"If you can sew, you can save even more at Dot's" [and] "Old fashioned meat market has old fashioned prices." [and] "A shocking sight", 1970-09-28
Scope and Contents
Two sets of published images in envelope with the following captions: "Dorothy Bridges, owner of Dot's Fabric, 227 West Mission," and "The friendly faces of the Robbins family and their new helper, Ronnie Dannenburgh."
Other images in envelope include holiday decorations being hung on Grand Avenue in Escondido, and images of the interior of another store.
The Reliable Meat Market was located at 1351 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Escondido California and was operated by Wilbur Robbins, with help from their daughter, Mary and his wife, name unknown. Photographer(s) unknown. Similar images in envelope.
Additional images related to 1970-09-28 article with following caption for the published image: "Not already? No. Just 'window shopping' on a grand scale Friday as Escondido tried out sample Christmas decorations. In order to vary the seasonal look from year to year the public works department is negotiating with a private firm which leases decorations to towns. Other displays may be given trial swings soon."
Dates
- Other: 1970-09-28
Creator
- Russell, Kathlyn, 1927-1987 (Photographer, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The Dan Rios papers are currently undergoing processing and are open for research. The department has internal documentation over what is in individual envelopes and can search for people, places, and events from 1968 - 2001 in advance of any visits so that we can ensure we have materials on hand for researchers. Please contact Special Collections in advance to request access.
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Extent
From the Collection: 222.31 Linear Feet (186 containers totaling 195 boxes and drawers of various sizes, roughly sized like postcard boxes. Metal containers house 2 or 3 drawers each.)
Language
From the Collection: English
Materials Specific Details
medium format b&w
Repository Details
Part of the CSUSM Special Collections Repository
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