Past Pages for Friday, Sept. 9, 2016

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Past Pages for Friday, Sept. 9, 2016





















150 Years Ago“Butte” peach: In 1852 a lady visited Marysville and procured a few large peaches preserving the pits. They were planted on the ranch of G. W. Brooks, near Bidwell Bar. Some of the trees from these were transferred to the ranch of J. M. Burt. The name “Butte” was bestowed upon them and taken particular pride in having them. Two of them fell into the hands of the lady who had furnished the pits for planting and after 14 years, she recognized them. This is pretty good evidence that both the lady and the peaches have excellent taste.  …
Source: Past Pages for Friday, Sept. 9, 2016