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Description
Oral interview with Irma Cline, birthdate unknown, born in El Segundo, California, resident of Lone Pine/souther Inyo County. Includes stories surrounding the history and culture of southern Inyo County and eastern Kern County. Also information about local mining and industry such as mining claims at Last Chance Canyon, and growing up near the plant of Natural Soda Products, daily life in the towns surrounding Owens Lake, including Olancha and Keeler. Stories about decline of the Owens Lake caused by Los Angeles Department of Water and Power water diversion, resulting in serious air quality issues for residents of southern Inyo County.
Deserts California--Social life and customs--20th century Deserts--California, Eastern Forests and forestry--California Forests and forestrty Mines and mineral resources Manzanar War Relocation Center Mineral industries Mines and mineral resources--California Water--California Water-supply--California Los Angeles (Calif.). Dept. of Water and Power
Place
California, Eastern Los Angeles Aqueduct (Calif.)
Provenance
Eastern California Museum California Revealed is supported by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
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