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History:

Built by Hamburger family, original department store keepers at 8th and Broadway (Hill), predecessor of the first downtown May Company.

“One of four great Craftsman style houses built in the second decade of this century.” Wood brought in by Brush Canyon Pacific Electric Railroad. (Source: Dr. Sunny Simpson resident 04/05/96.)

Former owner Brubaker, executive of tire company, ran for LA City Council, member of Hollywood Freeway Commission.

1940 Census:
5770 Valley Oak Drive ( Rents): 1) Edward E. Newman, head of household; white married male 47 years of age; born in Nebraska; broker, real estate; earns $1,200. 2) Anna O. Newman, mother; white widow 79 years of age; born in Sweden; not working.