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Auditorium of Beale Memorial Library, one year after it was built. Includes wooden stage, overheading stage lighting, and seats that retract mechanically to allow for tables and chairs.

Shows jeweler's, beauty salon, and other Arvin businesses damaged by the 1952 earthquake

Photo taken after 1952 earthquake shows damaged brick and plasterwork along Third Street in Arvin, between cafe and Quality Market. Mobil service station is visible at far right.From collection of Clyde Johnson

Genealogy, History and Pioneers Day, April 28, soon after grand opening of 3rd Beale Memorial Library building; shows local authors (seated, left to right) Ardis Walker and Greg Iger. Walker's wife Gayle is seated at his right. Beale Memorial…

Amalie Mine, a gold mine opened in the 1880s. It was discovered by Chris Mohr, a German, who named it for his sweetheart in Germany. Closed down in the 20th century.

Downtown Bakersfield; from the collection of Harlan Curnow