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Contents: 1. "Jesse James legends (Schrader)." News clip, February 23, 1975 and book title page. 2. "Authors books go on sale (Shull)." News clip, no date. 3. "City Historian Eberly." Arcadia Tribune, September 1, 1968. 4. "Love is not enough (Dobson)." News clip, September 19, 1974. 5. Mother of the ye…

Contents: 1. "Jesse James legends (Schrader)." News clip, February 23, 1975 and book title page.; 2. "Authors books go on sale (Shull)." News clip, no date.; 3. "City Historian Eberly." Arcadia Tribune, September 1, 1968.; 4. "Love is not enough (Dobson)." News clip, September 19, 1974.; 5. Mother of the year (Bagnall)." News clip, May 17, 1969.; 6. "Overlease exhibit (Overlease)." News clip, no date.; 7. "Edna Lumberg's second book." News clip, no date.; 8. "Arcadia realtor has new book (Lundberg)." April 1, 1965.; 9. "Gordon Eberly dies at age 84." News clip, March, 8, 1970.; 10. "Gordon Eberly marks 81st." News clip, January 5, 1967.; 11. "Richard Albert finds new career." News clip, December 13, 1973.; 12. "Arcadian starts second career." News clip, December 8, 1973.; 13. Dan R. Post catalog of books - copy of books published by him.; 14. List of local authors (Missing 1/96?); 15. "Author gives book of poems (Stone)." News clip, September 10, 1964.; 16. " 'For Heaven's Sake' to be autographed by author at Robinson's Book Shop." Arcadia Tribune, December 1, 1949.; 17. " 'For Heaven's Sake' written by former Arcadia Tribune editor named January selection by club." Arcadia Bulletin, October 15, 1949.; 18. Anne Dodson Buck - packet of letters and book jacket from 'This Was April' by A.D. Buck.; 19. "A talent for words runs in James Dobson." News clip, October 11, 1979.; 20. "Local author wins 'Dead Man's Medal' (Jack Cummings)." Arcadia Tribune, May 10, 1984, page A-1.; 21. "Sure you're a VIP, Mr. Pasadena! (Gerald Plessner.) Pasadena/Altadena Weekly, August 1-7, 1985, page 10-11.; 22. Four small books of poetry by Hava Krascoff, J&C Transcript, various dates A) Small Harvest B)From Within C)For All Seasons D)For the Moments; 23. "Taking the 'why me' and the sting out of tickets (James Glass)." Pasadena Star News, February 23, 1988, page A-3, with photo.; 24. "Drivers! Got a ticket? Almost got one?" Advertisement for James Glass' book "Traffic Court".; 25. " Lucky Baldwin's story written by the Los Angeles County Arboretum's historian (Sandy Snider)." Arcadia Tribune, November 22, 1987, page B-1.; 26. "Local author writes book on Christianity (Palmieri)." Arcadia Tribune, December 9, 1948.; 27. William K. Summers, November 1991. Correspondence and biographical information.; 28. Jack Cummings, March 3, 1990. Correspondence.; 29. Richard E. Albert, March 16, 1994. Correspondence and biographical sketch.; 30. "Santana Rose" by Olga Bicos. Publicity flyer for book publication, no date.; 31. Carol Cunningham, no date. Biographical sketch.; 32. "Focus on the Family - Resource Guide." Listings of books, including James Dobson, no date.; 33. "With Sandy Snider - Associate Curator of History." Arboretum News, no date, page 2.; 34. Letter from Jack Cummings, including Booklist. Uncorrected proof and copy of jacket cover from Walker and Company, July 1990, regarding "Escape from Yuma".; 35. Letter from Jack Cummings regarding his novel, "The Surrogate Gun", September 19, 1990.; 36. "Translations of books authored by Dr. James Dobson." Listing from "Focus on the Family", February 8, 1991.; 37. "Focus at Fifteen." Article by Dr. James Dobson, President and Founder of Focus on the Family on its fifteenth anniversary, March 1992.; 38. Letter from Jack Cummings regarding a large print edition of his novel, "Once a Legend", January 25, 1993.; 39. Letter from Jack Cummings regarding a large print edition of his novel, "Tiger Butte", March 16, 1993.; 40. Focus on the Family Special Statement "Who we are and what we stand for," regarding Dr. James Dobson, August 1993.; 41. Letter from Jack Cummings regarding his new western, "The Last Lawmen".; 42. Book reviews (fiction) from Library Journal on "The Last Lawmen" by Jack Cummings, September 15, 1994.; 43. Book review in Publisher's Weekly on "The Last Lawmen" by Jack Cummings, October 3, 1994.; 44. "Local doctor seeks FDA approval to help Alzheimer victims; plans D.C. march (William Summers, M.D.)." Sierra Madre News, September 17, 1992.; 45. Brochure put out by Carol Cunningham containing article in Pasadena Star News (October 29, 1993) regarding her networking techniques.; 46. "Local divorce lawyer writes book, puts kids first (Michael L. Oddenino)." Sierra Madre News, June 8, 1995, page 14.; 47. "Arcadian, newly published at 83, works daily at his poetry (Robert Shortell)." Star Tribune, October 6, 1992.; 48. 'How to Work A Room', hand-on workshop by Carole Cunningham. Learning Tree University presents the workshop on September 23, 1995 and November 18, 1995.; 49. Biography of Marcella Betzler, Arcadia author of "The Amazing Live Christmas Tree".; 50. "Local writer imparts secrets to Romance." Review of "Reason to Believe" by Kathleen Eagle, Sierra Madre News, February 15, 1996, page 8.; 51. L.A.Connects: Downtown/Westside. A postcard offering a guidebook by Carole Cunningham.; 52. "Dive shop owner pens guide to Baja (co-owner, Susan Speck, in picture)." Herald Tribune, April 12, 1996.; 53. " 'Politics of Alzheimers' program for colleagues (William Summers, M.D.)." Sierra Madre News, July 2, 1991, page 22.; 54. Copy of cover and title page, with picture, of "The White Cockade". Poetry and verse by Charles A. Coulombe.; 55. "Arcadia author to give program for children (Eleanor Cameron)." May 9, 1965.; 56. "Olga Bicos gives up a promising legal career to pen romance novels." Pasadena Weekly, January 24-30, 1992.; 57. "Authors have kind words for renewal of Old Pasadena (Morley Winograd)." Pasadena Star News, July 8, 1996, page A-4.; 58. Promotional bookmark advertising the book, "By My Heart Betrayed" by Olga Bicos, 1991.; 59. Publicity flyer for White Tiger by Olga Bicos. 1991; 60. Flyers about Staring into chaos by B.G. Brander and letter from Mr. Brander introducing himself as a former Arcadia resident.; 61. Postcards announcing book-signing at Vroman's Bookstore for ABIKU, written by Arcadia resident and author Debo Kotun. Gift of author, 1999.; 62. Letterhead and correspondence from Arcadia author Meredith Brucker, AKA Meredith Kingston. Author of romance paperbacks.; 63. Flyer announcing pre-publication reading of TRYLONS AND PERISPHERES by Roger Lee Kenvin. April 1999.; 64. Notice of receipt of gift of book by author Roger Lee Kenvin. September 13, 2000.; 65. Correspondence from author Bruce Bender dated October 22, 1998.; 66. Flyer about author/artist Dr. Wen-hsiung Yen. 2000.; 67. Biographical information, list of commentaries and contact information for Gerald Plessner from his Internet web site. September 19, 2002.; 68. Letter dated October 22, 1998 from author Roger Lee Kenvin in which he gives to the library copies of his books HARPO'S GARDEN and THE CANTABRIGIAN ROWING SOCIETY'S SATURDAY NIGHT BASH.; 69. Letter dated December 4, 1999 from author Roger Lee Kenvin in which he gives to the library as a gift a copy of his new book TRYLONS AND PERISPHERES.; 70. Letter from author Paige Taylor with a review of her activity book DEWEY & THE DECIMALS, copies of the front and back covers, introduction, table of contents and order form. c2001.; 71. Letter from Mary Beth Hayes (Arcadia Public Library) to Peggy Rothschild, Administrative Coordinator, City of Redondo Beach, thanking her for sending a copy of the book CREATIVE AGE 2000 which included poems written by Arcadia resident Lovina A. Salinger. May 18, 2000.; 72. "Arcadia woman writes book about food services." (Anne Powell Knoll) Arcadia Tribune, April 15, 1976, p. C1.; 73. Laser color copy photo, biographical sketch and resume of Arcadia author Meredith Babeaux Brucker. March 2003.; 74. Laser color copy photo and biographical sketch of Arcadia author Debo Kotun and information on his book ABIKU. March 2003.; 75. Biographical sketch on Arcadia author Sandy Snider. March 2003.; 76. Laser color copy photo and biographical sketch of Arcadia author Shau May Yung. March 2003.; 77. "We must back our military." Opinion article written by Arcadia author Gerald Plessner. San Gabriel Valley Tribune. March 20, 2003.; 78. "TV coverage gives viewers sense of size of Iraq undertaking." Opinion article written by Arcadia author Gerald Plessner. San Gabriel Valley Tribune. March 27, 2003.; 79. Email to Mary Beth Hayes from Arcadia author Dinesh Verma giving his home address and information about his first book entitled RELATIVE HAPPINESS. April 2, 2003.; 80. Contact information for Ruth and David Elliott, authors of RICHEST KID IN THE POOR HOUSE. March 6, 2003.; 81. Biographical information on Annie Hamilton Donnell. Who Was Who Among North American Authors 1921-1939, page 440 and Who Was Who in America, page 233.; 82. Letter to Mary Beth Hayes from Peter J. Blodgett dated December 12, 2002 with article "You Sing 'America,' Why Not See It?" Private Highway Associations and Redefining Tourist Landscapes in the American West 1912-1925 by Peter J. Blodgett. The Branding Iron, The Westerners Los Angeles Corral, Number 228, Summer 2002.; 83. (A) Alphabetical list of authors who contributed essays to VISIONS OF ARCADIA: A CENTENNIAL ANTHOLOGY edited by Gary A. Kovacic. (B) List in the order the authors appear in the book with a short bio on each one, copied from the program at the unveiling of the book on August 5, 2003 at the Arcadia Public Library book signing event.; 84. Correspondence from Florence Cummings informing the library that her husband Arcadia author Jack Cummings died on July 30, 1998 of leukemia.; 85. Flyer about the Labalaba Rediffusion Theater presenting "The Courtyard,"a one-hour radio "dramedy" set in Arcadia, CA. Executive Producer/Writer is award winning author, Debo Kotun. Programs starting on September 27, 2003.; 86. Note from Roger and Verna Kenvin donating a copy of their book MAGELLAN MOON to the library. Indicates that Arcadia is mentioned on p. 10-11. Undated (c 2002); 87. Flyer advertising the October 16, 2003 program with John Robinson speaking on hiking in the San Gabriels. Presented by the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library.; 88. "The Pledge of Allegiance" by Jerry R. Selmer. October 26, 2003.; 89. Remarks by Mayor on Dorothy Cunningham, Citizen of the Month, December 2003. Arcadia Tribune author for 12 years and columnist for the weekly Star.; 90. Four clippings about children's book "Why I Love My Mom" written by Arcadia resident and author Denise Hong and her son Andrew Hong. Clippings from The Sunday Star, May 2, 2004; Arcadia Weekly, April 22-28, 2004; Chinese Daily News, April 29, 2004 (in Chinese) and Sing Tao Daily, April 21, 2004 (in Chinese).; 91. Letter from author Joy G. Cauffman, PhD. regarding her genealogy books. Letterhead reads "Garrison Corner Cemetery Association."; 92. "Literary Landscape: Tracking Chandler's Every Move. Why was the writer so restless, moving from one L.A. residence to another? It's something of a mystery." Los Angeles Times clipping, December 23, 2004, from Los Angeles Times Newsbank.; 93. Correspondence from Dinesh Verma, an Arcadia resident, author of "Relative Happiness: a Journey into the Mind."; 94. Letter from Gary A. Kovacic, city council member, to Dr. C.P. Chung regarding his child Robert's book "Finding Light: a Child's Poems."; 95. Postcard promoting book "Love That Works" by author Bruce Brander.; 96. "Moral living in the world today: a Catholic understanding of modern moral problems" by Fr. Dave Heney, Holy Angels Parish.; 97. Biography and contact information for author Connie Amaden-Crawford, formerly of Arcadia. Printed from website: www.fashionpatterns.com on June 3, 2008.; 98. Fact sheet from Arcadia Publishing (Mount Pleasant, South Carolina) about the book Arcadia written by Arcadia Historical Society (Carol Libby, et al.) with a description, specifications of the book, and how to order.; 99. Bookmark advertising the book "Counters" by Arcadia author Tony Taylor.; 100. Business card advertising the book "The Anti-Alzheimer's Prescription" by Vincent Fortanasce, M.D.; 101. Letter from author Philip L. Ostergard about his book The Inspired Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln. See also VF Deaths for obituary.; 102. "What makes a song a hit? Arcadian's book explores secrets behind pop tunes," article by Teresa Jansen, Pasadena Star News, November 11, 2009. Book is titled Making Music: Unique Ways Songs Became Hits, by Arcadia author John Gregory.; 103. J.F.K. Assassins At-Large (And Their Accomplices) by Bill Daugherty.; 104. Sunflower and the Swan by Ruth Read. An illustrated children's book, donated to Arcadia Public Library and signed by the author. A second copy can be colored in.; 105. Letter from Robert S. Oventile, author who donated his book Impossible Reading: Idolatry and Diversity in Literature to Arcadia Public Library. May 31, 2011.; 106. 'Chronicles of Arcadia' book launch feted at afternoon luncheon. Author Carol Libby. Arcadia Weekly, p. 8, August 23, 2012.; 107. Local writer Meredith Babeaux Brucker receives Founders' Award presented by Independent Writers of Southern California. Arcadia Weekly, p. 12, August 16, 2001.; 108. Anthology to mark city's birthday. Arcadia Councilman Gary Kovacic will edit the second volume of Visions of Arcadia, a new collection of essays to honor the city's 110th birthday. Pasadena Star News, p. A4, March 10, 2013.; 109. Information sheet about Arcadia resident, author and attorney Sanford Perliss. His book A Thousand Invisible Cords is in the Arcadia Authors collection.; 110. Information sheet about Arcadia resident Stephen Jared and his book Ten-a-Week Steale, located in the Arcadia Authors collection.; 111. More Visions of Arcadia, the second anthology of essays edited by Arcadia City Councilman Gary Kovacic, will be showcased November 17, 2013 during the One Community, One Book program produced by Arcadia's Best Foundation. The first book was Visions of Arcadia: a Centennial Anthology, published in 2003 to celebrate Arcadia's 100th birthday. Arcadia Weekly, October 24, 2013.; 112. One Community-One Book. More Visions of Arcadia, edited by Gary Kovacic is a Great book about Arcadia by Arcadians and neighbors. Mountain Views News, November 2, 2013.; 113. Golf Lessons by Michael Wysowski, PGA. Gift from an Arcadia Author.; 114. Author Alexis O'Neill explains the reference to Baldwin Stocker School in Arcadia in her book The Worst Best Friend, a copy of it is located in the Arcadia Authors Collection in the History Room.; 115. Letter from Nancy Bronte Matheny, author of American Made: Discover your amazing ancestor at work in the USA--a Genealogist's Guide. She is a native of Arcadia.; 116A. After years of research, Katie Gee Salisbury, who grew up in Arcadia, has written a book now published by Dutton called "Not Your China Doll." It traces the life of Anna May Wong, an Asian American movie star in the 1920s and '30s. Pasadena Star News web edition, p. 1-2, March 18, 2024. 116B. The surprising Anna May Wong. Like many, author Katie Salisbury was startled to learn of the star, then couldn't stop looking. Article includes pictures of author and Anna May Wong. Pasadena Star News, p. C4, March 24, 2024.

Subjects: Authors

Physical Description: 2 folders

Item ID: 17AF

Collection: Subject Files

Elections-Local

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Contents: 1. City of Arcadia sample ballot, June 16, 1981. 2. "Vote no on A and B." Single sheet by Citizen's for No on Measures A & B for the June 16, 1981 election. 3. "Answer to the School Problem." Single sheet by the Citizen's for No on Measures A & B for the June 16, 1981 election. 4. Consolidated …

Contents: 1. City of Arcadia sample ballot, June 16, 1981.; 2. "Vote no on A and B." Single sheet by Citizen's for No on Measures A & B for the June 16, 1981 election.; 3. "Answer to the School Problem." Single sheet by the Citizen's for No on Measures A & B for the June 16, 1981 election.; 4. Consolidated elections, November 3, 1981.; 5. "Consolidated elections are moving closer." Arcadia Highlander, December 17, 1986.; 6. City of Arcadia sample ballot. General Municipal Election, April 14, 1992.; 7. Planning joins election issues." Arcadia Tribune, March 15, 1964.; 8. "10 candidates reaffirm stand." Arcadia Tribune, no date.; 9. "Council rivals split on library, high rise issues." Arcadia Tribune, March 12, 1964.; 10. "Literature aimed at library used as voting nears." Arcadia Tribune, April 9, 1964.; 11. "Record vote in City races." Arcadia Tribune, April 12, 1964.; 12. "Considine, Forman win Council seats." Arcadia Tribune, April 14, 1964.; 13. City of Arcadia--Special Municipal Election--May 8, 2007--Summary Report. Election results on Measure A and Measure B. They are opposing measures. Measure B passes and prevails.; 14. Argument in favor of Measure B, Arcadia's Transient Occupancy Tax, "bed Tax," by Robert C. Harbicht, Mayor Pro Tem, December 23, 2011; 15. Arcadia Unified School District Special Parcel Tax Election Official Sample Ballot, March 13, 2012.; 16. Three items "Yes on A-Protect Arcadia Schools." Measure A is on the March 7, 2017 Ballot.; 17. Measure A-Arcadia teacher and academic instruction protection measure. Budget update and Measure A information from Dr. Vannasdall, AUSD Superintendent. Mountain Views News, p. 6, February 25, 2017.; 18. A. Notice to voters, Measure A-information about Arcadia Unified Schools local funding measure. B. Measure A to Protect Arcadia Schools, an email sent out on Arcadia High School listserv January 26, 2017. C. Official Sample Ballot March 7, 2017.; 19. Arcadia Unified School District Special Election-Measure A results from www.lavote.net, printed March 18, 2017. Measure A on the March 7, 2017 ballot has passed.; 20. California Voting Rights Act Prompts Arcadia to Draft District Lines. Arcadia Weekly, August 10, 2017.; 21. District-based elections. A. Draft district maps are available for public comment. Mountain Views News, September 2, 2017. B. District-based elections coming soon to Arcadia. Arcadia Weekly, September 21, 2017. C. District-based voting--background, Voting Rights Act lawsuits, process, drawing district boundaries, and City of Arcadia Map, retrieved from City of Arcadia website on September 19, 2017. D. Special City Council Meeting October 11, 2017 regarding transition to district-based elections. E. Finalized Five Council District maps.; 22. Official Sample Ballot City of Arcadia Special Municipal Election June 4, 2019. Three different mailers with Measure A information, regarding 3/4 cent sales tax increase.

Subjects: Elections-Local

Item ID: 85AF

Collection: Subject Files

Elections-Local (1996)

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Contents: 1. "No on Arcadia Measure M - Facts about Measure M." By the No on Measure M Steering Committee, no date. 2. "No on Arcadia Measure M." Letter to 'Dear Arcadia Neighbor', signed by Dick Closson and Gail Jensen, Co-chairs of No on Arcadia Measure M and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc. 3. "No…

Contents: 1. "No on Arcadia Measure M - Facts about Measure M." By the No on Measure M Steering Committee, no date.; 2. "No on Arcadia Measure M." Letter to 'Dear Arcadia Neighbor', signed by Dick Closson and Gail Jensen, Co-chairs of No on Arcadia Measure M and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc.; 3. "No on Measure M" pamphlet by No on Arcadia Measure M and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, no date. Two copies.; 4. "No on Arcadia Measure M - Some facts you should consider before you vote on Arcadia Measure M." By the No on Arcadia Measure M Steering Committee (names listed) and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc., no date. Two copies.; 5. "Summary of Facts About Arcadia Measure M - Vote "NO" on Measure M." Back has a listing of hundreds of names under the heading "No on Arcadia Measure M". By No on Arcadia Measure M and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, no date. Two copies.; 6. "No on Arcadia Measure M" letter listing reasons why. By the No on Arcadia Measure M Steering Committee.; 7. "Arcadia's future." Pamphlet with articles by Vote No on Measure M and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc., no date. Two copies.; 8. Letter to 'Dear Arcadian' from Neal R. Johnson, Chief of Police (retired) and Gerald R Garner, Fire Chief (retired) urging a no vote on Measure M, not dated. No backers listed. Two copies.; 9. Flyer with reasons to vote yes on M, no date. Two copies.; 10. Flyer to vote yes on Measure M by Neighbors for Arcadia, no date. Two copies.; 11. "Vote No on Measure M - It's just bad law." Flyer by No on Arcadia Measure M and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc., no date.; 12. "Arcadians for Sensible Development." Two pages, October 27, 1996, in Chinese.; 13. "Measure M is bad for our community. It is a roadblock to progress." Large card in English and Chinese by Vote No on Measure M and Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc, no date.; 14. "See for yourself why Measure A is bad for Arcadia." Card from No on Arcadia Measure M and Santa Anita Really Enterprises, Inc., no date.; 15. Letter to 'Dear Neighbor' from the Los Angeles Turf Club Inc. and signed by Clifford C. Goodrich, requesting a no vote on Measure M, no date.; 16. Letter to 'Dear Fellow Arcadian' from Clifford C. Goodrich, President of the Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc., requesting a no vote on Measure M.; 17. Letter to 'Dear Fellow Arcadian' from Clifford C. Goodrich, President of the Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc., requesting a no vote on Measure M, October 16, 1996.; 18. Letter to 'Dear Neighbor' from Mary Hansen requesting a no vote on Measure M, no date.; 19. Letter to 'Dear Neighbor' from Mary Peter Ulrich requesting a no vote on Measure M, no date.; 20. Copy of Measure M in two parts. Section 1 - Purpose and Findings. Section 2 - section 25g of the General Plan, Land use element, as amended ...; 21. "No on Arcadia Measure M." Card from Santa Anita Realty Enterprises, Inc. asking for permission to use person's name as an opponent of Measure M and a list of things to check that the person would be willing to do. n.d.; 22. "No on Measure M Committee." Card inviting you to a Campaign Kickoff Reception on October 3, 1996. Dick Closson and Gail Jensen, Co-Chairs.; 23. Staff Report from Office of the City Clerk, August 6, 1996, to Mayor Kuhn and members of the City Council. Subject: Election resolutions -- November 5, 1996 Special Municipal Election. Includes Resolution No. 5937, 5938, 5939, and 5940 describing the election and the text of the initiative ordinance submitted to the voters on the land used for horse racing.

Subjects: Elections-Local (1996)

Item ID: 86AF

Collection: Subject Files

Elections-Local (1998)

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Contents: 1. Campaign literature supporting Measure A (Temporary utility tax measure). 3 items. April, 1998.

Contents: 1. Campaign literature supporting Measure A (Temporary utility tax measure). 3 items. April, 1998.

Subjects: Elections-Local (1998)

Item ID: 253AF

Collection: Subject Files

Elections - Local (2006)

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Contents: 1. Vote Yes on Measure A on April 11 (1 item). Measure A is a bond issue that will provide the additional funds needed to build a grade separation (bridge) over Santa Anita Avenue. 2. Vote Yes on Measures N & P on November 7th. Mailed to residents. Paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P. (owner …

Contents: 1. Vote Yes on Measure A on April 11 (1 item). Measure A is a bond issue that will provide the additional funds needed to build a grade separation (bridge) over Santa Anita Avenue.; 2. Vote Yes on Measures N & P on November 7th. Mailed to residents. Paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P. (owner of Westfield Santa Anita).; 3. Letter from "Our City"committee, urging residents to vote no on Measure N (signage) and Measure P (parking).; 4. Arcadia is our hometown. Vote yes on Measures N & P, paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P. See www.savearcadia.com.; 5. Who says that Measures N & P apply to everyone? Vote yes on Measures N & P, paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P. See www.savearcadia.com.; 6. Keep Arcadia Special. Protect our Community of Homes. Yes on Measures N and P. Sent by www.SaveArcadia.com and paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P.; 7. Arcadia has always had common sense limits on outdoor advertising. Yes on Measures N and P.; 8. It's our city Arcadia, say No to Westfield. Vote No on N and P. Paid for by Our City, a committee against Measures N and P. Website www.our-city.us; 9. Petition for initiative measure to amend the general plan regarding sign regulations. Later known as Measure N on November 7, 2006 special election ballot. (2 copies).; 10. Ballot Measures N and P, November 7, 2006, Special Election. Full text of the measures and arguments for and against.; 11. Literature urging residents to vote yes on Measures N & P. 11a. Arcadians believe our votes matter. 11b. Why am I voting Yes on Measures N & P --Phyllis Nemeth. 11c. Why am I voting Yes on Measures N & P --Ron Morrison. 11d. Why am I voting Yes on Measures N & P --John McMahon. 11e. Politicians don't like it when the people put Prop 13 on the ballot. And now...they don't like that the people put Measures N and P on the ballot. 11f. An important message from Mark Paulson, former president Independent Cities Association.; 12. DVD urging residents to vote Yes on Measures N & P. "Arcadia is our hometown--the facts about Measures N & P." Paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P.; 13. Literature urging residents to vote No on Measures N & P. 13a. "It's our city Arcadia." 13b. "Arcadia could lose $18 million if Measures N & P pass." Paid for by Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc.; 14. Literature sent home with to parents of Camino Grove students, urging yes vote on Measure I on November 7, 2006 ballot. "Highlights of the Measure I Expenditure Plan to Improve Arcadia Schools."; 15. Literature urging voters to vote Yes on Measure I to improve schools, on November 7, 2006 ballot. 4 pieces.; 16. Letter from school superintendent Mimi Hennessy reminding parents to vote yes on Measure I.

Subjects: Elections - Local (2006)

Item ID: 282AF

Collection: Subject Files

Elections - Local (2009)

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Contents: 1. City of Arcadia Sample Ballot and Voter Information Pamphlet, Special Municipal Election, June 9, 2009. 2. Assorted literature on Measure A to be voted on June 9, 2009. Measure A concerns the Utility User's Tax Ordinance on telephone/telecommunications services. (4 items). 3. City of Arcadia Spe…

Contents: 1. City of Arcadia Sample Ballot and Voter Information Pamphlet, Special Municipal Election, June 9, 2009.; 2. Assorted literature on Measure A to be voted on June 9, 2009. Measure A concerns the Utility User's Tax Ordinance on telephone/telecommunications services. (4 items).; 3. City of Arcadia Special Election, June 9, 2009. "Measure A" official count of votes from each precinct. Yes votes = 2091, No votes = 643.

Subjects: Elections - Local (2009)

Item ID: 286AF

Collection: Subject Files

Elections - Local (2007)

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Contents: This ballot was to decide on Measures A and B, regarding eminent domain, Rusnak Mercedes Benz, and Rod's Grill. 1. City of Arcadia sample ballot for Special Municipal Election, May 8, 2007. 2. No on Measure A, Yes on Measure B campaign literature and mailers. (Concerning eminent domain Rod's Grill,…

Contents: This ballot was to decide on Measures A and B, regarding eminent domain, Rusnak Mercedes Benz, and Rod's Grill.; 1. City of Arcadia sample ballot for Special Municipal Election, May 8, 2007.; 2. No on Measure A, Yes on Measure B campaign literature and mailers. (Concerning eminent domain Rod's Grill, Rusnak Mercedes Benz).; 3. Yes on Measure A, No on Measure B campaign literature and mailers. (Concerning eminent domain Rod's Grill, Rusnak Mercedes Benz).

Subjects: Elections - Local (2007)

Item ID: 303AF

Collection: Subject Files

Library-Local Historical Paintings

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Contents: 1. "Historical Art of Valley." Arcadia Tribune, November 10, 1967. Two copies. 2. "Gallery Guide." Guide to historic paintings, eleven pages. Two copies. 3. Invitation to presentation of paintings, November 12, 1967. Copy of brochure, two pages. 4. "Library group will present water colors." Los Ang…

Contents: 1. "Historical Art of Valley." Arcadia Tribune, November 10, 1967. Two copies.; 2. "Gallery Guide." Guide to historic paintings, eleven pages. Two copies.; 3. Invitation to presentation of paintings, November 12, 1967. Copy of brochure, two pages.; 4. "Library group will present water colors." Los Angeles Times, November 9, 1967.; 5. "Historical paintings for." Arcadia Tribune, November 6, 1967.; 6. "Presentation of historical art to be made today" Arcadia Tribune, November 12, 1967.; 7. Edna Lenz and Justine Wishek watercolors. Oral history regarding their 100 watercolors donated to the Arcadia Library from the Friends of the Library. Undated.; 8. Appraisal of Lenz/Wishek paintings by Poulson Galleries, December 1996. Original and acid-free copy.; 9. "Library to keep Lenz/Wishek Watercolor Collection." Arcadia Weekly, March 27, 1997, page 24.; 10. Photo of display rack used to display Lenz/Wishek paintings in the late 1960s-1970s.; 11. "Agreement of Sale." Copy of contract of sale of paintings to the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library by Mrs. Edna B. Lenz and Mrs. Justine J. Wishek. Total amount $2,000. Witnessed and executed August 2nd, 1966. (Original in file cabinet)

Subjects: Library-Local Historical Paintings

Item ID: 144AF

Collection: Subject Files

City of Arcadia- Arcadia Redevelopment Agency

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Contents: City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1962-1984.

Contents: City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1962-1984.

Subjects: City of Arcadia- Arcadia Redevelopment Agency

Location: History Room

Box Number: Box 91

Shelf Number: Shelf C6

Item ID: 397AF

Collection: Subject Files

City of Arcadia -Arcadia Redevelopment Agency

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Contents: City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1985-1991 Amended Agency Bylaws approved by the Agency and Council on March 6, 2001 Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1997 Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1998 Lease Rate Data Inform…

Contents: City of Arcadia – Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Press clippings, 1985-1991; Amended Agency Bylaws approved by the Agency and Council on March 6, 2001; Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1997; Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Financial Statements June 30, 1998; Lease Rate Data Information Sheets-July 1995, July 1998, February 1999, December 1999, June 2001, January 2002, September 2002, April 2003, November 2003.; City of Arcadia Assessed Value (Net Taxable) Fiscal Years 1986-1987 through 2000-2001. City of Arcadia Business License Activity and Building Permit Valuation History for FY 1995-1996 through 2000-2001. Redevelopment Agency Highlights 1974-2001). Partial list of Agency Asssisted Projects.

Subjects: City of Arcadia -Arcadia Redevelopment Agency

Location: History Room

Box Number: Box 92

Shelf Number: Shelf C6

Item ID: 398AF

Collection: Subject Files

Arcadia-Library-Arcadia Public Library Foundation

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Contents: 1. Letter to Arcadia Public Library Foundation from Internal Revenue Service approving federal income tax exemption under section 501(a) as an organization described in section 501(c)(3). Dated June 30, 1995. 2.Arcadia Public Library Foundation brochure from 2005, describing the foundation with don…

Contents: 1. Letter to Arcadia Public Library Foundation from Internal Revenue Service approving federal income tax exemption under section 501(a) as an organization described in section 501(c)(3). Dated June 30, 1995.; 2.Arcadia Public Library Foundation brochure from 2005, describing the foundation with donation form.; 3. "Opening minds to shape our future" brochure outlines the needs and goals of the Arcadia Public Library Foundation.; 4. Arcadia Public Library Foundation letterhead.; 5. Arcadia Public Library Foundation "Capital Campaign" brochure and form for donations, to fill needs associated with the library remodeling project. Circa 1995-1996.; 6. Arcadia Public Library Foundation Patron Recognition luncheon, September 28, 1997.; 7. Page from the library website about the Library Foundation with its goals and history. c. 2015. Note: The Foundation dissolved in 2016.

Subjects: Arcadia-Library-Arcadia Public Library Foundation

Item ID: 287AF

Collection: Subject Files

City of Arcadia Assessment Books of the Property in the City of Arcadia

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Start Date: 1948

End Date: 1954

Contents: City of Arcadia. Assessment books of the property in the City of Arcadia. Includes legal description, last known owner, value of land, taxes paid. 101 A. Book 1. Assessment no. 1-728. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55. Book 2. Assessment no.729-1721. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55. 101 B. Book 3. Assessment…

Start Date: 1948

End Date: 1954

Contents: City of Arcadia. Assessment books of the property in the City of Arcadia. Includes legal description, last known owner, value of land, taxes paid.; 101 A. Book 1. Assessment no. 1-728. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55. Book 2. Assessment no.729-1721. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55.; 101 B. Book 3. Assessment no. 1722-2532. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55. Book 4. Assessment no. 2533-3391. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55.; 101 C. Book 5. Assessment no. 3392-4596. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55. Book 6. Assessment No. 4597-5666. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55.; 101 D. Book 7. Assessment no. 5667-6765. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55. Book 8. Assessment no. 6767-7784A. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55.; 101 E. Book 9. Assessment no. 7785-9032. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55. Book 10. Assessment no. 9033-9976. Tax year 1948/49-1954/55.