An advertising letter for 800 acres of land in San Fernando Valley from R.P. Shea and H.F. LaGrange in Los Angeles, California to an unknown recipient. 23 March 1917.
An advertising letter for 800 acres of land in San Fernando Valley from R.P. Shea and H.F. LaGrange in Los Angeles, California to an unknown recipient. 23 March 1917.
Entry/Object ID
2017.41.1.1305
Description
An advertising letter for 800 acres of land in San Fernando Valley from R.P. Shea and H.F. LaGrange in Los Angeles, California to an unknown recipient. 23 March 1917. A typed letter on a letterhead for R.P. Shea. The authors state that 800 acres of land at Encino Rancho remain for sale. The authors explain that the land is close to the city of Van Nuys; has rich soil; can be used for growing alfalfa, lima beans, and walnuts; and is priced from $375 to $400 per acre. The authors state that the recipient will receive a 7.5% commission if he sells the land and handles his own clients, or a 5% commission if the authors' office handles the clients. With creases, a rust stain, minor foxing, and discoloration, the object is in good condition overall.
