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Arcadia First! A Coalition for Sensible Growth

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1."Make your voice heard" mailed to residents calling for attendance at the November 16, 2005 City Council meeting. 2. "The devil is in the details: the fine print. What is the racetrack's developer hiding from Arcadia?" mailed to residents discussing differences in what the developer Caruso Affili…
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1."Make your voice heard" mailed to residents calling for attendance at the November 16, 2005 City Council meeting.
2. "The devil is in the details: the fine print. What is the racetrack's developer hiding from Arcadia?" mailed to residents discussing differences in what the developer Caruso Affiliated promises and Arcadia's reality if The Shops at Santa Anita are built.
3. Introduction to Arcadia First!, key concerns of the organization, and vision statement. Printed from the World Wide Web, February 23, 2006, URL: http://www.arcadiafirst.org
4. Letter from Arcadia First! sent to Arcadia residents, dated June 20, 2005. Regarding race track development proposal. Signed by Rouben Jardemian, Ann Durgerian, Efrain Cabrera. Includes Chinese translation, vision statement, key concerns of the group, and a response form.
5. Information/membership packet for Arcadia First! Includes clipping "Racetrack mall concerns Arcadia First! group" from Arcadia Weekly, April 13, 2006; press release "Arcadians sound off on concerns over racetrack development" by Bernetta K. Reade, March 2, 2005; Letter to Mayor John Wuo and City Council regarding "Racetrack development-breaking the cycle of failure" and attachments, January 23, 2006.
6. "Arcadia Voter Turnout Success" mailer from Arcadia First!
7. "Guest [sic] What? A New Proposal-Same Problems!" mailer from Arcadia First!
8. Urgent Response Needed: make your voice heard on the race track project. Call for residents to attend public hearing November 28, 2006.
9. Letter to residents signed by Willie Xue and Sonia B. Williams. Calls for comments on the Revised Draft Environmental Impact Report (RDEIR) on the "Shops at Santa Anita" project. With enclosures A) Comments form letter and B) Shops at Santa Anita Regional Mall Proposal Revised Draft Environmental Report Outstanding Questions, December 1, 2006.
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Arcadia First! A Coalition for Sensible Growth
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Arcadia Public Library Building 20 W. Duarte Rd. Selected plans and blueprints

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Arcadia Public Library 20 W. Duarte Rd. Selected plans and blueprints. 1) South Patio Renovation (no date). 2) South Patio Schematic (no date). 3) 2008 Air Handler. 4) Emergency Exit from Basement, 1991.
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Arcadia Public Library 20 W. Duarte Rd. Selected plans and blueprints. 1) South Patio Renovation (no date). 2) South Patio Schematic (no date). 3) 2008 Air Handler. 4) Emergency Exit from Basement, 1991.
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Arcadia Public Library Building 20 W. Duarte Rd. Selected plans and blueprints
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Basement
Box Number
Box 117
Shelf Number
Shelf H16
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430AF
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Arcadia Public Library Building Blueprints First & Wheeler

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Library Building Blueprints, First Avenue and Wheeler St. Proposed and approved alteration and addition. C.A. Taylor, Architect. Blueprints c. 1940s. C.R. Hoskins, Architect. Sketches, 5-29-1945. Harold Nicolais, Architect. undated approved blueprints.
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Library Building Blueprints, First Avenue and Wheeler St. Proposed and approved alteration and addition. C.A. Taylor, Architect. Blueprints c. 1940s. C.R. Hoskins, Architect. Sketches, 5-29-1945. Harold Nicolais, Architect. undated approved blueprints.
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Arcadia Public Library Building Blueprints First & Wheeler
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Basement
Box Number
Box 012
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Shelf H14
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444AF
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Authors

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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…
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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.
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Chamber of Commerce-News and Views

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NO TABLE OF CONTENTS. Current Year Only. Formerly Business Hotline. Previous years filed in Arcadia History Box #60A & B.
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NO TABLE OF CONTENTS. Current Year Only. Formerly Business Hotline. Previous years filed in Arcadia History Box #60A & B.
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Chamber of Commerce-News and Views
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Chamber of Commerce-News Bulletin

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Filed in Arcadia History Box #60C 1. 1970 2. 1971 3. 1972 4. 1973 5. 1974 6. 1975 7. 1976 8. 1977 9. January 1978 10. February 1978 11. March 1978 12. June 1978 13. August 1978 14. January 1979 15. February 1979 16. March 1979 17. November 1978 18. April 1979 19. May 1979 20. June 1979 21. July 19…
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Filed in Arcadia History Box #60C
1. 1970
2. 1971
3. 1972
4. 1973
5. 1974
6. 1975
7. 1976
8. 1977
9. January 1978
10. February 1978
11. March 1978
12. June 1978
13. August 1978
14. January 1979
15. February 1979
16. March 1979
17. November 1978
18. April 1979
19. May 1979
20. June 1979
21. July 1979
22. August 1979
23. September 1979
24. October 1979
25. November 1979
26. December 1979
27. January 1980
28. February 1980
29. March 1980
30. April 1980
31. May 1980
32. June 1980
33. July 1980
34. September 1980
35. October 1980
36. November 1980
37. December 1980
38. January 1981
39. February 1981
40. March 1981
41. March #2 1981 (probably April)
42. May 1981
43. June 1981
44. July 1981
45. August 1981
46. September 1981
47. October 1981
48. November 1981
49. December 1981
50. January 1982
51. March 1982
52. April 1982
53. May 1982
54. June 1982
55. July 1982
56. August 1982
57. September 1982
58. October 1984
59. May 1988
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Chamber of Commerce-News Bulletin
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Citizen of the Year

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1. List of annual award winners through 1986. 2. "Mrs. Hoard, Scoot win." Arcadia Tribune, August 22, 1974, page 1. 3. "Neal Johnson named '75 Citizen of the Year." Arcadia Tribune, March 23, 1975, page 1. 4. "Hospital Chaplain honored as 1976 'Citizen of the Year'." Arcadia Tribune, April 4, 1…
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1. List of annual award winners through 1986.
2. "Mrs. Hoard, Scoot win." Arcadia Tribune, August 22, 1974, page 1.
3. "Neal Johnson named '75 Citizen of the Year." Arcadia Tribune, March 23, 1975, page 1.
4. "Hospital Chaplain honored as 1976 'Citizen of the Year'." Arcadia Tribune, April 4, 1976, page A1.
5. "Mrs. Livingston, Gilb named to receive awards as top citizens." Arcadia Tribune, February 27, 1977, page A1.
6. "Carol Libby, Roy Long 1977 Citizens of the Year." Arcadia Tribune, March 2, 1978, page A1.
7. "Helms, Mason Citizens of the Year." Arcadia Tribune, March 11, 1979, page A1.
8. "Arcadia Citizens of the Year." Arcadia Tribune, March 30, 1980, page A1.
9. "Marilyn Daleo named Citizen of the Year." Arcadia Tribune, February 15, 1981, page A1.
10. "Honors set for Dr. Robert Bell, Marguerite Towsley on April 4." Arcadia Tribune, February 14, 1982.
11. "Catherine Mundy, Lyle Cunningham named Citizens of the Year." Arcadia Tribune, February 10, 1983.
12. "Citizens of the Year: Ruth Gilb, Jim Parker." Arcadia Tribune, March 8, 1984.
13. "'Citizens of the Year' chosen." Arcadia Highlander, March 6, 1985, page 1.
14. "Ruth Gilb: Citizen of the Year." FPC Digest, April 1984, page 12.
15. "Citizens of '81 announced." Highland Community News, March 10, 1982, page 1.
16. "Arcadia Chamber of Commerce recognizes Goddard, Pellegrino as outstanding 'Citizens of Year'." Arcadia Highlander, March 26, 1986, page 14.
17. "Arcadians turn out to salute Gary Kovacic: former mayor hailed by Chamber of Commerce as 2006 'Citizen of the Year.' San Marino Tribune, April 5, 2007.
18. Chamber honors local Alice Wang as Citizen of the Year. Weekly Star, supplement to the Pasadena Star News, p. 1, 7. February 12, 2012.
19. Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Installation of Officers and Citizen of the Year Award Gala Celebration program, April 19, 2012.
20. Bob and Patsy Harbicht named Arcadia Chamber of Commerce 2014 Citizens of the Year, succeeding Jim and Shelly Romo. Arcadia Weekly, January 30, 2014.
21. Arcadia City Clerk Gene Glasco named Arcadia's Citizen of the Year, Arcadia Weekly, April 10, 2017.
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City Employees-Employee Newsletter (Current Year)

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Previous years filed in Arcadia History Box #79 No Table of Contents -- Peacock's Tale (insert with payroll checks)
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Previous years filed in Arcadia History Box #79
No Table of Contents -- Peacock's Tale (insert with payroll checks)
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City Employees-Employee Newsletter (Current Year)
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62AF
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Museums-Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum

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1. Lessons from history. Article describing the new museum building with floor plan and color photos. World Architecture, May 2002, page 44-50. (Magazine and color copy) 2. Arcadia Historical Museum. Article written in German. Bauwelt May 17, 2002. 3. Article describing the museum written …
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1. Lessons from history. Article describing the new museum building with floor plan and color photos. World Architecture, May 2002, page 44-50. (Magazine and color copy)
2. Arcadia Historical Museum. Article written in German. Bauwelt May 17, 2002.
3. Article describing the museum written in both English and Japanese. Color and b/w photos. Architecture and Urbanism, 02:06 No. 381.
4. Invitation from Arcadia Historical Society and Santa Anita Park for a wine and light supper with proceeds to benefit the Arcadia Historical Museum Building Fund. December 13, 1999. Digital graphic of new museum on front of invitation. Also 2nd copy of graphic photo.
5. Needs Assessment Survey and Report. May 19, 1999. City of Arcadia, Arcadia Historical Museum, Arcadia Historical Society. Prepared by: Sparano + Mooney Architecture, Inc.
6. "Museum Contractor Selected," City of Arcadia press release, August 2, 2000. Bid awarded to Van Nuys based BEGL Construction Co., Inc.
7. "Museum dreams - Arcadia Historical Society fills larger building with its collected treasures. The Sunday Star, October 28, 2001, page 1-2. Article describing the Oct. 20th grand opening of the museum. Includes photo of Ruth and Charles Gilb.
8. Press release dated August 7, 2002 announcing that the Arcadia Historical Museum will be joining museums around the nation in "Museums Celebrate America Freedoms: Joining Communities in a Day of Remembrance September 11." Details of the activities at the museum on September 11 are included.
9. Color brochure on the museum with membership application. 2002.
10. Invitation to the preview party for the grand opening of the museum, October 19, 2001. Given by the Arcadia Historical Society and the City of Arcadia. 11. Formal invitation to the Grand Opening Ceremony of the museum on Saturday, October 20, 2001.
12. Local girl's Gold Award project to be part of Arcadia's September 11th Day of Remembrance at the Arcadia Historical Museum. Tiffany Tseng volunteers at the museum and photographed local residents and asked them to share their thoughts on America and September 11th. The Sunday Star, September 8, 2002, p.1.
13. Grand Opening Ceremony program. October 20, 2001.
14. Informal flyer from The Arcadia Historical Society and The City of Arcadia inviting people to the Grand Opening Ceremony of the museum on October 20, 2001.
15. President's Message from CAMINOS, newsletter of the Arcadia Historical Society, welcoming the new curator, Maren (Marni) Hackley. Includes background information on her. January 2002.
16. Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum postcard. "Have you visited the new Museum?" Orange crate label created by Anielka Gallo on front of postcard with address, days and hours open. 2002. (4 postcards)
17. Seabiscuit mania. Arcadia Historical Museum shows off items celebrating horse-racing icon. Sunday Star, August 17, 2003, page 1.
18. Ruth & Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum, Long Range Plan 2006.
19. Ruth & Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum general information on 9"x4" card. Shows Anoakia Fountain on front side and light fixture from Anoakia designed by Maynard Dixon on the back side.
20. Gallery Guide to the "Army Balloon School" exhibit that ran November 2005 through January 2006.
21. "Profiles in courage: veteran registry on display at Arcadia Museum." The Weekly Star, May 29, 2007. Curator Alycia Wood is in photograph.
22. "A Trip Down Memory Lane...Salute to former Arcadia High School Educators" exhibit. Invitation to opening reception, February 7, 2006.
23. Postcard for "A Trip Down Memory Lane...Stories by former Arcadia High School Educators," an Arcadia Historical Society Program, January 29, 2006.
24. "Childhood Memories of Dolls" photo and caption of museum exhibit curated by Hwee-Ching Sinclair. Pasadena Star News, December 12, 2007, p. Local 2.
25. Exhibit pays tribute to Tongva tribe, Weekly Star, a supplement to the Pasadena Star News, September 18, 2008. Museum exhibit is called Tongva: our voice, our history, our people.
26. Celebrating 5 years, a Sunday Soiree, October 22, 2006 program, with museum's vision statement, mission statement, and goals. Lists names of Historical Museum Commission and Arcadia Historical Society Board. Timeline of recent Arcadia history from 1974-2006.
27. Arcadia Historical Museum Foundation 10th anniversary celebration dinner program, October 9, 2011.
28. Arcadia Historical Museum Foundation proposed Education Center leaflet, including artist's rendering, July 2010.
29. Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum Map, undated.
30. Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum postcard "Add your name to our donor tree." Donating a leaf starts at $250.
31. 2009 Exhibit Calendar, including January through March 6, 2010.
32. Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum two sided pamphlet, 9" x 4" cardstock with museum's mission, hours, parking, basic information. Undated.
33. History of the Arcadia Museum (postcard size). No date.
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Museums-Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum
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262AF
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Retired Men’s News.

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1. Retired Men’s News. (Periodical) J.H. Hoeppel, Publisher and Editor. 1939 – 1941. (2 Bound Volumes). Name changed to: National Defense, Feb. 1939
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1. Retired Men’s News. (Periodical) J.H. Hoeppel, Publisher and Editor. 1939 – 1941. (2 Bound Volumes). Name changed to: National Defense, Feb. 1939
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Retired Men’s News.
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 42
Shelf Number
Shelf B3
Item ID
352AF
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Retired Men’s News.

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1. National Defense (Periodical) J.H. Hoeppel, Founder. 1942-July 1961 (2 Bound Volumes). Continues Retired Men's News.
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1. National Defense (Periodical) J.H. Hoeppel, Founder. 1942-July 1961 (2 Bound Volumes). Continues Retired Men's News.
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Retired Men’s News.
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 43
Shelf Number
Shelf B3
Item ID
353AF
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Subject Files
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San Gabriel Valley News.

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San Gabriel Valley News. August 3, 1922 – Feb. 28, 1924. Temple Times and San Gabriel Valley News. March 6, 1924 – July 31, 1924. (Two Bound Volumes)
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San Gabriel Valley News. August 3, 1922 – Feb. 28, 1924. Temple Times and San Gabriel Valley News. March 6, 1924 – July 31, 1924. (Two Bound Volumes)
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San Gabriel Valley News.
Location
History Room
Box Number
Box 49.
Shelf Number
Shelf F7
Item ID
360AF
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Senior Citizen of the Year

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1. List of annual award winners 1969-1994. 2. Mrs. Saunders picked top senior. (Edith Saunders) Arcadia Tribune April 26, 1973. 3. Velma Wright Senior of the Year. Arcadia Tribune May 2, 1974. 4. Spoelstra named 1974 Senior Citizen. (Raymond C. Spoelstra) Arcadia Tribune May 1, 1975. 5. …
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1. List of annual award winners 1969-1994.
2. Mrs. Saunders picked top senior. (Edith Saunders) Arcadia Tribune April 26, 1973.
3. Velma Wright Senior of the Year. Arcadia Tribune May 2, 1974.
4. Spoelstra named 1974 Senior Citizen. (Raymond C. Spoelstra) Arcadia Tribune May 1, 1975.
5. Hilda Raymond, Henry Horst top seniors. Arcadia Tribune May 6, 1976.
6. Honored senior says her golden years were the 1930s. (Cay Mortenson) Arcadia Tribune May 15, 1977.
7. Secret for Senior of the Year: years of giving, lots of heart. (Marie Percy) Arcadia Tribune April 6, 1978.
8. Francis Canny goes where she's needed. Arcadia Tribune March 18, 1979.
9. John Joseph keeps moving. Arcadia Tribune March 22, 1979.
10. Lurie: age is a state of mind. (Lee Lurie) Arcadia Tribune March 20, 1980.
11. Genevieve Bloom: harmonious choice for Senior of the Year. Arcadia Tribune April 9, 1981.
12. Shaw honored as Arcadia's Senior Citizen of the Year. (Warren Shaw) Arcadia Tribune April 15, 1982.
13. Mrs. Natalie Dwight named Arcadia's 1983 Senior Citizen of the Year. Arcadia Tribune May 26, 1983.
14. Mrs. Dorothy L. Eggleston is chosen Senior Citizen of the Year. Arcadia Tribune May 6, 1984.
15. Isabel Hooten selected as Arcadia's Senior of the Year. Arcadia Highlander May 14, 1986.
16. William Dillon and Josephine Duckwall City's top seniors. Arcadia Highlander May 6, 1987.
17. Arcadia Rotary Club Salute to Seniors luncheon honors Bob Bane, the City of Arcadia Senior of the Year. Biographical notes. Mountain Views News, p. 7, April 20, 2013.
18. Arcadia Rotary Club's salute to seniors luncheon honors Glynna Harper as 2014 Senior Citizen of the Year. Mountain Views News, March 29, 2014.
19. Arcadia Rotary Club, annual Rotary salute to Seniors, May 12, 2015, honoring Senior Citizens of the Year--Jerry Selmer and Doris Selmer.
20. Arcadia Rotary Club honors Mary Hansen as the City of Arcadia 2018 Senior of the Year. Mountain Views News, March 24, 2018.
21. Arcadia Rotary Club annual salute to seniors, May 10, 2016 program presents 2016 Senior of the Year Carol Libby, with picture of Carol Libby at the Hugo Reid Family Statue.
22. Arcadia Rotary Club's Salute to Seniors Luncheon honoring Lee Shimmin, 2019 Senior of the Year. Mountain Views News, April 6, 2019.
23. City of Arcadia 2021 Senior of the Year is Elizabeth Renfrew. San Gabriel Valley Examiner, March 31, 2022.
24. Marilyn Daleo named Arcadia's 2022 Senior of The Year. Mountain View News, April 22, 2023.
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Senior Citizen of the Year
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232AF
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Shops at Santa Anita (The) (Not built)- See also Caruso Affiliated and Arcadia First! for the "Mall War"

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1. "The Shops at Santa Anita"aren't right for Arcadia. Mailed to residents in February, 2006 by Westfield Santa Anita in opposition to new mall. Photos in the flyer are not of Arcadia Fire Department or Arcadia Police Department. 2. "Date Night at The Grove," invitation from Caruso Affiliated, Apri…
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1. "The Shops at Santa Anita"aren't right for Arcadia. Mailed to residents in February, 2006 by Westfield Santa Anita in opposition to new mall. Photos in the flyer are not of Arcadia Fire Department or Arcadia Police Department.
2. "Date Night at The Grove," invitation from Caruso Affiliated, April 2006.
3. "Stop The Shops at Santa Anita" and billboards, wall signs, animated signs, mailer paid for by Santa Anita Shoppingtown, L.P.
4. "Public Scoping Meeting: the Shops at Santa Anita Park-Revised Project," June 13, 2006.
5. Grand opening and open house of the office of The Shops at Santa Anita and Caruso Affiliated. May 2006.
6. "Caruso Project Faces Key Test on Wednesday." San Marino Tribune, April 5, 2007.
7. Caruso Affiliated newsletter "Speaking Santa Anita, an update on The Shops at Santa Anita" sent to residents. December 2006. Arcadia firefighters support the shops. Planning Commission hears from Arcadians such as Ruth Dunlop. Supporter spotlight on Nancy Chan.
Subjects
Shops at Santa Anita (The) - See also Caruso Affiliated and Arcadia First! for the "Mall War"
Item ID
280AF
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