Another image from Deep Well Ranch — this one includes identifications on the reverse, as well as the photographer’s notes on how he took the photo.
Another image from Deep Well Ranch — this one includes identifications on the reverse, as well as the photographer’s notes on how he took the photo.
Deep Well Ranch was purchased by Frank and Melba Bennett in 1930, they in turn transformed the ranch into a guest ranch for tourists.
ReplyDeleteThe Bennett’s were very much involved with Palm Springs, helping to establish the Desert Hospital, the Palm Springs Historical Society and the Chilld Developement Center. In the 1950’s they leased the ranch to a Boston developer who turned into a resort. Melba died in 1968 and Frank in 1972. In 1970 the ranch was sold and became an exclusive subdivision of homes. -Rj
Thanks for this — good to know!
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