevada County Board of Supervisors, the Nevada County Planning Commission, and the local citizens who spoke at the public hearing, The commission requested State Highway Engineer R.J, Datel to ask the county Board of Supervisors if it wishes the commission itself to hold a public hearing on the matter. Plans of the Division of Highways call for the construction of a two-lane, 32 foot wide highway on the new and improved alignment at an estimated cost of $900,000, including rights of way. The start of construction will ;depend upon the availability of future state highway funds. draped with the American flag --the prettiest girl in town. Before the days of sun lotion, many a beauty ended up with a case of sunburn that even put one Goddess in the hospital. There were always three or four bands and the parade was a lively, enthusiastic affair bursting with the patriotism of the participants as well as the spectators. When the parade was over, we usually went down the main street, firecrackers bursting all around and boys deliberately stepping on torpedos right at your heels--scarey but fun. This was all stopped when a girl lost an eye from a carelessly thrown firecracker. But in those days on the Fourth of July we lived dangerously. Afterwards, home to a large yard shaded by elm trees, for the big spread that was always the same--cold chicken, potatoe salad, homemade ice cream packed in the old-fashioned freezer with ice and rock salt, covered by a burlap sack, and a wooden case with 24 bottles of every flavor of soda water. The fireman always staged a water fight in the afternoon, dressed in their black oil skin slickers and hats. Occasionally, the pressure would increase, they'd lose their aim and the crowd would get sprayed. No swimming pools then, and this

was the closest we came to being cool on those hot July afternoons. The tug-of-war followed, but this was an anti-climax to the water fight so we drifted to the firehouse and then back onhome to wait for the fireworks, All the aunts, uncles, cousins were engaging in the usual talk fest and making preparations for supper. Afterwards came the crowning glory of it all-rockets shooting up from your very own yard, watching safely from a distance protected by the reasuring nearness of your father. The Fourth of July was a day to be anticipated, enjoyed and remembered. Funds granted for left-turn lanes on ‘49’ Sacramento The funds required for a Réute 49 traffic safety project at a rural site in Nevada County were allocated by the California Highway Commission during a business meeting held in Sacramento. A left turn storage lane will be provided for both directions of travel at the two-lane highway's intersection with Stockton Hill Mine Road (Nevada County Road 143L), The intersection is approximately eight miles south of Grass Valley. The new facility is designed to overcome conflict that sometimes occurs’ there between through traffic and drivers intent on making left turns from the highway onto the county road. The California Division of Highways estimates the work will cost $16,000, Park and Florence Vannacore, Barbara Lawrence, Ginny Ham‘mond, Mary Thompson and Janice Frawley of the Cedar Ridge Peardale, Chicago Park area join other members of the Welcom Wagon Club at Donnie -Liebrecht's house four days a week, They are making 5,000 flowers, surf boards: and leis for the Malihini Luau on July 8 at the Veterans Hall in Grass Valley. "Malihini' means welcome in Hawaiian. Proceeds from the sales will be used for the Nevada County Workshop on Idaho-Maryland Road. This year ‘they are hoping to pay off the mortgage. Two round trip tickets to Hawaii will be awarded. Irene Boucher, Florence Vannacore's sister from Rhode Island is coming as is a brother from Lucerne. Florence will have at least 10 other out-oftown guests. * * * The Nevada County Headstart Program is underway with registration of five and six yearolds, entering school for the first time. The Headstart program is geared for families of low-income. Children will learn the Basic concepts of colors, shapes and numbers, Transportation will be provided and they will have a morning snack and a balanced lunch. Field trips are an important part of the program. Mr, Gillette of the Continuation School has donated the Empire School building for the six week session, starting July 5. Director Irene Pharis said they need persons who will volunteer services in working with the children as drivers, teachers aides and a cook's helper. For information call 273-0247, 273-4860 or 292-3358. * * * Mrs. Jean Pearson, known as the "fishing schoolteacher" because of her great love of fishing, is attending a seminar at Lake Tahoe this week. Jean and her husband, Clarence, live on the Pearson Ranch at You Bet. * * * Merle Peterson of Red Dog Road, Margaret Oldenburg of Bear River Pines and Pat Lundberg of Cedar Ridge attended the A, A, U. W. meeting at Sidney Strand's home in Goodyear Bar for the last book section meeting of the year. Margaret is president of the group; first vice-president is Norma Jones; second vice president is Jeanne O'Connell; recording secretary is Alice Snell; corresponding secretary is Pat Lundberg; and treasurer is Jean Jones. * * * Mrs, Irna Mildred and Mrs. Donna Hunt took their children on a ''mini-vacation" to Sierra College recently. Astronomy classes are being held for families to acquaint them with the mysteries of the solar system. * Ok O* Louise and Rudy Dittl will be flying south to her 30-year class reunion at Anaheim High School, . July 8, Others will be therefrom Cedar Ridge-Chicago news By Santa Fe Ryan Peardale as far away as Guam, Europe and the Philippines. Recently Lucille visited with former residents of Cedar Ridge, Louise and Joe Gomes, who were foster parents here for nearly 30 years. They will be remembered by friends for their work with retarded children. The Gomes' moved to Sacramento, to retire, but once again have a family of seven children. Said Mrs, Gomes, "Retire when there are children that need you?" * * * Members of the Ophir Fill Fire Department are participating with other fire departments in an 18-hour course in procedures and techniques for fire fighters. Logan Knox, training officer for Ophir Hill Fire Department, said the men worked out at the Telephone Co. building on Tuesday evening. They learned ways of handling equipment, removing victims and handling charged lines on ladders. Lou Mecartea said this is the second such course given in the Nevada county area, The men attended 3 hours a night for six nights. Last Thursday and Friday they met at the Gold Flat Firehouse. On Friday they had a critique in preparation for receiving their certificates to be issued by the state. * * * "Chick" Cicogni, of Hills Flat Lumber, recently saved the day for the Cubs of Pack #40, when they had their circus. Unable to get the services of a clown, .. the cubs were concerned over the success of their circus, Chick heard about it, showed up in full clown costume and did an impromtu act. He really made a professional appearance and delighted the audience. * * O* The Golden Empire Flying Club met at Nevada County Air Park for a potluck picnic and meeting on Thursday. John McLachlin announced a fly-in to Marysville on Saturday and Sunday for the ''Air Expo,"" Members who attended enjoyed the sky-divers and antique air craft. Highway work off five days All highway construction on such major routes as U.S, 50, Interstate 80, Highwasys 49 and 160 which could interfere with holiday traffic will be suspended for five days over the 4th of July holiday, state highway officials said today. Construction equipment will be off the roadways in project area from Friday, June 30, through Tuesday, July 4. This will clear construction zones and provide for a maximum flow of traffic. Camping equipment is in demand. Sell your nolonger-used items with a Classified Ad!