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Postcard showing artesian well near Las Vegas, March 6, 1920, Back

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Artesian well located approximately 4 (four) miles from Las Vegas, on a ranch. Water was used for irrigation.

Transcribed Notes: Handwritten on back of postcard: "March 6, 1920 This is a well 4 miles from Las Vegas. the valve could be opened wide but it is regulated to let out just enough water for irrigating this is the best well in valley. sure some pressure they first drill down and case the hole and have a gusher water well. the man that owns this ranch has one of the finest in this sections Mr. Russell from Ohio."

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hln000483-002

Physical Identifier

0339:0045a
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    University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Libraries

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