Contents

One complete set of all documents, date 17 July, 1991. Continued in Box 018B

Subjects

Arcadia Public Library Building. Application for California Library Construction and Renovation Bond Act Funds

Location

Basement

Box Number

Box 018A

Shelf Number

Shelf H4

Item ID

460AF

Collection

Subject Files

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Contents

One complete set of all documents, date 17 July 1991. Cont. from Box 018a

Subjects

Arcadia Public Library Building. Application for California Library Construction and Renovation Bond Act Funds

Location

Basement

Box Number

Box 018B

Shelf Number

Shelf H4

Item ID

461AF

Collection

Subject Files

Less detail

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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.

Subjects

Authors

Physical Description

2 folders

Item ID

17AF

Collection

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1. Northern San Gabriel-San Bernardino Valley Rail Transit Corridor, September 1993: Summary. Draft Environmental Impact Report. Cultural and Historical Resources Survey Report. Noise and Vibration Analysis. Fleet Requirements and yard Location Analysis. Engineering Plan and Profile Drawings.

2. Downtown 2000 Streetscape and Public Facilities Improvement Program--Expanded initial study and draft mitigated negative declaration, February 7, 1995.

3. Westfield Shoppingtown Santa Anita Expansion-December 1999-Initial Study. Memo subject: Consideration of the Final Environmental Impact Report and Project Description. Westfield Planning submittal-Proposed Santa Anita Expansion February 2002.

Subjects

Environmental Impact Reports

Developments

Downtown Arcadia

Railroads

Railways

Shopping malls

Streets

Trains

Transit

Transportation

Westfield Santa Anita

Westfield Shoppingtown Santa Anita

Location

Basement

Box Number

Box 137

Shelf Number

H13

Item ID

507AF

Collection

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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.

Subjects

Railroads-Light Rail-Metro Gold Line

Railroads-Light Rail-L Line

Railroads-Light Rail-Blue Line

Railroads-Light Rail-A Line

Item ID

293AF

Collection

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