A letter from an unknown author to Mr. Norton in Los Angeles, California. 12 October 1914.
Entry/Object ID
2017.41.1.637
Description
A letter from an unknown author to Mr. Norton in Los Angeles, California. 12 October 1914.
A typed, 2 page letter draft in response to a postcard (object number 2017.41.1.629) requesting information on North Whittier Heights. A descriptive folder will be mailed under a separate cover letter. Unplanted land has been divided into 5 to 50 acres and costs $450 to $800 an acre. Several acres have been planted to oranges, lemons, grapefruit, and walnuts. This land is being divided into 5, 10, 15, and 20 acre tracts and costs $775 to $1025 an acre. The author lists some buyers so Mr. Norton can contact them regarding the merit of land and reputation of business. The letter is closed with an invitation to come out and see the property. There are several correction throughout.
The pages have been glued together in the top left corner, there are holes in the top left corner from a straight pin, and discoloration on the all sides. Page 1 also has damage on the bottom and Page 2 has a small tear on the right side. This object is in good condition overall.