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Baldwin, Baldwin M.

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Contents: 1. "Wife divorces grandson of Lucky Baldwin." Los Angeles Times, August 28, 1964. 2. "Yachtsman, art patron Baldwin dies." Los Angeles Times, September 23, 1970. 3. "Baldwin's grandson succumbs." Arcadia Tribune, September 27, 1970. 4. " '78 showcase full of tales." Pasadena Star News, April 2,…

Contents: 1. "Wife divorces grandson of Lucky Baldwin." Los Angeles Times, August 28, 1964.; 2. "Yachtsman, art patron Baldwin dies." Los Angeles Times, September 23, 1970.; 3. "Baldwin's grandson succumbs." Arcadia Tribune, September 27, 1970.; 4. " '78 showcase full of tales." Pasadena Star News, April 2, 1978.; 5. "The man they called Lucky." San Francisco Chronicle, February 26, 1967.; 6. "Baldwin heir is married." Temple Times, July 24, 1924.; 7. An Arcadian Mother-Son Legacy, by Galen Patterson. Arcadia Weekly, May 17, 2018. Biographical information on Baldwin M. Baldwin.; 8. California standard certificate of birth Baldwin McClaughry Baldwin (now Baldwin M. Baldwin), born March 21, 1904. Certificate signed June 17, 1921. Mother's maiden named listed as Anita M. Baldwin. Father was Hull McClaughry.

Subjects: Baldwin, Baldwin M.

Item ID: 21AF

Collection: Subject Files

Arcadia (City) History (1920-1930)

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Contents: 1. "Arcadia." San Gabriel Valley Monthly, April 1928. By J.E. Roacher, Secretary of Chamber of Commerce. 2. "Arcadia." San Gabriel Valley Monthly, July/August 1928. By Jessie O. Stewart. 3. "Arcadia." San Gabriel Valley Monthly, May/June 1928. By Jessie O. Stewart. 4. "Arcadia from another's…

Contents: 1. "Arcadia." San Gabriel Valley Monthly, April 1928. By J.E. Roacher, Secretary of Chamber of Commerce.; 2. "Arcadia." San Gabriel Valley Monthly, July/August 1928. By Jessie O. Stewart.; 3. "Arcadia." San Gabriel Valley Monthly, May/June 1928. By Jessie O. Stewart.; 4. "Arcadia from another's view." News clip, June 1921. By H.W. Patton.; 5. "Arcadia has active year." News clip and photos, circa 1925. From the scrapbook of Alton Green.; 6. "Our property cost $4,000." Information from Vera Van Iwaarden as to the cost of her families property in 1925. She also states which families were already settled in the area and which arrived later.; 7. "Arcadia profile." Los Angeles Times - Real Estate section, April 10, 1924.; 8. "Foothills have building spurt." Los Angeles Times - Real Estate section, July 1, 1923.; 9. "Swan song of hobos being sung at old span." Pasadena Star News, October 27, 1929.; 10. "Arcadia." San Gabriel Valley Digest, April 1930. 15 pages.; 11. "Arcadia tells lot of history." Daily News Post, January 4, 1968. Reports recollections of Tom Herreron, whose family came to Arcadia in 1921.; 12. "Chicken farm run by Denmark Prince." Arcadia Tribune, July 24, 1968.; 13. "El Monte, Arcadia, Duarte center of developments in farm and civic activity." Los Angeles Times - Real Estate section, August 10, 1924.; 14. "Street dance band concert attracts throng." News clip, August 12, 1925.; 15. "Arcadia in 1926." News panorama photo of First and Huntington, August 17, 1969.; 16. "Arcadia, Southern California." Arcadia Chamber of Commerce brochure, 1928.; 17. Arcadia in the 1920's, as remembered by Mrs. Seaquist. Hand-drawn map of various business establishments.; 18. San Gabriel Valley Digest, April 1930. Full issue with same information as content #10 of this folder. Shelved in archives.; 19. Los Angeles County Tax receipts for years 1921, 1922, and 1925-1926 of George W. Grandy.; 20. Arcadia's Council puts ban on hogs. Pasadena Star News May 23, 1921.; 21. Large List of Entries Being Made in Third Annual Fete Planned by Women in Arcadia. Exhibit of chrysanthemums and flowers and plants of all kinds at the Santa Anita Club. Entertainment includes a fun house, refreshment booths, a dark skinned palmist, various concessions and dancing. Also on same page: Giants' Pitcher Visits Arcadia. Fred Fitzsimmons of the New York Giants, noted "knuckleball" pitcher of the National League visits in-laws Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Borgers at 121 East Walnut Street, for the winter. He will assist his brother-in-law John Borger with raising fancy chickens here. Pasadena Star News, November 1, 1928.; 22. Water Rages Down Santa Anita Wash in Arcadia, Flooding Homes. Photo with caption: This picture was taken yesterday at Colorado and Second Streets in Arcadia, showing the raging Santa Anita Wash which overflowed its channel, marooning some residents and forcing scores to leave their homes. News clipping, March 3, 1930.

Subjects: Arcadia (City) History (1920-1930)

Item ID: 116AF

Collection: Subject Files

Arcadia (City) History (1930-1940)

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Contents: 1. "Arcadia, Southern California." Copy of Arcadia City Directory, 1938. 2. Site of Santa Anita Golf Course, 1936. News photo and caption, February 22, 1967. On the reverse is an account of the development of the Golf Course. 3. Growth of Arcadia given by Ranch Santa Anita, Inc. Four pages of…

Contents: 1. "Arcadia, Southern California." Copy of Arcadia City Directory, 1938.; 2. Site of Santa Anita Golf Course, 1936. News photo and caption, February 22, 1967. On the reverse is an account of the development of the Golf Course.; 3. Growth of Arcadia given by Ranch Santa Anita, Inc. Four pages of news clippings, 1938.; 4. "Three hundred 'extras' as film made." Arcadia Journal, September 23, 1930.; 5. "Council asks for 2,000 days labor." Arcadia Journal, November 17, 1933.; 6. "Santa Anita Recreation Center." Six pages by Mr. Treadwell detailing development of what is now Los Angeles County Park in Arcadia.; 7. " A 'Lucky' break marks the start of success." Monrovia Newspost, February 16, 1963. Includes several photos of the 1930's.; 8. News photo and clip of the Arcadia business districts, 1934.; 9. "The Drive-In Market." Source unknown, 1934.; 10. "Armistice Day, November 11, 1934." Arcadia Tribune supplement, September 14, 1978.; 11. "Queen celebrates time of progress." Arcadia Tribune supplement, September 14, 1978.; 12."Old newspaper brings back." Arcadia Tribune, September 26, 1974.; 13. "PTA thrift shop does wonderful work." News clip and photos of volunteers, 1933.; 14. "Mrs. Emma Hainer." News clip, 1933.; 15. "Harry A. Link." News clip, 1933.; 16. "Henry Seaman." News clip, 1933.; 17. "Salaries of city officials for 1939." Arcadia Tribune, April 10, 1980.; 18. "Summer homes in the hills of Uncle Sam." News clip, April 25, 1930. Describes the possibility of a road being put through the San Gabriels north of the city and availability of leasing summer cabin sites from the government.; 19. "Post Office serves many patrons." News clip and photo of Postmaster J.V. Covell, 1934.; 20. Walker's Bugle, January, 1934. Volume I, number 1. Small newspaper published by Bob and Jim Walker, owners of Walker's Bar-B-Q on Huntington Drive. Copied from the original owned by Bert Daniels, February 25, 1981.; 21. "Carefree day to be staged here Sunday." Arcadia Tribune, May 20, 1937. Regarding huge barbecue held on the Rancho.; 22. "Fiesta plans recall early California's joys." Los Angeles Times, May 22, 1937.; 23. "Expect large crowd for natal affair." Arcadia Tribune, August 3, 1934.; 24. Speech given to the Arcadia Historical Society on July 21, 1955 on the history of Arcadia from 1936 to 1955. Given by F. Wesley Davies of the Chandler Syndicate, which purchased 1300 acres (approximately 47%) of Arcadia in 1936.; 25. Transfer of Southland Forest Service Headquarters to 10-Acre Plant in Arcadia Under Way This Week. New warehouse site on Double Drive, Arcadia, will house and service $750,000 worth of machinery and supplies including tractors, trucks, steam shovels, and other equipment. Article contains photos. Caption reads: In the Pictures: Forestry Officials John Mirch, A.J. Mueller and Clyde Thyberg, left to right in top photo, directed construction of new Arcadia plant. Some of tractors used in firefighting are shown in second scene in storage lot at Arcadia. Mechanical shops. Lower photo, for servicing equipment used out of new headquarters. Pasadena Star News, July 3, 1939.

Subjects: Arcadia (City) History (1930-1940)

Item ID: 117AF

Collection: Subject Files

Hoeppel, John H.

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Contents: 1. Biographical Directory of the American Congress 1774-1931 (photocopy). 2. A premature autobiographic epitaph by John H. Hoeppel. April 1967. 3. Biographical Directory of the United States Congress 1774-1989, Bicentennial Edition. Biography of John H. Hoeppel who was Postmaster of Arcadia (1…

Contents: 1. Biographical Directory of the American Congress 1774-1931 (photocopy).; 2. A premature autobiographic epitaph by John H. Hoeppel. April 1967.; 3. Biographical Directory of the United States Congress 1774-1989, Bicentennial Edition. Biography of John H. Hoeppel who was Postmaster of Arcadia (1923-1931) and a Congressman (1933-1937).; 4. "Rosary set today for J. Hoeppel." Arcadia Tribune, September 23, 1976, page A-1.; 5. "Hoeppel expects appreciation." Letter to Publisher, newspaper unknown, September 30, 1935.; 6. "Congressman Hoeppel greeted at Arcadia; crowd estimated 6000." Monrovia Journal, October 1, 1935.

Subjects: Hoeppel, John H.

Item ID: 124AF

Collection: Subject Files

Hoeppel, John H. Papers.

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Contents: Hoeppel, John H. Papers. Includes correspondence, photographs, biographical information, scrapbook pages. Span 1900s – 1969 (1 of 3)

Contents: Hoeppel, John H. Papers. Includes correspondence, photographs, biographical information, scrapbook pages. Span 1900s – 1969 (1 of 3)

Subjects: Hoeppel, John H. Papers.

Location: History Room

Box Number: Box 57

Shelf Number: Shelf C3

Item ID: 369AF

Collection: Subject Files

Hoeppel, John H. Papers.

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Contents: Hoeppel, John H. Papers. Includes correspondence, photographs, biographical information, scrapbook pages. Span 1900s – 1969 (2 or 3)

Contents: Hoeppel, John H. Papers. Includes correspondence, photographs, biographical information, scrapbook pages. Span 1900s – 1969 (2 or 3)

Subjects: Hoeppel, John H. Papers.

Location: History Room

Box Number: Box 58

Shelf Number: Shelf C3

Item ID: 370AF

Collection: Subject Files

Hoeppel, John H. Papers.

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Contents: Hoeppel, John H. Papers. Includes correspondence, photographs, biographical information, scrapbook pages. Span 1900s – 1969 (3 of 3)

Contents: Hoeppel, John H. Papers. Includes correspondence, photographs, biographical information, scrapbook pages. Span 1900s – 1969 (3 of 3)

Subjects: Hoeppel, John H. Papers.

Location: History Room

Box Number: Box 59

Shelf Number: Shelf C3

Item ID: 371AF

Collection: Subject Files

Library Building (1930-1959)

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Contents: 1. "Many people enjoy Arcadia's new modern public library." Arcadia Tribune, August 3, 1934. 2. Book Week, 1947. Photos. 3. "Library Board holds open house in new addition." Arcadia Tribune, June 26, 1947. 4. "Library boasts outdoor reading room." Pasadena Star News, April 28, 1947. 5. "Libra…

Contents: 1. "Many people enjoy Arcadia's new modern public library." Arcadia Tribune, August 3, 1934.; 2. Book Week, 1947. Photos.; 3. "Library Board holds open house in new addition." Arcadia Tribune, June 26, 1947.; 4. "Library boasts outdoor reading room." Pasadena Star News, April 28, 1947.; 5. "Library Board holding patio room reception." Arcadia Tribune, June 12, 1947.; 6. "Officials to view library." Pasadena Star News, June 15, 1947 and June 20, 1947.; 7. Letter to the editor on library building. Arcadia Tribune, January 11, 1951. Two copies.; 8. "Colorful patio of library now ready to open." Arcadia Advertiser, June 18, 1947.; 9. "Library sale plan studied." News clip, November 23, no year.; 10. Children's room addition north First Street floor plan.; 11. "City library:past of dollar woes, relocation." Arcadia Tribune, June 15, 1978.; 12. Packet on building and opening of children's wing.; 13. Library bonds sold by city council. Arcadia now ready for ordering building. Ralph Ericsson, owner of Ericsson Drug Store is new trustee. Architects Marston & Maybury of Pasadena have prepared the plans for a Spanish type building. Larger view on attached page. Pasadena Star News, February 7, 1929.

Subjects: Library Building (1930-1959)

Item ID: 138AF

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.