In June of 1965, the Oakland Housing Authority (OHA) began what was called a "Beautification Program."
Backyard Fence War
First Framed House in Oakland
"Oakland in the days when oaks were here,and the Peralta's owned all the land."Oakland Tribune Feb 1891 The house was located at N. E. corner east Eighth Street and Fourth Avenue, East Oakland. The city directories list the addres as 404 East Eight Street. It was known in the early years as 202 Jefferson Street.... Continue Reading →
Montclair Realty – Pioneers of the Hills
In 1924 brothers Paul and Herman Pause formed Montclair Realty Co. Before that, Paul worked for the Realty Syndicate. Oakland Tribune Apr 01, 1928 Paul and Herman Pause The business district of Montclair looked like this when Montclair Realty was formed. Graded and staked lots in the undeveloped Montclair district's downtown in Oakland, California Eston... Continue Reading →
Rock Concerts – Montclair Park
In the early 1970s, the Montclair Recreation Center held bi-weekly rock concerts. The shows were co-sponsored by the Center and the Montclair Junior Women’s Club.