Land in the area is covered in peat, in places up to 3 feet thick. In 1928 there was a fire which lasted a year. First major peat fire of the year burned for 3 days, consuming 40 acres. In the past, peat fires have burned for months before they were finally extinguished by heavy blankets of snow in the winter. A peat fire encroaching on 12 residences at Pasadena and Sunset Blvd.
Firemen stand by to protect the endangered homes.
This situation continued util 1950 when the area was built up with homes and factories. At times the fires even traveled under the paved nine mile and Wyoming roads. Several years ago more women than men attended meetings. But the men lighted up their pipes and cigars and created such a smoke screen that the women couldn't stand it. If we clear out the atmosphere maybe the women will come back.