Sonoma County’s Agricultural Promise
One of the most beautiful valleys in all California lies along the line of the California Northwestern Railway, and it is also one of the most productive. It has always an abundant supply of water, and no irrigation is needed. It was once thought that it would not raise citrus fruits, but one needs only to witness the exhibits of the citrus fair, held annually at Cloverdale, to be assured to the contrary. Sonoma County's oranges are now becoming well known. No better citrus fruits are produced anywhere in the state. The land is also adapted to a large variety of products. The California Northwestern Railway Company is a great factor in developing this section; and its line is still extending northward into the mountains and forests of Mendocino County, on the way to Eureka.