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The History of George Pusch and Steam Pump Ranch

An Interview with Henry “Hank” G. Zipf – Grandson of George and Mathilda Pusch
Collage Mathilda and Henry Pusch

Mathilda Pusch              Hank G. Zipf

(son of Henry W. Zipf and Gertrude Pusch-Zipf)

Launch this video on our YouTube Channel for a listen as Hank reminisces about ranch life, Harold Bell Wright’s The Mine with the Iron Door (later filmed at Oracle’s Linda Vista Ranch), the Procter-Leiber families, and more—including a mention of film star Tom Mix!

Enjoy this unique glimpse into local history, family stories, and the ties between literature, film, and life in our region.