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1850 Was A Huge Turning Point In Arcata History
The year 1850 was a politically transformative point in California history. After the 1848 American War with Mexico, the California Territory petitioned to become a state within the U.S. In 1850, statehood was granted, with the provision that it remained a free state. Above the Mexican outpost of Sonoma, little effort had been made... »
Co-op’s Info Kiosk A Dying Tradition
“It’s definitely a dying thing,” said Co-op Outreach Coordinator Melanie Bettenhausen. She said she can see the kiosk from her office, and these days it is mostly a gathering point for people with dogs and cigarettes. »
Arcata History: Our ’Cata Was Originally Their Kori And Oket’oh
These articles will provide a foundation upon which residents can understand and appreciate the historical development of our city. The first article is about the Wiyot Indians who lived in the area long before the coming of the Euro-Americans. »
Ali Lee: Meet You At Brookwood Covered Bridge
At 66 feet in length, the local Brookwood Bridge is the longest in Humboldt. Just over a mile southeast of Old Arcata Road, and a jog to the right off of Jacoby Creek Road onto Brookwood Drive, the rural area is defined by the bridge Earl Biehn and his neighbors built. »
Help Preserve Local Environmental Activist History
Now this video work, both the original and edited footage, is the subject of great concern due to damage from mold and the deterioration of the original tapes. Further commitment and action are urgently required. »
Helen Holmes’ Big Film Production Comes To Arcata
Of the 30-member film entourage lodged at the Hotel Arcata, 22 were paid movie staff. These included actors, camera operators, editors, support staff, producer J. P. McGowan and his “colored valet,” and the “colored maid” for Miss Holmes. »
Plaza Parade Of Arms Explodes Expectations – April 1, 1953
Mayor Shawn Brunton was unable to attend, pleading that, “I have to be in our nation’s capital on business, or have to wash my hair or polish my gerbil, or something.” »
Sen. McCarthy Pins Mayor Brunton Over Red Links – April 1, 1953
As is well-known to local activists, Washington decisionmakers keep a close watch on Arcata’s politics, particularly idealistic proclamations made on the town square. »
Development-Crazed Loveless Plots U.N. Agenda 20 Takeover – April 1, 1953
Were it implemented in the U.S.A., Agenda 20 could lead to all manner of useless and impractical transportation projects, relaxed development standards and political initiatives funded by anonymous donors, some wealthy. President Dwight Eisenhower has warned of such consequences. »
‘The Penis Diatribes’ Sticks Up For Manliness – April 1, 1953
With songs by The Cock-A-Doodle-Can-Do’s and dancing by the Testosterone Terpischorians. »
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