The birth of Montclair. The 1920s were economic boom years in the United States and California.$460,000 worth of property in Montclair during the its first year.
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Red Boots
Growing up in Montclair there was an older woman who would walk the streets of Montclair. She would walk with her head down minding her own business and not causing any problems.
Old Timers Recall
A bit of history of some of the early residents of Montclair from the 1920s.
Christmas Time in Montclair
I thought I would take a moment to share some Christmas ads and articles from The Montclarion. I know these ads will bring back memories from some of you. From the 1940s The Montclarion 1941 The Montcalrion 1941 The Montclarion 1945 The Montclarion 1945 The Montclarion 1945 The Montclarion 1945 The Montclarion The 1950s The... Continue Reading →
The Home Place of Romance – Smith Reserve
Smith Reserve was a subdivision in Montclair and is now called Piedmont Pines.
Early Residents of Montclair – Before 1920
the history of Montclair in Oakland Hills. I discovered that there were people living in the area we now call Montclair in 1865. Here is "A bit of History" of them
Painted Rock
Painted Rock is located at the 'Y" where Ascot Drive and Chelton Drive meet in the Piedmont Pines area. The area was called Sulphur Springs Park.
Montclair East
Montclair East is a shopping center with business offices located at 2220 Mountain Blvd. It is now called Village Square. James Fernhoff, a local real estate broker, was the initial developer.
If I only had a heart…
I could stay young and chipperAnd I'd lock it with a zipperIf I only had a heartIf I Only Had A Heart sung by Jack Haley https://youtu.be/6aE-nMS9Mnk From the Wizard of Oz I know some of you may have noticed that I have slowed down posting here and on Facebook. I thought I'd let you... Continue Reading →
Unique Apartments Courts – Bungalow Courts
A bungalow court is a group of small bungalows or workers cottages built around a court or central yard. An apartment court is a group of buildings built around or have a central courtyard.