Jun 28
The Tribune had big holiday plans outlined in the edition published June 27, 1890. The right hand column had a series of drawings to go with the article. In the era before radio, movies and TV it was up to a community to provide their own entertainment. Committees were formed and a community took pride …
Nov 23
Point San Luis Lighthouse Feb. 22, 1894. From the left, oil house, lighthouse, fog horn, residence. Photo courtesy Point San Luis Lighthouse Keepers Volunteers at the Point San Luis Lighthouse have been working hard to restore their over century old treasure. A story by Tribune reporter David Sneed outlines their efforts to date.The county’s other lighthouse, Piedras …
Sep 03
Construction scene from the building of tunnel No. 1 on Cuesta Grade circa 1890. The picture is from a booklet that the Tribune published at the time of the railroad opening. Geography and technology can shape a community. Cuesta Pass was a major obstacle to travel. Before it was tamed by the railroad and later …
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