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Maricopa,CA - Kern County - c1905 - Street Scene Photograph :

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Photographic Images Start Price:75.00 USD Estimated At:150.00 - 300.00 USD
Maricopa,CA - Kern County - c1905 - Street Scene Photograph :
In 1910, Maricopa produced one of the largest single oil producing wells in history. Photograph measures 8.5"x6.5", single matte with minor wear on corners 11"x9", and focus is very sharp with high contrast. Photographer not identified. The clarity in this photograph is remarkable. The central business featured in this photograph is Torpey and Mosher Co. Inc. General Merchandise. Advertisements for Ladies' & Children Furnishings and Hardware, Paints, Oils, and Gasoline are displayed to the left and right of the General Merchandise sign. Office of Maricopa Water Co. Is also displayed. Nine men pose for the photo and their distinctive facial features can be readily discerned. Maricopa is located 6.5 miles southeast of Taft.