Volume 032-4 - October 1978 (8 pages)

which went to the general museum fund of the Historical Society. The Markers and Sites Committee got off to a fine start with Herbert Nile as Chairman in 1946. In cooperation with aathe Grass Valley’s Lions Club Jommittee, eighty redwood signs were made under the direction of Shop Instructor Robert Frost at the High School, and placed by a combined Lions Club and Historical Society Committee. In the early 1960’s, Herb Nile’s activity in Markers and Sites began to decline due to ill health, and the work to which he was so dedicated gradually went into limbo. A County Historical Landmarks Committee, formed in 1969, now carries on the work. The Historical Society continues to appoint a Markers and Sites Committee which occasionally carries on a project of its own. The Honorary Dinners lasted but a short time; they were followed by the Citizen of the Year banquets. This custom continued until 1973 when the Historical Society preferred to emulate the State group by awarding those who in some way contributed to the preservation of Nevada County history. The dinner programs were usually conductive of the person being honored. With Dr. Chapman in 1948, the theme centered around his outstanding achievement in promoting and dedicating the herioc-size monument at Donner Lake. Elza and Luvia Kilroy with little Karen Tucker appeared that banquet night in a tableau of the Donner Monument. At the George Calanan dinner in erry950, Horace Curnow patiently irculated among the banquet tables, bearing a pen and big scroll for guests to sign. The scroll, illuminated by Artist George Mathis, bore Mayor Thomas H. Taylor’s proclamation of Calanan Day. Those who heard him will never forget Bill Tobiassen’s rendition of ‘Dear Hearts and Gentle People.” It was so appropriate to the occasion! Bernice Glasson as the honoree in 1956 was completely surprised when Bob Paine produced a copy of the Grass Valley High School annual, “Stray Leaves,’’ with Miss Glasson’s graduating class. The book contained an article by Bernice on “Grass Valley, a Hundred Years from Now!’’ with corresponding references to Nevada City words which shook the hall with laughter. The 100th anniversary of the Nevada City Firemen was one of the most gala events. As General Chairman, Isabel Hefelfinger made an all-out effort in making this the best. Papier-mache figures of Firemen graced the length of each table and programs with blockprinted covers of an early-day fireman from the years 1860-1960 became coveted souvenirs. Remarks by the older past firechiefs brought tears to many eyes, especially when Phil Scadden, the oldest living Fireman, having served the “aatFire Dept. 68 years, gave his yeminiscences of fire-fighting and wished the present day firemen success in quenching all future fires. The Historical Library got its start with a shelf in each of the city libraries with Bernice Glasson, chairman for Grass Valley and Olive Kallenberger, Nevada City. Satisfactory progress was made the first year in the compilation of a bibliography with particular reference to Nevada County. Mrs. Kallenberger kept scrapbooks of Historical Society clippings, and after she left Nevada County the work was faithfully carried on by Audrey Weselsky. For many years the library project remained dormant until Elise Searls, widow of Carroll Searls, presented their 1872 law office at 214 Church Street to the Historical Society for a library in 1971. Under the direction of Doris Foley, Library Chairman, in a year-long project, an Historical Library was established and dedicated August 20, 1872. It houses all types of documents, maps, charts, and photos of Nevada County and has become a source of information for students, writers, newspaper people and those seeking handling these large groups of people. If the plan is made to stay overnight, he will address the group in the hotel’s banquet room and then lead the way on an evening walking tour to one of the museums where he delights his guests by adding a ghost or two to his commentaries. From the many “Thank You” notes received, tours to Nevada County are gaining in favor. The Conference of Historical Societies had its beginning in July of 1953, when twenty-one historical societies met at Columbia State Park to form an organization for the exchange of ideas and mutual assistance. Doris Foley was named Treasurer at this time and Isabel Hefelfinger one of the regional Vice-Presidents, representing Nevada County and the.° surrounding it. In October, 1964, the Conference held its Thirteenth ._-nual Symposium in Nevada City. Isabel Hefelfinger, as CENTRAL PACIFIC RAILROAD CENTENNIAL LEFT TO RIGHT: 1971 PRESIDENT ARLIE HANSEN AND WIFE SIBLEY THELMA GATES AND HUSBAND, 1969 PRESIDENT BOB GATES pioneer records. The library is open from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. daily, except Sunday. Elsie Flynn is the present librarian. Tours to the Gold Cities began on a steady basis with the California Historical Society’s Spring Romeria, in April of 1960. Since then Nevada County has hosted field-trips from various colleges, universities, Historical Societies, Senior Citizen bus tours and trailer caravans. Refreshments are served on arrival, provided plans are made with the tour leader, followed by a guided tour to one of the twin cities with a stop for lunch, perhaps in a paper bag at the city park. In the afternoons the tour continues or ends in a forum. Dr. Hjalmer Berg has become quite adept at General Chairman, planned a most successful gathering. The main activities began on Saturday, Oct. 10th, at the Nevada City Elementary School with a welcoming by President Gilbert Tennis and Mayor Arch McPherson. A number of addresses were made throughout the Symposium, and as a special treat, a tour of the Empire Mine, a display of Wells Fargo Relics, and a recital, given by the Grass Valley Cornish Choir were offered. A Miner’s lunch was served in the Nevada City M. E. Church Social Hall, and an evening banquet at the Elementary School. The Nevada County Historical Society has taken stands against issues that might destroy the history of the 25.

which went to the general museum fund of the Historical Society. The Markers and Sites Committee got off to a fine start with Herbert Nile as Chairman in 1946. In cooperation with aathe Grass Valley’s Lions Club Jommittee, eighty redwood signs were made under the direction of Shop Instructor Robert Frost at the High School, and placed by a combined Lions Club and Historical Society Committee. In the early 1960’s, Herb Nile’s activity in Markers and Sites began to decline due to ill health, and the work to which he was so dedicated gradually went into limbo. A County Historical Landmarks Committee, formed in 1969, now carries on the work. The Historical Society continues to appoint a Markers and Sites Committee which occasionally carries on a project of its own. The Honorary Dinners lasted but a short time; they were followed by the Citizen of the Year banquets. This custom continued until 1973 when the Historical Society preferred to emulate the State group by awarding those who in some way contributed to the preservation of Nevada County history. The dinner programs were usually conductive of the person being honored. With Dr. Chapman in 1948, the theme centered around his outstanding achievement in promoting and dedicating the herioc-size monument at Donner Lake. Elza and Luvia Kilroy with little Karen Tucker appeared that banquet night in a tableau of the Donner Monument. At the George Calanan dinner in erry950, Horace Curnow patiently irculated among the banquet tables, bearing a pen and big scroll for guests to sign. The scroll, illuminated by Artist George Mathis, bore Mayor Thomas H. Taylor’s proclamation of Calanan Day. Those who heard him will never forget Bill Tobiassen’s rendition of ‘Dear Hearts and Gentle People.” It was so appropriate to the occasion! Bernice Glasson as the honoree in 1956 was completely surprised when Bob Paine produced a copy of the Grass Valley High School annual, “Stray Leaves,’’ with Miss Glasson’s graduating class. The book contained an article by Bernice on “Grass Valley, a Hundred Years from Now!’’ with corresponding references to Nevada City words which shook the hall with laughter. The 100th anniversary of the Nevada City Firemen was one of the most gala events. As General Chairman, Isabel Hefelfinger made an all-out effort in making this the best. Papier-mache figures of Firemen graced the length of each table and programs with blockprinted covers of an early-day fireman from the years 1860-1960 became coveted souvenirs. Remarks by the older past firechiefs brought tears to many eyes, especially when Phil Scadden, the oldest living Fireman, having served the “aatFire Dept. 68 years, gave his yeminiscences of fire-fighting and wished the present day firemen success in quenching all future fires. The Historical Library got its start with a shelf in each of the city libraries with Bernice Glasson, chairman for Grass Valley and Olive Kallenberger, Nevada City. Satisfactory progress was made the first year in the compilation of a bibliography with particular reference to Nevada County. Mrs. Kallenberger

kept scrapbooks of Historical Society clippings, and after she left Nevada County the work was faithfully carried on by Audrey Weselsky. For many years the library project remained dormant until Elise Searls, widow of Carroll Searls, presented their 1872 law office at 214 Church Street to the Historical Society for a library in 1971. Under the direction of Doris Foley, Library Chairman, in a year-long project, an Historical Library was established and dedicated August 20, 1872. It houses all types of documents, maps, charts, and photos of Nevada County and has become a source of information for students, writers, newspaper people and those seeking handling these large groups of people. If the plan is made to stay overnight, he will address the group in the hotel’s banquet room and then lead the way on an evening walking tour to one of the museums where he delights his guests by adding a ghost or two to his commentaries. From the many “Thank You” notes received, tours to Nevada County are gaining in favor. The Conference of Historical Societies had its beginning in July of 1953, when twenty-one historical societies met at Columbia State Park to form an organization for the exchange of ideas and mutual assistance. Doris Foley was named Treasurer at this time and Isabel Hefelfinger one of the regional Vice-Presidents, representing Nevada County and the.° surrounding it. In October, 1964, the Conference held its Thirteenth ._-nual Symposium in Nevada City. Isabel Hefelfinger, as CENTRAL PACIFIC RAILROAD CENTENNIAL LEFT TO RIGHT: 1971 PRESIDENT ARLIE HANSEN AND WIFE SIBLEY THELMA GATES AND HUSBAND, 1969 PRESIDENT BOB GATES pioneer records. The library is open from 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. daily, except Sunday. Elsie Flynn is the present librarian. Tours to the Gold Cities began on a steady basis with the California Historical Society’s Spring Romeria, in April of 1960. Since then Nevada County has hosted field-trips from various colleges, universities, Historical Societies, Senior Citizen bus tours and trailer caravans. Refreshments are served on arrival, provided plans are made with the tour leader, followed by a guided tour to one of the twin cities with a stop for lunch, perhaps in a paper bag at the city park. In the afternoons the tour continues or ends in a forum. Dr. Hjalmer Berg has become quite adept at General Chairman, planned a most successful gathering. The main activities began on Saturday, Oct. 10th, at the Nevada City Elementary School with a welcoming by President Gilbert Tennis and Mayor Arch McPherson. A number of addresses were made throughout the Symposium, and as a special treat, a tour of the Empire Mine, a display of Wells Fargo Relics, and a recital, given by the Grass Valley Cornish Choir were offered. A Miner’s lunch was served in the Nevada City M. E. Church Social Hall, and an evening banquet at the Elementary School. The Nevada County Historical Society has taken stands against issues that might destroy the history of the 25.