1933: T.C. Archer Turkey Farm

The agricultural roots of the San Fernando Valley are well known.  Many small farms dotted the landscape right up until the 1950's.

But today, in honor of Thanksgiving, I want to remember one particular operation:  T.C. Archer's turkey farm, which was formerly located on the corner of Ventura Blvd. and Spence Ave., across the street from Poquito Mas.
 
 

We don't know what happened to the T.C. Archer's farm.  But we do know that many of those turkeys probably ended up on Thanksgiving tables.  And we know exactly where his 1 acre site was located.



We also know in place of Archer's turkey farm there is a 7-11 and several other small businesses, including Taste of India, one of my favorite restaurants.  And speaking of food...

 

...our turkey is almost done so I got to go.  See you around the neighborhood.

Happy Thanksgiving!  -  Jeff