Historic American Buildings Survey report on the Yorba Orange Growers Association Packing House 1934-2000, bulk 2000

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Historic American Buildings Survey report on the Yorba Orange Growers Association Packing House 1934-2000, bulk 2000

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This Historic American Buildings Survey (HABS) report documents the Yorba Orange Growers Association Packing House in Anaheim, California with machinery in place, an important element for understanding the historical operation of such packing houses.

1.8 linear feet; (5 boxes)

eng,

University of California, Irvine. Library. Department of Special Collections

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SNAC Resource ID: 6661643

University of California, Irvine. Library. Department of Special Collections

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