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Albert Matthies, the only Arcadia police officer killed in the line of duty, was honored with a memorial plaque nearly 70 years after his murder. Photo.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper6595
Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
July 4, 1996
Pages
p. 8
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Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
July 4, 1996
Pages
p. 8
Subjects
Matthies, Albert E.
Crime and Criminals
Punishment
Item ID
6408AN
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Deborah Pierce, 29, discharged from the Arcadia Police Department for failure to meet probationary standards, has filed a sexual discrimination and harassment claim, alleging that officers watched pornographic videos while on duty.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper220
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
March 10, 1993
Pages
p. A-5
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Pasadena Star News
Date
March 10, 1993
Pages
p. A-5
Subjects
Pierce, Deborah
Police Department
Item ID
220AN
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A plaque in honor of Officer Albert E. Matthies, the only Arcadia police officer killed in the line of duty, will be dedicated by the Police Department on July 9th. Attending will be Officer Matthies' two daughters, Minnie Matthies and Zora Kristufek.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper6254
Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
July 4, 1996
Pages
p. 8
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Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
July 4, 1996
Pages
p. 8
Subjects
Crime and Criminals
Police
Matthies, Albert E.
Item ID
6079AN
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The Arcadia Police Department dedicated a memorial plaque to Albert E. Matthies, who was killed in the line of duty in 1927.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper6257
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
July 10, 1996
Pages
p. 1 photo
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
July 10, 1996
Pages
p. 1 photo
Subjects
Matthies, Albert E.
Police.
Item ID
6082AN
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James Dobson and Focus on the Family are discussed by former right-hand-man Gil Meogerle. Also see accompanying article about rise of Focus on the Family.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper9365
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
April 13, 1997
Pages
p. D-1 photos
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Pasadena Star News
Date
April 13, 1997
Pages
p. D-1 photos
Subjects
Focus on the Family
Dobson, James
Moegerle, Gil
Item ID
9320AN
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On February 20, 1997 Arcadia police officers responded to an emergency call in the 600 block of S. First Avenue regarding a stabbing in progress. A suspect was arrested and the victim transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper9173
Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
February 27, 1997
Pages
p. 7
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Sierra Madre News
Date
February 27, 1997
Pages
p. 7
Subjects
Crime and Criminals
Item ID
9127AN
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Newspaper Index
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Sergeant Randy Kirby was recently named "1995 Officer of the Year" by the Arcadia Police Officers Association. He is profiled.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper5703
Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
January 25, 1996
Pages
p. 9
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Sierra Madre News
Date
January 25, 1996
Pages
p. 9
Subjects
Kirby, Randy
Item ID
5554AN
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Ron Garner, 50, a deputy police chief in Beverly Hills with 24 years of police experience, has been named to head the Arcadia Police Department. He will lead a staff of 76 sworn officers and 26 civilian personnel.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper4472
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
February 1, 1995
Pages
p. A-3 photo
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Pasadena Star News
Date
February 1, 1995
Pages
p. A-3 photo
Subjects
Police - Garner, Ron
Item ID
4348AN
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A scam that tricks pager user into calling a high-toll phone number in the Virgin Islands is blitzing numbers in the area, including several Arcadia Police Department officers.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper6702
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
August 7, 1996
Pages
p. A-1
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
August 7, 1996
Pages
p. A-1
Subjects
Crime and Criminals
Item ID
6511AN
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The family of John Chan has filed a claim aagainst Arcadia and the police, saying officers' negligence led to his death. Chan died in a traffic accident in February.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper17094
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
July 22, 1999
Pages
p. A1
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Pasadena Star News
Date
July 22, 1999
Pages
p. A1
Subjects
Chan, John
Item ID
17517AN
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Jim Barrett of Arcadia is seen pruning a bonsai sculpture. The article discusses the challenge of bonsai as a hobby.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper9576
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
May 16, 1997
Pages
p. D1 w/ photos
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Pasadena Star News
Date
May 16, 1997
Pages
p. D1 w/ photos
Subjects
Barrett, Jim
Item ID
9531AN
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After months of negotiations, the Arcadia Police Relief Association has failed to find common ground with the City Council on a contract which expired Sept. 30th. Officers want to work 3 12-hour days, like the Pasadena Police Dept. does, as well as receive a 1.5% increase for overtime, pay for being on call, and for equipment. Officers have received a 25.3% pay increase over the last 3 years.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper4365
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
October 11, 1994
Pages
p. A-3
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
October 11, 1994
Pages
p. A-3
Subjects
Police
Item ID
4241AN
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The City Council will discuss reopening the Library on Fridays. Article quotes Kent Ross, City Librarian, discussing budget cuts to the Library.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper14210
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
June 9, 1998
Pages
p. A3
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
June 9, 1998
Pages
p. A3
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library, 1990 - 1999
Budget
Item ID
14786AN
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Article describes many of the float entries, including Arcadia's "Fresh Start" and the Arcadia High School "Apache" Marching Band. Photo.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper11862
Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
January 8, 1998
Pages
p. 1
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Sierra Madre News
Date
January 8, 1998
Pages
p. 1
Subjects
Tournament of Roses
Item ID
12063AN
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Arcadia Police Department's Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team responded to a Home Invasion Robbery in progress at a residence on South Third Ave.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper4523
Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
April 20, 1995
Pages
p. 15
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Sierra Madre News
Date
April 20, 1995
Pages
p. 15
Subjects
Crime and Criminals
Item ID
4399AN
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Ken Kuwahara grew up in Arcadia. The two things he has wanted to do for a living are to be a police officer and fly helicopters. Now he is in the unique position of being able to do both. Photo.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper13994
Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
May 28, 1998
Pages
p. 9
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Newspaper
Sierra Madre News
Date
May 28, 1998
Pages
p. 9
Subjects
Kuwahara, Ken
Police
Item ID
14555AN
Collection
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Arcadia has launched a $4.9 million expansion project. Article includes a photo of current facility and artist's rendering of building after remodel and expansion. Photo.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper4595
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
June 29, 1995
Pages
p. H-1 Hometown
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
June 29, 1995
Pages
p. H-1 Hometown
Subjects
Arcadia Public Library, 1990-1999
Item ID
4471AN
Collection
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The fate of Anoakia is discussed.

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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
December 2, 1999
Pages
p. A1 w/photo
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
December 2, 1999
Pages
p. A1 w/photo
Subjects
Anoakia
Item ID
18081AN
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The District Attorney's office is reviewing the case of an Arcadia Police Officer Mike Castro, who allegedly received $9000.00 from an elderly woman.

https://arcadiahistory.andornot.com/en/permalink/newspaper17174
Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
August 21, 1999
Pages
p. A3
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
August 21, 1999
Pages
p. A3
Subjects
Police
Item ID
17593AN
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Neal Johnson, 59, is stepping down as Police Chief after 38 years as an Arcadia police officer. He plans to work for an international security management company and open an office for the firm in Arcadia. He is also the national chairman for law enforcement sponsored Explorer Scouts.

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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
October 6, 1994
Pages
p. H-3 photo
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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
October 6, 1994
Pages
p. H-3 photo
Subjects
Johnson, Neal
Item ID
4242AN
Collection
Newspaper Index
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