In the late 1930s and early 1940s newsreel theaters open in Oakland. They specialized in showing short films continuously.
Lockwood Gardens
Lockwood opened in August of 1942. Originally designed for low-income families regardless of employment, they were converted for the use of families the defense industry only.
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 →
Melrose Highlands- Part 2
Melrose Highland is the area off of Keller Avenue to the King Estates Open Space and over to Field Street and up to Crest Avenue – The area is now called Eastmont Hills.