One hundred years ago this week, the Humboldt Standard reported that David Ward of Ryan Slough Nurseries had purchased the former Bunderson ranch in Freshwater. “Ward expects to establish a nursery on his new property as well as keeping a few cows,” the Nov. 24, 1923 newspaper said. The Humboldt Standard went on to note […]
The Fortuna Rodeo sponsored by the Humboldt County Stockmen’s Association was wrapping up three days of activities 100 years ago this week. According to the Sept. 1, 1923 Humboldt Standard, a highlight of the last day of the rodeo was the bucking contest finals, with six contestants Slim Holder, Shorty Davis, Reckless […]