1920s - Moreland Truck Factory

In 1917 Watt L. Moreland was planning to move his business to Alhambra, California. When Burbank city officials heard about this news they offered Moreland 25 acres of land free of cost, located on the corner of San Fernando Blvd. and Alameda Ave. The city of Burbank raised $25,000 to pay for the land, buildings were constructed and the truck company moved in. The factory was still surrounded by acres of farms. Due to wartime shortages the plant had to close in 1940. (Wikipedia)

Burbank, CA

Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.)
Buildings -- Commercial
Factories
Employees
Equipment -- Machines
Truck Assembly
1920s

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Burbank Public Library, Burbank in Focus Office

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Burbank Public Library, Burbank in Focus Office