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The Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop serves a dual purpose: a non-profit department store with thrift shop prices and as a local welfare agency for those in need. The article discusses the types of assistance given. All programs are funded by sales from the thrift shop.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: July 11, 1982

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: July 11, 1982

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop

Item ID: 513AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Wayne and Marlene Stam own the Fun Shop at 707 S. First Avenue in Arcadia where they carry old baseball cards. Article discusses baseball card collecting.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: February 14, 1980

Pages: p. B-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: February 14, 1980

Pages: p. B-1

Subjects: Fun Shop

Item ID: 775AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

City Council denied a move by Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners' Association to stop construction of a large new home in its neighborhood. Mayor Bob Harbicht commented, "This is the land of the free."

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: November 6, 1988

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: November 6, 1988

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: Homeowners Associations

Item ID: 1741AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

The Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop is beginning its 51st year. Thrift shop manager Dorothy Smith tells of the changes and growth since its opening during the depression, and describes the types of merchandise to be found in the "non-profit department store with thrift shop prices."

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: June 6, 1982

Pages: p. A-1 photo

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: June 6, 1982

Pages: p. A-1 photo

Subjects: Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop

Item ID: 511AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

A nationwide forgery scheme uncovered by the Arcadia Police Department has resulted in the arrest of three men at the Santa Anita Avenue branch of the Bank of America.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: September 11, 1980

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: September 11, 1980

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: Crime and Criminals

Item ID: 1361AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Reprint of article that appeared in a newspaper in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. about the old-time ad wallpaper at Henry's Barber Shop

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 11, 1980

Pages: p. A-2 photo

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 11, 1980

Pages: p. A-2 photo

Subjects: Henry's Barber Shop

Item ID: 777AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Arcadia has unique welfare facility that doesn't cost taxpayers even one penny. Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop provides emergency and temporary welfare throughout Arcadia Unified School District. Program financed by sale at shop of donated clothing, furniture, books, tableware and even automobiles.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 1, 1984

Pages: p. 1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 1, 1984

Pages: p. 1

Subjects: Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop

Item ID: 515AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Nanci Lee Stewart, experienced in merchandising, has been appointed the new manager of the Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop, succeeding Dorothy Smith, who is retiring after 10 1/2 years as manager.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 22, 1984

Pages: p. 1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 22, 1984

Pages: p. 1

Subjects: Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop

Item ID: 512AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Dorothy Cowan Smith, for 30 years active in Arcadia business community, has retired as manager of the Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop, with which she has been affiliated for more than 18 years.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 26, 1984

Pages: p. 1 photo

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 26, 1984

Pages: p. 1 photo

Subjects: Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop

Item ID: 514AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Arcadia store specializes in goods made by Indians. When Thea Connolly opened her store on South First Avenue in Arcadia 20 years ago, she called it White Eyes Indian Shop, an Indian name of White Eyes bestowed on her by Chief Joe of the Hopi tribe.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: September 4, 1983

Pages: p. 1 photo

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: September 4, 1983

Pages: p. 1 photo

Subjects: White Eyes Indian Shop

Item ID: 847AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Voters resoundingly defeated the two measures aimed at bailing the school district out of its financial difficulties. Results are given.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: June 18, 1981

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: June 18, 1981

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: Schools - Finance

Item ID: 2929AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Members of the Board of Education have spoken out on the drug arrests last December at the high school. Their views on the matter are given.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 18, 1982

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: January 18, 1982

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: Drug Trafficking

Item ID: 1464AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Arcadian Bob Knox has been scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 5 for 18 years. He has been awarded the "Good Scout Award" by the San Gabriel Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: February 1, 1981

Pages: p. A-2 photo

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: February 1, 1981

Pages: p. A-2 photo

Subjects: Knox, Bob

Item ID: 1891AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Drivers in Arcadia who display courteous driving habits will be pulled over by Arcadia police during the month of April and be rewarded with a free prime rib dinner at the Cask 'n Cleaver Restaurant in a good driving incentive program.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 10, 1988

Pages: p. A-2 photo

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 10, 1988

Pages: p. A-2 photo

Subjects: Automobile Safety

Item ID: 586AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Grand opening festivities for the newly remodeled West Arcadia Hub Shopping Center will take place on October 9, 1987.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: October 7, 1987

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: October 7, 1987

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: West Arcadia Hub Shopping Center

Item ID: 3489AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

L.A. County plans to contract out both the maintenance and operation of area parks to private companies. Many fear such a move will result in charging tennis players to use the city's 12 tennis courts.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: Paril 7, 1985

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: Paril 7, 1985

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: Parks

Item ID: 2136AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Arcadia teachers have moved closer to a walk-out, as 89% of the teachers at a general meeting voted to call a strike if necessary.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 17, 1988

Pages: p. A-1 photo

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 17, 1988

Pages: p. A-1 photo

Subjects: Schools - Employees

Item ID: 2797AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Helen Schrader, former editor of the Arcadia Tribune, was honored at a reception. She is moving to Georgia. Article outlines her career as a journalist.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 2, 1989

Pages: p. A-1, B-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: April 2, 1989

Pages: p. A-1, B-1

Subjects: Arcadia Tribune - Schrader, Helen

Item ID: 509AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Foulger Ford, which announced a move to Monrovia this January, will not be leaving Arcadia after all. Stan Foulger, owner of the dealership, did not wish to comment on the reason for his change of plans. Foulger has 7 years left on his lease.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: March 22, 1987

Pages: p. 1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: March 22, 1987

Pages: p. 1

Subjects: Foulger Ford

Item ID: 772AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

Arcadia planning commission has given preliminary approval to a request to operate a residential recovery center for women battling alcoholism. The Spencer Recovery Center would be located at 180 West Huntington Drive.

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Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: August 28, 1988

Pages: p. A-1

Newspaper: Arcadia Tribune

Date: August 28, 1988

Pages: p. A-1

Subjects: Spencer Recovery Center

Item ID: 3257AN

Collection: Newspaper Index

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The Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop serves a dual purpose: a non-profit department store with thrift shop prices and as a local welfare agency for those in need. The article discusses the types of assistance given. All programs are funded by sales from the thrift shop.

Wayne and Marlene Stam own the Fun Shop at 707 S. First Avenue in Arcadia where they carry old baseball cards. Article discusses baseball card collecting.

City Council denied a move by Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners' Association to stop construction of a large new home in its neighborhood. Mayor Bob Harbicht commented, "This is the land of the free."

The Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop is beginning its 51st year. Thrift shop manager Dorothy Smith tells of the changes and growth since its opening during the depression, and describes the types of merchandise to be found in the "non-profit department store with thrift shop prices."

A nationwide forgery scheme uncovered by the Arcadia Police Department has resulted in the arrest of three men at the Santa Anita Avenue branch of the Bank of America.

Reprint of article that appeared in a newspaper in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. about the old-time ad wallpaper at Henry's Barber Shop

Nanci Lee Stewart, experienced in merchandising, has been appointed the new manager of the Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop, succeeding Dorothy Smith, who is retiring after 10 1/2 years as manager.

Dorothy Cowan Smith, for 30 years active in Arcadia business community, has retired as manager of the Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop, with which she has been affiliated for more than 18 years.

Arcadia store specializes in goods made by Indians. When Thea Connolly opened her store on South First Avenue in Arcadia 20 years ago, she called it White Eyes Indian Shop, an Indian name of White Eyes bestowed on her by Chief Joe of the Hopi tribe.

Voters resoundingly defeated the two measures aimed at bailing the school district out of its financial difficulties. Results are given.

Members of the Board of Education have spoken out on the drug arrests last December at the high school. Their views on the matter are given.

Arcadian Bob Knox has been scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 5 for 18 years. He has been awarded the "Good Scout Award" by the San Gabriel Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America.

Drivers in Arcadia who display courteous driving habits will be pulled over by Arcadia police during the month of April and be rewarded with a free prime rib dinner at the Cask 'n Cleaver Restaurant in a good driving incentive program.

Grand opening festivities for the newly remodeled West Arcadia Hub Shopping Center will take place on October 9, 1987.

L.A. County plans to contract out both the maintenance and operation of area parks to private companies. Many fear such a move will result in charging tennis players to use the city's 12 tennis courts.

Arcadia teachers have moved closer to a walk-out, as 89% of the teachers at a general meeting voted to call a strike if necessary.

Helen Schrader, former editor of the Arcadia Tribune, was honored at a reception. She is moving to Georgia. Article outlines her career as a journalist.

Foulger Ford, which announced a move to Monrovia this January, will not be leaving Arcadia after all. Stan Foulger, owner of the dealership, did not wish to comment on the reason for his change of plans. Foulger has 7 years left on his lease.

Arcadia planning commission has given preliminary approval to a request to operate a residential recovery center for women battling alcoholism. The Spencer Recovery Center would be located at 180 West Huntington Drive.