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City of Gardena Japanese Cultural Show Photograph Albums

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-1900-032
Abstract

This collection includes five photograph albums from the City of Gardena Japanese Cultural Show sponsored by the Gardena Valley Gardeners Association. The albums contain newspaper clippings, photographs, programs, and invitation letters for the event. Topics include Japanese American gardeners, bonsai, ikebana, Japanese gardens, martial arts, and other topics related to the event and the Nikkei (Japanese American) community.

Dates: 1980-1986

Dale Ann Sato Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2016-011
Abstract The Dale Ann Sato Collection documents the progression of research and preparation for four projects to which oral historian and educator Dale Ann Sato contributed. Initial research and interviews were recorded for community Nisei oral histories, which led to her contribution to the California Civil Liberties Public Education Program (CCLPEP). The findings of the initial research also led to the Japanese American Historical Mapping Project (JAHMP), which paved the way for an Arcadia...
Dates: 1800-2012; undated; Majority of material found within 1930-2008

Gardena Valley News Collection

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: SPC-2018-024
Abstract

This collection contains issues of the "Gardena Valley News" from 2009-2013.

Dates: August 14, 2009-October 17, 2013

South Bay History Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-1980-003
Abstract

The collection includes of brochures, flyers, newsletters, directories, reports, papers, newspapers, and newsclippings related to the communities of Carson, Davidson City, Gardena, Hawthorne, Lakewood, Lawndale, Lomita, Long Beach, Lynwood, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, San Pedro, Terminal Island, Torrance, Wilmington, and Los Angeles. Subjects include historic preservation, municipal records, tourism, commerce, and transportation.

Dates: 1923-2005

Warren Furutani Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2012-001
Abstract The Warren Furutani Collection documents the breadth and duration of Warren Furutani’s four year service as a member of the California State Assembly for the 55th District. Furutani was elected to the California State Assembly on a special primary Election in 2007, replacing fellow Democrat Laura Richardson. He served the 55th District from February 7, 2008 until November 30, 2012. He was the last representative of the 55th district to represent the South Bay, Gardena, Carson, Lakewood, and...
Dates: 2008-2012

Donald Greaton Gardena Collection

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2014-002
Abstract The Donald Greaton Gardena Collection consists of yearbooks, plats, and various related school publications from Gardena High School. The yearbooks included in this collection range from 1907 until 1955 and consists of original and scanned photocopies versions. The collection also includes plat maps surrounding the Gardena High School; school-related publications, commencement and reunion programs, clippings, and other documents related to Gardena school history; and material related to...
Dates: 1890-2004; undated

Gardena Willows Wetland Preserve

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2018-062
Abstract

The Gardena Willows Wetland Preserve Collection (1973-2018, undated) contains articles, committee notes, and records regarding the Gardena Willows Wetlands as well as the material related to committees that actively worked on the restoration and preservation of the Gardena Willows Wetlands.

Dates: 1973-2018; undated; Majority of material found within 1990s-2010s

Wednesday Progressive Club

 Collection
Identifier: SPC-2023-021
Scope and Contents The Wednesday Progressive Club collection (1912-1974; undated) contains two boxes and 1.05 linear ft. of material belonging to the Wednesday Progressive Club. The majority of the collection includes documents, minute books, and financial records regarding the Wednesday Progressive Club. Box 1 contains financial record books that include receipts, warrants, disbursements, and savings account income information. Box 1 also contains documents about the Bennet property, which include a...
Dates: 1912-1974; undated

Spanish American Institute Photograph Collection

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: SPC-2018-053
Abstract

This collection contains photographs taken of students and teachers engaged in classwork and other activities at the Spanish American Institute. Other photographs include images of various locations on campus such as the farm; church; classrooms; and dormitories; as well as images of campus sporting events and celebrations.

Dates: 1920-1964, 1989; undated

South Bay Real Estate Advertisements Collection

 Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: SPC-2019-017
Abstract

This contains four advertisements for real estate opportunities in the South Bay area of Los Angeles, California. Areas include: Lakewood, Gardena Valley, El Segundo, and Hollywood Riviera (Torrance).

Dates: undated

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Bradley, Tom, 1917-1998 1
Bush, George, 1924-2018 1
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