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2. The Mill, the Creek, and the Crops
written by Stephanie Ross Matthews; in Los Gatos, Postcard History (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 15-26
The charming town of Los Gatos is nestled at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains and is sometimes referred to as the “Gem City of the Foothills.” It has inspired hundreds of postcard images through the years, many reflecting the area’s abundance of natural beauty. As the town and surrounding area grew and p...
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written by Stephanie Ross Matthews; in Los Gatos, Postcard History (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 15-26
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The charming town of Los Gatos is nestled at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains and is sometimes referred to as the “Gem City of the Foothills.” It has inspired hundreds of postcard images through the years, many reflecting the area’s abundance of natural beauty. As the town and surrounding area grew and prospered through agriculture, logging, and commerce, the local architecture and landmarks became popular subjects. Glimpses of everyday...
The charming town of Los Gatos is nestled at the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains and is sometimes referred to as the “Gem City of the Foothills.” It has inspired hundreds of postcard images through the years, many reflecting the area’s abundance of natural beauty. As the town and surrounding area grew and prospered through agriculture, logging, and commerce, the local architecture and landmarks became popular subjects. Glimpses of everyday life—churches, schools, houses, and businesses—further enhanced the pictorial history the postcards represent.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Stephanie Ross Matthews
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Postcard History
Topic / Theme
Grist mills, Rivers, Crops
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Stephanie Ross Mathews and the Los Gatos Library and Museum History Project
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1. In the Country
written by Todd L. Shulman; in Napa County, Postcard History (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 9-26
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written by Todd L. Shulman; in Napa County, Postcard History (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 9-26
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Todd L. Shulman
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Postcard History
Topic / Theme
Business, Food industry, Restaurants, Bridges, Buildings, Modes of transportation, Community events, Persons, Geophysical features
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2009 by Todd L. Shulman
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3. The Making of a World-Class City
written by Mark Sundquist; in Seattle, Postcard History (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 33-74
The Puget Sound region was inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years before settlers arrived. After initially landing at Alki Beach in West Seattle, the Denny Party established a settlement on the eastern shores of Elliott Bay in 1852. For years, the cultural and commercial life centered around Yesler's...
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written by Mark Sundquist; in Seattle, Postcard History (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 33-74
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The Puget Sound region was inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years before settlers arrived. After initially landing at Alki Beach in West Seattle, the Denny Party established a settlement on the eastern shores of Elliott Bay in 1852. For years, the cultural and commercial life centered around Yesler's Wharf and Sawmill. The city grew rapidly following the 1870s after the discovery of coal in the Cascade foothills. The entire commerci...
The Puget Sound region was inhabited by Native Americans for thousands of years before settlers arrived. After initially landing at Alki Beach in West Seattle, the Denny Party established a settlement on the eastern shores of Elliott Bay in 1852. For years, the cultural and commercial life centered around Yesler's Wharf and Sawmill. The city grew rapidly following the 1870s after the discovery of coal in the Cascade foothills. The entire commercial district was incinerated in the Great Seattle Fire of 1889, but it was quickly rebuilt out of enduring brick and stone. The city stumbled economically following the Panic of 1893, but it recovered after the Klondike Gold Rush began in 1897. By the 1909 Alaska-Yukon-Pacific Exposition, Seattle was the undisputed leader in the Pacific Northwest.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Mark Sundquist
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Postcard History
Topic / Theme
Food industry, Trees, Boats and ships, Fish (Animal), Gold rushes, Miners, Tourist attractions, Town life, Vacation spots, Gold, Buildings, Construction, Industry, Treaty Between U.S. and Puyallup and Nisqualli, Medicine Creek, WA, December 26, 1854, Candoshi-Shapra, Hudkal, I-Kiribati
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Copyright © 2010 by Mark Sundquist
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PRICE CONTROL Consumer List Distribution Plan
written by United States. Office of Price Administration and Civilian Supply, in Records of the Office of the Secretary of Agriculture (RG16). Office of Information (RG16.7). General Records (RG16.7.1). World War II Food Campaign Files, 1941-48, of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records (Box 2, Folder Unspecified, Organization Chart) , 2 page(s)
Government document discussing the Know Top Legal Prices program.
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written by United States. Office of Price Administration and Civilian Supply, in Records of the Office of the Secretary of Agriculture (RG16). Office of Information (RG16.7). General Records (RG16.7.1). World War II Food Campaign Files, 1941-48, of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records (Box 2, Folder Unspecified, Organization Chart) , 2 page(s)
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Government document discussing the Know Top Legal Prices program.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Government/institutional document
Author / Creator
United States. Office of Price Administration and Civilian Supply
Topic / Theme
Food industry, Prices, Pricing, Depression & World War II (1929–1945)
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United News, Release 119, 1944
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1944, originally published 1944), 6 mins
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. President-elect Grau San Martin, of Cuba, is greeted by Secretary of State Hull in Washington; Dr. Wellington Koo is met by Under Secretary Stettinius. 2. Australian fishermen making a record catch. 3. Marines in the Pacific round up cattle; soldie...
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in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1944, originally published 1944), 6 mins
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This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. President-elect Grau San Martin, of Cuba, is greeted by Secretary of State Hull in Washington; Dr. Wellington Koo is met by Under Secretary Stettinius. 2. Australian fishermen making a record catch. 3. Marines in the Pacific round up cattle; soldiers eating. 4. Dive bombers hit Japanese positions in Burma; Generals Stilwell and Merrill.
UNITED NEWS
Produced by United Newsreel...
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. President-elect Grau San Martin, of Cuba, is greeted by Secretary of State Hull in Washington; Dr. Wellington Koo is met by Under Secretary Stettinius. 2. Australian fishermen making a record catch. 3. Marines in the Pacific round up cattle; soldiers eating. 4. Dive bombers hit Japanese positions in Burma; Generals Stilwell and Merrill.
UNITED NEWS
Produced by United Newsreel Corporation RELEASED: SEPTEMBER 8, 1944. Contents Sheet No. 119
1. DISTINGUISHED VISITORS TO WASHINGTON.
President-elect Grau San Martin, of Cuba, is greeted by Sec. State Hull in Washington. Dr. Wellington Koo is met by Under-Sec. Stettinius.
2. AUSTRALIAN FISHERMEN MAKE RECORD CATCH.
shows Australian fishermen making a record catch.
3. MARINES ROUND UP NATIVE CATTLE ON PACIFIC ISLAND
Marines in the Pacific round up native cattle. Shows soldiers eating.
4. ALLIED ACTION IN BURMA.
dive bombers hit Japanese positions in Burma. Shows Gens. Stilwell and Merrill.
Script is available.
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1944-09-08, 1944
Publisher
United Newsreel Corporation
Series
United News
Topic / Theme
Battles, Cattle, Fisheries, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 33, April 20, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 33 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 12 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about commercial fishing and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 33 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 12 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about commercial fishing and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 33
FLOWER OF EUROPE'S NOBILITY SEES UNION OF ROYAL COUSINS
(121)
PALERMO, Italy -- Exiled regal hasbeens acclaim Prince Henry of Bourbon, Count of Paris, son of pretender to throne of France as he weds Princess Isabelle of Orleans-Braganza, daughter of claimant to Brazilian thron...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about commercial fishing and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 33
FLOWER OF EUROPE'S NOBILITY SEES UNION OF ROYAL COUSINS
(121)
PALERMO, Italy -- Exiled regal hasbeens acclaim Prince Henry of Bourbon, Count of Paris, son of pretender to throne of France as he weds Princess Isabelle of Orleans-Braganza, daughter of claimant to Brazilian throne in brilliant cathedral ceremony. Bride's train, of priceless Brussels lace, held in place by bandeau of diamonds, is 20 feet long.
BOWLING ACES SHINE IN WOMEN'S ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MEET
(67)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Maple pins crash in strikes and spares as feminine stars of Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Pueblo and other cities compete with eastern experts for honors in championship battles on glistening alleys. Plenty of skill and arm power revealed to huge gallery.
HERRING STAMPEDE NETS RICH HAUL FOR CAPE COD SEINERS
(66)
WAREHAM, Mass. -- Warm weather lures schools of fish in hordes, 30 smiles up Nemasket River for spawning, as each fish seeks pond where it was born. Result: Millions are trapped and they involuntarily go into competition with cod in a big way as breakfast centerpieces.
SEAMEN'S INSTITUTE SUBDUES ROVERS IN BABY-POLO THRILLER
(87)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Sailors of all nations amuse throng of spectators on waterfront as they mount Kiddie Kars, instead of horses or skiffs, and tumble about for fun. Land-lubbers beat seagoers in rough, tough battle.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Builds ships in bottles as hobby! -- Unique models require six months of Harold Bodkin's time to construct.
(57)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Wedding climaxes midget romance! -- Tiny lovers embark on marital sea after whirlwind courtship.
(50)
PASADENA, Cal. -- Hold lightweight bed-making championships!--Blanche Scott wins Chambermaids' Sweepstakes in 3 mins., 52 secs.
(63)
MARATHON CLASSIC WON BY 40-YEAR-OLD; BEATS FIELD OF 238
(108)
BOSTON, Mass. -- James P. Henigan, of Medford, Mass., after twenty years of trying, wins his first victory over historic 26-mile, 385-yard course in Boston Athletic Cub race. Father of five children, athlete crowns long career with laurel wreath sent from Greece and, along the route, mows down veteran Clarence De Mar, 7-time winner.
TRAFFIC JAMS FORCE WEE AUTO TRIALS ON SKY HIGH SPEEDWAY
(98)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- K. L. Morehouse, Detroit race driver, guides flask-size car around chin rest of building eighteen stories in air, and is finally able to sneer down on bigger rivals who chased him and his machine off streets and to tall track. He spent 3 1/2 years constructing vehicle.
(Numbers indicate approximate scene footage for the benefit of exhibitors requiring same for their presentation schedules)
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-04-20, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Fisheries, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 848, February 7, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 848 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
This newsreel features commercial fishing on ships and parades.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 848 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
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This newsreel features commercial fishing on ships and parades.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 848
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
LAY KEEL OF NEW BATTLESHIP
PORTSMOUTH, VA.--High Government and Navy officials take part in the keel-laying ceremonies, at the Norfolk Navy Yard, of the new 35,000-ton battlewagon, U.S.S. Alabama--to be completed in 1944 at a cost of $70,000,000!
(illegible text)HIP TO STUDY OCEAN WEATHER
NEW YORK...
This newsreel features commercial fishing on ships and parades.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 848
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
LAY KEEL OF NEW BATTLESHIP
PORTSMOUTH, VA.--High Government and Navy officials take part in the keel-laying ceremonies, at the Norfolk Navy Yard, of the new 35,000-ton battlewagon, U.S.S. Alabama--to be completed in 1944 at a cost of $70,000,000!
(illegible text)HIP TO STUDY OCEAN WEATHER
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The Coast Guard cutter "Duane," under Capt. Cornell, sails from Staten Island to report on weather conditions in mid-Atlantic. Intricate equipment for meteorological studies is tested before leaving.
300,000 SEE MARDI GRAS PARADE
NEW ORLEANS, LA.--Southland's annual pre-Lenten carnival comes to a brilliant climax as hundreds of thousands line the route of the spectacular Rex Parade, a symphony of colorful floats and unending pageantry!
ICE-COATED FISHING BOATS LAND (Exclusive)
BOSTON, MASS.--Fish for Lent! Fishing trawlers, home after two weeks off the Grand Banks, and covered from stem to stern with ice, unload their finny cargo--a million pounds of "favorite dish" per day for Lenten tables.
ISLAND AS HONEYMOON PARADISE
TAMPA, FLA.--Nearing completion on a small island in the Gulf of Mexico is the ideal spot for honeymooners. Thatched "love nest" cottages are being built, and soon the spot will be a mecca of romance under tropical skies.
MODEL SPEED BOAT RACES HELD
CHICAGO, ILL.--It's down to sea in ships--detailed replicas with home-made gas motors that would thrill any boy from six to sixty! The Navy Pier is the launching spot for the speedboats--and boy, how they can skip!
PIRATE BAND "CAPTURES" CITY
TAMPA, FLA.--Yo Ho Ho! A barrel of fun! The Gulf metropolis surrenders without a shot to the colorful buccaneer band of Gasparilla, whose brigand ship is greeted by thousands as it arrives for the annual carnival parade!
DOG TEAMS IN THRILLING RACE
NORTH CONWAY, N. H.--Plenty of sub-zero thrills as thirty "mush" teams get away in the New England sled classics. Bill Sherer brings his barking cavalcade home first in 4 hrs., 18 sec., with Mrs. Milton Seeler second.
GIRLS IN POWDER PUFF DERBY
AGUA CALIENTE, MEXICO.--It's Ladies Day at the famous track, with a bevy of pretty jockeys "up" for the Coronado Town Plate running. Plenty of primping first, but then the gals go to town! Anna Lee Wiley wins in a walk!
DIVING STARS IN GALA REVIEW
CORAL GABLES, FLA.--Sensational high-board diving by U. S. champs, and colorful formation swimming by pretty mermaids highlight the Miami Biltmore aquatic pageant. A spectacle of beauty and thrills!
SKATING STARS SHINE IN SHOW
NEW YORK, N. Y.--15,000 fans jam Madison Square Garden for the annual Silver Skates carnival--a spectacular exhibition of speed racing by youngsters and grown-ups. Plenty of spills enroute--but new records set at the tape!
VOLUME XII -- 1940
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-02-07, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Fisheries, Community events, Parades, Ships, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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