Newton T. Bass

Newton T. Bass (1902[1]–1983), was a prolific oil executive and the founder of Apple Valley, California, United States. He and partner Bernard "Bud" Westlund owned Apple Valley Ranchos Land Development Co. Begun in 1946, the company was the beginning of the development that became the incorporated Town of Apple Valley, CA.

Early life

Bass was born in South Dakota and grew up on an indian reservation.[1]

Oil career

Bass was an executive with numerous oil firms including Hobbs Petroleum, Loma Verde Oil Company and Riviera Petroleum company.[2]

Land developer

Newton T. Bass was also involved in the development of the Hollywood Riviera Section of the City of Torrance in the early 1930s.

Residence

His hilltop home in Apple Valley had architectural significance and was one of the scenes of the Perry Mason TV episode, "The Case of the Roving River."

Legacy

The following public structures are named for Bass:

Further reading

References
  1. Grobaty, Tim. "Country Club house was the home of Apple Valley's founder". Long Beach Post. Retrieved 25 February 2020.
  2. California Oil World Directory. Petroleum Publishers, Incorporated. 1938. pp. 43, 50, 66.
  3. "Apple Valley Newton T. Bass Branch Library". San Bernardino County. Retrieved 25 February 2020.


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