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GENERAL E. KIRBY SMITH

TEXAS STATE HISTORICAL SURVEY COMMITTEE   TEXAS RANCHER GENERAL E. KIRBY SMITH, C.S.A. (1824–1893)   BORN IN FLORIDA. GRADUATED FROM WEST POINT. FOUGHT IN MEXICAN WAR. ON THE TEXAS FRONTIER IN THE...

TEXAS STATE HISTORICAL SURVEY COMMITTEE   TEXAS RANCHER GENERAL E. KIRBY SMITH, C.S.A. (1824–1893)   BORN IN FLORIDA. GRADUATED FROM WEST POINT. FOUGHT IN MEXICAN WAR. ON THE TEXAS FRONTIER IN THE...

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In Memory of Carl J. Cahill

In Memory of Carl J. Cahill   [Logo] Seabees “Can Do!”   Carl J. Cahill was a World War II “Fighting Seabee” Veteran Who returned from the Battle Sands of Guam & Guadalcanal to make a home &...

In Memory of Carl J. Cahill   [Logo] Seabees “Can Do!”   Carl J. Cahill was a World War II “Fighting Seabee” Veteran Who returned from the Battle Sands of Guam & Guadalcanal to make a home &...

    In Memory of the Events of September 11, 2001

    September 11, 2002   Dedicated in memory of the events of September 11, 2001 by the Sonora Industrial Development Corporation on behalf of the citizens of Sonora and Sutton County Texas   Sonora...

    September 11, 2002   Dedicated in memory of the events of September 11, 2001 by the Sonora Industrial Development Corporation on behalf of the citizens of Sonora and Sutton County Texas   Sonora...

      Ernest Hemingway’s Birthplace

      Birthplace of Ernest Hemingway July 21, 1899 The historical society of Oak Park and River Forest 1974

      Birthplace of Ernest Hemingway July 21, 1899 The historical society of Oak Park and River Forest 1974

        Nitt Witt Ridge

        NITT WITT RIDGE, ONE OF CALIFORNIA’S REMARKABLE TWENTIETH CENTURY FOLK ART ENVIRONMENTS, IS THE CREATION OF ARTHUR HAROLD BEAL (DER TINKERPAW OR CAPT. NITT WITT) A CAMBRIA PINES PIONEER, WHO...

        NITT WITT RIDGE, ONE OF CALIFORNIA’S REMARKABLE TWENTIETH CENTURY FOLK ART ENVIRONMENTS, IS THE CREATION OF ARTHUR HAROLD BEAL (DER TINKERPAW OR CAPT. NITT WITT) A CAMBRIA PINES PIONEER,...

          Ralph D. Percival Memorial Vista Point

          Ralph D. Percival Memorial Vista Point   State traffic officer California Highway Patrol Killed in line of duty June 3, 1974 Submitted by: Eric Goodill

          Ralph D. Percival Memorial Vista Point   State traffic officer California Highway Patrol Killed in line of duty June 3, 1974 Submitted by: Eric Goodill

            Islam Redwood Shrine

            Islam Redwoods Shrine Dedicated August twenty-fourth, 1924 Submitted by: Eric Goodill

            Islam Redwoods Shrine Dedicated August twenty- fourth, 1924 Submitted by: Eric Goodill

              Palo Alto Police Officers Memorial Grove

              Palo Alto Police Officers Memorial Grove   These Coast Redwood trees (Sequoia sempervirens) are dedicated to the memory of the faithful Palo Alto Police Officers who died in the line of duty.  ...

              Palo Alto Police Officers Memorial Grove   These Coast Redwood trees (Sequoia sempervirens) are dedicated to the memory of the faithful Palo Alto Police Officers who died in the line of duty....

                Palo Alto Police Officers Memorial Grove

                  Paly Amphitheater

                  The Paly Amphitheater dedicated in honor of Principal Sandra Pearson 1987 - 1994 and 2002-2004 Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                  The Paly Amphitheater dedicated in honor of Principal Sandra Pearson 1987 - 1994 and 2002-2004 Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                    To Honor All Marines

                    To honor all Marines who have served aboard this gallant ship Presented by The United States Seagoing Marine Association Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                    To honor all Marines who have served aboard this gallant ship Presented by The United States Seagoing Marine Association Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                      Moles of the Menlo Park Library

                      Honoring the "Moles" those dedicated people who spend hours in the basement sorting and pricing book fair donations. With deep appreciation from the friends of the library--1985Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                      Honoring the "Moles" those dedicated people who spend hours in the basement sorting and pricing book fair donations. With deep appreciation from the friends of the library--1985Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                        In Memory of the Men of the U.S.S. San Francisco

                        On 12 & 13 November 1942 in the most savage naval engagement at close quarters in history the United States Navy decisively turned back the enemy at Guadalcanal   In memory of Admiral Daniel J....

                        On 12 & 13 November 1942 in the most savage naval engagement at close quarters in history the United States Navy decisively turned back the enemy at Guadalcanal   In memory of Admiral Daniel...

                          Atascadero Middle School

                          ATASCADERO MIDDLE SCHOOL NEW CONSTRUCTION and MODERNIZATION 2016   With gratitude to a community supportive of education for all students   Board of Trustees Terri Switzer Donn Clickard George...

                          ATASCADERO MIDDLE SCHOOL NEW CONSTRUCTION and MODERNIZATION 2016   With gratitude to a community supportive of education for all students   Board of Trustees Terri Switzer Donn Clickard...

                            Atascadero Creek Bridge

                            ERECTED 1921 APPLETON & DAVIS - CONTRACTORS   SUPERVISORS JOHN NORTON E.W. BLACK E.C. LOOMIS JOHN BRADHOFF HENRY TWISSELMANN   W.B. BURCH - COUNTY ENGINEER   Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                            ERECTED 1921 APPLETON & DAVIS - CONTRACTORS   SUPERVISORS JOHN NORTON E.W. BLACK E.C. LOOMIS JOHN BRADHOFF HENRY TWISSELMANN   W.B. BURCH - COUNTY ENGINEER   Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                              Philotesian Rebekah Lodge No. 145

                              Philotesian Rebekah Lodge No. 145   In honor of men and women who served in the military service of the United States.   Desert Storm 1991   Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                              Philotesian Rebekah Lodge No. 145   In honor of men and women who served in the military service of the United States.   Desert Storm 1991   Submitted by: Eric Goodill

                                Agnews Auditorium

                                AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL Historic Name - Assembly Hall ERECTED 1914 California State Architectural Department George Sellon, State Architect   The Auditorium is one of the more ornate Mediterranean...

                                AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL Historic Name - Assembly Hall ERECTED 1914 California State Architectural Department George Sellon, State Architect   The Auditorium is one of the more ornate...

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                                Agnews State Hospital Administration Building

                                AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ERECTED 1909 California State Architectural Department George Sellon - State Architect   The Administration Building is an eclectic blend of...

                                AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING ERECTED 1909 California State Architectural Department George Sellon - State Architect   The Administration Building is an eclectic blend...

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                                Agnews State Hospital Superintendent's Residence

                                AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL SUPERINTENDENT’S RESIDENCE ERECTED 1915 California State Architectural Department  George Sellon, State Architect   The Superintendent’s Residence is a blend of the Arts &...

                                AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL SUPERINTENDENT’S RESIDENCE ERECTED 1915 California State Architectural Department  George Sellon, State Architect   The Superintendent’s Residence is a blend of the Arts &...

                                  Agnews Developmental Center

                                  AGNEWS DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER BUILT AS AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL 1888–1988   AGNEWS MAIN BUILDING, A 5-STORY, RED BRICK EDIFICE, COMPLETED IN 1888, WAS KNOW’N AS "THE GREAT ASYLUM FOR THE INSANE”. THE...

                                  AGNEWS DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER BUILT AS AGNEWS STATE HOSPITAL 1888–1988   AGNEWS MAIN BUILDING, A 5-STORY, RED BRICK EDIFICE, COMPLETED IN 1888, WAS KNOW’N AS "THE GREAT ASYLUM FOR THE INSANE”....

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