"All You Have To Do Is Irrigate"

These were the magic words coaxing a determined group of "modern day" Southwest Arizona Homestead pioneers to the Yuma Mesa in 1948 and 1952.

Armed with little more than their dreams, these stalwart families invested their blood, sweat and tears into transforming their 140 acres of sun baked Southwest Arizona sand into fertile farmland.

This fascinating collection preserves a snapshot of the lives of these little known Southwest Arizona homesteading heroes. In fact, it may surprise you to know many of the hardships they endured rival those of 19th century homesteaders.

"Yuma Mesa Homesteaders 1948 and 1952 - Imagine Living Without Electricity or Plumbing. The Yuma Mesa Homesteads were only a short 7 or 8 miles from Town, but they lived in Rural Conditions...Some for Years. Find out How Some of These Homesteaders Fought the Local Electric Company and the United States Government and Won!"

 

Though many original homesteader stories are lost forever, this in-depth history is both a testament and a legacy to those who follow today, with its colorful patchwork of precious first-hand accounts.

Spanning the events of "real life", from heartbreaking to humorous, the homesteader stories and photos gleaned from a gathering of Yuma Mesa Homestead survivors is a fascinating read.

Anyone who values the rich historical perspective of rural life will agree; don't let their history be forgotten. Between these covers is a timeless message for all of us.

From homesteader grandchildren, to rural life historians and genealogists...let the voices of the past speak to you today.

Author : Debra Trigg Conrad

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