Original name of the light rail was the Gold Line. Later, Gold Line was temporarily renamed L-Line and officially renamed A-Line aka Blue Line effective June 16, 2023. 1. Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension, Winter 2011. A 2-sided information flyer including quick facts, project funding, constructio…
Original name of the light rail was the Gold Line. Later, Gold Line was temporarily renamed L-Line and officially renamed A-Line aka Blue Line effective June 16, 2023.
1. Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension, Winter 2011. A 2-sided information flyer including quick facts, project funding, construction authority background that accompanied a model of the Metro Gold Line on display at the library starting in early 2011.
2. Metro Gold Line Extension information in a supplement called "Civic Leadership" in the Pasadena Star News, January 31, 2011. "Once the environmental process is completed in 2012, the project will be ready for funding at the local and federal levels. Metro has made funding the Foothill Extension from Azusa to Montclair a priority project for the agency.
3. Memo from Jason Kruckeberg, Asst. City Manager / Development Services Director and Phil Wray, Deputy Director of Development Services/City Engineer to Mayor and City Council re: Discussion of Gold Line Project Status-City's Commitments and Progress Review. August 16, 2011.
4. Artist renderings of future Arcadia Station and I-210 Gold Line Bridge (to resemble weaved baskets).
5. Introducing six new stations in five cities--Arcadia, Monrovia, Duarte, Irwindale, Azusa-Alameda and Azusa-Citrus. Construction completion on track for 2015. Habib F. Balian, CEO of Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension Construction Authority is pictured. An award winning team of contractors and engineers include Skanska, Hill International, Jacobs, Patterson & Associates, Inc.
6. Staff report from Jason Kruckeberg to Mayor and City Council, April 3, 2012 re: report, discussion and direction regarding Gold Line parking structure and transit plaza, with drawings.
7. Three train bridges, station coming. Mountain Views News, p. 6, February 16, 2013.
8. Foothill Gold Line extension updates. Arcadia Weekly, p. 8, February 21, 2013. Updates on design work, demolition, station locations.
9. Santa Anita Bridge groundbreaking.Mountain Views News, p. 7, April 20, 2013.
10. Gold Line construction extends closure of Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena Star News, p. A3, May 4, 2013.
11. Gold Line bridge project to conclude on Colorado Boulevard. Nearly five months of construction ends, but heavy work to begin on Santa Anita Avenue. Pasadena Star News, p. A10. May 29, 2013.
12. Gold Line construction moving forward. First Avenue in Arcadia to open by the end of March. Arcadia Weekly, March 13, 2014.
13. Gold Line station art revealed, April 29, 2014. Retrieved from http://arcadiachamber.org on May 1, 2014.
14. Foothill Gold Line Pasadena to Azusa Update. Construction (bridges, at-grade crossings) continues on time and on budget for a September 2015 turn-over to Metro. Mountain Views News, Section B-p. 1, June 6, 2014.
15. Downtown Arcadia intersection at Huntington and Second will be closed for Gold Line construction, August 6, 2014. Retrieved from www.pasadenastarnews.com on August 11, 2014.
16. Chamber's key role in Gold Line station by Scott Hettrick, August 24, 2015. Retrieved from ArcadiaCAChamber.org on August 25, 2015.
17. Foothill Gold Line Newsletter. Third quarter 2014, with construction update and inserts about Arcadia Station (station artist Michael Davis) and Who Knew Building a Light Rail Track Could Be So Interesting?
18. A-C. 18A. City of Arcadia Holiday Tree Lighting and Dedication December 5, 2015 at Arcadia Transit Plaza. 18B. Arcadia Transit Plaza Dedication Ceremony November 6, 2014. 18C. Arcadia's Grand Opening Celebrationg. Gold Line is coming to Arcadia Saturday, March 5, 2016-Ribbon cutting and station celebration (2 copies).
19. Metro to offer free rides on new Gold Line extension March 5: community events planned at five stations. Arcadia Station at 201 N. First Avenue. Arcadia Weekly, February 25, 2016.
20. Gold Line extension unlikely to affect big traffic jams: history shows trains won't impact freeways. Pasadena Star News, March 2, 2016.
21.Two articles. Where the gold train takes you. Riding the new Gold Line Foothill Extension? Check out 21 activities, local attractions. Art at new Gold Line stations tells cities' stories. Pasadena Star News, March 1, 2016.
22. Opening Day of Metro Gold Line Arcadia Station marketing items: Metro Map & Pocket Guide; Metro Rider's Guide; Arcadia Shop dine stay enjoy coupon book; What is Tap? Instructional Coloring Book; Celebrate the grand opening March 5, 2016 flyer; Heads up watch for trains perforated train model of Kinkisharyo P3010.
23. The ABCs of the Gold Line. Arcadia Weekly, March 3, 2016.
24. All aboard! Metro's Gold Line comes a long way to connect Pasadena to Azusa on Saturday. Pasadena Weekly, March 3, 2016.
25. City of Arcadia celebrates opening of the Gold Line Extension. Arcadia Transit introduces new shuttle service in conjunction with Metro Gold Line opening. Mountain Views News, February 27, 2016.
26. Gold Line fuels nearby projects: extension generating money for area cities. Pasadena Star News, p. A1, A5, February 29, 2016.
27. Wheels: Go east young man: Gold Line opening ceremony prompts historic musings on the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe. Pasadena Weekly, p. 14, March 3, 2016. By Lauren Holland.
28. L Line (Gold) Metro Rail Schedule, Metro Rail Azusa-Union Station-East LA, effective April 9, 2023.
29. A-B. 29A. June 2023 map of all Metro rail lines, Metro busway routes, regional rail (Amtrak and Metrolink) and airport transportation (airport shuttle, LAX FlyAway and LAX shuttle). 29B. A Line Metro Rail schedule effective June 16, 2023 on two sheets. Includes map, connections and parking.
30. A-D. 30A. Meet the Line Letters - Nuevos Nombres. Folded map of Metro Rail & Busway. Shows all Metro Rail lines, Metro Busway routes, Regional rail (Amtrak and Metrolink) and airport transportation (airport shuttle, LAX FlyAway and LAX shuttle). Explanations in English and Spanish. Dated October 2022. 30B. Metro rail is growing! Brochure explaining changes in names, stations, and routes when Metro completes the Regional Connector Transit Project on June 16, 2023. Includes map. In English and Spanish. 30C. Meet the new lineup = Conozca nuestra neva alineacion. Folded map of Metro Rail and Busway routes. Shows all Metro Rail lines, Metro Busway routes, Regional rail (Amtrak and Metrolink) and airport transportation (airport shuttle, LAX FlyAway and LAX shuttle). Explanations In English and Spanish. Dated June 2023. 30D. Go Metro map & pocket guide. Folded map of Metro Rail & Busway. Shows all Metro Rail lines, Metro Busway routes, Regional rail (Amtrak and Metrolink) and airport transportation (airport shuttle, LAX FlyAway and LAX shuttle). Includes information on fares, hours, and important contacts. Dated August 2023.
1. "Foothill freeway time table." News clip, July 18, 1966. 2. "Foothill freeway route." Map published by the City of Arcadia, undated. 3. Foothill freeway will open." Arcadia News Post, June 12, 1968. 4. "Foothill freeway in East Pasadena and Arcadia." Brochure from the California State Divisi…
1. "Red Cross backed by concerned community." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978, supplement news clip. 2. "Red Cross to have new building?" Arcadia Tribune, March 25, 1979, news clip p.A-1. 3. "Your local Red Cross chapter in action." Pasadena Star News, June 1981, advertising supplement. …
1. "Red Cross backed by concerned community." Arcadia Tribune, September 14, 1978, supplement news clip.
2. "Red Cross to have new building?" Arcadia Tribune, March 25, 1979, news clip p.A-1.
3. "Your local Red Cross chapter in action." Pasadena Star News, June 1981, advertising supplement. Includes architect's drawing of new building planned.
4. "Citizen of the Year - Evie Barrett." Arcadia Highlander, June 11, 1986, p.2, photo.
5. Arcadia Chapter Newsletter, July 1991.
6. Arcadia Chapter Newsletter, February 1994.
7. Octoberfest Fund Raiser invitation, October 10, 1994.
8. Highlights of Arcadia Red Cross History, Sierra Madre News, June 22, 1995, p. 9. by Dorothy Denne.
1. "Arcadia's bicentennial seal design is chosen." Undated news clip, circa February 1976. 2. Arcadia bicentennial seal. (Two seals in envelope) 3. "April arrival date confirmed for Armed Forces 'Caravan'." Undated news clip, circa March 1976. 4. Arcadia Bicentennial Commission (List of membe…
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 …
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.
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…
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.
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 …
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.
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…
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.
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,…
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…
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)
American Association of University Women (AAUW)-Arcadia Branch Collection, 1950-2000s The Arcadia branch of AAUW was founded in 1950 and disbanded in 2016. First of three boxes.
Chronological Folders 1950-2000s
AAUW Bulletin (newsletter), Arcadia Branch 1950-1971 (various months and missing years)…
American Association of University Women (AAUW)-Arcadia Branch Collection, 1950-2000s
The Arcadia branch of AAUW was founded in 1950 and disbanded in 2016. First of three boxes.
Chronological Folders 1950-2000s
AAUW Bulletin (newsletter), Arcadia Branch 1950-1971 (various months and missing years)
The folder for each fiscal year (July through June) 1972-2000, may contain the following items (some items and months may be missing):
Bulletin (newsletter)
Membership directory
Annual report
Installation program pamphlet
Newsletters AAUW Arcadia Jan 2009-May/June 2015
AAUW Arcadia Branch membership directories 2001-2004
Misc. booklets-AAUW and other women’s organizations
American Association of University Women (AAUW)-Arcadia Branch Collection, 1950-2000s. The Arcadia branch of AAUW was founded in 1950 and disbanded in 2016. Second of three boxes. Subject Files:
AAUW Pamphlets
AAUW Related Articles
Branch Audits
Branch Awards
Budgets
Correspondence
Festive Fair
Fu…
American Association of University Women (AAUW)-Arcadia Branch Collection, 1950-2000s. The Arcadia branch of AAUW was founded in 1950 and disbanded in 2016. Second of three boxes. Subject Files:
AAUW Pamphlets
AAUW Related Articles
Branch Audits
Branch Awards
Budgets
Correspondence
Festive Fair
Fundraisers
Historian Reports
International Federation of University Women
Los Angeles District
Los Angeles Olympics: EFP Fundraising Project
Meeting Sites
Membership
Membership Surveys
Minutes (3 files)
Museum Site
President’s File (2 files)
President’s Mailing
Press Releases 1992-2016
Programs
Public Policy
Social Issues
State Conventions
Stationery & Printing (letterhead)
Taxes
Tech Trek 2001-2016
Treasurer’s Reports
Tri-District Conference
United Nations
Woman of Achievement
Women’s Work/Women’s Worth
This box is missing as of early 2023 (this note written on 4/12/2023).
American Association of University Women (AAUW)-Arcadia Branch Collection, 1950-2000s. The Arcadia branch of AAUW was founded in 1950 and disbanded in 2016. Subject Files:
1. Slides, November 1967, Festive Fair Christmas Event …
This box is missing as of early 2023 (this note written on 4/12/2023).
American Association of University Women (AAUW)-Arcadia Branch Collection, 1950-2000s. The Arcadia branch of AAUW was founded in 1950 and disbanded in 2016. Subject Files:
1. Slides, November 1967, Festive Fair Christmas Event at Santa Anita Park
2. Slides, March 1983, Math & Science Career Conference
3. “Power of One Vote” poster, November 3, 1987, AAUW Voter Education Campaign
4. Proclamations from the City of Arcadia
a. AAUW Action for Equity Week, March 11, 1980
b. Women’s History Week, February 23, 1982
c. AAUW Week, February 19, 1982
d. AAUW Week, March 9, 1983
e. AAUW Week, March 18, 1984
f. AAUW March 6, 1988
5. Award to the AAUW Arcadia Branch in appreciation for outstanding fundraising in per capita giving for 1980-1981, Given June 22, 1981.
6. Scrapbook of the AAUW-Arcadia Branch, 1967-1968, President Marjorie Thomas (Mrs. Frank Thomas). Includes pictures and news clippings.
7. Sharon Shuster audio cassette tape “Radical thoughts/outrageous acts.” Copyright 1992, 27 minutes.
8. AAUW Arcadia Branch rubber stamp
San Gabriel Mission -- Established in 1771 by Frs. Cambon and Somera, the fourth of 21 missions built by the Franciscan Fathers along El Camino Real. It became known as "The Queen of the Missions". The largest and richest of the missions, its fertile lands extended from the Pacific Ocean to the San…
San Gabriel Mission -- Established in 1771 by Frs. Cambon and Somera, the fourth of 21 missions built by the Franciscan Fathers along El Camino Real. It became known as "The Queen of the Missions". The largest and richest of the missions, its fertile lands extended from the Pacific Ocean to the San Bernardino Mountains, and the entire "Valley" was under its jurisdiction.
Mission Bells (San Gabriel Mission) -- Brought from Spain for the belfry (campanario), the bells, in their rope-worn niches, are still used on occasion.
Mission Bells (San Gabriel Mission) -- Brought from Spain for the belfry (campanario), the bells, in their rope-worn niches, are still used on occasion.
Dona Eulalia Perez -- Housekeeper of the San Gabriel Mission from 1821 to 1835, this charitable lady kept the keys of the storehouses, soap house and olive mill ...apportioned the daily rations to the Indian workers ...instructed the neophytes in the culinary arts... and was an accomplished nurse a…
Dona Eulalia Perez -- Housekeeper of the San Gabriel Mission from 1821 to 1835, this charitable lady kept the keys of the storehouses, soap house and olive mill ...apportioned the daily rations to the Indian workers ...instructed the neophytes in the culinary arts... and was an accomplished nurse and midwife." She lived to be 110, and was buried at the Mission.
