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Arcata Sports Complex Project, Susie Van Kirk

Susie Van Kirk Papers

The City of Arcata is developing a sports complex, including playing fields and structures, on its property lying south and west of 7th and Union Streets. Prior to the commencement of construction, an archaeological investigation was performed to determine the extent and significance of a previously-identified prehistoric site. In addition to artifacts associated with the prehistoric time period, historic artifacts were also encountered. To assist in the evaluation of these artifacts, research of the historic component of the property was undertaken. This report discusses the historic environment and land use, land ownerships, biographical information on some of the families associated …

Ferndale Sewer Project, Susie Van Kirk

Susie Van Kirk Papers

With its exceptional array of Victorian and turn-of-the- century commercial and residential structures, Ferndale is recognized statewide as a place of historic significance. Individual structures are notable examples of late 19th and early 20th century styles, many displaying the opulent applied ornamentation of the period. But the significance of this collection is not simply that of individual structures; rather, it is the architectural and historic integrity of the town as a whole that preserves a Victorian character rarely found in late 20th century America. These notable examples are supported by a sprinkling of settlement-period house types and good representatives of …

Conserving Nantucket, Steve Sheppard

Bridgewater Review

The pristine qualities that make Nantucket a distinct place, and somewhere “far away,” both geographically and philosophically, also make it a refuge, an attractive haven and resort with less traffic, pollution and people than the mainland thirty miles away. Nantucket’s popularity is beginning to catch up with her. No longer just a summer place, Nantucket is now an active year-round community, with a tourist season that stretches from late April until well past Columbus Day. The most visible manifestation of Nantucket’s increased popularity is a building boom that is fast chewing up the island's open spaces and threatening its rural …

History Of The Union Water Company, Susie Van Kirk

Susie Van Kirk Papers

The Arcata Volunteer Fire Department was organized on January 24 1884 in response to a growing awareness that the pump-and-bucket operation on the town's Plaza was inadequate to protect the business district. A necessary part of that new department, of course, was a dependable water system; the organization of the Union Water Co. took place in December 1883. This report covers the establishment and history of the Union Water Company.

Minor-Feuerwerker House, Susie Van Kirk

Susie Van Kirk Papers

Overview of establishment and ownership of Minor-Feuerwerker House (dates covered 1830-1960).

Humboldt Bay Masterplan (Environmental Impact Report), Susie Van Kirk

Susie Van Kirk Papers

Descriptions of Indian sites on Humboldt Bay have not been attempted in this report. According to Loud (1918) there were 115 archaeological sites located in the Wiyot territory which roughly covered the lower Mad River, the lower Eel and fill of Humboldt Bay Approximately 70 of these sites were on or near the bay. Many of the important village sites have been lost to development. The clearings in the forest, streams, and bluffs above the tidelands were naturally chosen by white settlers just as they had been chosen by Indian people generations before.

Inventories of Wiyot sites in the area …

Historic Structures Survey: Myrtle Avenue Project, Susie Van Kirk

Susie Van Kirk Papers

Compilation of various sites' brief history. Includes parcel number, present owner and summary of previous ownership and establishment, with sources.

The Neighbor Voice Of The Bowling Green Model Cities C.P. Program Vol. 1 No. 5, Department Of Library Special Collections

Research Collections

The Neighbor

Voice of the Bowling Green Model Cities C.P. Program

Volume one, Number five, June 1971

• Parkside West project to relieve Delafield area

• State Street Baptist Church is celebrating its 133rd anniversary

• Rev. H. M. Jones is the pastor

• Reservoir Hill’s water tower is illuminated in patriotic colors

• It was officially lit on June 10

• The community is searching for a photograph of a former community leader: Roland Bland

• The Center Street sewer portion is soon to be completed

• Because the ditch was covered with pipe and the street was not repaired, it was the cause of many car …

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Ua3/3 A Guide To Future Physical Development, Wku President's Office

WKU Archives Records

Long range development plan for WKU which gives an overview of WKU history, existing buildings and surrounding area including Jonesville, traffic flow, parking, and new design plans for traffic and buildings.

Report On Central Business District. Columbus, Georgia, George W. Simons Jr. Collection

City and Regional Planning -- Georgia

A report on the development of Columbus's business district, specifically the shopping centers. In addition, it surveys the population growth and the need for a neighborhood shopping center. 1957-1958