Shown at speaker's table at Diamond Jubilee Breakfast are, L-R: James Helms, Chairman of Diamond Jubilee and Sheriff Peter Pitchess who was Grand Marshall of Diamond Jubilee Parade later in the day.
General Robert F. Brainard is being greeted by Diamond Jubilee Chairman James Helms on the way into Diamond Jubilee Breakfast. Others on the left have not been identified.
Group pictured at one of tables for the Diamond Jubilee Breakfast. Man in dark coat facing camera (left side of photo) is Congressman John Rousselot. Others are not identified.
Group shown gathering for Diamond Jubilee Breakfast. Man in white suit with hat is H.T.Michler who had been chairman of one of the early Peach Blossom Festivals held in Arcadia. Others not identified.
Group pictured at tables for Diamond Jubilee Breakfast held at Arboretum. Among those seated at table closest to camera are Congressman John Rousselot, in dark suit, who is talking to Dr. Ed Ryan, Superintendent of Schools for Arcadia.
Pictured at Diamond Jubilee Breakfast held at the Arboretum are, L-R: Sheriff of L.A.Co. Peter Pitchess; Councilman Charles Gilb; and seated, William Orr, who was Chief of Police of Arcadia from 1947-1951.
Group pictured at Diamond Jubilee Ball; none are identified. Six are seen in foreground with the others on the perimeter. Man in left foreground has his right hand in a position of greeting.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Peter Schabarum is seen talking to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Considine near group of people attending Diamond Jubilee Breakfast. Hugo Reid adobe is seen in the background.
1. "$10,000 approved for Diamond Jubilee." Arcadia Tribune, February 26, 1978. 2. "Parade shapes up." Arcadia Tribune, June 1, 1978. 3. Diamond Jubilee symbol, 2 copies. 4. "Food, music, fun at the Peacock Faire." Arcadia Tribune, July 6, 1978. 5. Program for Special Commendation Ceremony, Jul…
7. "Anniversary reminds Arcadia of roots." Los Angeles Times, San Gabriel Valley Section, September 24, 1978, with photos.
8. "Variety of events to mark Arcadia's anniversary fete." News clip, September 24, 1978.
9. "Arcadia Diamond Jubilee celebration set." Highlander, September 27, 1978.
10. "City gets ready for Diamond Jubilee." Arcadia Tribune, September 24, 1978.
11. "Celebration unites yesterday/today." Arcadia Tribune, September 28, 1978.
12. "Arcadia's Diamond Jubilee events." West Arcadia Hub Shopper, September 27, 1978.
13. Invitations, place card, ball program for Centennial Ball, September 30, 1978.
14. "Diamond Jubilee: happy mixture." Arcadia Tribune, October 5, 1978, two pages of photos.
15. Information on the Sm. Barton family entry in the Arcadia Diamond Jubilee parade, September 30, 1978.
16. Articles on the Diamond Jubilee from the Arcadia Tribune.
17. "Arcadia's 75 years chronicled at library." Better Living, August 1, 1978, page 3.
18. Notes of the library exhibit held August 9, 1978, for the Centennial Celebration Diamond Jubilee.
19. "Arcadia, California 1903-1978." (The Story of Arcadia, California by Richard Miller.) Dedicated to the people of Arcadia by Home Federal Savings and Loan Association. Arcadia Diamond Jubilee, 1903-1978. Booklet which includes photos from the Arcadia Public Library History Room.
Newcastle, Australia will help celebrate Arcadia's Diamond Jubilee with a band concert and party. It is hoped that Arcadia Park, in Newcastle, will be ready in time for a dedication in September.
Jeep being driven in Diamond Jubilee Parade carrying James Helms, Chairman of Diamond Jubilee, and his wife. Driver and other person in front seat not identified.