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An Interior view of Forsyth's Packing House. During packing season 50 men are employed as well as the box makers. There is one superintendent, over 4 as well as the 70 women and girls employed in the packing department.

Col. William Forsyth purchased 160 acres about 4 miles northeast of Fresno in 1883. He had a rough start but by 1889 they were packaging 7,000 20 pound boxes of raisins a year. They also produced figs.

Forsyth Building is completely destroyed by Fire, loss million read the headline in the 20 March 1921, Fresno Morning Republican newspaper. The fire chief characterized the event as the biggest fire in the history of Fresno. A conservative estimate…

Forest Leo Rayborn (See #343 in for halftone duplicate)

Coalinga Oil Carnival held October 15 and 16, 1913.

Footman Ranch barn, Raymond Est. 1889

Established in 1915. Black background with blue borders. On the left side, whole and half tomatoes with leaves and blossoms. On the right, yellow tag with brand name in blue letters. Torn edges and corners. 13 x 5 inches

Football practice takes place at Mineral King Bowl in Visalia, CA. The team and player names, as well as the date, are unknown.

Football players from Strathmore Union High School and Exeter High School, both in Tulare County, CA, mix it up football game, probably about 1940. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Baird)