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Show Other events and dates also point to the rising wealth and stature of the James Harbertson and his family. In 1902, James Harbertson was able to afford, as quoted from the Davis County Clipper, "a very fine stable and barn combined, 22 x 62. It would be hard to find anything to compare with it in the county. The barn is covered with rustic shingles and the stable is made mostly of rock. Mr. Harbertson and son are doing the work."lO Although the barn has been razed, it does well to present James Harbertson's financial situation and his assets in comparison to others in the area. In 1899, James Harbertson went so far as to sell 80 acres of his farm in two 40 acre parcels. He was quoted as saying that he sold the land so that others might have the "chance to buy a farm."ll In 1907 he sold yet more land to his nephew Parley. The most obvious and telling signs of his wealth are the additions to his home in 1904 and 1910. Not only did they increase the size of his home, but they also introduced architecture and Victorian styling to the otherwise folk building. Interestingly it seems that the light colored sandstone from Peterson that Harbertson used in the 1904 addition was probably remnants from the completed contract for the hotel and amusement hall in Peterson. The Harbertson home was also one of the first residences in the area to receive Bell telephone service in 1906.12 The impact of James Harbertson' s work goes beyond building residences and structures for individuals. The two canning factories, in particular, were economic staples for the area and their completion and annual operation were much anticipated. Today the area still boasts a lively 10 "South Weber Items," The Davis County Clipper, 17 January 1902. 11 "South Weber Items," The Davis County Clipper, 17 January 1902. 12 "South Weber Items," The Davis County Clipper, 25 May 1906. |
