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Social Life and Customs

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1. In the good old days of Arcadia. Arcadia Bulletin 1904. 2. Sunday face for Arcadia. Los Angeles Daily Times March 31, 1909. 3. Queen made gift of elaborate gown by Becker's. (Margaret Dorsey) news clip 1933. 4. Dice once rolled when City slept. news clip, n.d. 5. Arcadia gets publicity.…
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1. In the good old days of Arcadia. Arcadia Bulletin 1904.
2. Sunday face for Arcadia. Los Angeles Daily Times March 31, 1909.
3. Queen made gift of elaborate gown by Becker's. (Margaret Dorsey) news clip 1933.
4. Dice once rolled when City slept. news clip, n.d.
5. Arcadia gets publicity. news clip from scrapbook of Alton Green circa 1927.
6. Cartoons and story with a sentence about Arcadia from Los Angeles Times April 18, 1909 p.1 of part II; story written by Harry C. Carr.
7. Information due to closing of Santa Anita from L.A. Daily Times March 31, 1909.
8. Copy of invitation to the Santa Anita Ball held February 23, 1936.
9. Street dance, band concert attract throng. Arcadia Journal August 12, 1925.
10. Margaret Dorsey, voted queen of the Arcadia Carnival of Progress. news clip 1934.
11. "Most exciting thing in the world - Beatles" article describing excitement of a Beatles concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Arcadia Tribune September 9, 1965.
12. Receipt for horse bailed out of pound. Arcadia May 11, 1923.
13. Worshippers to greet dawn. Article about Easter sunrise services in Arcadia. San Gabriel Valley Digest April 1930.
14. Cat owners compete in Arcadia during SGV Cat Fanciers show at Arcadia Masonic Lodge. Weekly Star, February 17, 2013.
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Social Life and Customs
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Santa Anita Park-People

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1. George Woolf, famous jockey of the 1930s. Arcadia Tribune news photo. August 16, 1973. 2. George Woolf. Arcadia Diamond Jubilee edition of the Pasadena Star News September 12, 1978. 3. Longden: a young 69. Los Angeles Times February 14, 1976. 4. A birthday cake that's long, long, Longde…
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1. George Woolf, famous jockey of the 1930s. Arcadia Tribune news photo. August 16, 1973.
2. George Woolf. Arcadia Diamond Jubilee edition of the Pasadena Star News September 12, 1978.
3. Longden: a young 69. Los Angeles Times February 14, 1976.
4. A birthday cake that's long, long, Longden. Arcadia Tribune February 11, 1979.
5. How sweet it was. Arcadia Tribune news photo February 18, 1979.
6. Another Longden finds success in racing. Los Angeles Times - circa early 1970s.
7. He grew up in the valley and now he's a star jockey at Santa Anita. Arcadia News-Post March 11, 1974. (Steve Valdez)
8. Cauthen wins praise in Santa Anita debut. Arcadia Tribune January 27, 1977.
9. Smothers sorts Santa Anita silks. (Frank Smothers) Arcadia Tribune October 21, 1976.
10. Mittie's work adds to track's pageantry. Arcadia Tribune October 14, 1976.
11. She keeps the jockey in bright colors. (Mittie Lovell) Arcadia News Post September 17, 1969.
12. Anita Weil Hanson retiring. news clip. n.d., circa May 1969.
13. Santa Anita's Anita (Anita Weil Hanson). Los Angeles Times May 19, 1969.
14. Miss Weil's 32 years on the job. Los Angeles Times February 11, 1969.
15. Santa Anita: city within a city. Westways, January 1960.
16. 5,000 lbs of paper used weekly in racing book. (Fred Trumpf). Arcadia Tribune February 26, 1978.
17. In the money (room) at Santa Anita. (John Detchemendy).Los Angeles Magazine February 1976.
18. Village smithy counterpart now working in Arcadia (Wally Rohrer). Arcadia News-Post April 6, 1971.
19. Hustling horses often a labor of love for agent (John Stillson). News clip January 26, 1978.
20. Racing secretary, Santa Anita's Eilken, manages residence for equine elite. Thoroughbred of California, December 1975.
21. Bird-watching (rail, early, etc.) at Santa Anita. Los Angeles Times West Magazine February 5, 1967.
22. Santa Anita dirt doctor (William Quigley, maintenance supervisor) Western Horseman August 1971.
23. Santa Anita: art deco on the morning line. New West magazine January 31, 1977.
24. Hazel Longden sees her dream come true. Arcadia Tribune May 24, 1981.
25. Newsmaker of the Year: An irresistible force, frankly (Frank Stronach) Thoroughbred Times v.15 n.51 December 18, 1999 p.1
26. Shoe-In by William Murray. (Bill Shoemaker) Westways, May 1980, p. 34-37+.
27. "Hall of fame jockey dies." Pasadena Star News, February 15, 2003. Jockey Johnny Longden dies at age 96. He was the first to win 6,000 races.
28. "Longden riding career ends on high notes of triumph." Arcadia Tribune, March 17, 1966.
29. Jockey Johnny Longden of Arcadia scored his 5,000th victory. Arcadia Tribune, March 4, 1957.
30. Jockey Laffit Pincay, Jr. Commemorative 2000.
31. Arcadia city council honors George Haines, Santa Anita President. Arcadia Weekly, p. 7. September 22, 2011.
32. Former Santa Anita employee Ambrosio Maldonado to celebrate 90th birthday - Dec. 7. Arcadia Weekly, December 5, 2013.
33. Remembrance of Alan Staller, a long-time Santa Anita Park employee. The Weekly Star (supplement to Pasadena Star News), June 15, 2014.
34. Shear is gone but never forgotten at Santa Anita. John Shear, long-time paddock worker better known as "Paddock Captain" at Santa Anita passes away at 102. The Arcadia centenarian is best known for risking his own life in 2011 by saving a 5-year-old girl from being trampled. Pasadena Star News, December 15, 2023, p. B4.
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Santa Anita Park-People
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205AF
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Arcadia (City) History (1950-1960)

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1. "Facts for voters of Arcadia." Published by League of Women Voters, 1957. 2. "Thumbnail sketch of City of Arcadia." Chamber of Commerce, March 1957, three pages. 3. "A report to the people of the City of Arcadia." City profile prepared by the City of Arcadia, Fall 1957, twenty-seven pages. Si…
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1. "Facts for voters of Arcadia." Published by League of Women Voters, 1957.
2. "Thumbnail sketch of City of Arcadia." Chamber of Commerce, March 1957, three pages.
3. "A report to the people of the City of Arcadia." City profile prepared by the City of Arcadia, Fall 1957, twenty-seven pages. Six blue copies.
4. "City passes 40,000 population mark." Arcadia Tribune, May 7, 1959.
5. "Vaccine series starts (polio immunization)." Arcadia Tribune, January 23, 1956.
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Arcadia (City) History (1950-1960)
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Arcadia (City) History (1960-1970)

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1. "Facts about Arcadia, California." Brochure published by the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, 1961. Two light green copies. 2. Arcadia City crest postcard. 3. "This is Arcadia." Booklet on City government published by the League of Women Voters, October 1962. Approximately twenty pages. 4. "Fac…
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1. "Facts about Arcadia, California." Brochure published by the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, 1961. Two light green copies.
2. Arcadia City crest postcard.
3. "This is Arcadia." Booklet on City government published by the League of Women Voters, October 1962. Approximately twenty pages.
4. "Facts for voters of Arcadia." White brochure published by the League of Women Voters, 1962.
5. "The sixtieth anniversary die." Arcadia Tribune, 1963. News clip and photo showing Arcadia's birthday mail marker.
6. "Arcadia's sixtieth anniversary commemorating the first school house." Brochure published by the Arcadia Historical Society and the Arcadia Woman's Club, October 19, 1963.
7. "Arcadia - wealthy, beautiful." Pasadena Star News, February 13, 1963.
8. "Week of events to mark Arcadia's sixtieth birthday." Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley section, October 20, 1963.
9. "Arcadia's sixtieth birthday celebration." Pasadena Star News, October 17, 1963.
10 "Ground breaking ceremony." Brochure for the ground breaking ceremony of the Arcadia Masonic Temple at 60 W. Duarte Road in February 1964.
11. "Average income for Arcadians." One sheet of income data, no date.
12. "Dedication ceremonies." Brochure for the dedication of the Foothill Jewish Temple Center, May 16, 1965.
13. "Police force to end Arcadia love-in." Arcadia Tribune, June 8, 1967.
14. "A bedroom city wakes up to dope danger." Los Angeles Herald Examiner, May 11, 1969.
15. "This is Arcadia." Booklet on City government published by the League of Women Voters, January 1969. Approximately twenty pages.
16. "Lucky Baldwin: This is paradise." Los Angeles Herald Examiner, December 20, 1963.
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Arcadia (City) History (1960-1970)
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People

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1. The Bride's Book of Household Economy presented to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Thomas Crumpton by the County Clerk of San Diego on Monday, November 13, 1922. Wife's name is Anna Irene Hermans Crumpton. Contains general household and food preparation hints. 2. "Unique Alumni Group Welcomes Former Baldwin …
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1. The Bride's Book of Household Economy presented to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Thomas Crumpton by the County Clerk of San Diego on Monday, November 13, 1922. Wife's name is Anna Irene Hermans Crumpton. Contains general household and food preparation hints.
2. "Unique Alumni Group Welcomes Former Baldwin Era Residents" by Helen Schrader. Ernest Schultz and his twin sisters Freda Schultz and Hilda Schultz who were residents of early Arcadia and former students of the little school at the corner of Huntington Drive and Santa Anita reunite and talk about life and schools in the early 1900s, including Arcadia's first school in the old packing house on the Baldwin Ranch. They recalled that the eighth grade teacher Miss Jeanette Said taught in English and Spanish since many students only spoke Spanish. News clipping. Arcadia Tribune, February 2, 1964.
3. "Plucky baby boy beats odds of birth hazards: premature infant scores triumph over long nip-and-tuck battle to stay alive." Los Angeles Times, November 13, 1960. "Miracle baby" is named Stephen Konst.
4. "Great grandmother wins pageant." Ruth Lubin, retired Arcadia High School teacher wins Ms. Senior America of California competition. Pasadena Star News, March 10, 1994.
5. Obituary notice for Hazel J. Longden, wife of John E. Longden, also known as Johnny Longden, famous jockey of Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune, July 30, 1989.
6. "Jane Addams' Artifacts to be Displayed." Arcadia resident Mary Linn Wallace is Addams' great-niece. Los Angeles Times, March 17, 1983, p. SG10.
7. "Trains on the brain: Arcadia man has kept movies on track for 40 years." Weekly Star, September 13, 2007, p. 1, 5. Local resident Stan Garner works on movies that require his knowlege of trains and railroads.
8. "Segals named citizens of the year" by Dorothy Cunningham, The Weekly Star, April 30, 2009. Lee Segal and Mickey Segal were given the Citizen of the Year Award at the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce 75th anniversary celebration.
9. "Hiker conquers Kilimanjaro," by Evelyn Barge, The Weekly Star, March 26, 2009. Arun Asher (photo), a 67-year-old Arcadia resident climbed to the peak of Tanzania's Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa.
10. "Woman in good spirits as she turns 105," by Stacey Wang, The Weekly Star, April 2, 2009. Arcadia resident Lily Morrill (in photo) celebrated her 105th birthday on March 30.
11. Ann Ash of Arcadia, is an 80-year-old volunteer baker of cakes at the David and Margaret Youth and Family Services in LaVerne, who will be honored at David and Margaret's first centennial celebration.
12. "Arcadian stays active at 96." Hazel Williams, 96, of Arcadia, volunteers to help needy children internationally. The Weekly Star, a supplement to the Pasadena Star News, November 11, 2010.
13. Veronica Shi, an Arcadia High School alumnus, and a senior at Princeton University was awarded a scholarship to continue her studies in classical literature at Worcester College at the University of Oxford. The Weekly Star, January 27, 2011.
14. Lina Yu, 28, of Arcadia, participated in the Food Network's television series, "Worst Cooks in America." The Weekly Star (supplement to Pasadena Star News), December 16, 2010.
15. Matt McSweeny, owner of Matt Denny's Ale House in Arcadia, was named Arcadia Business Man of the year for 2010, and honored for his work with community organizations, such as the St. Baldrick's Foundation. The Weekly Star (supplement to Pasadena Star News), March 31, 2011.
16. Arcadia Restaurateur Don Pellegrino, owner of Pellegrino Italian restaurant, is a big game hunter, poses with members of his hunting party and some trophies. Arcadia Tribune, p. A-3, December 26, 1974.
17. Priyanka Tuli of Arcadia dances with dandia sticks during the Pasadena Hindu Temple and Heritage Foundation's ninth annual Raas-Garba & Dandia event at the Arcadia Community Center. The Weekly Star, October 2, 2011.
18. Profile on Marguerite Virginia Gordon Brown, age 98, an Arcadia resident.
19. Longtime Arcadian Pete Ulrich turns 90. Peter Ulrich is a former Arcadia city councilman and has been Arcadia Senior Citizen of the Year twice. The Weekly Star, November 25, 2012.
20. Arcadia's Got Talent, September 12, 2009. DVD. Located in Arcadia History Room Media Box. A showcase of local talent that took place on the Arcadia City Hall lawn. Contestants were: Arly Barton, Corinne Giangrande, Edsel Chiu, Joko (Albert To'o), Abir Siddiqui, Vega Pierce-English, Roshan Akula, Demie Cao, Lee Twins, Megan Gerber, Allie Hisey, Judy Regadalo, Jimmy Licata, Richa Misra, Carrie Qui, Alana DeBlase, Tori Harvey, Kyrsti Chavez, The Magic Gents, Anika Misra, Jonathan Suszynski, Mary Guyer.
21. 28-year-old Arcadia resident Brandon Kovacic takes aim at triathlons, more than 100 pounds lost. The Weekly Star, August 25, 2013.
22. Local Elvis tribute artists to appear at festival, including Sean Martin, 46, of Arcadia. The Weekly Star, August 18, 2013.
23. Friends bid farewell and godspeed to long-time Arcadia resident Betty Harris. Mountain Views News, March 1, 2014.
24. Arcadian Edward Wong awarded by NASA and Space Flight Mechanics for his critical work on guidance system for Mars rover "Curiosity." Mountain Views News, March 8, 2014.
25. NASA's Dr. Edward Wong recognized at Arcadia City Council meeting for his work with NASA and Mars Rover Curiosity. Mountain Views News, April 12, 2014.
26. Arcadian James Brady, Professor of Anthropology, awarded distinction for Cal State LA. Arcadia Weekly, October 2, 2014, p. 27.
27. Arcadia officials visit Huy Fong Foods, maker of Sriracha hot sauce, in Irwindale. Owner David Tran is an Arcadia resident. Arcadia Weekly, August 28, 2014.
28. Bowling icon Jackie Henney, 93, continues to roll with favorite hobby (photo). Pasadena Star News, April 17, 2018.
29. City in transition: change comes with benefits and questions about Arcadia's cultural identity, by Lynne Curry, Pasadena Weekly, December 14, 2017. About Dr. James Chinn and his family, the first ethnically Chinese family to move to Arcadia, in 1956. Immigrants, Asian population.
30. WWII veteran Joe Sciarra makes history come alive. Pasadena Star News, p. 15, November 18, 2019.
31. Desert homestead with chickens, the true story pioneer life of Hilda M. Gray-the Victorian era Cambridge girl who became a law woman in America's Wild West, by Dean M. Gray. Married to donut man Harry Hile. (also, Hilda M. Gray was an early female candidate for Arcadia City Council).
32. U.S. Air Force First Lieutenant Edward J. Lopez, a decorated World War II and Korean War fighter pilot, is celebrating his 100th birthday. The Arcadia centenarian was a member of the Hell Hawks and boasts over 100 combat missions. Pasadena Star News, July 15, 2023, p. A1, A4.
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People
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Arcadia Public Library Building Specifications, 5 April 1960

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Children's Library Addition, Specifications, 5 November 1962
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Children's Library Addition, Specifications, 5 November 1962
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Arcadia Public Library Building Specifications, 5 April 1960
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Basement
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Box 008
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Shelf H3
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453AF
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Arcadia Public Library. Publicity Newspaper Articles: 1960-1961

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Publicity Newspaper Articles: 1960-1961 in three-ring binder
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Publicity Newspaper Articles: 1960-1961 in three-ring binder
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Arcadia Public Library. Publicity Newspaper Articles: 1960-1961
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Basement
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Box 022
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Shelf H4
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463AF
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Arcadia Public Library Building 20 W. Duarte Rd. Plans and blueprints April 4, 1960

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Arcadia Public Library 20 W. Duarte Rd. Plans and blueprints, April 4, 1960. William Guy Garwood, Architect. Foundation, framing, plumbing, levels, interior and exterior details, etc.
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Arcadia Public Library 20 W. Duarte Rd. Plans and blueprints, April 4, 1960. William Guy Garwood, Architect. Foundation, framing, plumbing, levels, interior and exterior details, etc.
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Arcadia Public Library Building 20 W. Duarte Rd. Plans and blueprints April 4, 1960
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Basement
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Box 120
Shelf Number
Shelf H16
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433AF
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Social Services

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1. P.T.A. Thrift Shop does wonderful work for needy of Arcadia. news clip, n.d. circa 1934. 2. Child Guidance Clinic Service in Arcadia. Three page survey of services available. n.d. (1950s?) 3. Directory of facilities for handicapped children. May 1961. 4. Health services and facilities …
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1. P.T.A. Thrift Shop does wonderful work for needy of Arcadia. news clip, n.d. circa 1934.
2. Child Guidance Clinic Service in Arcadia. Three page survey of services available. n.d. (1950s?)
3. Directory of facilities for handicapped children. May 1961.
4. Health services and facilities available for Arcadians. League of Women Voters, 1963.
5. Services for families in Arcadia. Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, n.d.
6. Community Planning Council Pasadena Foothill area. Annual Report, 1966.
7. Arcadia 1968-69. Brief survey of 21 United Way Agencies and American Red Cross serving the community.
8. San Gabriel Valley Mental Health Service. Brochure profiling agency by Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. n.d.
9. HOY should be a community project. Arcadia Tribune October 7, 1973.
10. HOY free clinic finds place in community. Arcadia Tribune September 6, 1973.
11. Meals on Wheels soon available. Arcadia Tribune September 6, 1973.
12. HOY handles youth problems. news clip, n.d. third in a series.
13. Arcadia free clinic converts early skeptics. Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley Section July 14, 1974.
14. Cardiac Rehabilitation Center in Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune June 23, 1974.
15. As HOY's clients increase, so does support. Arcadia Tribune August 25, 1974. One of a series.
16. Beginning with one client, now a full service agency. Arcadia Tribune September 5, 1974. Last in a series.
17. Monrovia Health Center. Flyer showing immunizations from this agency, n.d.
18. Discount directory for senior citizens. Arcadia Chamber of Commerce and Arcadia Recreation Department, November 1, 1975.
19. I have become a convert to HOY. Arcadia Tribune October 20, 1977.
20. Foothill Unity Center, Inc. overview of services provided in 2013 and qualification and benefits information sheet.
21. In Arcadia, tiny shelters spur big battle over homelessness; divide also highlights power of Asian American communities. Los Angeles Times, June 8, 2021.
22. Arcadia to host homelessness symposium February 29, 2024 at the Arcadia Community Center. The target audience will be city council members, city managers, and other local government executives in the San Gabriel Valley responsible for addressing the homelessness crisis though it will be open to the public. Arcadia Weekly September 14, 2023.
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Social Services
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Birdseye View of Arcadia

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1887 Birdseye view of Arcadia (Gift of Arcadia Public Library in celebration of nation’s Bicentennial)-multiple copies. Misc. Arcadia photos and prints. Photos of Library Children’s Bulletin Boards.
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1887 Birdseye view of Arcadia (Gift of Arcadia Public Library in celebration of nation’s Bicentennial)-multiple copies. Misc. Arcadia photos and prints. Photos of Library Children’s Bulletin Boards.
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Birdseye View of Arcadia
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Basement
Box Number
Box 124
Shelf Number
Shelf H9
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437AF
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Library (1913-1960)

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1. "Arcadia's library shows remarkable." News clip, circa 1932-1933. 2. "Books and the library." Arcadia Tribune editorial, July 28, 1933. 3. "Many people enjoy Arcadia's new modern." News clip, August 3, 1934. 4. "Many problems arise from curtailment." News clip, circa 1933-1934. 5. "The Ar…
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1. "Arcadia's library shows remarkable." News clip, circa 1932-1933.
2. "Books and the library." Arcadia Tribune editorial, July 28, 1933.
3. "Many people enjoy Arcadia's new modern." News clip, August 3, 1934.
4. "Many problems arise from curtailment." News clip, circa 1933-1934.
5. "The Arcadia Public Library: a survey of its administrative organization and services to adults and children." By LeRoy Merritt and Edward H. Wight, June 1955.
6. "Library loans 122,000 books during year." News clip circa August 21, 1944 or 1945.
7. "Local library grows with rest of city." News clip, circa 1949.
8. Copy of a library report for 1928 which includes a list of patrons on original.
9. Correspondence and study for new library location and building. February 1958.
10. "In the name of decency, let's clean up the library." Anti-library letter regarding _The Last Temptation of Christ_ , circa 1964.
11. "City presented library sundial." News clip, circa 1960?
12. Arcadia Public Library Book Selection Policy. Adopted 1956, two pages.
13. "Public Library." Two pages from City publicity book, 1957.
14. "Arcadia Public Library; today and tomorrow." Report by Ray Holt, 1958.
15. "Arcadia Public Library history." One page chronological history prepared for the dedication of the new building on Duarte Road, April 1961.
16. Arcadia Public Library statistical data, April 1952.
17. "Development of library is rapid." News clip, August 18, 1933.
18. "Many people enjoy Arcadia's new modern public library." News clip, August 3, 1934.
19. "Our library." News clip, January 19, 1934.
20. "Monrovia library praised." Pasadena Star News, January 22, 1947.
21. "Arcadia library patronage shown." Monrovia News Post, August 19, 1947.
22. "Library staging display of headline books." Monrovia News Post, August 16, 1947.
23. "Public Library loaned more than 122,000 books during last year." Arcadia Tribune, August 17, 1947.
24. "Library to have book giving week." News clip, undated.
25. "Operation of library told Women's Chamber of Commerce Division." Monrovia News Post, November 23, 1949.
26. "Almost 150,000 books circulated here last year." Arcadia Tribune, August 22, 1948.
27. "Library to close earlier next two Saturdays." News clip, December 1949.
28. "Library plans expansion for young readers." Arcadia Tribune, March 6, 1947.
29. "Year's work is disclosed." Arcadia Tribune, August 3, 1936.
30. "Attempt also made to crack safe at Arcadia Library." Monrovia News Post, May 13, 1950.
31. "Local library grows with rest of city." News clip, March 24, 1949.
32. "Arcadians use of public library shows big increase." Arcadia Tribune, August 1, 1940.
33. "Library does own repair job on books." Arcadia Tribune, December 8, 1949.
34. "Year's work is disclosed." News clip, circa 1936?
35. "Library use report shows." News clip, circa 1948.
36. "Library book circulation up for month." Arcadia Bulletin, December 17, 1949.
37. "Books and the library." Arcadia Tribune, July 28, 1933. Two copies.
38. "Library report shows growth." Arcadia Tribune, July 21, 1949.
39. "Once a pine grove, now a public library in need of further expansion." Arcadia Tribune, March 23, 1950.
40. "Scores of Arcadians attend literary centennial open house at library." Arcadia Tribune, April 20, 1950.
41. "Many problems arise from curtailment of public library funds." News clip, circa 1934.
42. "Ideas into action." News clip, October 27, 1941.
43. "Local library grows with rest of city." News clip, circa 1949.
44. "Budget." Budget listings for 1949-1960.
45. "This is a report of findings and recommendations." Letter reporting administrative survey of library, January 11, 1947.
46. "Proposal to meet Arcadia's library needs." Lengthy report, 1955.
47. "History of the library." Circa 1947, two pages.
48. Packet of news clipping and correspondence related to efforts to enlarge library facilities. Some reference to seeking a new site beginning in 1950-1951. Sixteen pages.
49. Arcadia Public Library statistical data, May 1952.
50. "Annual report of local public library." Arcadia Tribune, August 21, 1952.
51. "Survey report publicity." News clippings, 1955.
52. Floor plans, First & Wheeler. One dated 1952, other showing proposed children's addition.
53. Index card insert from library book entitled "William Schuman" by Flora R. Schreiber. Call number 780.92 S. Publication date 1954. Sticker on card reads, "A 7 Day Book. This book may be kept for 7 days only. It cannot be renewed because of special demand." This index card used to be kept in a paper pocket in the front of the book. Cost of the book was $3.50. In the process of weeding books, librarian Anita Forsyth pulled this card out to keep in the History Room in October 2005.
54. Index record card from 1967-1970 era. This index card used to be kept in a paper pocket in the front of a book. Card reads "Do not remove, 10 cent fee if lost." (2 cards). In the process of weeding books, librarian Anita Forsyth pulled this card out to keep in the History Room in October 2005.
55. "Queen city frowns on bond issues: funds for new library and annex to City Hall not approved by voters." Los Angeles Times, March 8, 1928.
56. "Librarian reaches goal: fifty book beginning grows apace." Los Angeles Times, July 1, 1930.
57. "Library setup changes urged." Los Angeles Times, October 1, 1953.
58. Index card from 1937, from the pocket of a 1902 book called "Masterpieces of Greek Literature," by John Wright, which was in the Arcadia Public Library collection call # 880.8. Shows date stamps from 1937 through 1950s.
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Library (1913-1960)
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Parks-Arcadia County Park

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1. Sees value of field as park. news clip c.1926-27. 2. Seek return of Arcadia property. news clip c.1926-27. 3. Chronological list of improvements and development. Typed sheet from county. 4. Quitclaim deed. Black copy of quitclaim adopted September 27, 1935. 5. Bill transferring Los Ang…
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1. Sees value of field as park. news clip c.1926-27.
2. Seek return of Arcadia property. news clip c.1926-27.
3. Chronological list of improvements and development. Typed sheet from county.
4. Quitclaim deed. Black copy of quitclaim adopted September 27, 1935.
5. Bill transferring Los Angeles County recreational park. Copy of congressional bill authored by then Congressman, John Hoeppel.
6. Playgrounds at Ross Field. Arcadia Tribune July 7, 1936.
7. Statue fete set for today. Los Angeles Times October 31, 1937.
8. When Ross Field work was launched. Arcadia Tribune February 13, 1937.
9. Thousands see memorial statue unveiling. Arcadia Bulletin April 21, 1941.
10. Arcadia County Park and Golf Course. Typed sheet from General Plan.
11. A day in the park. Los Angeles Times June 25, 1971.
12. The story of Santa Anita Bowling Green Club. History written in 1973.
13. Santa Anita Golf Course. Copy of brochure put out for opening day April 24, 1938, plus other sheets detailing changes.
14. Arcadia County Park. Sixteen page historical information and chronological developments.
15. Fourth of July celebration. Photocopy of commemorative program July 4, 1938.
16. Letter written to Ralph Pennell concerning ceremony honoring J.H.Hoeppel of the Balloon School February 1, 1963.
17. Park proves no picnic for low-paid workers. Arcadia Tribune September 14, 1978.
18. Park construction no picnic for low-salaried WPA workers. Arcadia Tribune February 9, 1978.
19. You are cordially invited to attend an informal ceremony honoring Lt. John Hoeppel. Invitation from Los Angeles County Parks Department to present plaque for his part in park development January 1963.
20. Arcadia County Park. One page history from Los Angeles County Parks Department.
21. New war memorial fountain dedicated December 17 at Arcadia County Park. News release issued by Los Angeles County Parks Department at time of dedication December 17, 1962.
22. Fact sheet on memorial fountain issued by Los Angeles County Parks Department.
23. Santa Anita play field opened. Pasadena Star News May 14, 1937.
24. Arcadia Park and Golf Course. Los Angeles Times, p.B3 November 22, 1993.
25. Large play area created. Los Angeles Times p.1 January 23, 1938.
26. Outdoor kitchen invites picnickers to new park. Pasadena Post February 28, 1937.
27. Copy of resolution by the 74th Congress conveying the property to the County of Los Angeles representing Baldwin Ranch property now known as the Los Angeles State and County Arboretum. June 17, 1935.
28. Photo of field survey party starting work on Arcadia County Park, with article. Pasadena Star News July 28, 1935.
29. County recreation area replaces old balloon field. Pasadena Star News January 31, 1937.
30. Los Angeles Times publication "Then & Now" June 30, 2000. Article about history of Arcadia County Park p. 12.
31. " Arcadia Park fountain rededicated." Article about rededication of the fountain to honor those who perished in the 9/11/01 attacks on the Pentagon, the World Trade Center and the hijacked plane that crashed in Pennsylvania. Fountain is being refurbished in a joint effort by the city, the Arcadia Rotary Club, the Arcadia Unified School District and local artisans. The renovated landmark will be called Peacock Corner. Pasadena Star News April 9, 2002, p. A-3.
32. "Arcadia to proceed with Peacock Corner." Article stating that the City Council voted to put up $25,000 towards the cost of putting a 10-foot-tall bronze peacock at Peacock Corner. The sculpture will emerge from the center of the fountain that has been refurbished by volunteers and was unveiled at the Lucky Baldwin Day Picnic. The fountain was rededicated on April 8, 2002, and was originally donated as a tribute to area veterans. Arcadia Weekly, November 14-20, 2002, p. 1.
33. The City Council approved a $30,000 commission to Irvine artist, David Chapple to create a bronze peacock sculpture, 6-7 feet tall, for the public fountain at "Peacock Corner." Pasadena Star News, January 8, 2003, p. A3.
34. 25 Valley parks may be closed. Los Angeles Times April 8, 1993, p.J1.
35. Quitclaim Deed, transfer of portion of Arcadia County Park from Los Angeles County to City of Arcadia. Recorded August 11, 1988. Arcadia Community Center and Arcadia Historical Museum have been built on this land.
36. Arcadia Vietnam War Monument Dedication program, May 28, 2016. Master of ceremonies Gene Glasco.
37. Guide to Civic Art in Los Angeles County Parks, p. 9 info on public art at Arcadia County Park: Memorial Peacock Fountain and Spanish American War Memorial "The Hiker," a bronze sculpture. Retrieved 7/11/2018 from lacounty.gov.
38. Arcadia County Park to be improved by $50,000; colorful history reported. Picture of Mrs. David Unruh, niece of Lucky Baldwin's manager, Hiram A. Unruh. Also on this page, Chamber takes theme from Nellie White. Arcadia Tribune and News, March 23, 1950.
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Parks-Arcadia County Park
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165AF
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Northern San Gabriel-San Bernardino Valley Rail Transit Corridor. Downtown 2000 Streetscape. Westfield Shoppingtown Expansion.

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1. Northern San Gabriel-San Bernardino Valley Rail Transit Corridor, September 1993: Summary. Draft Environmental Impact Report. Cultural and Historical Resources Survey Report. Noise and Vibration Analysis. Fleet Requirements and yard Location Analysis. Engineering Plan and Profile Drawings. 2. Do…
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1. Northern San Gabriel-San Bernardino Valley Rail Transit Corridor, September 1993: Summary. Draft Environmental Impact Report. Cultural and Historical Resources Survey Report. Noise and Vibration Analysis. Fleet Requirements and yard Location Analysis. Engineering Plan and Profile Drawings.
2. Downtown 2000 Streetscape and Public Facilities Improvement Program--Expanded initial study and draft mitigated negative declaration, February 7, 1995.
3. Westfield Shoppingtown Santa Anita Expansion-December 1999-Initial Study. Memo subject: Consideration of the Final Environmental Impact Report and Project Description. Westfield Planning submittal-Proposed Santa Anita Expansion February 2002.
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Environmental Impact Reports
Developments
Downtown Arcadia
Railroads
Railways
Shopping malls
Streets
Trains
Transit
Transportation
Westfield Santa Anita
Westfield Shoppingtown Santa Anita
Location
Basement
Box Number
Box 137
Shelf Number
H13
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507AF
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Regional Recreation Center at Arcadia, California (Arcadia County Park)

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1. Regional Recreation Center at Arcadia, California (Arcadia County Park) Specifications, Blueprints
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1. Regional Recreation Center at Arcadia, California (Arcadia County Park) Specifications, Blueprints
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Regional Recreation Center at Arcadia, California (Arcadia County Park)
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 37
Shelf Number
Shelf B4
Item ID
346AF
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San Gabriel Valley News.

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San Gabriel Valley News. August 3, 1922 – Feb. 28, 1924. Temple Times and San Gabriel Valley News. March 6, 1924 – July 31, 1924. (Two Bound Volumes)
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San Gabriel Valley News. August 3, 1922 – Feb. 28, 1924. Temple Times and San Gabriel Valley News. March 6, 1924 – July 31, 1924. (Two Bound Volumes)
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San Gabriel Valley News.
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 49.
Shelf Number
Shelf F7
Item ID
360AF
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Chamber of Commerce-News and Views

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NO TABLE OF CONTENTS. Current Year Only. Formerly Business Hotline. Previous years filed in Arcadia History Box #60A & B.
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NO TABLE OF CONTENTS. Current Year Only. Formerly Business Hotline. Previous years filed in Arcadia History Box #60A & B.
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Chamber of Commerce-News and Views
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47AF
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Chicago Park

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1. "Council wants investigation." Arcadia Tribune, February 10, 1970. 2. "Council to discuss." Arcadia News Post, June 21 1971. 3. "Chicago Park on its way." Arcadia Tribune, February 2, 1972. 4. "Chicago Park to receive." Arcadia Tribune, August 19, 1973. 5. "Chicago Park just waiting." Arcad…
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1. "Council wants investigation." Arcadia Tribune, February 10, 1970.
2. "Council to discuss." Arcadia News Post, June 21 1971.
3. "Chicago Park on its way." Arcadia Tribune, February 2, 1972.
4. "Chicago Park to receive." Arcadia Tribune, August 19, 1973.
5. "Chicago Park just waiting." Arcadia Tribune, September 5, 1974.
6. "New park still a paper dream." Arcadia Tribune, September 12, 1974.
7. "Chicago Park looks." Arcadia Tribune, August 29, 1974.
8. "Land hoax produces Arcadia Park." Arcadia Tribune, August 8, 1968.
9. Map of the Chicago Park area with a list of parcel numbers and property ownership. c. early 1980s.
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Chicago Park
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50AF
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Santa Anita Park

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1. The story of Santa Anita: the great race place. Beckwith, B.K. 64 pg. booklet on history of the track. 2. King of sports. 32 pg. booklets on thoroughbred racing in general. 3. Sample condition book used by owners and trainers who are looking for a race in which to enter their horse. First …
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1. The story of Santa Anita: the great race place. Beckwith, B.K. 64 pg. booklet on history of the track.
2. King of sports. 32 pg. booklets on thoroughbred racing in general.
3. Sample condition book used by owners and trainers who are looking for a race in which to enter their horse. First issue 1978-79.
4. The Great Race - The Santa Anita Handicap. This is a history of this race. San Francisco Chronicle March 5, 1982.
5. The King of Sports Comes Back to California. CALIFORNIA ARTS & ARCHITECTURE January 1935.
6. Santa Anita the Great Race Place. Guide for thoroughbred racing.
7. Letter from George James of Bert Crowther Ltd dated October 6, 1956 regarding the statuary at Santa Anita Park.
8. Santa Anita: Grand Dane of racing goes mod. Column by Jim Murray in LATimes February 16, 1971.
9. Santa Anita Park. PACIFIC PATHWAYS March 1946.
10. Santa Anita Park. Description of statuary at Santa Anita Park. 1956. source: Santa Anita Park.
11. news release: Antique Art Objects Give Santa Anita Paddock Gardens New Look. 1956. Description and pictures of statuary at Santa Anita Park. source: Santa Anita Park.
12. Home Turf. LOS ANGELES MAGAZINE April 1990, p.99+
13. Roadsigns. Newsletter of the California Historic Route 66 Association. Fall 1995.
14. Off to the horse races in Arcadia. San Gabriel Valley Tribune October 18, 1996, p.28.
15. Button depicting a horse and jockey. Text reads Santa Anita Park, Home of Seabiscuit.
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Santa Anita Park
Item ID
198AF
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Santa Anita Park.

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Santa Anita Park. Oversize Calendars and color clippings. Calendar years: 1977-1978, 1978-1979, 1979-1980, 1982-1983, 1984-1985, 1985-1986, 1990-1991, 1991-1992, 1992-1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2002, 2007, 2020, 2021. "Who's next? Santa Anita Park Spring Meet, April 25-June 29." Pasadena …
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Santa Anita Park. Oversize Calendars and color clippings.
Calendar years: 1977-1978, 1978-1979, 1979-1980, 1982-1983, 1984-1985, 1985-1986, 1990-1991, 1991-1992, 1992-1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2002, 2007, 2020, 2021.
"Who's next? Santa Anita Park Spring Meet, April 25-June 29." Pasadena Star News supplement. April 24, 2014.
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Santa Anita Park.
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 62
Shelf Number
Shelf C3
Item ID
376AF
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Fashion Park

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1. "Santa Anita to launch." Los Angeles Times, April 22, 1971, San Gabriel Valley section. 2. Pro-Fashion Park flyer, March 30, 1971. 3. "Taxpayers for Fashion Park." Letter from group to Arcadia residents, circa March 1971. 4. "Fashion Park No. 1." Arcadia Tribune, January 2, 1972. 5. "Vote…
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1. "Santa Anita to launch." Los Angeles Times, April 22, 1971, San Gabriel Valley section.
2. Pro-Fashion Park flyer, March 30, 1971.
3. "Taxpayers for Fashion Park." Letter from group to Arcadia residents, circa March 1971.
4. "Fashion Park No. 1." Arcadia Tribune, January 2, 1972.
5. "Vote Yes." Flyer by the Taxpayers for Fashion Park for referendum, April 1971.
6. "Santa Anita Fashion Park." Question and answer flyer done by Santa Anita Consolidated, circa 1971.
7. "Court orders additional." Arcadia Tribune, May 20, 1973.
8. "PLAN suit seeks to block." Arcadia News Post, May 22, 1973.
9. "Fashion Park gets OK." Arcadia Tribune, May 24, 1973.
10. "Ground broken." Arcadia News Post, June 13, 1973.
11. "Foes of Fashion Park turn to Federal Court." Los Angeles Times, October 18, 1973.
12. "PLAN files new lawsuit." Arcadia Tribune, October 28, 1973.
13. "Suit to block shopping." Los Angeles Times, November 6, 1973.
14. "District Court hears Fashion Park." Arcadia News Post, November 21, 1973.
15. "They don't give up." Arcadia Tribune, November 8, 1973.
16. "PLAN spokesman defends." Arcadia News Post, November 21, 1973.
17. "Fashion Park foes." Los Angeles Times, December 20, 1973.
18. "Fashion Park is altering skyline." Arcadia Tribune, March 7, 1974.
19. "Fashion Park ruling." Arcadia Tribune, February 28, 1974.
20. "Fashion Park halt denied." Arcadia Tribune, March 10, 1974.
21. "Fashion Park names 83 shops." Arcadia Tribune, June 13, 1974.
22. "Developer Hahn predicts." Arcadia Tribune, June 10, 1974.
23. "You discover Fashion Park." Los Angeles Times supplement section, October 13, 1974.
24. "On a clear day." Arcadia Tribune, November 7, 1974, photographs.
25. "Fashion Park opens." Arcadia Tribune, October 17, 1974.
26. "Arts of many kinds." News clip, circa 1975-1976.
27. "Broadway opening." Arcadia Tribune, circa October 1974.
28. "Info guide tells all." Arcadia Tribune, November 13, 1974.
29. "Brighter more colorful." Arcadia Tribune, December 26, 1974. Describes art pieces Roy Lichtenstein sculpture, Wright Flyer, others.
30. Ordinance No. 1981. An ordinance of the City of Arcadia approving zone change Z-92-002, rezoning an 8.2 acre portion of Santa Anita Race Track, parcel No. 949 at 385 West Huntington Drive from R-1 (single family) and S-1 (special use) to C-2D (general commercial with a design overlay), approved October 14, 1992. [In FILE FOLDER #2]
31. Memo from Assistant City Manager Peter Kinnahan to City Council regarding recommendations to Nordstrom Addition and Mall Expansion, January 19, 1993. [In FILE FOLDER #3]
32. Memo from Corkran W. Nicholson, Planning Department to City Council regarding Santa Anita Fashion Park Mall expansion. A design review of the proposed Nordstrom's building at 400 South Baldwin Avenue, April 6, 1993.
33. Memo from Corkran W. Nicholson, Planning Department to City Council regarding Santa Anita Fashion Park Mall expansion. A design review of the proposed two-story addition to the existing Robinsons-May building at 400 South Baldwin Avenue, May 4, 1993.
34. Financial analysis of Santa Anita Fashion Park. 302 page analysis by Julie Biggs, 1978. [In FILE FOLDER #2]
35. Financial analysis of Santa Anita Fashion Park. Appendix B. Companion piece of analysis listed as Item 34 in File Folder #2. [In FILE FOLDER #3]
36. "Santa Anita Fashion Park: A case study in successful ground lease financing." Original article for the Beverly Hills Bar Journal, 1978, by Julie Biggs.
37. "Santa Anita Fashion Park: A case study in successful ground lease financing." Beverly Hills Bar Journal, November/December 1978.
38. "Ernest W. Hahn, Inc. Shopping Centers." Brochure giving background of Fashion Park co-developers.
39. Fashion Park Preview, Spring 1988. 16 page publication.
40. "Sculpture removed." Highlander, January 27, 1988, page 3, with photograph.
41. "Camp Rainbow." Brochure about daycare at Fashion Park, 1988.
42. "Santa Anita Mall declares itself first smoke-free mall in its area." Los Angeles Business Journal, June 7-13, 1993.
43. Santa Anita Fashion Park information booklet regarding groundbreaking ceremony, January 21, 1993, for the construction of the expansion program. Includes announcements, press release, directories, fact sheets, etc.
44. Pictorial annual recap shows "Fashion Park opens," on October 12. Photo and caption: Buffums and the satellite stores making up the bulk of the mall opened first, with Broadway (shown) opening in November. Tribune, p. 1, December 26, 1974.
45. Brochure and directory "Santa Anita Fashion Park in Arcadia." c. 1980s.
46. Discover Santa Anita Fashion Park, the Thoroughbred of Shopping Centers, Directory 1978. Contains information about the Roy Lichtenstein sculpture that was 22 feet high and in the central mall cour and art on display at the mall by June Harrah and Pamela Weir.
Subjects
Fashion Park
Westfield Shoppingtown
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3 folders
Item ID
88AF
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