You are here

1900s - Corralling Rabbits

Details
Title

1900s - Corralling Rabbits

Description

"A History of Burbank" states that "Jack rabbits were plentiful in the valley and destroyed many crops. The ranchers would get together periodically to roujnd up the rabbits in much the same manner as cowboys round up cattle. After the rabbits were 'corralled,' they were shot." Back of photo is stamped "This photograph is furnished on condition that whenever it is used credit will be given to Historical Collections: Security First National Bank." This image came from a collection of images donated by the Delores Palmer Estate. She was a BUSD employee for many years and authored the book "A History of Burbank."

Address

Burbank, CA

Subject
  • Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.)
  • San Fernando Valley
  • Farming
  • Agriculture
  • Rabbits
  • Pests -- Extermination
  • 1900s
Format

8x9 b&w print

Rights

Burbank Public Library, Burbank in Focus Office

Identifier

pub00179

Physical copy held by

Burbank Public Library, Burbank in Focus Office

MODS XML metadata • Dublin Core XML metadata