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Today In SCV History: June 14, 1916 - White Star Garage Purchased By Jesse Doty
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Today In SCV History: June 14, 1916
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Date: 06/14/2026 9:28am
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**Today in SCV History (June 14, 1916): Jesse Doty Purchases Newhall’s White Star Garage, Later Establishes Ford Dealership**
On June 14, 1916, Jesse W. Doty purchased Newhall’s White Star Garage from the estate of Arthur C. Atherton, a move that later led to the business becoming a Ford dealership serving the Santa Clarita Valley. After serving in World War I, Doty returned to rename it Doty’s Garage and expanded its role in the community, remaining active in local business and civic organizations for decades. The dealership eventually evolved into what became Magic Ford.
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Date: 06/14/2026 9:28am
Article Summary:
**Today in SCV History (June 14, 1916): Jesse Doty Purchases Newhall’s White Star Garage, Later Establishes Ford Dealership**
On June 14, 1916, Jesse W. Doty purchased Newhall’s White Star Garage from the estate of Arthur C. Atherton, a move that later led to the business becoming a Ford dealership serving the Santa Clarita Valley. After serving in World War I, Doty returned to rename it Doty’s Garage and expanded its role in the community, remaining active in local business and civic organizations for decades. The dealership eventually evolved into what became Magic Ford.
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