DT Data Page #: 491

Newspaper: Humboldt Times

Newspaper Date: 11/20/1959

Page #: 6

Item Type: Negotiate

Place: Frank Clarke ranch Laytonville Branscomb

Text: The Union Lumber Company is negotiating to purchase the historic 5,457-acre Frank Clarke ranch between Laytonville and Branscomb. They are to buy it from Miss Ceicle Clarke and Mrs. Frank Clarke - the ranch is worth several million. Most of the timber is virgin and Frank was opposed to cutting of the timber during his lifetime. The ranch was known as the finest sheep ranch in the state. He raised a French brand of sheep on the ranch.

Key Words: Union Lumber Company, Negotiating Purchase, Frank Clarke Ranch, Miss Ceicle Clarke

Microfilm Call # : MF 10