Download or read book Hawthorne written by Walt Dixon and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A semi-rural alternative to bustling Los Angeles early in the 20th century, Hawthorne grew through the World War I years, welcoming oil wells and eventually airplane factories. The city became home to the chart-topping Beach Boys, athlete Jim Thorpe, and the greatest glamour blondes of their times, Marilyn Monroe and Mattel's Barbie. Bisected by Hawthorne Boulevard, the main north-south thoroughfare through the South Bay region, Hawthorne's notable events ran the gamut, from the annual Kiwanis Parade--second in California prestige only to Pasadena's Tournament of Roses Parade--to a furious 1971 police gun-battle with the desperate Charles Manson gang. Today, the city is a support community to Los Angeles International Airport and the aerospace industry.

Download or read book Lawndale written by James Osborne and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Located in the exact geographical center of Los Angeles County's South Bay district, Lawndale was originally barley fields, then chicken ranches and small farms, growing vegetables for sale in nearby Inglewood and Redondo Beach. Retaining some of its rural character even after World War II, Lawndale gradually transformed into suburbia along with nearby communities, fighting all the while to retain its own identity and staving off aggressive annexation bids by surrounding cities. Finally in 1959, Lawndale incorporated, ending civic contentiousness. Despite the bustle of the high-end Galleria at South Bay, as well as Lawndale's close proximity to some of the most tourism-friendly beach cities in California and its bisection by L.A.'s busiest freeway, the I-405, the city's neighborhoods on the outskirts of Los Angeles International Airport retain the quiet ambiance evinced by its bedroom-community name.

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Download or read book The Romance of the Ranchos written by E. Palmer Conner and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-30 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Romance of the Ranchos' by E. Palmer Conner, readers are taken on a captivating journey through the historical and literary landscape of California's ranchos. The book immerses the reader in vivid descriptions of the landscapes, lifestyle, and conflicts of the early Californian settlers, creating a rich tapestry of the past. Conner's writing style is both informative and engaging, blending historical research with narrative storytelling to bring the ranchos to life. The book offers a unique perspective on an overlooked aspect of California's history, shedding light on the tradition and culture of the ranchos and their significance in shaping the state's identity. The author's thorough research and attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of California and its early settlers. E. Palmer Conner's passion for the subject is evident in his meticulous examination of the topic, making 'The Romance of the Ranchos' a must-read for history buffs and literary enthusiasts alike.

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