NEWBERRY . . . . OASIS

1962 

NEWBERRY . . . Oasis of the Mojave!  They called it “Water” before they called it “Newberry” for here the ancient wagon trains found their first water point in the desert after leaving the Colorado River.  Within the sweeping 225 square miles of the Newberry Valley ample water today spells out the promise of unlimited potentials of future development.  Wells with an average static water level of 30 ft. produce as much as 2700 gallons per minute from levels of 100-200 feet. 

Large areas of land at reasonable prices, with transportation facilities of railroads, excellent highways and a nearby airport, await the coming of men whose eyes are turned toward tomorrow and whose dreams are directed towards progress.  The land awaits the farmer…for in this beautiful valley any crop not susceptible to frost, fruit trees and grapes can be grown successfully.  Already 1¾ acres of hot houses have produced 100,000 lbs. of top grade tomatoes annually.  The mild climate is excellent for turkey and chicken raising. 

There is increasing progress in cattle raising and dairying.  A 251-day growing season yields small grains and six cuttings of alfalfa a year.  Land is available at $125 to $500 per acre.  Rentals as well as sale property may be had.  The land awaits the miner…rocks and gem stones of almost every geological age and type may be found as well as many mineral deposits.  Inerto Co., Santa Fe, National Lead Corp. Zenith Chemical Company has quarries and mining interests in the valley and surrounding mountains.  Hard rock is mined and crushed for beautifully colored terrazzo floors and roofing.  The land awaits the traveler…for in the canyons and mountains wonders of scenic beauty…paradise for “rockhounds” and collectors of gems and semi-precious stones for those who would make their camps beneath the stars. 

With a valley population of some 1,550 the town of Newberry, 18 miles east of Barstow on Highway 66, has a beautiful elementary school, tow churches, tow stores, four cafes, five service stations, one garage, four motels, three real estate brokers, one barber shop and one machine shop, natural gas, electricity, telephone and Greyhound bus service.  The Chamber of Commerce, Farm Bureau, Community Center Group, PTA, 4-H and Scout troops provide civic and social activities.  Community spirit is the trademark of Newberry.  

Donated to Newberry by Robert S. Goodman, Realtor.

Mojave Valley Chamber of Commerce, 1962