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- Judith Leslie-Thomas '2001-2002
Professor William Payne had tremendous impact
on Allensworth development, particularly its education system. He
left
Allensworth in the early 20's and continued his great educational
career in
Imperial County.
photo courtesy of Fred Thomas, III
(c) 1996-2002
Like the Colonel and many other Allensworth pioneers, Professor Payne
and his wife, are bured at Angelus-Rosedale cemetary located in Los
Angeles
(Normandie Ave. & Washington St.).
The dynamic Oscar Overr seen in military attire became Allensworth's
greatest landowner and was responsible for marketing Allensworth and
its promises
to those seeking a better life.
Ranger Phil Hill making his rounds and taking time for a snack.
