Today In SCV History: July 30, 1921 - Placerita Canyon House Torched For 'Trailin' Movie img:is([sizes="auto" i], [sizes^="auto," i]) { contain-intrinsic-size: 3000px 1500px } Today In SCV History: July 30, 1921
Today In SCV History: July 30, 1921 - Placerita Canyon House Torched For 'Trailin' Movie
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Today In SCV History: July 30, 1921
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Date: 07/30/2026 10:30am
Article Summary:
**Today in SCV History: Placerita Canyon House Burned for 1921 Silent Western *Trailin’***
On July 30, 1921, a William Fox Studios film crew set fire to a two-story house on the Wertz Ranch in Placerita Canyon to film a climactic scene for the silent Western “Trailin’,” starring Tom Mix. Fire safety crews were stationed on-site due to wildfire concerns, highlighting early filmmaking precautions in the area. The production underscores Placerita Canyon’s long-standing ties to Hollywood, dating back to the silent film era.
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Date: 07/30/2026 10:30am
Article Summary:
**Today in SCV History: Placerita Canyon House Burned for 1921 Silent Western *Trailin’***
On July 30, 1921, a William Fox Studios film crew set fire to a two-story house on the Wertz Ranch in Placerita Canyon to film a climactic scene for the silent Western “Trailin’,” starring Tom Mix. Fire safety crews were stationed on-site due to wildfire concerns, highlighting early filmmaking precautions in the area. The production underscores Placerita Canyon’s long-standing ties to Hollywood, dating back to the silent film era.
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