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GC 1002 Del Valle Family Papers

Repository: Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Span Dates: 1789 – 1929, undated, bulk is 1830 – 1900 Extent: Boxes: 13 legal, 2 ov, 1 mc drawer Language: English and Spanish Abstract: Papers relating to Antonio Seferino del Valle, his son Ygnacio, grandson Reginaldo F., and other family members. Activities include their cattle ranching and wine businesses, particularly in Rancho San Francisco and Rancho Camulos, located in today’s Ventura County, California. Other papers include the political activities of Ygnacio and Reginaldo F. Conditions Governing Use: Permission to publish, quote or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder Conditions Governing Access: Research is by appointment only Preferred Citation: Del Valle Family Papers, Seaver Center for Western History Research, Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History Related Holdings: P-14 Del Valle [Photograph] Collection, 1870s – 1900 GC 1001 Antonio F. Coronel (1817 – 1894) Papers P-157 Antonio Franco Coronel (1817 – 1894) Collection, ca. 1850 – 1900

Seaver Center for Western History Research GC 1002

Del Valle Family Papers 2/4/2015 2 of 2

The History Department’s Material Culture Collection Scope and Content: Correspondence, business papers, legal papers, personal and family papers, memoranda, military documents, and material relating to Antonio Seferino del Valle (1788-1841), who came to California in the Spanish army in 1819; of his son Ygnacio, (1808-80), born in Jalisco, Mexico, who engaged in the cattle and wine businesses and held at various local and state offices in California; of his grandson, Reginaldo Francisco (1854-1938), who was also active in state politics; Ysabel Varela del Valle (Reginaldo’s mother); and other family members. Activities centered in Rancho San Francisco and Rancho Camulos, located in today’s Ventura County, California. Prominent names mentioned include Jose Carillo, Antonio Coronel, John G. Downey, Juan Forster, Andres Pico, Pio Pico, Ygnacio Sepulveda and Abel Stearns. The collection is arranged chronologically.


Container List:

Abbreviations

p., pp. pages, pages

pr. Printed

pfhw. Printed form with handwriting

pftyp. Printed form with typewriting

typ. Typewritten

uns. Unsigned

Span. Written in Spanish

Location Box No. Folder Number Title Description Creation Date Earliest Date Latest Date Catalog Number

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 1 Copy of Baptismal Record 438 of Rosa Maria Ruiz Lopez

A copy of baptismal record #438 of Rosa Maria Ruiz y Lopez, the

original of which was filled out by Fr. Vincente de Santa Maria. The

name of the mission church is not stated. 1p. In Spanish. May 4, 1789 A.3580-1523

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 2 Letter from Fr. Estevan Tapis to Antonio Ygnacio Avila

Letter from Fr. Estevan Tapis at San Luis Rey Mission to Antonio

Ygnacio Avila concerning delivery and prices of rawhide bags filled

with tallow and lard. 1p. In Spanish. March 28, 1811 A.3580-2061

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 3 Letter to Antonio de Avila

Letter to Antonio de Avila from Marcos Antonio de Vitonia, thanking

Avila for the donation of a school. November 22, 1818 A.3580-783

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 4 Pamphlet: Gaceta del Gobierno de Mexico

Pamphlet. Gaceta del Gobierno de Mexico.Tom. IX. Num. 1352,

concerning military activities in Nueva Galicia (Jose de la Curz and

Juan Flores), Zacatecas (Jose de Gayangos), Tula (Pedro de

Antonelli) and Mexico. Lists treasurer's report of Gabriel Sanchez

Valverde. 4pp. Span. December 1, 1818 A.3580-497

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 5 Yndio Machado Account Settlement

Settlement of account of Yndio Machado for the years 1820 and

1821. Includes money earned and debts incurred. (Santa

Gertrudis Rancho). 1p. Unsigned, in Spanish. 1820-1821 A.3580-1470

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 6 List of horse and/or mule contributions

A list of individuals who are supposed to contribute one-tenth of

their horses and mules. Purpose not stated. Written at Rancho

Santa Gerturdis. 2pp. Unsigned, in Spanish. ca 1821 A.3580-1479

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 7 List of stockmen who got wild horses from the corral

A list of fifty-three stockmen who obtained wild horses from the

corral. Handwriting same as that in items A.3580-1479 and A.3580-

1470 ca 1821 A.3580-2058

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 8 Donation Receipt from Mission San Gabriel

Receipt dated at Mission San Gabriel itemizing donations to the

mission for its upkeep. Contributions from Santa Gertrudis Rancho,

Antonio Ygnacio Avila, Rosa Lopez, Hilario Ruiz, Balentin Zuniga,

Guillermo Cota, Juan Lopez. 1p. Span. October 30, 1821 A.3580-693

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 9

Receipt for 300 head of cattle bought from Ygnacio del Valle by Jose A.

Estudillo

Receipt for 300 head of cattle from Ygnacio del Valle obtained by

Jose A. Estudillo, the amount of which was turned over to Mission

San Fernando by Estudillo in payment of a debt. 1p. In Spanish. August 17, 1823 A.3580-2052

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 10 Memorandum of money received by Balentin Zuniga

Memorandum of money received from various persons by Belentin

Zuniga. Contains names of 21 men presumably in California at the

time. 1p. Unsigned. In Spanish. ca. 1824 A.3580-734

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 11 Table of distances from Guadalajara, Mx to Urea in Sonora, Mx.

Detailed table of distances from Guadalajara, Mexico to Ures in

Sonora, Mexico. Lists sixty stopping places along the way with the

distance between each. 2pp. unsigned, in Spanish. ca. 1824 A.3580-676

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 12 Felicitations to Dona Rosa Ruiz de Avila from Estefona de Carillo

Felicitations to Dona Rosa Ruiz de Avila from Estefona de Carillo

(first wife of Jose Antonio Carillo and sister of Pio Pico). Rosa de

Avila was the great-great-grandmother of Josefa del Valle Forster.

1p. ca. 1825 A.3580-792

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 13 Registration of earmarks in the Pueblo of Los Angeles

Registration of earmarks in the Pueblo of Los Angeles by Vincente

Sanchez. Earmarks shown on the margin. Attested by Francisco

Morales on March 2, 1826. 2pp, in Spanish. February 26, 1826 A.3580-1473


List of merchandise purchased by Manuel Gutierres from Juan Ygnacio

Mancisidor

Itemized list of merchandise purchased by Manuel Gutierres from

Juan Ygnacio Mancisidor. 1p. In Spanish. 1826-02-12 1826-03-20 A.3580-742




Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 15 Letter to Antonio Ygnacio (Avila) from Jose Castro

Letter from Jose Castro dated at San Gabriel to Antonio Ygnacio

(Avila) concerning the horse herd of Castro's brother. 1p. In

Spanish. March 6, 1827 A.3580-1471


Document giving Antonio Ygnacio Abila (Avila) power of attorney over ranch

affairs and 1000 head of

Document signed by Manuel Guiterres of Rancho San Pedro in

which he gives Antonio Ygnacio Abila (Avila) 1000 head of stock

for services rendered and confers upon Avila the power of attorney

over ranch affairs. Executed at the Pueblo of Los Angeles and

witnessed by Guillermo Cota. 3pp. Span. March 31, 1827 A.3580-1472


List of purchases from Carilo C. Lebnicoff by Manuel Guiterres and Antonio

Ygnacio

List of goods purchased by Manuel Guiterres and Antonio Ygnacio

(Avila) from Carillo C. Lebnicoff (?) including such items as knives,

candlesticks, brushes, etc. in exchange for 13 small cows, dried

beef, salt, figs, etc. 1p. Span. ca. 1828 A.3580-749


Document about the re-election of Manuel Guiterres as assistant Alcalde at

Rancho San Pedro

Document concerning the re-election of Manuel Guiterres as

assistant Alcalde at Rancho San Pedro as affirmed by Common

Council. Signed by Jose Antonio Carrillo, Jose Palomares,

Estevan Lopez. 1p. In Spanish January 10, 1828 A.3580-673

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 18 Account of Dona Concepcion Avila with Don Abel Stearns

Account of Dona Concepcion Avila with Don Abel Stearns for the

purchase of one tortoise shell comb and one silk shawl ($26.00) in

exchange for six hides ($9.00) and remaining balance due of

$17.00. 1p. Unsigned, in Spanish. ca. 1828-29 A.3580-698

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 20 Account of debt by Antonio Ygnacio Avila to Henrique Conde Virmond

Account of debt of 812 pesos, 5 reales owed by Antonio Ygnacio

Avila to Henrique Conde Virmond at the Port of San Pedro. Among

items purchased for Avila by Manuel Guiterres were silk rebosos, 1

box containing 5 pearl necklaces, 12 charro hats, sugar, gold

brooches, legging ties, silver thread, etc. 3pp. Span. January 16, 1828 A.3580-2053


Bill of goods from San Pedro with amounts due to Capt. Juan Lawler by

Antonio Ygnacio Abila

A bill of goods dated at San Pedro itemizing amounts owed to

Capt. Juan Lawler by Antonio Ignacio Abila. Items include Muslim

cloth, 1 hat, small box of false pearls, 4 trunks, 1 mechero (flint and

steel lighter), 1 fine cloth covering, and the amount of $199 was

paid off in hides and silver. 1p. Span. October 15, 1828 A.3580-2045

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 22 Account of Antonio Ygnacio Avila with Enrique Virmond

Account of Antonio Ygnacio Avila listing amounts owed to Enrique

Virmond. Original debt of $1,071.07 has been paid off to $772.05.

1p. Unsigned, in Spanish. ca. 1828-29, 1830 A.3580-743

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 23 Part of the newspaper El Sol, ano 2 num 212

Newspaper El Sol Ano 2, Num. 212, Jueves 28 de 1830 - San

Tirso abad.) printed in Mexico City containing general information

regarding political activites in Mexico, pages 845, 846, 847, and

848. Printed, in Spanish. January 28, 1830 A.3580-2070


Commission appointing Ygnacio del Valle 2nd Alferez in the Presidial

Company of Monterrey

Commission appointing Citizen Ygnacio del Valle 2nd Alferes

(Ensign) in the Presidial Company of Monterrey; signed by General

Anastacio Bustamente (General de division y Vice-Presidente de

los Estados Unidos Mexicans , en ejercicio del supreme poder

ejecutivo). 1p. pfhw. Span. March 23, 1831 A.3580-2037


Receipt of 20 cow hides accepted from Antonio Ygnacio Avila toward

Antonio del Valle's account w/ Di

Receipt for 20 cow hides on account of Antonio del Valle delivered

by Antonio Ygnacio Avila to Diego Scott who has dated and signed

said receipt at San Pedro. 1p. In Spanish.

See also copy print in P-14, folder 476 November 5, 1831 A.3580-694

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 26 Petition to Common Council of Los Angeles by Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Petition to the Common Council of Los Angeles by Antonio

Ygnacio Abila concerning rights to unbranded sheep roaming

Rancho Sausal, Redondo. 1p. In Spanish May 22, 1832 A.3580-672

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 27 Bill from the brig Ayacucha to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Bill for goods from the brig "Ayacucha" to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

dated May 31, 1831, but signed as of May 31, 1832. Items include

cloth, knives, buttons, etc. which were balanced by the delivery of

32 hides and 98 arrobas of tallow. 1p. Span. May 31, 1832 A.3580-2044

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 28 Letter from Father Jose Sanchez to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Letter from Father Jose Sanchez at Mission San Gabriel to Antonio

Ygnacio Abila containing a request for the delivery of one mule.

1p. In Spanish. August 20, 1832 A.3580-785

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 29 Bill from Guillermo (William) A. Gale to Antonio Abila

A bill for $55.00 (pesos) for goods purchased by Antonio Abila from

Guillermo (William) A. Gale. Items include iron pots, combs, water

tumblers, bottle of rum, sugar, etc. 1p. In Spanish September 5, 1832 A.3580-1474

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 30 Petition from Antonio Ygnacio Abila to the Common Counsel of Los Angeles

Petition to the Common Council of Los Angeles by Antonio

Ygnacio Abila asking for aid in legal matters in settling a dispute.

2pp. In Spanish September 7, 1832 A.3580-636




Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 31 Note to Sra. Rosa Ruiz from Sr. Herrera

A note to Sra. Rosa Ruiz at Los Angeles form S. Herrera telling her

that he cannot come to work for her because of crops to be put in

and lack of Indian servants at his own place. 1p. In Spanish October 23, 1832 A.3580-1475

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 32 Letter from Jose Maria Abila to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Letter from Jose Maria Abila to Antonio Ygnacio Abila, his brother,

concerning barrels of brandy to be purchased (or sold?). Writing

illegible. 2pp. In Spanish ca. 1833 A.3580-784

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 33 Document signed by Buenaventura Lobata

Document signed by Buenaventura Lobata at Los Angeles claiming

that Juan Manuel Baca failed to pay the purchase price of $10.00

for one mule and that he did not receive any money from Baca.

The document is written on stamped paper which was to be used in

the years 1826-27. 1p. Span. April 22, 1833 A.3580-1476


Receipt for 18 hides toward Antonio Ygnacio Abila's account, signed by

Juan Temple

Receipt signed by Juan Temple acknowledging payment of 18

hides on account by Antonio Ygnacio Abila. 1p. In Spanish March 11, 1834 A.3580-2046

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 35 Letter from Gov. Jose Figueroa to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Gov. Jose Figueroa at Monterey to Ygnacio del Valle

regarding the movement of some stock from missions San Antonio

de Padua and Soledad. Paper imprinted "Comandancia General

de la alta California". 3 pp. In Spanish June 26, 1834 A.3580-2039

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 36 Letter from Juan Antonio Munoz to Alferez Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Juan Antonio Muñoz at Monterey to Alferez Ygnacio del

Valle advising him that he has been appointed as lawyer for the

defense of a soldier, Joaquin Alfaro of the Permanent Batallion of

Hidalgo, who is accused of the death of Encarnacion Hernandez of

the same company. 2pp. Span. July 24, 1834 A.3580-2040


Commission appointing Ygnacio del Valle 1st Alferez in the Presidential

Company of Monterey

Commission appointing Ygancio del Valle 1st Alferez in the

Presidential Company of Monterey to fill the vacancy left by the

retirement of Santa Anna (General de Division, y Presidente de los

Estados-Unidos Mexicanos), signed at Monterey 22 June 1835 by

Jose Figueroa, and signed 26 July 1835 by Jose Maria Herrera.

2pp. Official seal. pfhw. Span. August 10, 1834 A.3580-2038

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 38 Receipt for 200 pesos paid by Jose Antonio Yorba to Francisco Ocampo

Receipt for 200 pesos paid by Jose Antonio Yorba to Francisco

Ocampo on December 4, 1834. The receipt is dated at Santa Ana

June 17, 1841, and signed by Ocampo approximately 7 years after

the actual transaction. 1p. In Spanish December 4, 1834 A.3580-695

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 39 Note from Juan Osio to Antonio Maria Osio

Note from Juan Osio to his son Antonio Maria Osio requesting that

he give 2 pesos to Sr. Jose Antonio Yorba. 1p. In Spanish February 12, 1835 A.3580-730

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 40 Letter from Father Blas Ordas to Antonio Ygnacio Avila

Letter from Father Blas Ordas of Mission San Buenaventura to

Antonio Ygnacio Avila at Los Angeles stating his desire to

purchase 150 to 200 head of heifers in exchange for soap at the

rate of 12 reales per head (about $3.00). 1p. Span. May 14, 1835 A.3580-1477

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 41 Receipt of 50 pesos paid by Jose Antonio Yorba to Rafael Guirado

Receipt for 50 pesos paid to Rafael Guirado at Los Angeles by

Jose Antonio Yorba. 1p. In Spanish August 6, 1835 A.3580-696


Certification of an agreement between Juan Brabo and Antonio Ygnacio

Abila

Certification by Jose Perez at Los Angeles that in 1834 an

agreement was made between Juan Brabo and Antonio Ygnacio

Abila whereby Abila agreed to pay Brabo nine pesos. 1p. In

Spanish August 16, 1836 A.3580-729

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 43 Account book

Account book and shopping lists. Written in same hand as $693

(October 20, 1821). 18pp. In Spanish. 1837-1841 A.3580-325


Petition for 4 leagues of land from El Trabuco (ex-Mission San Juan

Capistrano)

Petition presented to Governor Alvarado signed by Piò Pico and

Andres Pico for a grant of four leagues of land of the ex-Mission of

San Juan Capistrano known as El Trabuco. Signed also by Gil

Ybarra, President, and Narciso Botello, Secretary of the

Ayuntamiento of Los Angeles and by Bacilio Valdes and Francisco

Pantoja. 4pp. Span. February 21, 1837 A.3580-637


Notation of debts owed by Wm. Dean, Daniel Stone (el Negro) and Jose

Crowell to Abel Stearns

Notation of debts owed by Wm. Dean, Daniel Stone (el Negro),

and Jose Crowell to Abel Stearns. Signed by Stearns at Los

Angeles. 1p. In Spanish. May 9, 1837 A.3580-744

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 46 Note from Jose Antonio Yorba to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

A note dated at Santana from Jose Antonio Yorba to Antonio

Ygnacio Abila acknowledging receipt of a letter from Abila relative

to the loss of a black horse left in Abila's care. 2pp. In Spanish. May 13, 1837 A.3580-1478

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 47 Account of a bill owed by Don Antonio del Valle to the Frigate "Alert"

Account of bill of 180 pesos 9 reales owed by Don Antonio del Vale

to the frigate "Alert" which was paid off in part with hides and tallow

leaving a balance due of 30 pesos 5 reales. 1p. In Spanish Sept-Oct 1837 A.3580-2051

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 48 Letter from Jose Antonio Carrillo to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Letter from Jose Antonio Carillo to Antonio Ygnacio Abila asking

his assistance in apprehending three men who have fled from his

establishment after robbing some women. 2pp. In Spanish October 14, 1837 A.3580-786




Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 49 Letter from Jose Pedro Ruiz to Antonio Ygnacio Avila

Letter from Jose Pedro Ruiz at Santa Barbara to Antionio Ygnacio

Avila at Los Angeles concerning family affairs. 1p. In Spanish. March 9, 1838 A.3580-787

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 50 Letter from Jose Maria Valle to Don Gaspar Reyes

Letter from Jose Maria Valle at Mazatlan to Don Gaspar Reyes

asking him to pay seventy five pesos in July to Don Bernardo

Ruelas. 1p. In Spanish May 9, 1838 A.3580-1904

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 51 Letter to "Amada Josefita" from (Jose Maria) Valle

Letter to "Amada Josefita" [Josefa Romero] from [Jose Maria] Valle

explaining the delayed purchase of some supplies she has

requested. 1p. In Spanish ca. July 1838 A.3580-2020

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 52 Letter to "Adorada Josefita" from Valle

Letter to "Adorada Josefita" signed Valle asking her for a date. 1p.

In Spanish. ca. July 1838 A.3580-2021

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 53 Letter to Josefita from Valle

Letter to Josefita [Romero] signed Valle mentioning the sending of

the sample she requested. 1p. In Spanish. ca. July 1838 A.3580-2023

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 54 Letter to "Querida Mia" unsigned

Letter to "Querida mia" in regard to the exchange of letters and

future possibility of marriage. Probably Jose Maria Valle to Josefa

Romero. 1p. In Spanish ca. July 1838 A.3580-2022

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 55 Letter from Carlos Ruiz to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Letter from Carlos Ruiz at Santa Barbara to Antonio Ygnacio Abila,

his uncle, regarding personal and family affairs. 3pp. In Spanish July 12, 1838 A.3580-788

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 56 Letter from Jose Maria Valle to Josefita (Romero)

Letter from Jose Maria Valle to Josefita [Romero] in regard to

having sent her some school supplies and the sample she

requested. 1p. In Spanish July 13, 1838 A.3580-1905

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 57 Letter from Julian Guilliams (Williams) to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Letter from Julian Guilliams (Williams?) to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

regarding a bill. 1p. In Spanish July 14, 1838 A.3580-2050


Acknowledgement that Jose Antonio Yorba paid 35 pesos on behalf of Dona

Catalina Ruiz de Nieto

Acknowledgment by Abel Stearns that Jose Antonio Yorba paid the

sum of 45 pesos for Dona Catalina Ruiz de Nieto for hides and

tallow. Dated at Los Angeles December 9, 1840 and signed by

Abel Stearns. 1p. In Spanish September 5, 1838 A.3580-699

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 59 Court Order for Jose Yorba to Make and Deliver Reins to Tomas Yorba

Order of the Court to Jose Yorba to make fifteen pair of bridle reins

and to deliver them to Tomas Yorba. 1p. In Spanish. September 14, 1838 A.3580-637 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 60 Letter to "my love and future companion"

Letter to "My amada y futura Companera" signed Valle. Probably a

love letter from Jose Maria Valle to Josefa Romero. 2pp. In

Spanish. ca. October 1838 A.3580-2026

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 61 Letter to "my dear daughter" from Jose Maria [Valle]

Letter to "My adorada hijita" from Jose Maria (Valle) at Loreto

giving a description of a stormy and dangerous ocean voyage,

expressing his thanks for being alive and his love for his wife,

family and friends. 4pp. In Spanish. October 17, 1838 A.3580-1906


Receipt for 160 pesos paid by Antonio del Valle toward Guadalupe Vallejo's

account

Receipt for 160 pesos paid on the account of Guadealupe Vallejo

by Antonio del Valle. Signed by Andres Castillero (secretary of

Governor Chico). 1p. In Spanish. May 13, 1839 A.3580-697

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 63 Military Discharge of Lt. Ygnacio del Valle from Presidential Co. of Monterey

Official discharge of First Lieutenant Ygnacio del Valle from the

Presidential Company of Monterey signed by Anastacio

Bustamente as General de Division y Presidente de la Republica

Mexicana. 4pp. Span. pfhw. August 5, 1839 A.3580-667

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 64 Account statement from the brig "Ayacuche" to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Statement of account owed by Antonio Ygnacio Abila to the brig

Ayacucho in the amount of 1063 pesos 7 ½ reales. Items include

various fabrics, sombreros de vicuna, chocolate, and false pearls.

Rendered by Santiago McKinley at San Pedro. 1p. Span. August 13, 1839 A.3580-2054

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 65 Account statement of Don Antonio Ygnacio Abila with Abel Stearns

Statement of account of Don Antonio Ygnacio Abila with Abel

Stearns showing a total of 478 pesos 6 reales spent for items

including 1ax, 6 yds. crude cotton, 6 handkerchiefs, piece of silk, 1

white shirt ($3.00), 1 blue rebosa, brandy, etc. 4pp. Span. Jan-July 1840 A.3580-745

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 66 Letter from Pedro Abila to Don Jose Sepulveda

Letter from Pedro Abila at Monterey to Don Jose Sepulveda

informing him of his safe arrival. States that he delivered

Sepulveda's letter to Jose Castro and that he had difficulties along

the way with the horses. Appears to have been driving stock. 2pp.

Span. February 28, 1840 A.3580-789

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 67 Don Antonio Ygnacio's account with Tiburcio Tapia

Account of Don Antonio Ygnacio Abila with Tiburcio Tapia. List of

amounts charged by various persons to Abila's account. 1p. In

Spanish. May 3, 1840 A.3580-746

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 68 Cattle Contract

Legal writ concerning the sale of 150 head of cattle. Signed by

Felipe Lugo, Jose Maria Alvarado, Augustine Olvera and Bacilieo

Valdez. 1p. in Spanish. June 2, 1840 A.3580-638

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 69 Account of Don Antonio Valle owed to Abel Stearns

Account rendered by Abel Stearns to Don Antonio Valle showing

16 pesos 1 real owed for various items. 1p. In Spanish. September 18, 1840 A.3580-1008




Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 70 Letter from Francisco Abila to Antonio Ygnacio Abila

Letter from Francisco Abila at San Juan Capistrano to his father

Antonio Ygnacio Abila at Los Angeles concerning family affairs.

1p. In Spanish. December 18, 1840 A.3580-790

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 71 Account statement of Ygnacio del Valle from Santa Barbara

Statement of account of Ygnacio del Valle for goods purchased at

Santa Barbara for himself and for Mission San Fernando. Total

from June to 12 August 1841 of 880.2 pesos; from November to 7

Jan. 1842 of 55 pesos. Probably from a trading vessel. 2pp. Span. 1841-42 A.3580-747

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 72 Account of Antonio Ygnacio Avila with Abel Sterns

Business Account of Antonio Ygnacio Avila with Abel Sterns. 34pp.

In Spanish. 1841-01- 1844-12- A.3582-10

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 73 Statement of account owed by Antonio Ygnacio Abila to A.B. Thompson

Statement of account owed by Antonio Ygnacio Abila to A. B.

Thompson totaling 465 pesos 6 reales for cloth, foodstuffs, etc.

1p. In Spanish. January 22, 1841 A.3580-2055

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 74 Statement of account of Ygnacio del Valle with Jose Antonio Aguirre

Statement of account of Ygnacio del valle with Jose Antonio

Aguirre at Santa Barbara totaling 1596 pesos 6 reales. Items

include all kinds of cloth, knives, brooches, stockings, sugar,

scissors, etc. 2pp. In Spanish. February 8, 1841-April 19, 1842 A.3580-2048

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 75 Receipt for one mule from Don Antonio Yorba

Receipt for one mule valued at 10 pesos from Don Antonio Yorba

in payment of a debt. Signed by Francisco Ocampo at Santa Ana

June 17, 1841. 1p. In Spanish. March 3, 1841 A.3580-700

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 76 Power of attorney granted Augustin Olvera by Jose Antonio Yorba

Power of attorney granted to Augustin Olvera by Jose Antonio

Yorba to act for him in his business affairs. Written of stamped

paper for us in 1840 and 1841 (one-fifth real tax about 2 cents).

Witnessed by Francisco Ocampo, Felipe Castillo, Ygnacio

Palomares, Ygnacio Coronel, Bacilio Valdez. 4pp. Span. May 5, 1841 A.3580-640

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 77 Note recording the death of Antonio Seferino del Valle

Scrap of paper recording date of death of Antonio Seferino del

Valle (father of Ygnacio Ramon de Jesus Del Valle) at the age of

54. He was buried at Mission San Fernando. 1p. In Spanish. June 1, 1841 A.3580-1908


Receipt of a payment by Ygnacio del Valle of Antonio del Valle's account

with Luis Arenas

Receipt signed by Luis Arenas acknowledging a barrel of brandy

given by Ignacio del Valle in payment of a debt owed by his father

Antonio del Valle, deceased. 1p. In Spanish. August 5, 1841 A.3580-701


Document about land contract between Ygnacio Maria Alvarado, Rafael

Gallado and Felipe Carillo

Documents concerning a contract for the disposition of some land

between Ignacio Maria Alvarado and Rafael Gallardo and Felipe

Carillo at Los Angeles. Stamped paper as No. 640 above. 4pp.

Span. October 10, 1841 A.3580-641

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 80 Statement of account of Ygnacio del Valle with Scott and Wilson

Statement of account of Ygnacio del Valle with Scott and Wilson

rendered at Santa Barbara April 13, 1842 for 195 pesos. 1p. In

Spanish. 1841-11-15 1842-03-04 A.3580.52-2049


Receipt for 30 pesos paid by Ygnacio del Balle (Valle) towards Andres

Pico's account

Receipt for 30 pesos paid by Ygnacio del Balle (Valle) on account

of Andres Pico. Signed by Agustin Salgada. 1p. In Spanish. February 20, 1842 A.3580-703

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 82 Letter to "my dear son" from Josefa del Valle

Letter from Josefa Valle at Moleje (Muleje) to "Mi adorado hijito"

containing family news. 2pp. In Spanish. May 4, 1842 A.3580-1910


Receipt for the payment of 12 hides on Antonio Ygnacio Abila's account by

Juan Forster

Receipt acknowledging payment of 12 hides on account of Antonio

Ygnacio Abila by Juan Forster at San Pedro. Signed by William

Dane Phelps. 1p. In Spanish. August 23, 1842 A.3580-2047

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 84 Court summons for Francisco Ocampo and Ramon Ybarra

Court summons signed by Jose Sepulveda directed to Francisco

Ocampo and Ramon Ybarra "without excuse or pretext to present

yourself to court on a matter of justice". 1p. In Spanish. October 12, 1842 A.3580-639


Receipt for 3 hides filled with tallow paid by Tiburcio Tapia on Ygnacio del

Valle's account

Receipt for three hides full of tallow weighing 94 arrobas, 21 lbs.

Paid by Tiburcio Tapia on account of Ygnacio del Valle. Signed by

W. Reynolds, Ship's Master. 1p. In Spanish. October 28, 1842 A.3580-702

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 86 Letter to Jose Maria del Valle from Josefa Romero del Valle

Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero de Valle containing

family news. 2pp. In Spanish. ca. 1843 A.3580-2036

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 87 Letter to "my dear son" from Josefa Romero del Valle

Letter to "Mi adorado hijito" [Jose Maria Valle Jr?] from Josefa

Romero de Valle containing family news. 2pp. In Spanish. ca. 1843 A.3580-2033


Receipt for one rawhide sack of tallow and 4 cow hides from Sra. Catalina

Ruiz

Receipt for one rawhide sack full of tallow weighting 8 arrobas, 7

lbs, and 4 cow hides from Sra. Catalina Ruiz. Signed by J. Forster

at San Pedro. 1p. In Spanish. August 30, 1843 A.3580-704

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 89 Document written to Governor Micheltorena from Ygnacio del Valle

Document written by Ygnacio del Valle to Governor Micheltorena

concerning the diseño of Rancho San Francisco and a copy of the

espediente by which his father Antonio del Valle had obtained the

rancho. A note on the margin signed by Manuel Jimeno states that

the request was granted 28 Nov. 1843. 2pp. Span. September 26, 1843 A.3580-2062




Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 90 Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero Valle

Letter to Jose Maria Valle at Mazatlan from Josefa Romero de

Valle concerning family affairs. No year given. 2pp. In Spanish. October [1843?] A.3580-2024



Valle at Tepic concerning family affairs. Additional note signed by

Laura Valle and a few more lines signed by Juan Jose Valle. 3pp.

In Spanish. October 3, 1843 A.3580-1911



Valle at Tepic concerning family affairs. 2pp. In Spanish. October 9, 1843 A.3580-1912

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 93 Letter to Jose Maria from Josefa Romero

Letter from Josefa Romero at Tepic to Jose Maria concerning

family affairs. Note from Laura Valle. 2pp. In Spanish. November 14, 1843 A.3580-1913

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 94 Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero del Valle

Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero de Valle at Tepic

concerning intimate family affairs. 2pp. In Spanish. November 21, 1843 A.3580-1914

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 95 Account book of Ramon Yorba for 1844-45

Account book of Ramon Yorba for the year 1844 containing

accounts of Jose Antonio Yorba, Catalina Ruiz, Migel Albares

(Miguel Alvarez), and Juan Abila. 11pp. In Spanish. 1844-45 A.3580-748

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 96 Account of Antonio Ygnacio Avila with Abel Stearns

Business account of Antonio Ygnacio Avila with Abel Stearns. 2pp.

In Spanish. 1844 1850 A.3582-9

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 97 Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero del Valle

Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero at Tepic in which

she informs her husband that she has sent him several articles of

wearing apparel; also contains general family news. Signed by

Laura Valle as well. 2pp. In Spanish. January 10, 1844 A.3580-1915

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 98 Letter from Josefa Romero Valle to her son

Letter to "Querido hijito" (Jose Valle) from Josefa Romero de Valle

at Tepic containing family news. An additional page addressed to

"Hermanito" is signed by Laura Valle. 4pp. In Spanish. January 31, 1844 A.3580-1916

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 99 Letter from Josefa Romero Valle to her son

Letter to "Mi querido hijito" from Josefa Romero del Valle at Tepic

containing family news. Additional note addressed "querido

papsito" signed Adelina Valle and another one to "Jose Ma" signed

Laura Valle with a postscript regarding some barrels of wine. 3pp.

Span. February 1844 A.3580-1917

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 100 Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero

Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero at Tepic concerning

family affairs. 3pp. In Spanish. February 14, 1844 A.3580-1918


Promissory note from Nepomuceno Alvarado to pay Manuel Castillo, signed

over to Ygnacio del Balle

Promissory note signed by Nepomuceno Alvarado to pay to

Manuel Castillo 5 breeding cattle 5 dray cattle, 2 young heifers

dated at Los Angeles. On the reverse side dated 16 Feb. 1854 the

note is signed over to Don Ygnacio del Balle by Manuel del

Castillo. 2pp. Span. February 16, 1844 A.3580-731

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 102 Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero de Valle

Letter to Jose Maria Valle from Josefa Romero de Valle at Tepic

concerning family affairs. 3pp. In Spanish. February 27, 1844 A.3580-1919

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 103 Registration of brand and earmarks used by Dona Magdelena Yorba

Registration of brand and ear-marks used by Dona Magdalena

Yorba. Signed by Manuel Requena and witnessed by Vincente

Sanchez on stamped paper for use in 1844 and 1845. 1p. In

Spanish. March 4, 1844 A.3580-642

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 104 Letter from Josefa Romero del Valle to her husband

Letter from Josefa Romero de Valle at Tepic to her husband

concerning family affairs. 2pp. In Spanish. July 3, 1844 A.3580-1920


Receipt for animals delivered by Ygnacio del Valle to Jose Estudillo for Jose

Antonio Aguirre

Receipt for 470 head of stock delivered by Ygnacio del Valle to

Jose Estudillo for Jose Antonio Aguirre plus an additional 592 head

of smaller animals. Signed at Rancho San Francisco by Jose

Estudillo. 1p. In Spanish. August 28, 1844 A.3580-2057

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 106 Receipt for payment on Don Pedro Abila's account made by Rafael Guirado

Receipt signed by Jose Vincente Guerrero for two hide sacks of

lard weighing 36 arrobas and 9 lbs. From Rafael Guirado to be

applied on the account of Don Pedro Abila. Made at San Pedro.

1p. In Spanish. October 2, 1844 A.3580-707


Receipt for payment on Antonio Maria Aguirre's account by Antonio Ygnacio

Abila

Receipt given by Santiago Johnson to Antonio Ygnacio Abila for

two bags of tallow weighing 35 arrobas and 16 lbs. To be applied

to account of Antonio Maria Aguirre. Dated and signed at San

Pedro. 1p. In Spanish. November 13, 1844 A.3580-705

Row 28 Range 6 Box 001 Folder 108 Letter to Josefa Romero de Valle from Jose Maria Valle?

Letter from Jose Maria Valle (?) at Muleje to Josefa Romero de

Valle concerning his not being able to send the leather bag for lack

of space in the boat of Manzano. Part of the letter is missing. 2pp.

In Spanish. November 22, 1844 A.3580-1921 A


Receipt for one sack of tallow weighing 25 arrobas from Antonio Ygnacio

Abila

Receipt for one sack of tallow weighing 25 arrobas from Antonio

Ygnacio Abila for Guillermo Gregory at the rate of 10 reales for

each arroba—total value 31 pesos 2 reales. Signed by Guillermo

D. M. Howard at San Pedro. 1p. Span. November 27, 1844 A.3580-706





Copy of capitulation agreement between Commandant Gen. Manuel

Micheltorena and Lt. Col. Jose Castro

A copy of the capitulation agreement between Comandant General

Manuel Micheltorena and Lieutenant Colonel Jose Castro made "in

the field of San Fernando" on Feb. 22 1845. The document is

certified as a true copy by Juan Bandini and is signed by Felipe

Lugo at Los Angeles on Feb. 24, 1845. 4pp. Span. February 24, 1845 A.3580-1481

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 111 Note from Pio Pico to Ygnacio del Valle

Note from Pio Pico to Ygnacio del Valle authorizing him to pay to

Julian Guillam [Williams] the amount of $200 and charge it to the

expenses of the government. 1p. In Spanish. August 18, 1845 A.3580-2043

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 112 Note to Pedro Abila from Serbol Barelas

Note to Pedro Abila from Serbol Barelas at Los Angeles asking him

for a dried hide to be charged to his account. 1p. In Spanish. September 28, 1845 A.3580-732

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 113 Note from Pio Pico to Ygnacio del Valle

Note from Pio Pico to Ygnacio del Valle requesting the latter to give

the bearer (Pacifico Sanchez) two pieces of cloth to be charged ot

Pico's account. November 25, 1845 A.3580-2056


Letter from Pio Pico advising Ygnacio del Valle his appointment as treasurer

for the California government

Letter from Governor Pio Pico to Ygnacio del Valle advising del

Valle that he has been appointed treasurer for the government of

California to succeed Jose Abrego who has retired. 2pp. In

Spanish. January 22, 1846 A.3580-2041

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 115 Letter from Commandant General Jose Castro to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Jose Castro, Commandant General of Alta California to

Ygnacio del Valle regarding del Valle's appointment to the office of

treasurer as discussed by Pio Pico. 3pp. In Spanish. February 10, 1846 A.3580-2042


Letter to Ygnacio del Valle from Jose Abrego from the Monterey Treasury

Dept.

Letter from Jose Abrego at the treasury department in Monterey to

Ygnacio del Valle asking him to come to the office to receive the

necessary things pertaining to the office. 1p. In Spanish. February 11, 1846 A.3580-791


Copy of the confirmation of the grant of Rancho Sierra de Cuyamaca to

Augustin Olvera

Copy of the confirmation of the grant of Rancho Sierra de

Guyamaca in San Diego to Augustin Olvera on 11 August 1845

which was signed by Pio Pico as Governor and Jose Matias

Moreno his secretary. Copy certified by Olvera. 2pp. Span.

Translation included. June 3, 1846 A.3580-644

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 118 Certificate of good conduct granted to Canaca Jose Mariano

Certiicate of good conduct granted to Canaca Jose Mariano

addressed to the Comandant of the Guard of Los Angeles. Signed

at Los Angeles by Luis Jordan and co-signed by Narciso Botello

and Francisco J. Alvarado. 1p. In Spanish. November 6, 1846 A.3580-668

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 119 Account statement from the trading ship Moscow

Receipt or statement of account for goods purchased from the

trading ship Moscow which was engaged in the coastal trade

during the late 1840's. No date or name. 1p. In Spanish. ca. 1847 A.3580-751


Bill to United States Naval & Land Forces for Operations in California

[duplicates]

A duplicate copy of the same bill rendered by Francisco Ocampo to

the United States Naval and Land Forces for operations in

California for the sum of Two hundred and eleven dollars ($211.00)

for oxen, sheep, forage and wood furnished to the forces on their

march to Los Angeles. The documents were certified by J. Bidwell,

Quartermaster, H. Rowan of the Naval Forces, and by Commodore

R. F. Stockston. The signature of the Ocampo is certified by Juan

Bandini. Both copies contain original signatures. 2pp. Eng. and

Span. See also item 1482b. February 27, 1847 A.3580-1482 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 121 Bill to the United States Naval and Land Forces for operations in California

A bill of the same bill rendered by Francisco Ocampo to the United

States Naval and Land Forces for operations in California for the

sum of Two hundred and eleven dollars ($211.00) for oxen, sheep,

forage and wood furnished to the forces on their march to Los

Angeles. The documents were certified by J. Bidwell,

Quartermaster, H. Rowan of the Naval Forces, and by Commodore

R. F. Stockton. The signature of the Ocampo is certified by Juan

Bandini. Both copies contain original signatures. 2pp. Eng. and

Span. See also item 1482a. February 27, 1847 A.3580-1482 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 122 Account statement for Don Ramon Yorba from Santiago E. Arguello

Statement of account of Don Ramon Yorba with Santiago E.

Arguello at San Diego from February to March of 1847. Items

include silk hose, shawls, textiles, tobacco, etc. Total amount due

Arguelo: 1924 pesos. 2pp. In Spanish. March 8, 1847 A.3580-750

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 123 Poem about Maria de los Angeles Carillo de Valle

Poem (eulogistic) re. Maria de los Angeles Carrillo de Valle. Born

Santa Barbara, August 2, 1825; died May 7, 1847. In Spanish. May 7, 1847 (or 1852) A.3580-1008




Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 124 Missing

Right of title of Jose Maria Valdez to Rancho de Cucamonga. True

copy of a document dated 25 January 1844 and attested as true

15 Sept. 1847, this copy being made 15 August 1859. See item as

listed under the latter date. 1p. Span.

See related documents August, 1859 September 15, 1847 A.3580-1507


Receipt for 30 pesos paid by Don Antonio Cot at the order of Don Ygnacio

del Valle

Receipt for 30 pesos of silver from Don Antonio Cot at the order of

Don Ygnacio del Valle and payable at Rancho San Joaquin.

Signed by Jose Antonio Carrillo. 1p. Span. January 17, 1848 A.3580-708

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 126 Account Book- Gold and Silver Transactions

Account book showing the amount of gold exchanged for silver by

members of the [Andres Pico & Co.] mining company. Mines were

located above Sacramento, Ca. 75pp. In Spanish. 1849-1857 A.3580-1011-1


Document about a loan from Juan Temple to Jose Maria Rivera and Louis

Jordan

Legal document concerning a loan of 605 pesos received from

Juan Temple by Jose Maria Rivera and Louis Jordan, in return for

which they promised to reimburse Temple with 60 ½ ounces of

pure gold dust. Document written and signed by the Alcalde of Los

Angeles Estevan (Stephen) C. Foster and witnessed by Ignacio del

Valle, Leonardo Cota, Abel Stearns, and Francisco J. Alvarado.

3pp. Span. March 22, 1849 A.3580-2063

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 128 Acknowledgment of a debt owed to Andres Pico

Acknowledgment of a debt of one ômarcorö of placer gold to

Andres Pico signed by Ygnacio Corrides as guarantor for Calarino

Granillo. 1p. In Spanish. April 12, 1849 A.3580-674

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 129 Letter from Father Jose Maria de Jesus Gonzales to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Father Jose Maria de Jesus Gonzales at Santa Barbara

to Ygnacio del Valle requesting him to deliver to Henry Mellus a

certain amount of money covering the value of calves promised by

del Valle in 1842. 1p. In Spanish. April 30, 1849 A.3580-2059

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 130 List of members of Andres Pico & Co.

List of members of Andres Pico & Co., a mining company,

certifying that they are legal residents of California under the treaty

of peace signed between the United States and Mexico. Issued at

McCaleena (McCalama) River. 1p. Span. July 21, 1849 A.3580-675

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 131 Book with handwriting samples

Book lined for an account book but with specimens of

miscellaneous handwriting some dated 1847-9 and 1850. Sample

of writing of Reginaldo del Valle apparently representing school

exercises. 15pp. In Spanish. ca. 1850 A.3580-1012

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 132 Invitation to a Bachelor's Ball at the home of Don Manuel Garfias

Invitation to a Bachelor's Ball given at the house of Don Manuel

Garfias. Members of the committee include Andres Pico, J. C.

Welch, O. Morgan, D. Pujol, J. Hinckman and Geo. Carson. 1p. In

Spanish. ca. 1850 A.3580-605


Notebook with descriptions of fines for non-payment of taxes kept by

Ygnacio del Valle

Notebook containing a description of various fines levied for non-

payment of certain taxes kept by Ygnacio del Valle. Receipt for

payment of fines acknowledged by Francisco Figueroa. 6pp. In

Spanish. 1850 A.3580-1011 C


Bond with Benjamin D. Wilson to guarantee his faithful discharge of duties

as clerk of Los Angles County

Bond made out of by Benjamin D. Wilson as principal and David

W. Alexander as surety in the sum of three thousand dollars

guaranteeing the faithful discharge of the duties of Clerk of Los

Angeles County by Wilson. Sworn to before Agustin Olvera. 2pp.

Eng. June 4, 1850 A.3580-1486


Notice to Ygnacio del Valle from A. F. Hinchman that he is indebted to

Francis Mellus' estate

Notice to Ygnacio del Valle from A. F. Hinchman, assignee of

Francis Mellus, Insolvent, that he is indebted to the estate in the

sum of $571.61. 1p. In English. Printed. November 9, 1850 A.3580-741

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 136 Envelope addressed to Ignacio del Valle

Envelope addressed to Hon. Ygnacio de Valle, Assembly,

Sacramento, Cal. and forwarded to Los Angeles, California. From

E. C. Marshall, MC. 1p. In English. ca. 1851-52 A.3580-793

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 137 Place card from Ygnacio del Valle and Ysabel Varela's wedding

Wood varnished with handwritten piece of paper glued to it, Place

card used at wedding of Ygnacio Ramon de Jesus del Valle and

Ysabel Varela 1851. 1851 A.3580-1328

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 138 Booklet- mensaje Anual del Gobernador de California

Booklet. Mensaje Anual del Gobernador de California. [Annual

message from the Governor of California.] [Signature of Abel

Stearns on cover]. 32 pp. Span. January 7, 1851 A.3580-1014


Agreement between Ernest Wm. Garbee and David Alexander and Francis

Mellus with attached invoice

Agreement between Ernest Wm. Garbee dba Schwinn, Garbee &

Co. in San Francisco and dba Rimpau, Fritze & Co. in Los Angeles

and David Alexander and Francis Mellus dba Alexander and Mellus

in Los Angeles whereby the former mortgages sufficient inventory

to pay off an indebtedness of $3,922.00 owed to Alexander and

Mellus. Inventory attached. 14pp. Eng. February 1, 1851 A.3580-1009 A




Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 140 Agreement whereby Francis A. Bush hires Lewis Granger as his lawyer

Agreement whereby Francis A. Bush agrees to hire Lewis Granger

as his attorney for the sum of $500.00 to defend him against any

prosecution for the murder of Hiram M. Arimmo. Sworn to before

Ygnacio del Valle, County Recorder. 3pp. Eng. February 27, 1851 A.3580-1488

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 141 Acknowledgment that Dolores Barella is indebted to Victoriano Contreras

Acknowledgment by Dolores Barella that she is indebted to

Victoriano Contreras in the sum of $118.50. Witnessed by W. B.

Osburn and Antonio Buelna and recorded by Ygnacio del Valle.

2pp. In English and Spanish. March 1, 1851 A.3580-1489


Memorandum about the sale of property by Francisco Xavier Alvarado to

George Graff

Memorandum concerning the sale of some property in Los Angeles

by Francisco Xavier Alvarado with the consent of Dona Arcadia

Ruiz to George Graff. Signed by Johan Behn for George Graff.

Recorded by Ygnacio del Valle. 3pp. In Spanish. April 14, 1851 A.3580-1485

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 143 Copy of a rodeo law

Copy of a law concerning rodeos to take effect after June 1, 1851.

Apparently a state law. 4pp. In Spanish. June 1, 1851 A.3580-934

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 144 Certificate for Del Valle cattle brand and ear marks

Original description of Del Valle brand and earmarks filed in Los

Angeles. The Y is for Ygnacio del Valle and the earmarks

represent the travilla or rope twister. 1p. In Spanish. June 2, 1851 A.3580-1484

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 145 Personal death announcement of Don Antonio Ignacio Avila Personal death announcement of Don Antonio Ignacio Avila. Span. September 25, 1851 A.3580-1741

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 146 Letter regarding the proposed division of the state into 2 territories

Letter addressed to B. D. Wilson, Francis Mellus, David Alexander,

A.F. Coronel, Augustin Olvera and Ygnacio del Valle at Los

Angeles from a committee of five men including Mariano G. Vallejo

in San Francisco regarding a proposed division of the state into two

separate territories. 2pp. Span. September 27, 1851 A.3580-2064


Letter to Ygnacio del Valle as a member of state legislature about a

persecuted woman

Letter to Ygnacio del Valle as a member of the State Legislature

referring to the presentation of a petition from a "much injured and

persecuted female". Signed by Rebecca Baldwin at Dr. Gaylord's

farm in Los Angeles. 1p. In English. November 17, 1851 A.3580-669

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 148 Wedding poem about Ignacio and Isabella [del Valle]

[Wedding poem about Ignacio and Isabella [del Valle].]

Announcement of the marriage of Ygnacio del Valle and Ysabel

Varela. 1p. prin. Span. December 7, 1851 A.3580-1328 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 149 Wedding poem about Ignacio and Isabella [del Valle] and envelope

[Wedding poem about Ignacio and Isabella [del Valle] and

envelope.] Announcement of the marriage of Ygnacio del Valle

and Ysabel Varela. 1p. prin. Span. December 7, 1851 A.3580-1328 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 150 Account book of [Ygnacio del Valle's?] personal and bank accounts

Account book of [Ygnacio del Valle's?] bank and personal

accounts. Also lists possessions of various people, presumably

family members. Hardbound, unsigned. In Spanish. 1852-1882 LC979.492

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 151 Part of a will or agreement signed by Ygnacio del Valle

Part of a will or agreement signed by Ygnacio del Valle and

witnessed by A. F. Coronel, Pedro Romo and Manuel Clemente

Rojo. Signed at Los Angeles. 1p. (torn into 2 pieces) In Spanish. January 1, 1852 A.3580-1921 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 152 Invitation to a 4th of July dance at Abel Stearns home

Invitation to 4th of July dance at the home of Abel Stearns sent by

John O. Wheeler and Antonio F. Coronel. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. July 2, 1852 A.3580-612

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 153 Invitation to Ignacio del Valle and Lady to a dance at the Hotel de Estrella

Invitation to Ignacio del Valle and Lady to a dance at the Hotel de

la Estrella on September 2, 1852, from Luis Granger, Alejandro

Gibson, Andres Pico, Juan Reed, Directors. 1p. In Spanish.

Printed. September 1, 1852 A.3580-607

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 154 Receipt for taxes paid by Valle and Aguirre on Rancho del Tejon

Receipt for $99.60 paid by Valle & Aguirre for taxes upon Rancho

del Tejon, valued at $12,000, for the year of 1852. Issued by G. R.

Barton, Sheriff, County of Los Angeles. 1p. In English. September 17, 1852 A.3580-722

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 155 Invitation to a dance at Don Manuel Garfias' home

Invitation to a dance at the home of Don Manuel Garfias sent by A.

F. Coronel, Agustin Olvera, Jose del Carmen Sepulbeda

(Sepulveda). 1p. In Spanish. Printed. September 27, 1852 A.3580-608


Invitation to a dance honoring the marriage of Santiago H. Lander and

Margarita Johnson

Invitation to a dance at the home of Don Alejandro Bell honoring

the coming marriage of Santiago H. Lander and Margarita

Johnson. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. October 1, 1852 A.3580-513

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 157 Central Democratic Commission Broadside in favor of Pierce and King

Broadside put out by the Central Democratic Commission

consisting of Antonio F. Coronel, David W. Alexander, Ignacio del

Valle, Juan G. Downey, Manuel Requena, J. L Brent and Mateo

Keller in favor of Perce and King. 1p. Span. prin. October 26, 1852 A.3580-986

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 158 Invitation to Ygnacio del Valle to attend Gen. Joshua H. Bean's Funeral

Invitation to Ygancio del Valle to attend the funeral of Gen. Joshua

H. Bean who was murdered at San Gabriel Mission supposedly by

Murrietta or one of his followers. Bean was commander of troops

raised in Los Angeles to quell an Indian uprising of 1851-52. 1p. November 10, 1852 A.3580-549




Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 159 Letter from Jose Maria Covarrubias to Ygnacio del Valle about back taxes

Letter from Jose Maria Covarrubias at Santa Barbara to Ygnacio

del Valle requesting information on the amount of back taxed for

which Castec ranch was sold in order that he might raise the

money to redeem it. He also requests the same information on the

Island of Santa Catalina. 2pp. Span. December 7, 1852 A.3580-794

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 160 Appraisal of property left by Don Antonio del Valle of Rancho San Francisco

Appraisal made by David W. Alexander of the value of the property

left by Don Antonio del Valle of Rancho San Francisco. His opinion

of the value of the estate was a total of 31,512.50 pesos; the

separate property of Doña Magdalena del Valle totaled 4,501.70

pesos. 2pp. Span. December 29, 1852 A.3580-1526


Letter from David Alexander to Ygnacio del Valle about something submitted

to arbitration

Letter from David Alexander to Ygnacio del Valle referring to a

matter submitted to arbitration whereby he has considered the two

opinions of Antonio Jose Cot and Abel Stearns. Signed at Los

Angeles. 1p. In Spanish. December 29, 1852 A.3580-1009 B


Invitation to a dance for Sr. Dona Ysabel del Valle w/envelope and

stationery clipping

Invitation to a dance for Sr. Dona Ysabel del Valle from J. Bandini,

J. O. Wheeler, C. Johnson, D. W. Alexander, B. D. Wilson, R.S.

Den. Also a blue piece of stationery: Compadre y Comadre for the

year 1853; Don Pio Pico; Ysabella del Valle. prin. December 31, 1852 A.3580-1755


Letter from Jose A. Aguirre to Ygnacio del Valle about the sale of Tejon

Rancho

Letter from Jose Aguirre at San Diego to Ygnacio del Valle in which

he states that the lawyer holding title to Tejon Rancho has spoken

to him concerning the sale of the ranch for a price of 60, 000 pesos

which, if he could get it, would be beneficial to him. He requests an

answer by return mail. 1p. Span. December 31, 1852 A.3580-795

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 164 Invitation to a Bachelor's Ball at Manuel Garfias house

Invitation to a Bachelor's Ball to be held at the home of Manuel

Garfias. Sent by Garfias, Coronel, S. Lazard, J. L. Brent, W. T. B.

Sanford, Andres Pico, A. Haraszthy and J. G. Downey. 1p. In

Spanish. Printed. ca. 1853 A.3580-619

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 165 Inventory of goods belonging to Ygnacio del Valle as of 1853

Inventory of goods belonging to Ignacio del Valle as of the year of

1853. Major items include 1000 head of cattle valued at 12000

pesos, 100 horses at 1000 pesos, a house at 5400 pesos, and

land valued at one peso per acre. 1p. Span. 1853 A.3580-752

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 166 Invitation to a dance at Dr. Richard Den's home for Ignacio del Valle

Invitation to a dance to be held in the home of Dr. Richard Den.

Sent by Ricardo S. Den, Pio Pico, Juan Bandini, D. W. Alexander

and Agustin Olvera to Ignacio del Valle. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. January 11, 1853 A.3580-609

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 167 Newspaper: La Atalaya del Sur

Newspaper, La Atalay del Sur (The Watchtower of the South),

which was the official publication of the state of Sinaloa and printed

in Mazatlan. Contains local news, editorial, ship departures, etc.

4pp. In Spanish. Printed. February 6, 1853 A.3580-2071


Funeral notice of Don Miguel Machada for Ygnacio del Valle and family,

w/envelope

Notice of the funeral of Don Miguel Machada issued by Antonio

Machada, Padre, Maria Ignacio Avila, Madre and Juan Sepulbeda

and Jose Sepulbeda, Hermanos. 1p. Span. prin.w/envelope: Sr. O

Ygnacio del Valle presente February 14, 1853 A.3580-551


Invitation to a dance at Don Abel Stearns home to celebrate Washington's

birthday

Invitation to a dance at the home of Don Abel Stearns to celebrate

Washington's birthday sent by Myron Norton, John Wheeler,

Andres Pico, Antonio Coronel, Agustin Olvera and I. S. K. Ogier.

1p. In Spanish. Printed. February 22, 1853 A.3580-610

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 170 Invitation to dance at Senor Celis' home w/envelope

Invitation to a dance at the home of Senor Celis sent by Antonio F.

Coronel, Manuel Garfias, Wm. H. Rand, J. Lan Franco, and J. G.

Downey. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. May 9, 1853 A.3580-611

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 171 Hardcover ledger with records of livestock transactions and poetry

Hardcover ledger containing records of livestock transactions and

poetry. In Spanish.

note: this item has no accession number on it. It is being called "T

01" strictly for reference June/July 1853 A.3580-T 1


Letter from John Livingston to Ignacio del Valle about a subscription

biography

Letter from John Livingston of New York City to Ignacio del Valle

regarding a subscription biography which the former was promoting

in California as early as 1853. 3pp. In English. June 20, 1853 A.3580-797


Pencil sketch of part of a rancho showing the location of a house and

fountain

Pencil sketch of a portion of a rancho showing the location of a

fountain and the house. Signed Rosita del Valle on the reverse

side. July 24, 1853 A.3580-1922

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 174 Deed to Magdelena del Valle Blankman's portion of Rancho San Francisco

Deed to her portion of Rancho San Francisco signed over by

Magdalena del Valle Blankman to her brother Ignacio del Valle for

the sum of $1,500. 1p. Span. pfhw. w/envelope w/handwritten note

on it. August 9, 1853 A.3580-935-936





Agreement between David W. Alexander and Ygnacio del Valle about the

care of property

Agreement between David W. Alexander, Executer of the estate of

Antonio del Valle, and Ygnacio del Valle relative to the care of

certain property belonging to Maria del Valle of Jalisco, Mexico,

one of the heirs of Antonio del Valle, and dealing principally with

the lands, crops, etc. of Rancho San Francisco. 3pp. Span. September 27, 1853 A.3580-1702

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 176 Invitation to party at Jose Antonio Carillo's home

Invitation to a party at the home of Jose Antonio Carillo sent by

Agustin Olvera, John H. Hughes and Alex. Gibson. 1p. In Spanish.

Printed. October 10, 1853 A.3580-613


Copy of the marriage record of Antonio Seferino del Valle and Maria Josefa

de la Pena

Certified copy of a marriage record of Don Antonio Serferino del

Valle, the son of Don Antonio Seferino del Valle and Doña Maria

Aguilar (deceased), to Doñ Maria Josefa de la Pena, daughter of

Simon de la Pena and Doña Manuela Monrroy, on 24 August,

1806. Copy made by Father Caltixto Aldrete, witnessed by

Francisco Flores, Juan N. Delgado, Jesus Vejar and William

Forbes, U.S. Consul at Tepic. Signed at Compostela. 2pp. Span. October 12, 1853 A.3580-1697


Certified copy of baptismal record of Josefa Gabriela [Pimineta] on

3/19/1843

Certified copy of baptismal record of Josefa Gabriela, two days old,

daughter of Don Nestor Pimienta and Dona Maria Conne del Valle,

in the church at Compostela on March 19, 1843. signed and

witnessed as item #1697. 3pp. In Spanish. October 13, 1853 A.3580-1698


Certified copy of burial record of Dona Maria Valle, wife of Don Nestor

Pimiento

Certified copy of the burial record of Dona Maria Valle, wife of Don

Nestor Pimienta. She was buried in the churchyard at Compostela

on March 26, 1843 at the age of 30 years. Signed and witnessed

as item # 1697. 2pp. In Spanish. October 13, 1853 A.3580-1699


Certified copy of marriage record of Don Nestor Pimienta and Dona Maria

[del] Valle

Certified copy of marriage record of Don Nestor Pimienta, 25 years

of age an son of Don Jose Pimienta and Doña Estefana Aldrete,

with Doña Maria Valle, daughter of Don Antonio Valle and Doña

Maria Pena, 29 years of age, at the parochial church of

Compostela on 26 October, 1842. Witnessed as above. 2pp. Span. October 13, 1853 A.3580-1694


Receipt for 20 pesos paid by Ignacio del Valle toward cause of Aguirre v.

Robinson & French

Receipt for 20 pesos paid by Ignacio del Valle for services

concerning the cause of Aguirre against Robinson and French

signed by Guillermo B. Osburn for Scott and Hayes. 1p. In

Spanish. October 22, 1853 A.3580-709

Row 28 Range 6 Box 002 Folder 182 Declaration concerning the missing baptismal records of Maria Valle

Declaration made by Father Calixto Aldrete of Compostela

concerning a search made for baptismal records of Dona Maria

Valle, daughter of Don Antonio Seferino Valle and Dona Maria

Pena. Upon failure to find same in Compostela it was probable said

documents were not within the city. However, witnesses (Antonio

de Leon, Jose Medina, Narsiso Avechis) vouched for the fact that

Maria Valle was the legitimate daughter of said couple. Signed and

witnessed at No. 1697 above. (These documents were obtained

following the death of Antonio del Valle to prove identities of the

heirs). 3pp. Span. October 26, 1853 A.3580-1695


Letter from Jose A. Aguirre to Jose Maria Covarrubias about Rancho Cajon

de las Uvas

Letter from Jose A. Aguirre at San Diego to Jose Maria

Covarrubias at Santa Barbara Concerning a request for an affidavit

regarding the ownership of Rancho Cajon de las Uvas which is

now in possession of Rancho Tejon. 1p. In Spanish. November 11, 1853 A.3580-798

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 184 Invitation to dance at Don Manuel Garfias' home

Invitation to a dance at the home of Don Manuel Garfias sent by A.

F. Coronel, David W. Alexander and Manuel Garfias. 1p. In

Spanish. Printed. November 23, 1853 A.3580-614


Letter from Antonio Maria Ortega to Ygnacio del Valle about the sale of

livestock

Letter from Antonio Maria Ortega at San Fernando to Ygnacio del

Valle concerning the sale of some cattle and horses. 1p. In

Spanish. December 2, 1853 A.3580-796

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 186 Letter from Juan B. Alvarado to Ygnacio del Valle introducing 2 gentlemen

Letter from Juan B. Alvarado at San Francisco to Ygnacio del Valle

at Los Angeles introduction two gentlemen, Don Gregorio Carrera

and Don Francisco Espanilla, who are interested in establishing a

school, and asking that Don Ygnacio give them some assistance.

1p. Span. February 7, 1854 A.3580-1008 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 187 Last Will and Testament of Rosa Ruiz

Last will and Testament of Rosa Ruiz, daughter of Efigenio Ruiz

and Rosa Lopez and wife of Antonio Ygnacio Avila, signed by Abel

Stearns as " Amigo de Doña Rosa Ruiz" and witnessed by Manuel

Requena, Cristoval Aguilar and Julian Chavez at Los Angeles.

Ygnacio del Valle married the grand-daughter of Rosa Ruiz de

Avila in 1851. 4pp. Span. February 13, 1854 A.3580-1487




Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 188 Loan agreement between Pedro Abila and Juan G. Downey

Agreement between Pedro Abila and Juan G. Downey. Downey

agrees to loan Abila the sum of 2500 pesos in exchange for 1250

pesos and 100 head of cattle. Witnessed by Henrique Abila and S.

Lazard at Los Angeles. 1p. In Spanish. February 20, 1854 A.3580-646


Obligation of Ygnacio Palomares to be paid to Don Juan Nepomaceno

Alvarado

Obligation of Ygnacio Palomares for 12 cows to be paid to Don

Juan Nepomuceno Alvarado or to whomever he might designate.

Nepomuceno designated Ygnadio del Valle as receiver of the 12

cows. 1p. In Spanish. February 27, 1854 A.3580-733

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 190 Evaluation of various portions of Rancho San Francisco

An evaluation of various portions of Rancho San Francisco. 1p. In

Spanish. ca. March 1854 A.3580-1525


Statement of the acreage division of Rancho San Francisco among Don

Antonio del Valle's heirs

A statement showing the division of acreage of Rancho San

Francisco among the heirs of Don Antonio del Valle. The total

acreage was 48,813.58 acres. 4pp. In Spanish. ca. March 1854 A.3580-1528 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 192 Statement of the land contained in Rancho San Francisco

Statement of the land contained in Rancho San Francisco and the

various encumbrances thereon. 1p. In Spanish. ca. March 1854 A.3580-1524

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 193 Certified copy of the Diseno of Rancho San Francisco and espediente

Certified copy of the Diseño of Rancho San Francisco made on

March 10, 1854 attached to the copy of the Espediente submitted

to A. P. Crittenden on March 18, 1854. Appears to be the original

diseño. 1p. March 5, 1854 A.3580-1510 A


Memorandum: A. P. Crittenden will prosecute the land claim for Rancho

San Francisco

Memorandum prepared by A. P. Crittenden in which he agrees to

prosecute the land claim for Rancho San Francisco before the U.

S. Board of Land Commissioners for the sum of $1000 paid to him

by Ygnacio del Valle. 1p. In English. March 17, 1854 A.3580-1529


Copy in English of the expediente presented by Pedro Carrillo in 1843 to

solicit Camulos

Copy in English of the Expediente presented by Pedro Carrillo in

the year 1843 soliciting the place called Camulos. The copy was

made at the request of Ygnacio del Valle and sent to A.P.

Crittenden for filing in the U.S. District Court at San Francisco. Del

Valle is trying to prove that Camulos belongs to Rancho San

Francisco. 94pp. Eng. March 18, 1854 A.3580-1510 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 196 Letter from A.P. Crittenden to J. Lancaster Brent

Letter from A. P. Crittendeon in San Francisco to J. Lancaster

Brent stating that Ygnacio del Valle prefers to pay $500 to Brent

and have him in turn pay it to Crittenden. He also requests Brent

to get $75 from Ricardo Vejar which he paid to the Surveyor

General. 1p. Eng. March 18, 1854 A.3580-800


Memorandum from A. P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle requesting

evidence

Memorandum prepared by A. P. Crittenden stating the evidence

which he will require to prosecute the above claim (see item 1529).

2pp. In English. March 18, 1854 A.3580-2029

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 198 Memorandum of facts to prove at Los Angeles, prepared by A.P. Crittenden

Memorandum of facts to be proved at Los Angeles prepared by

A.P. Crittenden in claim No. 318 to Rancho San Francisco. Facts

concerned mainly with Don Antonio del Valle. 2pp. In English. March 18, 1854 A.3580-1527

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 199 Receipt issued by A. P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle

Receipt issued to Ygnacio del Valle by A. P. Crittenden at San

Francisco for $400 to pay for the copy of the Espediente of Pedro

Carrillo soliciting the place called Camulos to be used in the claim

of Dona Jocoba Felis and others to Rancho San Francisco. 1p.

Eng. March 18, 1854 A.3580-1518 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 200 Letter of transmittal from A.P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter of transmittal from A. P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle

containing the Memorandum of Facts (No. 1527) and letter to J. L.

Brent (#800). 1p. In English. March 27, 1854 A.3580-1923

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 201 Funeral Notice of Enriqueta Dalton

Notice of the funeral of Enriqueta Dalton, infant daughter of

Enrique and Guadalupe de Dalton. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. March 28, 1854 A.3580-554

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 202 Letter from Andronico Sepulbeda to "My dear little cousin"

Letter from Andronico Sepulbeda to "my dear little cousin" telling

him about being in school in Kingston and thanking him for news of

Los Angeles. 1p. Span. April 5, 1854 A.3580-799

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 203 Receipt for goods bought by P. Abila from Ferner and Kanshaar

Receipt for dry-goods purchased by P. Abila from Feb. 26 to April

1st from Ferner and Kranshaar for a total of 149.5 pesos paid by

Mr. L. Phillips. Los Angeles. 1p. In Spanish and English May 2, 1854 A.3580-754


Agreement between Ygnacio del Valle and Henry Dalton concerning

Maria...Pimienta

Agreement between Ygnacio del Valle and Henry Dalton, Guardian

of Maria Josefa Gabriela Pimienta, whereby Dalton agreed to pay

part of the costs of maintaining title to Rancho San Francisco on

behalf of his ward, one of the heirs to a portion of said ranch. 2pp.

Eng. May 9, 1854 A.3580-1696




Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 205 List of property inherited by Gabriela Pimienta via Maria del Valle

List of property inherited by Gabriela Pimienta from her portion of

the estate left to her mother, Maria del Valle, at the death of her

grandfather Antonio del Valle. The list, prepared by David W.

Alexander, Executor of the estate, was addressed to Henry Dalton,

guardian of Maria Josefa Gabriela Pimienta. 3pp. Span. May 9, 1854 A.3580-1707

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 206 Sketch of lot 5, block 34 in the city of Los Angeles

Sketch of Lot 5 Block 34 in the City of Los Angeles ceded to

George W. Feracher on 5 Jan. 1854 prepared by G. Hansen,

Deputy County Surveyor. 1p. In English. May 12, 1854 A.3580-491

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 207 Invitation to a military ball given by the United Riflemen of Santa Barbara

Invitation sent to Ygnacio del Valle and family to attend a Military

Ball given by the "Mounted Riflemen of Santa Barbara". Signed by

Joaquin Carrillo, A. F. Hinchman, R. M. Wallace, G. W. Hearne and

G. S. Martin. 1p. In Spanish. July 4, 1854 A.3580-615

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 208 Data on survey of a house lot fronting Main Street, Los Angeles

Data on survey of a house lot fronting on Main Street, Los Angeles,

made by Geo. Hansen at the request of Henry Dalton. Sketch of

said lot plus adjoining lots attached. 3pp. In English. July 12, 1854 A.3580-1505


Note to Ygnacio Balle from Ygnacio Portillo; w/card translation note to

English

Note to Ygnacio Balle from Ygnacio Portillo stating that Jose

Labamuse quit working, that he was earning 15 pesos due. 1p. In

Spanish. August 1, 1854 A.3580-1008 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 210 Account of Ygnacio del Valle with Louis Gassow

Account of Ygnacio del Valle with Louis Gassow of Los Angeles to

whom he owed the sum of 19.75 pesos. 1p. In Spanish. August 8, 1854 A.3580-755

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 211 Promissory note to be paid by Antonio Jose Cot to Nicolas Larco

Promissory note for $2,000 to be paid by Antonio Jose Cot to

Nicolas Larco eight months after date with interest at the rate of 2%

per month. 1p. In English. October 10, 1854 A.3580-1513

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 212 Letter from A.P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle requesting affidavits

Letter from A. P. Crittenden at San Francisco to Ygnacio del Valle

stating that he has taken the deposition of General Vallejo and

requesting several affidavits. 2pp. In English. October 25, 1854 A.3580-801

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 213 Letter from Crittenden to Don Ygnacio del Valle requesting deposition

Letter from Crittenden to Don Ygnacio del Valle requesting the

depostion of Don Jose Salazar which he needs for the San

Francisco claim. 1p. In English. November 25, 1854 A.3580-802

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 214 Application by Antonio Maria Varela for San Carlos, Baja California

Application made by Antonio Maria Varela for a tract of land known

as known as San Carlos in Baja California near Santo Tomas.

Signed in Ensenada de Todos Santos and certified by Jose Castro.

3pp. In Spanish. November 28, 1854 A.3580-1499

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 215 Letter from Crittenden to del Valle concerning survey of San Francisco

Letter from Crittenden to del Valle that he does not think the survey

of San Francisco is absolutely necessary. 1p. In English. December 8, 1854 A.3580-803

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 216 Invitation to Senora Bibiana Ballesteros' funeral

Invitation to the funeral of Senora Bibiana Ballesteros, wife of E. B.

Wilburn, in Los Angeles. 1p. In Spanish. Printed.. December 22, 1854 A.3580-553

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 217 Quit Claim deed in favor of Ygnacio del Valle for lot 6, block 14, Fort Street

Quit Claim Deed made out by Stephen C. Foster, Mayor, John W.

Shore, Recorder, and the Common Counsil of the City of Los

Angeles in favor of Ygnacio del Valle for Lot 7, Block 14 of Ord's

survey fronting on Fort Street, 120'x 225' for which del Valle paid

$67.00 in 1850. 2pp. Eng. December 28, 1854 A.3580-645

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 218 Almanac- Calendario Curioso

A calendar "dedicated to the ladies" for 1855, listing the Saint's

Days and giving recipes for Mexican dishes. Pages 1-14, 19-30

and the back cover are missing. 39pp. In Spanish. Printed 1855 A.3580-1015

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 219 Print- Parisian Fashion's for Ladies

Color print of Parisian dress styles for ladies for 1855. 2 pgs. In

Spanish. Printed. 1855 A.3580-973 A-B


Decree of Confirmation on Case No. 318, Jacoba Feliz, et. al. vs. United

States

Decree of Confirmation in Case No. 318, U.S. vs. Jacoba Feliz, et.

al; San Francisco. Official Confirmation to the widow, Jacoba Feliz,

and heirs of Antonio del Valle to Rancho San Francisco located in

Los Angeles County. Certified by Geo. Fisher, Secretary to the

U.S. Board of Land Commissioners. 2pp. Eng. January 2, 1855 A.3580-1509


Letter from A.P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle about claim on Rancho San

Francisco

Letter from A. P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle informing him that

the claim to Rancho San Francisco was approved and that the

balance of $500 for his services is now due. 1p. In English. January 5, 1855 A.3580-804


Writ about property division between Josefa Sanchez, Manuel Enriques &

wife, and Pedro Romo & wife

Writ concerning the division of property between Josefa Sanchez,

Manuel Enriques and his wife Juana de Enriques, and Pedro Romo

and his wife Luisa del Romo. Witnessed by Jose Perez. 5pp. In


Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 223 Letter from Juan B. Alvarado to Ygnacio del Valle requesting cattle

Letter from Juan B. Alvarado at San Francisco to Ygnacio del Valle

requesting that he deliver 10 head of cattle to Cristobal Redondo.

2pp. January 30, 1855 A.3580-1492


Letter from A.P. Crittenden to Ygnacio del Valle about the Espediente of

Camulos

Letter from A.P. Crittenden at San Francisco to Ygnacio del Valle

transmitting the copy of the Espediente of Camulos which he did

not have to use in the land claim. 2pp. In English. March 20, 1855 A.3580-1510 C




Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 225 Registration of cattle brand and mark of Pedro Antonio Abila

Registration of cattle brand and mark of Pedro Antonio Abila by

John W. Shore, County Recorder of Los Angeles. 1p. In English. April 25, 1855 A.3580-649


Invitation to "Aniversario" of Maria Ygnacio Alvarado de Pico and

Concepcion Arguello de Olvera

Invitation to the "Aniversario" (mass yearly performed for the soul

of a person deceased on the day of his death) of Maria Ygnacia

Alvarado de Pico, wife of Pio Pico, and Concepcion Arguello de

Olvera, wife of Agustin Olvera, and to attend the removal of the

remains to the mausoleum. 1p. Span. Prin. August 3, 1855 A.3580-559


Transfer of brand ownership and 20 animals from Serapico Martinez to

Manuel F. Coronel

Transfer of brand ownership and 20 animals bearing the brand

appearing on the margin by Serapico Martines of Los Angeles

County to Manuel F. Coronel. Witnessed by Jesus Cordova and

Jose Maria Martines. 1p. In Spanish. September 21, 1855 A.3580-648


Promissory note from Antonio Jose Cot to Nicholas Larco and non-payment

protest

Promissory note for $2500 signed by Antonio Jose Cot in favor of

Nocolas Larco on October 10, 1854, attached to a protest for non-

payment of same filed Oct. 10, 1855. The latter document was

made out by Armand Guyol, Notary Public of San Francisco. 3pp.

Eng. pfhw. October 10, 1855 A.3580-1515

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 229 Funeral notice of Magno Alejandro Carrillo

Funeral notice of Magno Alejandro Carrillo sent by Pio Pico, uncle,

and Ignacio del Valle, brother-in-law. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. October 31, 1855 A.3580-560


Promissory note from Antonio Jose Cot and Pio Pico to Sanjurjo and Co.

and non-payment protest

Promissory note for $10,000 signed by Antonio Jose Cot and Pio

Pico in Los Angeles on May 1, 1855 and endorsed by Domingo

Pujol and Jose Argues in favor of Sanjurjo & Co. of San Francisco,

attached to a protest for non-payment made out by James H.

Bristow, Notary Public. 2pp. Note Span. Protest Eng. pfhw. December 3, 1855 A.3580-1514


Petition against Jacoba Feliz et. al. for re-opening Rancho San Francisco

case

Copy of a petition made out by Pacificus Ord, U. S. district

Attorney, against Jacoba Feliz, Ignacio del Valle, Maria del Valle,

Gadalena del Valle, Jose Antonio del Valle, Jose Ignacio del Valle

and Concepcion del Valle, fro a re-opening of the case concerning

the confirmation of the title of Rancho San Francisco. Docket No.

303, transcript No. 318. 4pp. Eng. pfhw. December 10, 1855 A.3580-1520 A



case

Copy of #1520a: Copy of a petition made out by Pacificus Ord, U.

S. district Attorney, against Jacoba Feliz, Ignacio del Valle, Maria

del Valle, Gadalena del Valle, Jose Antonio del Valle, Jose Ignacio

del Valle and Concepcion del Valle, fro a re-opening of the case

concerning the confirmation of the title of Rancho San Francisco.

Docket No. 303, transcript No. 318. 4pp. Eng. pfhw. December 10, 1855 A.3580-1520 B



case






Docket No. 303, transcript No. 318. 4pp. Eng. pfhw. December 10, 1855 A.3580-1520 C



case






Docket No. 303, transcript No. 318. 4pp. Eng. pfhw. December 10, 1855 A.3580-1520 D



case






Docket No. 303, transcript No. 318. 4pp. Eng. pfhw. December 10, 1855 A.3580-1520 E


Petition against Jacoba Feliz et.al. for re-opening Rancho San Francisco

case






Docket No. 303, transcript No. 318. 4pp. Eng. pfhw. December 10, 1855 A.3580-1520 F





Court summons for Jacoba Feliz et. a.l for review of Rancho San Francisco

case

Copy of Summons issued by Pacificus Ord, U. S. District Attorney

for the Southern Dist. Of California, against Jacoba Feliz, et al, to

appear in court to review the above case. 2pp. In English. Printed

form with handwriting. December 11, 1855 A.3580-1519 A


Court summons for Jacoba Feliz et al. for review of Rancho San Francisco

case. Missing December 11, 1855 A.3580-1519 B



case




form with handwriting. December 11, 1855 A.3580-1519 C



case




form with handwriting. December 11, 1855 A.3580-1519 D



case




form with handwriting. December 11, 1855 A.3580-1519 E



case




form with handwriting. December 11, 1855 A.3580-1519 F

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 243 Bill of sale for all stock on Rancho de los Coyotes

Bill of sale for all of the stock on Rancho de los Coyotes made out

by Antonio Jose cot in favor of Domingo Pujol for the sum of

$20,000. Witnessed by Agustin Olvera and Ygnacio del Valle. 2pp.

In Spanish. December 24, 1855 A.3580-1516

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 244 Mortgage on 1/2 of Rancho de los Coyotes and Canada de la Abra

Mortgage upon one-half of Rancho de los Coyotes and "Canada

de la Abra" made out by Juan Ygnacio Cot in favor of Domingo

Pujol. Recorded by John W. Shore, Los Angeles County Recorder,

Jan 2, 1856. 4pp., in Spanish. December 24, 1855 A.3580-1511

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 245 Pastoral Exhortation from Bishop Tadeo Amat of Monterey

Pastoral Exhortation from Bishop Tadeo Amat of Monterey dated at

Los Angeles. 6pp. In Spanish, printed. December 28, 1855 A.3580-1777

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 246 Prospectus offering subscriptions to El Clamor Publico

Prospectus of El Clamor Publico, a newspaper published in Los

Angeles, offering subscriptions for $5.00 per year. 1p. in Spanish,

printed. ca. 1856 A.3580-852

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 247 Pastoral Exhortation issued by Bishop Tadeo Amat of Monterey

Pastoral Exhortation issued by Bishop Tadeo Amat of Monterey

directed to ""the faithful of his Diocese." 2pp. In Spanish, printed. 1856 A.3580-1017

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 248 Print- Parisian Children's Fashions

Color print of Parisian clothing styles for children for 1856. 1p. In

Spanish, printed. 1856 A.3580-973

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 249 Account of Rosa Ruiz de Abila with H. Kranshaar

Account of Rosa Ruiz de Abila with H. Kranshaar for a total of

$366.51 including such items as 1 fancy bonnet, $15.00; 1 crape

shawl, $65.00; 1 black velvet vest, $8.00. 1p. In English. January 3, 1856 A.3580-756


Receipt issued to U.S. Mint by Freeman and Co.'s New York and California

Package Express

Receipt issued to the U. S. Mint by Freeman & Co.'s New York and

California Package Express for shipment of a box to San

Francisco. 1p. In English.

note: this item has no accession number on it. It is being called "T

2" strictly for reference January 4, 1856 A.3580-T 2

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 251 Invitation to Magdalena Dominguez's funeral with envelope.

Invitation to funeral of Magdalena Dominguez, 19 years old, sent to

J. L. Brent by her parents Pedro Dominguez and Maria de Jesus

Cota. 1p. In Spanish, printed. February 3, 1856 A.3580-561

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 252 Acknowledgement of purchase from Antonio Jose Cot. With transfer of title.

Acknowledgment of purchase of 500 head of cattle from Antonio

Jose Cot by Jose Maria Yndart and Ulpiano Yndart, to which

document is attached a transfer of title of the obligation of the herd

for the sum of $4,000 to Domingo Pujol. Certified by George D.

Fisher County Clerk and notarized by Agustin Olvera. 5pp. Span.

and Eng. March 26, 1856 A.3580-1512

Row 28 Range 6 Box 003 Folder 253 Journal of school exercises

Hardback journal with several pages of school exercises in English,

Spanish and French, including copies of speeches in Spanish.

Also an exercise on an individual leaf inserted in pages. 8 1/2" x

14". June 3, 1856 A.3580-1011


Writ of Attachment served on Domingo Pujol on all properties belonging to

Antonio Jose Cot

Writ of attachment served on Domingo Pujol on all properties

belonging to Antonio Jose Cot pertaining to a contract with Jose

Maria Yndart and Ulpiano Yndart then in possession of Pujol. 2pp.

In English, printed form with handwritng July 5, 1856 A.3580-1518





Acknowledgement of receipt of cattle by Jose Maria and Ulpiano Yndart

from Antonio Jose Cot

Acknowledgment of the receipt of 500 head of cattle by Jose Maria

and Ulpiano Yndart from Antonio Jose Cot with an intent to repay

the loan of the animals wihin five years two-fold and a transfer of

the note by Cot to Domingo Pujol for the sum of $4600 dated

March 26, 1856, transferred April 25, 1856, notarized by Agustin

Olvera August 12, 1856. 5pp. Span. August 12, 1856 A.3580-1517

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 256 List of goods bought by Juan Balensuela from Miguel Kravssewski's store

List of goods purchased by Juan Balensuela from the store of

Miguel Kravssewski for a total of 41 pesos. 1p. In Spanish. October 24, 1856 A.3580-757


Petition against Bernardo Yorba et. al. to reopen Rancho Santiago de Santa

Ana case

Petition made out by Pacifious Ord, U.S. dist. Attorney, against

Bernardo Yorba, Teodosio Yorba, Ramon Yorba, and heirs of

Antonio Yorba and Juan Pablo Peralta, to reopen the case

concerning the confirmation of the title to Rancho Santiago de

Santa Anna [sic] approved on July 10, 1855. docket No. 346,

Transcript No. 470. 4pp. Eng. pfhw. December 4, 1856 A.3580-647

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 258 Note signed by Antonio Maria (?) concerning politics

Note signed by Antonio Maria (?) concerning politics "a bad

business" and that it is said that the Spaniards are bought by

Guela or Broderick. 1p. (torn) In Spanish. ca. 1857 A.3580-671

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 259 Letter from Andres Pico to Ygnacio del Valle concerning politics

Letter from Andres Pico dated at Sacramento to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning political matters (some resolutions not mentioned). 1p.

In Spanish. January 25, 1857 A.3580-805


Letter from Jose Soberanes to Ygnacio del Valle, advises interview with Sr.

Moar

Letter from Jose Antonio Soberanes at Camulos to Ygnacio del

Valle at San Francisco advising him that a rodeo is going to be

held "next Saturday" at San Cayetano for the neighboring ranches

and also requesting del Valle to give an interview the Señor Moar.

1p. Span. April 23, 1857 A.3580-806


Contract between Ygnacio del Valle and Ulpiano Yndart about a herd of

sheep

Contract made between Ygnacio del Valle and Ulpiano Yndart

concerning a herd of sheep to be turned over to Yndart and an

agreement concerning an increase of flocks and the sale and

disposal of such sheep. 4pp. In Spanish. May 16, 1857 A.3580-652

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 262 Acrostic Poem to Ygnacio del Valle by Pedro Romo

Acrostic poem written to Ygnacio del Valle by Pedro Romo. 1p. In

Spanish. July 31, 1857 A.3580-2069

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 263 Invitation to Emilia C. Hayes' funeral

Invitation to funeral of Emilia C. Hayes, wife of Judge Benjamin

Hayes, sent by Dr. Juan S. Griffin, B. S. Eaton and Antonio F.

Coronel. 1p. In Spanish, printed. September 13, 1857 A.3580-555


Account Statement from J. L. Morris & Bros. General Merchandise for

Tomas Sanchez

Statement of account of Tomas Sanchez for clothing purchased

from J. L. Morris & Bros. General Merchandise, Los Angeles, for a

total of $66.00. 1p. In English. September 30, 1857 A.3580-758


Power of attorney granted by Pedro Antonio Avila to Tomas Antonio

Sanchez then to Vincent Domingues

Power of attorney given by Pedro Antonio Avila to Tomas Antonio

Sanchez concerning affairs on his ranch such as gathering and

branding his cattle, etc., dated at Los Angeles. On reverse side a

power of attorney granted to Vincente Domingues by Tomas A.

Sanchez dated Oct. 14 1857 at Santo Tomas. 2pp. Span. September 30, 1857 A.3580-651

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 266 Booklet of daily orations put out by Bishop Amat of Monterey

Orations for each day of the week put out by Bishop Amat of

Monterey. Printed in Los Angeles by Francisco P. Ramirez. 11pp.

in Spanish October 13, 1857 A.3580-313

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 267 Bill of sale from Victor Beaudry to Tomas Sanchez

Bill of sale for 2 burros given by Victor Beaudry to Tomas Sanchez.

Dated at Los Angeles. 1p. in Spanish November 10, 1857 A.3580-735

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 268 Rosa Abila's account statement from Augustin W. Kalisher

Statement of account of Rosa Abila for Goods purchased from

Agustin W. Kalisher; items include 26 yds. of fine muslin, 4-,4

kerchiefs @ $0.25 cents; 1 fine comb @ $0.25 cents; etc. total

$76.12 1/2 . 1p. in Spanish. November 18, 1857 A.3580-759

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 269 Grant of 2 sites of land at San Carlos to Antonio Maria Varela

Grant of two sites of land at San Carlos to Antonio Maria Varela,

Baja California, by Jose Castro, Military Commander of the

Northern District of Baja California. 2pp. in Spanish. November 30, 1857 A.3580-1506

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 270 Receipt signed by J. Lancaster Brent for payment by Ygnacio del Valle

Receipt signed by J. Lancaster Brent acknowledging payment of

$400 by Ygnacio del Valle for professional services rendered in the

U. S. district Court case concerning Rancho San Francisco. 1p. in

English January 6, 1858 A.3580-710

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 271 Funeral notice of Maria Antonia Lugo de Yorba

Notice of funeral of Maria Antonia Lugo de Yorba sent by Teodosio

Yorba, husband, Desiderio Burruel, son-in-law and Felipe Lugo,

brother. 1p. in Spanish, printed. January 14, 1858 A.3580-563

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 272 Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Andres Pico

Letter from Ygnacio del Valle at Los Angeles to Andres Pico in

Sacramento enclosing an amendment to the Rodeo Law and

expressing the hope that Pico will get passed. Del Valle also

advises of the capture of Pandro Daniel, a notorious outlaw, and of

the death of Mrs. Yorba 1p. Span. January 21, 1858 A.3580-807




Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 273 Print- "Aparition of Our Lady of Lourdes"

Paper glued to a wooden board. Shows the Virgin Mary appearing

at the mouth of a cave to a young girl. 1 item, in French?, printed. February 11, 1858 A.3580-1019


Letter from J. Lancaster Brent to Grant of 2 sites of land at San Carlos to

Antonio Maria Varela

Letter from J. Lancaster Brent at Washington, D. C. to Ygnacio del

Valle at Los Angeles regarding a proposed sale of Tejon Rancho to

the Government and commenting on the lack of funds in the

National Treasury which would prevent the beginning of the trans-

continental railroad from the Mississippi to the Pacific Coast that

year. 2pp. Span. April 19, 1858 A.3580-1495

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 275 Letter from Tomas J. Scully to Juan Abila

Letter from Tomas J. Scully at Santa Ana to Juan Abila and Señora

Soledad Yorba de Abila stating that he has started a school in

Santa Ana in the home of Desiderio Burrel and wishing to know if

they will consider sending their son Teofilo to this school. He

requests in immediate reply if possible. 1p. Span. May 17, 1858 A.3580-808

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 276 Funeral Notice of Antonio Ignacio Avila

Notice of funeral of Antonio Ignacio Avila, husband of Rosa Ruiz

de Avila (Abila), father-in-law of Jose [Antonio Andres] Sepulveda

and Juan N. Padilla, and grandfather of Tomas Sanchez and

Ignacio del Valle. 1p. Span. prin. September 25, 1858 A.3580-556

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 277 Funeral Notice of Felipa Payan de Madero

Notice of funeral of Felipa Payan de Madero, wife of Manuel

Madero. Lists seven "amigos" including Pio Pico, Jas. Thompson,

Jose Sanchez Colima, and Rafael Gallardo. 1p. prin. Span. October 6, 1858 A.3580-562

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 278 Receipt for taxes paid by Ygnacio del Valle

Receipt for $403.60 paid by Ygnacio del Valle for real property

taxes, improvements and personal property taxes, issued by

James Thompson, Sheriff. 1p. in English. Printed form with

handwriting. October 11, 1858 A.3580-1498

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 279 Letter from J. Lancaster Brent to Ygnacio del Valle about Rancho Tejon

Letter from J. Lancaster Brent at San Francisco to Ygnacio del

Valle regarding litigation over Rancho Tejon. 1p. in Spanish October 18, 1858 A.3580-1497

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 280 Court Summons for Ygnacio del Valle to serve on Grand Jury

Summons issued by James Thompson, Sheriff, to Ygnacio del

Valle to appear at the Court House in Los Angeles on Nov. 1 1858

to serve on the Grand Jury. 1p. Eng. pfhw. October 21, 1858 A.3580-653

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 281 Letter from B. Raho to Ygnacio del Valle about the loan of a horse

Letter from B. Raho at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle asking for

the loan of a horse as his horse has become lame. 1p. in Spanish October 30, 1858 A.3580-809

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 282 Letter from Antonio Maria Varela to Sra. Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Antonio Maria Varela at Rancho de la Punta to Sra.

Ysabel del Valle concerning family matters. 1p. in Spanish. November 12, 1858 A.3580-810

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 283 Letter from Bernardo Yorba to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Bernardo Yorba at Rancho San Antonio to Ygnacio del

Valle requesting that he deliver the sum of ten thousand pesos

($10,000) which he is holding for Yorba to his wife Sra. Andres E.

de Yorba. The money was delivered May 14, 1859. 1p. Span. November 14, 1858 A.3580-1493

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 284 Funeral notice of Bernardo Yorba

Notice of funeral of Bernardo Yorba (see item 1493) brother of

Teodosio Yorba and father-in-law of Leonardo Cota. Sons:

Raymundo Yorba, Prudencio Yorba. 1p. in Spanish, printed. November 21, 1858 A.3580-550

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 285 Letter from Francisco Garcia to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Francisco Garcia at Camulos to Ygnacio del Valle

requesting him to pay certain sums of money to Guadalupe Opata

and for the bill of Andres Opata. 1p. in Spanish. November 23, 1858 A.3580-1503

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 286 Receipt for taxes paid by Pedro Abila

Receipt for taxes paid by Pedro Abila at the rate of 20 centavos for

each 100 pesos of property. Signed by Manuel Garfias at Los

Angeles as Treasurer. 1p. in Spanish. December 19, 1858 A.3580-723

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 287 Balance sheet of Rancho Camulos

Balance sheet of Rancho Camulos including all assets and

liabilities, capital investments, inventory of stock, list of employees

and wages, etc. as of Dec. 31. 1858. 2pp. in Spanish. December 31, 1858 A.3580-1502

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 288 Promissory note by Manuel Abila to pay Thomas D. Mott

Promissory note made by Manuel Abila to pay Thomas D. Mott 25

small heifers in exchange for 440 pesos. Paid off by Tomas

Sanchez on June 21, 1859. 1p. In Spanish. January 22, 1859 A.3580-1500


Promissory note to deliver 100 yearling heifers of selected stock to Rancho

Los Alisos

Promissory note made by Manuel Abila to pay to Ines J. P. O'Neal

and Solomon Slinger at Rancho Los Alisos 100 small yearling

heifers of selected stock by April 1st. 1p. In Spanish. January 22, 1859 A.3580-737

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 290 Receipt for payment on H. Goldberg's account by Dona Chone

Receipt for $5.00 paid on account of H. Goldberg by Dona Chone,

leaving a balance of $12.50. 1p. In English. March 7, 1859 A.3582-12


Account statement for Mr. Dowine from Kennedy & Bell, Cheap Carpet

Warehouse

Statement of account of Mr. Dowine with Kennedy & Bell, Cheap

Carpet Warehouse, San Francisco, for various dry goods. 1p. In

English March 11, 1859 A.3580-761




Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 292 Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle at Los Angeles

concerning Feliciano Yndart who is staying with the Del Valles. 1p.

In Spanish. March 15, 1859 A.3580-1521

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 293 Power of attorney granted to Ygnacio del Valle by Pedro Abarte

Power of attorney granted by Pedro Abarte to Ygnacio del Valle to

take care of his business affairs with regard to his bakery in Los

Angeles. Notarized by Narciso Botello. 4pp. In Spanish April 19, 1859 A.3580-654

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 294 Letter from Enrique Dalton concerning the sale of cattle to Tomas Pujol

Letter from Enrique Dalton, guardian of Gabriela Pimineta,

appointing Jose Valdes to attend to the details of a sale of cattle

belonging to Gabriela to Tomas Pujol of Los Angeles. 1p. In

Spanish. April 24, 1859 A.3580-1703

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 295 Receipt for delivery by Ygnacio del Valle to Henry Dalton

Receipt for 320 head of cattle delivered by Ygnacio del Valle to

Henry Dalton, guardian of Gabriela Pimineta, as part of the

inheritance of the latter from Rancho San Francisco. 1p. In English May 7, 1859 A.3580-1705


Receipt for payment by Ygnacio del Valle for Domingo Pujol to Enrique

Dalton

Receipt for 4,277 pesos paid by Ygnacio del Valle for Domingo

Pujol to Enrique Dalton in trust for Josefa Gabriela Pimienta. 1p. In

Spanish May 14, 1859 A.3580-1924


Receipt given to Ysabel del Valle concerning a light in front of the Holy

Virgin

Receipt given to Ysabel Varela del Valle for funds supplied to keep

a light burning before the image of the Holy Virgin in the Plaza

Church for Antonio Manuel Varela who served in the Alonzo Ridley

company under General Albert Sidney Johnston. 1p. Span. 5/19/1959 1859-12-18 A.3580-736

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 298 Letter from Pedro Romo to Tomas Sanchez

Letter from Pedro Romo to Tomas Sanchez written from Cienega

concerning a sale of part of Rancho La Cienega for $1000 [by?]

Josefita and Jose. 1p. In Spanish May 31, 1859 A.3580-1496


Bill of sale for wheat and barley at Camulos, signed John Whitney and

Smith Chapin

Bill of sale for $300.00 signed by John Whitney and Smith Chapin

for the barley and wheat crop at Camulos. 2pp. In English. June 3, 1859 A.3580-1491

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 300 Receipt for payment by Ygnacio del Valle to Enrique Dalton

Receipt signed by Enrique Dalton, guardian of Gabriela Pimienta,

for the sum of $50.00 paid by Ygnacio del Valle for transfer of

rights of the brand formerly used on the cattle belonging to his

ward. 1p. In Spanish June 10, 1859 A.3580-1704

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 301 Funeral notice for Enrique Cardwell

Notice of funeral of Enrique Cardwell sent by Susana de Cardwell,

Guillermo Wolfskill and Juan Q. A. Stanley. (see 2067) 1p. In

Spanish, printed. July 5, 1859 A.3580-565

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 302 Funeral notice for Henry Cardwell

Notice of funeral of Henry Cardwell sent by Susana de Cardwell,

William Wolfskill and John Q. A. Stanley. (see 565) 1p. In English,

printed. July 5, 1859 A.3580-2067

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 303 Inventory of Ygnacio del Valle's personal property

Inventory of personal property and belongings of Ignacio del Valle;

Tejon Ranch is listed as 95,400 acres at 25ó an acre--$23,870;

14,000 head of cattle--$12,600. ("photo" was written on the original

container list) 1p. In Spanish July 20, 1859 A.3580-753


Agreement between Jose Maria Valdes and John Rains to sell Rancho

Cucamonga

An agreement entered into by and between Jose Maria Valdes and

John Rains whereby Valdes agrees to sell Rancho de Cucamonga

situated in San Bernardino county to Rains at a price to be fixed by

subsequent appraisement. 5pp. In English August 8, 1859 A.3580-1494


Lease of parts of Rancho de Cucamonga to John Rains by Jose Maria

Valdes

Lease whereby Jose Maria Valdes leases certain portions of

Rancho de Cucamonga to John Rains. 3pp. In English. August 8, 1859 A.3580-1009 D

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 306 Copy of title to Rancho Cucamonga attached to right of title of ranch

Copy of title to Rancho Cucamonga made in regard to the above;

originally issued in Sept. 15, 1847 according to copy made by L. V.

Prudhomme; attached to right of title of Jose Maria Valdes to the

Rancho issued by the District Court at Los Angeles. 4pp. Span. August 15, 1859 A.3580-1501

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 307 Receipt for payment by Ygnacio del Valle to Enrique Dalton

Receipt for $14 for sale of an animal belonging to Gabriela

Pimienta . The receipt was given to Ygnacio del Valle by Enrique

Dalton. 1p. In Spanish August 18, 1859 A.3580-1706

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 308 Account statement for Ygnacio del Valle from Ygnacio Garcia

Statement of account of Ygnacio del Valle with Ygnacio Garcia

running from November of 1858 to September 12, 1859 showing

details of transactions involving many of the early residents of Los

Angeles. 3pp. In Spanish. September 12, 1859 A.3580-762

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 309 Receipt for a license issued to Rimacio & Co.

Receipt for $5.00 signed by Mayor Marchessault of Los Angeles for

a license issued to Rimacio & Co. to give a theatrical exhibition on

the night of Sept. 21st. 1p. In English September 21, 1859 A.3580-2060


Certification that Tomas A. Sanchez was given his bond as Sheriff of Los

Angeles

Certification by John W. Shore, County Clerk, that Tomas A.

Sanchez was given his bond as Sheriff of Los Angeles County.

Sanchez was elected on Sept. 7, 1859. 1p. In English. October 4, 1859 A.3580-938





Agreement between Jose Salazar with Jacoba Feliz and Ygnacio del Valle

about Rancho San Francisco

Agreement made between Jose Slazar and Jacoba Feliz, his wife,

and Ygnacio del Valle, whereby Salazar gies to del Valle a quit

claim on a portion of Rancho San Francisco for the sum of

$1,000.00 Notarized by Narciso Botello and Myer J. Newmark. October 29, 1859 A.3580-1508

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 312 Funeral Notice for Lemuel Carpenter of Rancho de los Nietos

Funeral notice advising of the death of Lemuel Carpenter of

Rancho de los Nietos sent by F. J. Carpenter, John M. Foy, H. R.

Myles and A. J. Henderson. 1p. In English, printed. November 6, 1859 A.3580-566

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 313 Poem: "When this Cruel War is Over"

"When this Cruel War is Over." Poem regarding Civil War. In

English, printed. ca 1860's A.3580-484

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 314 Funeral notice of Major Edward H. Fitzgerald of the 1st U.S. Dragoons

Notice of the funeral of Major Edward H. Fitzgerald of the 1st U. S.

Dragoons sent by Dr. J. S. Griffin, Capt. W. S. Hancock, USA. 1p.

In Spanish, printed January 9, 1860 A.3580-2065

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 315 Invitation to a benefit ball at the Bella Union Hotel

Invitation to attend a ball at the Bella Union Hotel for the benefit of

the Library Association. Members of committee include J. Temple,

H. Mellus, J. L. Brent, S. Lazard, V. Beaudry and others. 1p. Eng.

pr. January 12, 1860 A.3580-616

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 316 Last Will and testament of Joseph Lancaster Brent

Last Will and Testament of Joseph Lancaster Brent made prior to

his departure for service in the Union Army. He leaves the majority

of his estate to Ygnacio de Valle. 5pp. In English. February 14, 1860 A.3580-655 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 317 Letter from J. Lancaster Brent to his brother Robert James Brent

Letter from J. Lancaster Brent to his brother Robert James Brent,

an attorney in Baltimore, leaving him some property which he

purchased in Los Angeles in 1855 February 14, 1860 A.3580-936

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 318 Codicil to Joseph Lancaster Brent's Last Will and Testament

Codicil to above Will including a few more items including his

English library to Benjamin D. Wilson and his Law Library to

Ygnacio Sepulveda. 1p. In English. February 16, 1860 A.3580-655 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 319 Statement of various accounts from 10/17-3/31/1860

Statement of various accounts dating from Oct. 17, 1858 to Mar.

31, 1860. Somewhat illegible except for account of Anastacia de

Verdugo. 4pp. In Spanish March 31, 1860 A.3580-760

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 320 Agreement where Ygnacio del Valle will hold a deposit for Prudencio Yorba

Loan agreement between Ygnacio del Valle and Prudencio Yorba

for money held in trust. See above. April 11, 1860 A.3580-739

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 321 Grocery bill from H. Mannasse to Luis Arguello and Pedro Romo

Bill for goods purchased by Luis Arguello and Pedro Romo from H.

Mannase in San Diego; items include bread, sugar, coffee,

sardines, etc. 1p. In English April 28, 1860 A.3580-764

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 322 Letter from Luis Flores to Feliciano Esparsa

Letter from Luis Flores at San Juan Capistrano to Feliciano

Esparsa concerning political matters. Ungrammatically but legibly

written. 3pp. In Spanish May 24, 1860 A.3580-1925

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 323 Part of the magazine La Satira de Ambos Mundos

Portion of a magazine La Satira de Ambos Mundos (Satire of Both

Worlds) containing various political cartoons, a summary of world

events during the month, and a part of a biographical sketch of

Mlle, Aita de la Peñuela. 4pp. Span. prin. August 26, 1860 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 324 Funeral notice of infant son of Cameron E. and H. S. Thom

Notice of funeral of infant son of Cameron E. and H. S. Thom to

be held on Oct. 3, 1860. 1p. In English, printed October 2, 1860 A.3580-567

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 326 Invitation to the wedding of Louisa Platshek to Wolf Kalisher

Invitation to wedding of Louisa Platshek to Wolf Kalisher at the

Stockton Street Synagogue. 1p. In English, printed. October 14, 1860 A.3580-514

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 325 Invitation to a commemorative ball at the Bella Union Hotel

Invitation to a ball at the Bella Union Hotel on the occasion of the

completion of the Telegraph to the city. Committee members

include John Temple, Geo. Barker, Andres Pico, P. Banning, M.

Keller, J.L. Brent, H. N. Alexander E.J.C. Kewen, V. Beaudry, A.F.

Coronel, O.W. Childs, and F. Bachman. October 8, 1860 A.3580-617

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 327 Election ticket for the Democratic Party in California

1860 Election ticket of the Democratic Party in California John R.

McConnell for Governor. Contains the election slate for County

Officials of Los Angeles. 1p. Printed. 2 copies. November 1860 A.3580-465 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 328 Election ticket for the Democratic Party in California

Election ticket of the Democratic Party in California Andres Pico for

Senator, John R. McConnell for Governor. Contains the election

slate for County Officials of Los Angeles. 1p. Printed. November, 1860 A.3580-465 D

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 329 Funeral notice for Ignacio F. Coronel [son]

Notice of funeral of Ignacio F. Coronel, son of Ignacio F. Coronel

and Francisca Romero de Coronel. Brothers: Antonio F. Coronel,

Manuel F. Coronel. Sobrinos: Mattias and Francisco Sabichi. 1p.

Printed in Spanish November 4, 1860 A.3580-568

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 330 Receipt for property taxes paid by Ygnacio del Valle

Receipt for taxes of $32.25 paid by Ygnacio del Valle on property

valued at $6450.00 given by Thomas Strafford, City Marshal of Los

Angeles. 1p. Printed form with handwriting, in English. November 30, 1860 A.3580-1605

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 331 Invitation to a ball at the Bella Union Hotel

Inviation to a Ball to be given at the Bella Union Hotel on December

12; sent by R. S. Carlisle, S. Prager, V. Beaudry, T. D. Mott, J. L.

Brent, F. Bachman; Floor managers were Andres Pico and J. L.

Morris. 1p. Printed in English December 8, 1860 A.3580-618




Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 332 Almanac- Calendario de La Cocinera Mexicana

A calendar "for the Mexican kitchen" for the year of 1861 listing all

of the Saint's Days and giving recipes for various Mexican dishes.

48pp. In Spanish, printed. 1861 A.3580-316

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 333 Letter from Andres Pico to Enrique Abila concerning Civil War

Letter from Andres Pico at Sacramento to Enrique Abila advising

him of war news, the possible disruption of the union by Civil War

and the necessity of all to be watchful and loyal. 2pp. In Spanish. February 16, 1861 A.3580-811

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 334 Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to his brother

Letter from Ygnacio del Valle at Los Angeles to his brother

(probably at Camulos) regarding the horses and cattle. 2pp. Span. March 16, 1861 A.3580-1553

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 335 Receipt for payment on assessment No. 7 given to Ygnacio del Valle

Receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle for $504.00 paid on assessment

No. 7 for the Zapato Mining Co. 1p. In English. May 3, 1861 A.3580-711


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Santa Ynes to Ygnacio del Valle at

Los Angeles concerning the health of people on the ranch, the sale

of 500 head of cattle and 300 claves during the first part of May,

and other personal matters. 2pp. Span. June 4, 1861 A.3580-1594


Receipt for Santo Silva's payment on Ygnacio del Valle's account with

Polasky and Goodwin

Receipt given to Santo Silva for $400 paid on account of Ygnacio

del Valle to Polasky & Goodwin. 1p. In English. June 13, 1861 A.3580-1575

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 338 Ygnacio del Valle's account with Juan Temple during August 1861

Account of Ygnacio del Valle with Juan Temple during August of

1861. Temple was handling money deposited with him by del

Valle. 1p. In Spanish. September 1, 1861 A.3580-738


Mortgage held by Ygnacio del Valle on property owned by J. Lancaster

Brent

Mortgage held by Ygnacio del Valle on property owned by J.

Lancaster Brent given by Brent in exchange for the loan of $3400.

Notarized by Myer Newmark and recorded by John W. Shore.

6ppp. In English October 9, 1861 A.3580-656

Row 28 Range 6 Box 004 Folder 340 Death notice and prayer requests for Don Juan Wilson

Request for prayers for soul of Don Juan Wilson who died at San

Luis Obispo on Oct 13, 1861. Wife: Ramona C. de Wilson. 1p. In

Spanish, printed. October 15, 1861 A.3580-569

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 341 Death notice and prayer request for Don Nicholas A. Den

Notice for prayers for the soul of Don Nicolas A. Den, brother of Dr.

Richard Den, sent by Rosa H. de Den. 1p. In Spanish, printed. ca. 1862 A.3580-552

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 342 Letter from T. Wallace More to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from F. Wallace More to Ygnacio del Valle requesting del

Valle to remove all of his horses and cattle from pasture lands on

More's Rancho de San Cayetano or Sespe because of the lack of

feed for even More's cattle; a rather sharp letter. 2pp. Span ca. 1862 A.3580-1591

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 343 Account statement of Ygnacio del Valle with J. Jones and Co.

Statement of account of Ygnacio del Valle with J. Jones & Co.

located in Los Angeles for various items of clothing and foodstuffs

purchased during the year. 9 pp. In Spanish. 1862-02-12 1863-06-01 A.3580-1761

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 344 Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle

which discusses the situation in Mexico relating that there has been

a meeting between the Liberals and the French. 1 pp. In Spanish June 5, 1862 A.3580-1534


Receipt for taxes paid by Ygnacio del Valle in the sum of $381.90

on property assessed at $16,976; signed by T. A. Sanchez, Tax

Collector. Los Angeles County. 1p. In English, printed form with

handwriting. December 13, 1862 A.3580-724

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 346 Funeral notice of Juan Domingo

Notice of funeral of Juan Domingo sent by his wife Raymunda Felix

de Domingo and friends S. Lazard, Manuel Requena, L. Hoover,

Guillermo Wolfskill, J. L. Brent. No date. 1p. Span. prin. ca. 1863 A.3580-557

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 347 Leather-bound account book

Leather-bound account book covering the year 1864 and portions

of 1865 entitled Don Ygnacio del Valle in account with J. Jones.

About 20pp. In Spanish. 1863/64-1865 A.3580-324 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 348 1863 Democratic Broadside

Broadside issued by the Demcratic Party prior to the election in

1863 giving a brief summary about each of the candidates for

offices in Los Angeles County. 1p. In Spanish, printed. August 1, 1863 A.3580-469

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 349 Invitation to the funeral of Frances Mellus Black bordered invitation to the funeral of Frances Mellus. Printed. September 20, 1863 A.3580-1743

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 350 Democratic Party broadside listing candidates for state offices

Broadside issued by the Democratic Party listing candidates for

state offices (Juan G. Downey, for Governor) candidates for Los

Angeles County offices. 1p. In Spanish, printed. November 1863 A.3580-989

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 351 Funeral notice of Antonio Machado

Notice of funeral of Antonio Machado sent by his brother Agustin

Machado. Juan and Diego Sepulveda listed as sons. 1p. In

Spanish, printed. December 28, 1863 A.3580-564





Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at San Buenaventura to Ygnacio del

Valle at Camulos telling of the difficulties encountered while driving

mules from Arroyo de Pino to Buenaventura particularly that he

had to get help from the Indian Jose at Santa Paula. 1p. Span January 4, 1864 A.3580-1600

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 353 Letter from Jose Ygnacio del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Jose Ygnacio del Valle at Tochonanga to his brother

Ygnacio del Valle concerning business affairs and the amount del

Valle would charge him for board and room during the time he is in

the city. 1p. In Spanish February 6, 1864 A.3580-1612


Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda at Sacramento to Ygnacio del Valle

informing him of the failure of a certain bill to obtain the signature

of the Governor. Apparently the bill was to include the boundaries

of "Pino" within Los Angeles County. 2pp. Span. April 9, 1864 A.3580-1568

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 355 Letter from Ygnacio Garcia to Ygnacio del Valle about a legal dispute

Letter from Ygnacio Garcia at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle at

Camulos informing him that Wolfskill would be willing to settle their

dispute out of court. 1p. In Spanish April 10, 1864 A.3580-1555

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 356 Letter to Ygnacio del Valle about a legal case between del Valle and More

Letter in the handwriting of Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle at

Camulos concerning the legal dispute between del Valle and More

and giving a long detailed account of the case. Incomplete. 4pp. In

Spanish April 11, 1864 A.3580-1926

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 357 Summons for Ascension Abila concerning mortgage foreclosure

Summons issued for Ascencion Abila regarding the foreclosure on

the mortgage held on her property by Bernardo Manmus; signed by

Jose Carillo, Constable. 2pp. In English. April 19, 1864 A.3580-1535

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 358 Affidavit to accompany applications to purchase state lands

Affidavit to accompany applications to purchase State Lands

swearing loyalty to the United States Government and Constitution

signed by Jose Ygnacio del Valle. 1p. Eng. pfhw. April 20, 1864 A.3580-657


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Santa Barbara to Ygnacio del Valle

telling him of the arrival of his brother Jose Ygnacio del Valle and

discussing various land problems. 4pp. In Spanish April 20, 1864 A.3580-1547

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 360 Application for unsurveyed lands in Santa Barbara County

Application by Jose Ygnacio del Valle for a tract of 320 acres of

unsurveyed lands in Santa Barbara County; granted on April 22,

1864 (Note in pencil on outside states "Not approved by the

Surveyor General). 1p. Eng. pfhw. April 21, 1864 A.3580-1531


Grant of 16th and 36th sections of the Los Angeles land district to Jose

Ygnacio del Valle

Grant of the 16th and 36th Sections, for School Purposes, Los

Angeles Land District, Location No. 49, of 320 acres to Jose

Ygnacio del Valle (see 1531); not approved by Surveyor-General.

1p In English, printed form with handwriting. April 22, 1864 A.3580-1609

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 362 Agreement between Wm. Wolfskill and Ygnacio del Valle

Agreement Wm. Wolfskill and Ygnacio del Valle concerning the

transfer of certain portions of Rancho San Francisco to del Valle.

2pp. In English. April 28, 1864 A.3580-658

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 363 Supplement to La Cronica No. 34

Supplement of La Cronica No. 34 dated at New York, containing

news from the theater of war including messages from Edwin

Stanton, Benj. F. Butler and some European news. 1p. In Spanish,

printed. May 13, 1864 A.3580-855

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 364 Receipt for payment given to John A. White by J. Jones

Receipt for $500 paid by John A. White to J. Jones at Los Angeles.

1p. In English, printed form with handwriting. May 23, 1864 A.3580-715

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 365 Letter from Ygnacio Garcia to Ygnacio del Valle


Camulos concerning business affairs, the paying of an account

with Morris Bros. & Prager, and family affairs. 1p. In Spanish. June 20, 1864 A.3580-1556

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 366 Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Polasky & Goodwin at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle

at Camulos informing him that certain monies have not yet arrived.

Postscript giving respects to the family signed by Ygnacio Garcia.

1p. In Spanish. July 15, 1864 A.3580-1603


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Santa Barbara to Ygnacio del Valle at

Camulos stating that he will leave Santa Barbara for Ventura on

the following Monday. 1p. In Spanish. July 26, 1864 A.3580-1543


Letter from Ygnacio Garcia to Ygnacio del Valle at Camulos

reporting a sale of hides sent in by wagon and informing him that

the wagon needed a new wheel which was provided by John Goller

for $11.50; hides were selling $1.75 each. 2pp. Span. August 31, 1864 A.3580-1590

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 369 Letter from Pablo de la Guerra to Dona Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Pablo de la Guerra at Simi to Dona Ysabel del Valle;

the godfather of del Valle's children was de la Guerra and he

discusses family matters. 2pp. In Spanish. October 16, 1864 A.3580-1538





Authorization for Ygnacio del Valle to act as godfather instead of Manuel

Antonio Aguisola

Document signed by Manuel Antonio Anguisola authorizing

Ygnacio del Valle to act as godfather at the baptism of a daughter

of Juventino del Valle and Susana Abila del Valle, in the place of

Anguisola. Witnessed by Jose Maria Otero at Santa Barbara. 1p.

Span. October 20, 1864 A.3580-1593


Authorization for Dona Ysabel del Valle to act as godmother instead of

Clotilde de la Guerra

Document written by Clotilde de la Guerra authorizing Doña Ysabel

del Valle to act in her place as godmother at the baptism of the

daughter of Juventino del Valle and to confer upon the child the

name to be selected. Witnessed by Pablo de la Guerra and

Antonio Maria de la Guerra at Santa Barbara. 1p. Span. October 20, 1864 A.3580-1558

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 372 General election poll list with certification

Poll list for above giving the names of 29 voters including Marcos

A. Forster, Leonardo Cota, Pedro Avila, etc. with Certification

attached by Ramon Yorba, inspector; Marcos A. Forster, judge;

Juan Maniosa, judge; Agustin Olvera, clerk; and O. Morgan, clerk.

2pp. Eng. pfhw. November 8, 1864 A.3580-466

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 373 General election tally list for the San Juan Precinct

Tally list made at the house of Philip David for the Precinct of San

Juan, Los Angeles County for the election of three Members of

Congress and Five Presidential Electors pursuant to the

Proclamation of Election (see 933 above) issued on October 13

1864; those receiving the majority of votes for electors were

Samuel Brannan, J. G. McCallum, W. W. Crane, Charles Maclary

and Warner Oliver. 2pp. Eng. pfhw. November 8, 1864 A.3580-467

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 374 Oath for officers of the election and results of the tally list

Oath administered to the officers of the election (Ramon Yorba,

Marcos A. Forster, Juan Maniosa, Agustin Olvera, and O. Morgan)

together with the results of the tally list (item 467). 2pp. In English,

printed form with handwriting. Novmber 8, 1864 A.3580-468



Camulos regarding the election news; states that Lincoln was given

a majority of 60 votes in Los Angeles. 1p. In Spanish. November 10, 1864 A.3580-1572



reporting that Mr. Sprague, Surveyor for Los Angeles County, had

inquired of him if del Valle and the other heirs wished to sell all of

Rancho San Francisco; also says that he believes a strong

company in San Francisco is primarily interested in buying all lands

in the county upon which springs of liquid bitumen have been

found. 3pp. Span. December 3, 1864 A.3580-1599



Camulos giving a few small business details and stating that it has

been raining steadily and that the newspapers are old because the

stages are six to eight days behind schedule. 2pp. Span. December 13, 1864 A.3580-1566



referring to his letter of December 3 and asking if Don Ygnacio and

the other heirs wanted to sell Rancho San Francisquito to a

prospective buyer, Mr. Spragus; again mentions the interest

displayed by the buyer in the tar springs on the ranch. 3pp. Span. December 21, 1864 A.3580-1595

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 379 Letter from U. Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from U. Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle requesting him to take

some action one way or the other regarding the sale of several

parcels of ranch lands in the neighborhoods of Camarillo, Santa

Buenaventura, Rancho de la Colonia on the Santa Clara River,

etc.; mentions that there seems to be a great deal of speculation in

oil-bearing property and that "now is the time to sell". 3pp. Span. December 27, 1864 A.3580-1596

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 380 Pastoral Exhortation by Bishop Tadeo Amat, C. M. of Monterey

Pastoral Exhortation issued by Bishop Tadeo Amat, C. M. of

Monterey for the year of 1865, printed in San Francisco. 12pp. In

Spanish. 1865 A.3580-1778

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 381 Leather bound account book of purchases from J. Jones & Co.

Leather-bound account book covering purchases made by Ygnacio

del Valle from J. Jones & Co. from 1865 through July of 1871;

mainly foodstuffs, clothing and household goods. 71pp. In

Spanish. 1865 1871-07-08 A.3580-324 C


Letter from U. Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle concerning a proposed

sale of a portion of Camulos at 10 reales per acre for 2,500 acres;

sets forth the details of the sale presumably arranged by Yndart.

3pp. In Spanish. January 18, 1865 A.3580-1592




Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 383 Cost estimate for the survey of Rancho Temescal

Estimate of the cost of a survey of Rancho Temescal; 30 miles @

$15.00-$450.00 plus miscellaneous court and recording fees for a

total of $735.00. 1p. In English, unsigned. February 6, 1865 A.3580-1601


Letter from U. Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle concerning business and

personal affairs and containing a portion of a postscript in the

handwriting of Ygnacio Garcia mentioning a letter to Wolfskill. 2pp.

In Spanish. February 16, 1865 A.3580-1561

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 385 Letter from Gabriela Pimienta to Ulpiano Yndart

Letter from Gabriela Pimienta at Compostela to Ulpiano Yndart in

regard to the possible sale of a portion of Rancho San Francisco

and informing him that her father Don Nestor Pimienta has full

power to represent her person in any negotiations. 1p. Span. February 26, 1865 A.3580-1700

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 386 Letter from Nestor Pimienta to U. Yndart

Letter from Nestor Pimienta at Compostela to U. Yndart authorizing

him to enter negotiations with regard to occupation of sale of

Rancho San Francisco. 1p. In Spanish. February 26, 1865 A.3580-1701


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Los Cerritos to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning the land sale and Mr. Sprague. 1p. In Spanish. March 5, 1865 A.3580-1551

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 388 Letter from A. Packard to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from A. Packard at Santa Barbara to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning the sale of land; mentions ranchos Camulos, Temescal,

Piru and San Francisco and that he is making a trip to Monterey for

information. 2pp. Span. March 6, 1865 A.3580-1588


Agreement between William Wolfskill and Ygnacio del Valle concerning

Rancho San Francisco

Agreement between William Wolfskill and Ygnacio del Valle

whereby Wolfskill deeds a certain portion of Rancho San Francisco

to del Valle in accordance with an agreement made April 28, 1864.

2pp. Eng. pfhw. March 14, 1865 A.3580-659


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Los Cerritos to Ygnacio del Valle at

Camulos in which he enclosed several letters from Tepic; he

comments on the assassination of Lincoln which he feels is "an act

without an equal in the history of the United States" and gives his

views on various other aspects of the Civil War. 3pp. Span. April 10, 1865 A.3580-1540



Camulos discussing various business accounts and reporting that a

telegram has just been received announcing the surrender of Lee

and his whole army, the fall of Richmond, Petersburg, etc. 2pp.

Span. April 11, 1865 A.3580-1530

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 392 List of goods bought by Ygnacio del Valle from Ygnacio Garcia

List of goods purchased by Ygnacio del Valle from Ygnacio Garcia

consisting mainly of foodstuffs and ranch equipment. 1p. In

Spanish. April 11, 1865 A.3580-765

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 393 Copy of summons for Maria Lugo de Foster et. al.

Copy of a summons in the matter of the estate of Josefa Lopez de

Vejar issued to Maria Lugo de Foster, Stephen C. Foster and Juan

C. Vejar as Administrators of the estate and to Reginaldo del Valle

and his father Ygnacio del Valle in regard to a land survey. 2pp.

Eng. See also item 661. April 13, 1865 A.3580-660

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 394 Copy of summons for Maria Lugo de Foster et. al.

Additional copy of a summons in the matter of the estate of Josefa

Lopez de Vejar issued to Maria Lugo de Foster, Stephen C. Foster

and Juan C. Vejar as Administrators of the estate and to Reginaldo

del Valle and his father Ygnacio del Valle in regard to a land

survey. 2pp. Eng. See also item 660. April 13, 1865 A.3580-661

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 395 Receipt given to Jose Ygnacio del Valle by T. A. Sanchez

Receipt given by T. A. Sanchez to Jose Ygnacio del Valle for 178

head of horses and five burros. 1p. In Spanish April 24, 1865 A.3580-712


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Los Cerritos to Ygnacio del Valle

introducing General Pomeroy who is interested in the petroleum on

the ranch which is for sale at $30,000. 1p. In Spanish. April 28, 1865 A.3580-1557

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 397 Letter from Charles C. Huse to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Charles C. Huse at Santa Barbara addressed to

Ygnacio del Valle at Rancho San Francisco in regard to obtaining

the signature of Jose Ygnacio del Valle and the clearing of the

property title. 2pp. In Spanish. June 20, 1865 A.3580-1927



Camulos concerning minor business matters and relating in detail

the circumstances of the fatal shooting affray of Robert Carlisle

and two brothers of Sheriff King at the Bella Union Hotel. 3pp.

Span. July 7, 1865 A.3580-1584



Camulos stating that he has just sent some bottles to Camulos and

also a package of Cronicas. 1p. In Spanish. August 25, 1865 A.3580-1548




Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 400 Bill of sale given to Ygnacio del Valle by E. C. Parrish

Bill of Sale given to Ygnacio del Valle by E. C. Parrish for one bay

American Stallion purchased by del Valle for $400. 1p. In English. September 23, 1865 A.3580-662


Letter from A. Packard at San Francisco to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning business matters relative to Ranchos Camulos,

Temescal, Piru and San Francisco. 2pp. In Spanish. October 11, 1865 A.3580-1587

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 402 Letter from Reginaldo del Valle to Dona Ascension Abila

Letter from Reginaldo del Valle as a school boy to Dona Ascension

Abila, asking her to get him a pair of gloves and a scarf of wool

because he has to rise early to study and it is cold. 1p. In Spanish October 15, 1865 A.3580-1537

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 403 Receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle by Perry & Woodworth

Receipt for $75.00 for two 800 gallon wine tubs purchased by

Ygnacio del Valle from Perry & Woodworth in Los Angeles. 1p. In

English, printed form with handwriting. October 16, 1865 A.3580-766


Receipt for taxes paid by Ygnacio del Valle in the amount of

$479.98 for property valued at $13,332.71 and for $326.57 paid on

property valued at $9,572.00. Signed by T. A. Sanchez by A. J.

King, Deputy. 1p. Eng. pfhw. November 8, 1865 A.3580-726

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 405 Receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle by John Goller

Receipt for $225 paid by Ygnacio del Valle to John Goller. 1p. In

English. November 9, 1865 A.3580-714



advising him with regard to the lawsuit by Mr. More which is to

come up during the early part of December. 1p. In Spanish. November 29, 1865 A.3580-1554

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 407 Receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle by John Goller & Co.

Receipt for $34.25 paid by Ygnacio del Valle to John Goller & Co.

1p. In English. December 3, 1865 A.3580-713


Receipt for taxes paid by Ygnacio del Valle in Santa Barbara

County in the sum of $44.25 on property totaling $1500. Signed by

J. R. de la Guerra, Sheriff. 1p. In English. Printed form with



Bill of sale given to Jose Ygnacio del Valle for all Rancho San Francisco

livestock

Bill of Sale for all of the cattle on Rancho de San Francisquito

owned by Antonio Barrera and his wife, Concepcion, to Jose

Ygnacio del Valle, brother of Concepcion. Witnessed by John

Goller and Ygnacio Garcia. 2pp. In Spanish December 7, 1865 A.3580-1536


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle informing him of

the death of his (Ulpiano's) wife on the previous day. 1p. In

Spanish. December 10, 1865 A.3580-1541

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 411 Receipted bill for blacksmith work by A. J. Harrington

Receipted bill for blacksmithing work by A. J. Harrington at San

Buenaventura. 1p. In English. December 15, 1865 A.3580-767

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 412 Bill for clerk's fees in case of Thomas H. More vs. Y. del Valle

Bill for $109.71 for Clerk's fees in the above case (1533) with a

notation "Received payment of the above this 16th day of

December, A.D. 1865". 1p. In English. December 16, 1865 A.3580-1602

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 413 Receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle by F. A. Thompson

Receipt for $60.00 paid by Ygnacio del Valle on account of fees in

the case of Thomas H. More vs. Y. del Valle signed by F. A.

Thompson, County Clerk December 16, 1865 A.3580-1533


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle at

Camulos informing him of the arrival of Hinchman from San

Francisco and conveying his regards to the del Valle family. 1p. In



Letter from Ygnacio Garcia at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning business matters. 1p. In Spanish. January 30, 1866 A.3580-1563


Letter from U. Yndart at Los Cerritos to Ygnacio del Valle regarding

personal matters and that he is sending him a large photograph of

Feleciano. 2pp. In Spanish. February 20, 1866 A.3580-1560

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 417 List of goods purchased by Ygnacio del Valle from H. A. Potter

Statement of goods purchased by Ygnacio del Valle from H. A.

Potter in Los Angeles; items include knives, hunting and butcher;

knives and forks; padlocks, etc. 1p. In English. March 14, 1866 A.3580-768

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 418 Leather bound account book of purchases from Polasky & Goodwin

Leather-bound account book for purchases made by Ygnacio del

Valle from Polasky & Goodwin beginning March 14, 1866 and

continuing to February 1868 including clothing, household and

ranch equipment. 19pp. In Spanish. 1866-03-14 1868-02-10 A.3580-324 B


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin in Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle

regarding some goods which del Valle ordered. 1p. In English. March 27, 1866 A.3580-1640



concerning business matters, horse colars fro the ranch, books

ordered by Sr. Mondran, etc. 1p. In Spanish. March 29, 1866 A.3580-1585





Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle concerning

business affairs of the ranch and the sale of some cattle. 2pp. In

Spanish. May 3, 1866 A.3580-1542



Camulos concerning business matters handled by Garcia for del

Valle, including renewal of a subscription to La Cronica of New

York, a receipt for money for the sale of horses at Wilmington at

$55.00 a head, etc. 2pp. Span. May 11, 1866 A.3580-1562


Letter from Ygnacio Garcia to Ygnacio del Valle advising that he

has on deposit from Don Luis Dartique the sum of one thousand

pesos in gold and that Dartique is going to pay the rest to Sr. Morffi

in San Luis Obispo. 1p. In Spanish. May 22, 1866 A.3580-1546

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 424 Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Los Angeles to Ysabel del Valle

concerning personal business such as the exchange of shoes,

purchase of cloth, etc. 1p. In Spanish. June 10, 1866 A.3580-1586

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 425 Excise tax receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle

Receipt for $25.00 excise tax paid on 50 gallons of grape brandy

by Ygnacio del Valle; signed by C. C. Slocum, Collector. 1p. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. June 30, 1866 A.3580-1604

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 426 Internal Revenue License to distill at Camulos Ranch

Internal Revenue license to carry on business of distiller issued to

Ygnacio del Valle. July 2, 1866 A.3580-663

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 427 Receipt for goods purchased from Perry & Woodworth

Receipt for goods purchased by Ygnacio del Valle from Perry &

Woodworth in Los Angeles. 1p. In English. July 4, 1866 A.3580-1008 D

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 428 Letter from Apolinaria Lorenzana to Dona Ysabel Barela del Balle

Letter from Apolinaria Lorenzana at Santa Barbara to Dona Ysabel

Barela del Balle (Varela del Valle) concerning personal matters.

2pp. In Spanish. July 6, 1866 A.3580-1549

Row 28 Range 6 Box 005 Folder 429 Letter from T. Mondran to Reginaldo del Valle. In French.

Letter in French from T. Mondran to Reginaldo del Valle at

Camulos recommending some books. Mondran taught French at

Camulos for awhile. 1p. In French. July 8, 1866 A.3580-1589

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 430 Receipt for poll tax paid by Jose Ygnacio del Valle

Receipt for $2.00 for State Poll Tax paid by Jose Ygnacio del Valle

signed by Joseph Huber, Jr. County Treasurer; T. D. Mott, County

Auditor and Geo. Quebon, Controller, Los Angeles County. 1p.

Eng. pfhw. July 18, 1866 A.3580-727

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 431 Receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle by Juan Camarillo

Receipt given to Ygnacio del Valle by Juan Camarillo at San

BuenaVentura for $200.00 to be paid to Alberto Packard. 1p. In

Spanish. July 21, 1866 A.3580-1607


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning business affairs in Los Angeles with Jose Ygnacio del

Valle, Dna. Jacoba Salazar and Ygnacio Garcia, and the need for

repairs to a house owned by del Valle. He also speaks of J.

Lancaster Brent. 3pp. Span. July 25, 1866 A.3580-1571


Statement of money expenditures deposited by Ygnacio del Valle with

Ulpiano Yndart

Statement of expenditures of money deposited by Ygnacio del

Valle with Ulpiano Yndart which total $6,416.65 covering the

periods from July 16, 1866 to August 24, 1866. August 24, 1866 A.3580-1009 E

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 434 Letter from Ysidro Abiola to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Ysidro Abiola to Ygnacio del Valle regarding various

packages received by members of the del Valle family at San

Buenaventura. 1p. In Spanish. October 20, 1866 A.3580-1597


Letter from Ygnacio Garcia to Ygnacio del Valle offering sympathy

for the death of del Valle's small son and concerning the distillery.

1p. In Spanish. December 18, 1866 A.3580-1545

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 436 Part of the American Agriculturist

Portion of the American Agriculturist, pp. 83-36, giving agricultural

news from throughout the country. 4pp. Printed. March 1867 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 437 Invitation to the funeral of Rafael Lugo

Black bordered invitation to the funeral of Rafael Lugo in Los

Angeles by his brothers in politics. Span. Printed. April 22, 1867 A.3580-1742

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 438 Letter from Sanjurjo Argues Pujol to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Sanjorjo Argues Pujol at San Francisco to Ygnacio del

Valle at Camulos concerning business matters, the shipment of

barrels for wine, the arrival of a still destined for Camulos, etc. 2pp.

In Spanish. May 29, 1867 A.3580-1983

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 439 Statement of goods purchased from Samuel Meyer

Statement of goods purchased by Ygnacio del Valle from Samuel

Meyer in Los Angeles; items include kitchen utensils and

household goods. 1p. In English. September 12, 1867 A.3580-769

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 440 Articles of agreement concerning the sale of Rancho Temescal

Articles of Agreement between Ygnacio del Valle and Asbury

Harpending, Archibald C. Peachy and James de Barth Shorb for

the sale of Rancho Temescal containing three square leagues in

Santa Barbara County at a price to be determined by appraisal.

4pp. Eng. September 23, 1867 A.3580-1009 F




Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 441 Official appointment of Ygnacio del Valle as Deputy County Clerk

Official appointment of Ygnacio del Valle as Deputy County Clerk

for the County of Santa Barbara signed by F. A. Thompson,

County Clerk. Two 5 cent Internal Revenue stamps affixed. 1p. In

English. December 14, 1867 A.3580-664

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 442 List of the property of Rancho San Francisco

Notation in pencil of the property, real and personal, of Rancho

San Francisco, including livestock, tools and equipment, wine-

making equipment, carriages, etc.; total real estate $528,000; total

personal property $53,200; total persons living on the ranch, 160.

1p. Eng. ca. 1868 A.3580-1606

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 443 Flyer: "Garfield tries to Legislate General Hancock Out of Office"

Flyer distributed by California State Democratic Club, San

Francisco. "Hancock's support of civil law made a crime by

Garfield". James A. Garfield vs. Winfield of S. Hancock, Major-

General in command of Louisiana and Texas. Pro Hancock. 2pp.

pr. January 17, 1868 A.3580-1772

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 444 Order to show cause why order of sale of real estate should not be made

Order to Show Cause why order of sale of Real Estate should not

be made in the estate of Antonio Ygnacio Abila, deceased, to be

heard by Judge Wm. G. Dryden in Los Angeles. 2pp. In English. January 17, 1868 A.3580-1608

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 445 Promissory note signed by Jesus Hernandez

Promissory note signed by Jesus Hernandez for $100.00 borrowed

from Jose Ygnacio del Valle for four months. 1p. In Spanish. January 21, 1868 A.3580-1576


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle at Camulos

requesting him to send his carriage to San Buenaventura to

transport Ulpiano, Blanca, Feliciano and a little Indian girl to his

ranch because of heavy rains. 2pp. In Spanish. February 2, 1868 A.3580-1569

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 447 Receipt for goods purchased from H. Newmark & Co.

Receipt for $135.74 signed by H. Newmark for goods purchased by

Ygnacio del Valle from H. Newmark & Co. in Los Angeles. 1p. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. February 11, 1868 A.3580-718

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 448 Letter from J. Lancaster Brent to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from J. Lancaster Brent at Baltimore, Maryland to Ygnacio

del Valle telling of his experiences since the close of the Civil War,

particularly about his trip to Europe where he visited England,

France, Italy, Germany, Holland and Belgium. He also tells of the

economic conditions in the South and of the "miseries" of his

parents? (relatives?) in Louisiana. The letter is finished on March

10, 1868. 6pp. Span. February 27, 1868 A.3580-812

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 449 Bill for board and tuition for Magdalena Varela

Bill for Board and Tuition, $75.00; Washing $12.00 and Books and

Materials $16.00 for one half session of a school in Los Angeles for

Magdalena Varela. Receipt for payment signed by Sister

Scholastica. 1p. In English. March 24, 1868 A.3580-1614

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 450 Bill from Foy & Brother

Bill for saddle, stirrups, spurs, etc. purchased by 'Ignatia' del Valle

from Foy & Brother, No. 9, Los Angeles Street. 1p. In English.

Printed form wtih handwriting. March 26, 1868 A.3580-770



Camulos concerning personal affairs and a visit to the ranch. 2pp.

In Spanish. April 13, 1868 A.3580-1010

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 452 Funeral notice of Dona Maria de Jesus Lugo de Yorba

Notice of funeral of Dona Maria de Jesus Lugo de Yorba, daughter

of Felipe Lugo and wife of Trinidad Yorba. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. May 11, 1868 A.3580-570


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle in which he speaks

of his sadness in being separated from his daughter, Blanca, and

hopes she will not forget him. 2pp. In Spanish. May 16, 1868 A.3580-1550

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 454 Receipt for gold paid by Ygnacio del Valle to Dr. Richard A. Den

Receipt for 10 pesos of gold paid by Ygnacio del Valle to Dr.

Richard S. Den for medical services at Camulos Rancho. Internal

Revenue stamp affixed. 1p. In Spanish. May 25, 1868 A.3580-717



at Camulos reporting that he is now back in Los Angeles and that

he saw J. L. Brent [Joseph Lancaster Brent] in Baltimore. 1p. In

Spanish. June 8, 1868 A.3580-1539


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle regarding a

payment made on his account and expressing the hope that by the

23rd the Green Back business will be finished. 1p. In English. June 13, 1868 A.3580-1579

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 457 Bill of lading for barrels carried aboard the ship Perkins

Bill of lading for a number of empty barrels carried aboard the ship

Perkins from San Francisco to San Buenaventura at the order of

Ygnacio del Valle and signed for by Sanjurjo Argues Pujol. 1p. In

Spanish. June 23, 1868 A.3580-771





Record of the birth of 3 of Higinio's sons and the marriage of Bibiana and

Juan Cancio

Record of the birth of three sons of Higinio and the marriage of

Bibiana with Juan Cancio on August 4, 1868. Undated and

unsigned. 1p. In Spanish. August 4, 1868 A.3580-2025



Camulos speaking of the sale of the rancho, of business dealings

with Jose Ygnacio del Valle and Ygnacio Garcia, and of his

daughter Blanca. 3pp. In Spanish. August 8, 1868 A.3580-1565


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin in Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle

stating that Mr. Joy paid them $3,000 on his (del Valle's) account.

1p. In English. August 14, 1868 A.3580-1577



urging him to be in Los Angeles to give testimony in a trial over an

inheritance. Also give details of the death his little son who died as

a result of burns suffered when the boy's nightgown caught fire

from a candle. 2pp. Span. August 18, 1868 A.3580-1570


Complaint filed by Robert H. Gratz against the heirs of Rancho San

Francisco

Complaint filed by Robert H. Gratz against the heirs of Rancho San

Francisco in Santa Barbara County for a partition of the property

pursuant to the sale of a portion of the ranch. 9pp. In English. September 1, 1868 A.3580-1615

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 463 Grand Jury summons for Ygnacio del Valle

Summons issued to Ygnacio del Valle to serve on the Grand Jury

of Santa Barbara County signed by Arza Porter, Sheriff and J. D.

Bartlett, Deputy Sheriff. 1p. In English. Printed form with

handwriting. September 7, 1868 A.3580-665



concerning the opening of Yndart's new store about November 10

and his desire to obtain some of the best wine from Camulos. He

also informs del Valle of the new Federal law on all distilleries,

large or small. 2pp. Span. September 20, 1868 A.3580-1532


Receipt for Reginaldo del Valle's tuition at the college of St. Vincente de

Paula

Receipt for $125.00 paid for tuition of Reginaldo del Valle at the

College of San Vincinte de Paula, Los Angeles, signed by Jaime

More. 1p. In Spanish. September 24, 1868 A.3580-716



referring to the Enclosure of a bill for articles ordered by del Valle

and to a loan which they have made to Keller and Hansen of

$1400 for 4 months and 1¼ % per month. 1p. Eng. October 6, 1868 A.3580-1552

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 467 Electoral ticket for presidential electors for Grant and Colfax

Electoral Ticket for presidential electors for Grant and Colfax and

for a member of Congress, F. M. Pixley. 1p. In English. Printed. November 1868 A.3580-465 H

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 468 Regular Democratic ticket for Santa Barbara County

Regular Democratic Ticket for Santa Barbara County showing

Ignacio del Valle as a candidate for Judge of the First Judicial

District. 1p. In English. Printed. November 1868 A.3580-465 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 469 Leather bound account book of purchases from Polasky & Goodwin

Leather bound account book covering the purchases of Ygnacio

del Valle from Polasky &* Goodwin from February 1868 through

July 1871; acknowledged as paid by note and mortgage dated July

7, 1871 (see item 1656 below) due July 7, 1873. Account book

contains approximately 50 pages. Eng. 1868 1873 A.3580-324 D



Camulos reporting that he has received 800 pesos which,

according to Sr. Temple, is the residue owed to del Valle. Also

conveys family greetings. 1p. In Spanish. April 7, 1869 A.3580-1573

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 471 Receipt from C. Ducommun

Invoice receipted by C. [Charles Louis] Ducommun for

merchandise purchased by Ygnacio dl Valle including a French Bell

for $20.00, 24 pounds of nails for $6.00, etc. 1p. In Spanish. May 10, 1869 A.3580-773

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 472 Receipt from Polasky & Goodwin signed by A. Sabory

Invoice receipted by A. Sabory for merchandise purchased by

Ygnacio del Valle from Polasky & Goodwin including 27 barrels, 1

machine, 1 press, 6 baskets, etc. 1p. In English. May 10, 1869 A.3580-772



at Camulos concerning business matters, medicines shipped to the

ranch, trouble with vaqueros over a horse herd at Wilmington, and

news that Goller, the wagon-maker, would have the carriage for

Doña Ysabelita ready when del Valle and his wife came to the city.

1p. Eng. June 15, 1869 A.3580-1581


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle concerning a

debt for $100 owed to del Valle by the bearer of the note and

requesting that he help the man out until crops could be harvested

and sold and the money paid back. 1p. Span. July 6, 1869 A.3580-1574





Invoice for a sewing machine bought from Grover & Baker Co. by Polasky &

Goodwin

Invoice for a sewing machine purchased by Polasky & Goodwin

from Grover & Baker Co. in San Francisco for $140.00. 1p. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. July 15, 1869 A.3580-774

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 476 Funeral notice of Wm. H. Sparks

Notice of funeral of Wm. H. Sparks of Santa Barbara, California,

sent by Mrs. Sparks. 1p. In English. Printed. August 1, 1869 A.3580-1006



stating that they are sending the photographs from San Francisco.


Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 478 Notice from the Office of the Board of Equalization

Notice from the Office of the Board of Equalization that $222.20

has been added to the assessed valuation of the property, making

the total valuation $2448.20. Presumably the property of Ygnacio

del Valle. 1p. Eng. pfhw. August 19, 1869 A.3580-728

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 479 Invoice from J. Jones & Co.

Invoice for goods purchased by Ygnacio del Valle from J. Jones &

Co. in Los Angeles; items include mainly foodstuffs. 1p. In

Spanish. Printed form with handwriting. August 21, 1869 A.3580-775

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 480 Bulletin from the Democratic Party listing general election candidates

Bulletin of the Democratic Party listing candidates for a general

election on September 1, 1869. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. September 1, 1869 A.3580-465 I

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 481 Letter from Andres Pico to Pio Pico

Letter from Andres Pico at Los Angeles to his brother Pio Pico in

care of Mr. Robinson concerning the letting of contracts for the

construction of the Pico House at the corner of Plaza and Main

Streets in Los Angeles. He also reports that his heath is not good.

2pp. Span. September 7, 1869 A.3580-813



at Camulos concerning an order of wood for 50 barrels of 150

gallons each for the ranch to be obtained at San Francisco. 2pp.

In Spanish. September 14, 1869 A.3580-1567


Receipt for Reginaldo de Valle's room board and tuition at St. Vincent's

College

Receipt for payment by Ygnacio del Valle of board, room and

tuition for Reginaldo del Valle at St. Vincent's College in the

amount of $112.50 plust $13.50 for washing and mending of

articles washed. 1p. In English. Printed. September 19, 1869 A.3580-776

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 484 Invitation to meet Wm. H. Seward with envelope

Invitation to meet Wm. H. Seward at the Bella Union Hotel; issued

by order of the Committee, John G. Downey, Chairman. 1p. In

English. Printed. September 21, 1869 A.3580-2068



informing him that he will take office as Judge in Los Angeles

County on January 1, 1870 (Sepulveda was elected on October 20,

1869). He also mentions having heard from J. Lancaster Brent.

2pp. Span. November 17, 1869 A.3580-1598


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle saying that

staves for wine pipes are at San Buenaventura and that a cattle

buyer is coming to inspect cattle. (Del Valle apparently had 400 to

500 head for sale at #30 a piece) They also state that Jose

Ygnacio del Valle has gone in debt "head over ear" in buying

horses, wagons, mules, etc. 1p. Eng. November 18, 1869 A.3580-1580


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle reporting that

the staves have not yet arrived and that they will pay del Valle's

taxes when they pay theirs. 1p. In English. December 8, 1869 A.3580-1583


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle reporting that

they have paid taxes in the amount of $183.60 December 14, 1869 A.3580-1582

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 489 Receipt for payment on Ygnacio del Valle's account with Polasky & Goodwin

Receipt for the payment of $144.00 upon the account of Ygnacio

del Valle signed by Polasky & Goodwin. 1p. In English. December 17, 1869 A.3580-1610

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 490 Letter from Polasky & Goodman to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle stating that

they have received $144 from Sr. Loreto on his account; they also

state that money is scarce and banks are hesitating to make loans.

2pp. In Spanish. December 26, 1869 A.3580-1564

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 491 Announcement of courses of study, tuition, etc. of St. Vincent's College

Announcement by Rev. James McGill, C. M., President, of courses

of study, tuition and fees, terms, etc. of St. Vincent's College.

English copy. 1p. Printed. ca. 1870 A.3580-481 D

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 492 Announcement of courses of study, tuition, etc. of St. Vincent's College

Announcement by Rev. James McGill, C. M., President, of courses

of study, tuition and fees, terms, etc. of St. Vincent's College.

Spanish copy. 1p. Printed. ca. 1870 A.3580-481 E


Announcement of courses of study, tuition, etc, of the School of the Sisters

of Charity

Announcement by Sister Scholastica Logsdon, Director, of courses

of study, tuition and fees, terms, etc. of the School of the Sisters of

Charity at Los Angeles. Printed in both Spanish and English. 2pp. ca. 1870 A.3580-477 A





Announcement of courses of study, tuition, etc., of the School of the Sisters

of Charity

Second copy of an announcement by Sister Scholastica Logsdon,

Director, of courses of study, tuition and fees, terms, etc. for the

School of the Sisters of Charity at Los Angeles. Printed in both

Spanish and English. 2pp. ca. 1870 A.3580-477 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 495 Prospectus of St. Vincent's College

Prospectus of St. Vincent's College, Los Angeles, California,

printed in both Spanish and English describing courses offered,

terms, fees, etc. 2pp. Printed. ca. 1870 A.3580-481 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 496 Last Will and Testament of Ygnacio del Valle

Last Will and Testament (2 copies) of Ygnacio del Valle by which

he leaves all of his possessions to his wife Doña Ysabel Varela del

Valle. Witnessed by C. A. Thompson, S. F. /cooper, J. M. Norton,

Jose Ygnacio del /valle and /anastacio Rubio. 6pp. Span. January 1, 1870 A.3580-1928 A-B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 497 Portion of Ygnacio del Valle's last will and testament

Portion of the Last Will and Testament of Ygnacio del Valle in his

own handwriting, This item is similar to items 1928a,b, but this one

is undated and unsigned. 2pp. In Spanish. January 1, 1870 A.3580-1611

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 498 Letter from Sister Scholastica to Dona Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Sister Scholastica at Los Angeles to Dona Ysabel del

Valle asking her to send over some little trees to be planted in the

school gardens of the Sisters of Charity School. 2pp. In Spanish. January 26, 1870 A.3580-814

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 499 Account statement from Workman & Bros.

Statement of account of Ygnacio del Valle with Workman & Bros.

of Los Angeles during the year of 1869 covering the purchase of

such items as harnesses, saddles, whips, stirrup, etc. 1p. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. April 18, 1870 A.3580-777

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 500 Invoice from J. Jones & Co.

Invoice covering items purchased by Ygnacio del Valle from J.

Jones & Co. of Los Angeles; mainly foodstuffs. 1p. In Spanish.

Printed form with handwriting. May 2, 1870 A.3580-1665



Camulos acknowledging receipt of wine buy complaining of the

sweet quality. He states that it will need years of aging before it

can be sold. Some pencil notes and an "evaluation" of A. V.

Adams are listed on the inside pages. 3pp. Span. May 12, 1870 A.3580-1907

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 502 Programme for the Fifth Annual Commencement at St. Vincent's College

Programme for the Fifth Annual Commencement at St. Vincent's

College at which Reginaldo del Valle delivered the Valedictory in

Spanish and O. G. Du Py in English. 1p. In English. Printed. ca. June 1870 A.3580-481 A


Ticket to the Fifth Annual commencement at St. Vincent's College with

envelope

Ticket to Fifth Annual Commencement at St. Vincent's College sent

to Ygnacio del Valle and family. 1p. In English. Printed. With

envelope. June 15, 1870 A.3580-481, 481 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 006 Folder 504 Receipt from Edwards & Grimes

Receipt for $18 paid by Ygnacio del Valle to Edwards & Grimes of

San Buenaventura for stoves. 1p. In English. Printed form with

handwriting. July 11, 1870 A.3580-782

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 505 Sheet of wine labels

Sheet of labels for wine from Camulos (white with gold lettering) as

bottled by U. Yndart at Santa Barbara. 8 labels on a 8 + x 11"

sheet. [Sheet folded in half.] ca. 1871 A.3580-483


Letter from Ulpiano Ybdart at Santa Barbara to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning $10, 000 which a certain Gaspar will loan to del Valle at

an interest rate of 1 ¼ % per month; also a long discussion of the

quality of wines and brandy. 4pp. Span. February 6, 1871 A.3580-1930

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 507 Receipt from H. Newmark & Co.

Receipt for $192.00 signed by H. Newmark acknowledging

payment in full by Ygnacio del Valle of his account. 1p. In English.

Printed form with handwriting. February 18, 1871 A.3580-719


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin by Ygnacio Garcia to Ygnacio del

Valle at Camulos concerning business matters and the weather;

postscript reporting the arrival of a brother-in-law of del Valle's from

Mexico. 2pp. In Spanish. February 25, 1871 A.3580-1641

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 509 Letter from Louis Polasky to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Luis Polasky at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle at

Camulos stating that he has just arrived from San Francisco in the

company of Antonio Coronel. 1p. In Spanish. March 14, 1871 A.3580-1642


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle regarding

shipment of hoop iron 1 1/2" wide instead of 1 3/4" as ordered; that

none of the latter is to be had, nor any rain -- only wind. 2p. In

English. April 11, 1871 A.3580-1643

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 511 Receipt from Goodall & Nelson

Receipt for freight charge paid by Ygnacio del Valle to Goodall &

Nelson. 1p. In English. Printed form with handwritng. May 5, 1871 A.3580-778






regarding the sale of cattle and the location of Mr. McGunzendorfe

[McGunzendafe or McGunzendofe?]. 2pp. In English. May 12, 1871 A.3580-1644

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 513 Merced Theatre ticket for a complimentary benefit

Merced Theatre ticket for a Complimentary Benefit tendered to

Miss Maggie More. Admission $1.00. 1p. In English. Printed. June 8, 1871 A.3580-994


$15,000 mortgage on Rancho San Franciso and del Valle's L. A. property on

the Plaza

Mortgage in the sum of $15,000 made out by Ygnacio del Valle in

favor of Polasky & Goodwin upon Rancho San Francisco and del

Valle's property in Los Angeles on the Plaza due on July 1, 1873.

4pp. Eng. Pfhw. July 7, 1871 A.3580-1656

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 515 Promissory note signed by Ygnacio del Valle

Promissory note secured by the mortgage on Rancho San

Francisco (see item 1656) in the sum of $15,000 signed by

Ygnacio del Valle and witnessed by J. H. Landers. 1p. In English. July 7, 1871 A.3580-1689



concerning various aspects of the wine-making business such as

shipping, prices, quality, bottling, etc. 4pp. In Spanish. July 10, 1871 A.3580-1909

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 517 Notice that A.G. Anderson has given his rancho to Antonio Barrella

Notice by A. G. Anderson that he has placed his rancho together

with everything on it in the possession of Antonio Barrella. 1p. In

English September 27, 1871 A.3580-1671

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 518 Funeral notice of Don Abel Stearns

Notice of funeral of Don Abel Stearns sent by his wife Doña

Arcadia Bandini de Stearns, in-laws J. B. Winston, C. R. Johnson

and P. C. Carillo, and several friends including Alfredo Robinson,

Pio and Andres Pico, Agustin Olvera, Felipe Lugo and Chas. H.

Forbes. 1p. Span. Prin. October 27, 1871 A.3580-571

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 519 Election tickets for senator, state assembly, and sheriff

Two copies of an election ticket on which Asa Ellis is listed for

State Senator; W. H. Workman and J. W. Venable, Assembly;

Wm. R. Rowland for Sheriff, etc. 1p. In English. Printed. ca. November 1871 A.3580-465 E, M



concerning payment of a fee. 1p. In Spanish. November 23, 1871 A.3580-1664


Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ygnacio del Valle concerning

business matters and dealings with Polasky & Goodwin. 2pp. In


Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 522 Last Will and Testament of Ysabel del Valle

Last Will and Testament of Ysabel del Valle by which she leaves all

of her property to her husband Ygnacio del Valle. Witnessed by

Ygnacio del Valle, Juventino del Valle and J. W. Horton. 3pp. In


Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 523 Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to "Mi aprecido compadre"

Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to "Mi apreciado compadre" (the

godfather of his children, presumably Ygnacio del Valle) regarding

the shipment of 400 gallons of wine and 20 gallons of cognac.

3pp. In Spanish. January 30, 1872 A.3580-1933

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 524 Letter from Thomas R. Bard to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter From Thomas R. Bard at San Buenaventura to Ygnacio del

Valle at Camulos advising him that he may lease the tract of land

previously leased to him for one year at $775.00 for one year

longer. 1p. In English. February 1, 1872 A.3580-1668

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 525 Invoice from Leon Cerf

Invoice covering oil, candles and tea purchased from Leon Cerf in

San Buenaventura by Ygnacio del Valle. Payment made by

Polasky & Goodwin. 1p. In English. Printed. February 2, 1872 A.3580-779



concerning the above wagon parts and other business matters.

1p. In English. February 25, 1872 A.3580-1645

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 527 Invoice from L. Lichtenberger

Invoice covering axles, bolts and other wagon accessories

purchased from L. Lichtenberger in Los Angeles by Ygnacio del

Valle. Payment made by Polasky & Goodwin. 1p. In English.

Printed. February 28, 1872 A.3580-780

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 528 Agreement for Ygnacio del Valle to lease part of Rancho San Francisco

Agreement whereby the Philadelphia Oil Company through its

attorney Thomas R. Bard leases to Ygnacio del Balle for the term

of one year at a rental of $775 a portion of Rancho San Francisco

containing 14,5000 acres. 2pp. Eng. Pfhw. March 7, 1872 A.3580-1009 G

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 529 Bill of fare from celebration at Santa Clara College

Bill of Fare served at a dinner at Santa Clara College

commemorating the birthday of President A. Vars, S. J. of Santa

Clara College. See item 0482a. 1p. In English. Printed. March 9, 1872 A.3580-482 B


Programme for birthday celebration of President A. Varsi, S. J. of Santa

Clara College

Programme of Exercises celebrating the birthday of President A.

Vars, S. J. of Santa Clara College in which Reginaldo del Valle

participated. 2pp. In English. Printed. March 9, 1872 A.3580-482 A




Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 531 Santa Clara College Dramatic Society program from the Merchant of Venice

Program from the production of the Merchant of Venice by the

Santa Clara College Dramatic Society with music provided by the

College Brass Band. 1p. In English. Printed. April 10, 1872 A.3580-482 C



concerning business and family affairs. 4pp. In Spanish. July 3, 1872 A.3580-1634 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 533 Santa Clara College academic catalogue for 1871-1872

Catalogue of Santa Clara College for the Academic year of 1871-2

issued prior to the opening of the session beginning August 5,

1872 giving the courses of study, special instructions, and a list of

distinguished a students of the previous session. 38pp. Eng. Prin. August 8, 1872 A.3580-330


Letter from a member of the firm of Polasky & Goodwin to Mr. A.

Harpending

Letter from a member of the firm of Polasky & Goodwin at Los

Angeles to Mr. A. Harpending regarding legal difficulties relative to

the non-settlement of a contract covering a certain tract of land.

The writer states that "while it may be legal and correct, it looks to

me like sharp practice." 2pp. Eng. September 21, 1872 A.3580-1646


Letter from U. Yndart at Santa Barbara to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning business affairs and informing del Valle that one of the

barrels of wine he had sent turned to vinegar, etc. 3pp. In Spanish. October 22, 1872 A.3580-1634 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 536 Letter from Reginaldo del Valle to his mother

Letter from Reginaldo del Valle at Santa Clara College to his

mother regarding the birth of his new baby brother, sports at

school, weather, etc. 3pp. In Spanish. October 23, 1872 A.3580-1675

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 537 Letter from Mrs. John G. Downey to Sra. Del Valle

Letter from Mrs. John G. Downey to Sra. Del Valle asking her to be

the godmother of some little children. 2pp. In Spanish. November 8, 1872 A.3580-815


Programme of the Dramatic Entertainment given by Santa Clara College

Dramatic Society

Programme of the "Dramatic Entertainment" given by the Santa

Clara College Dramatic Society for the benefit of the Literary

Society of the College, presenting "Manasses" and a farce "Guttle

and Gulpit". 2pp. In English. Printed. November 13, 1872 A.3580-482 D

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 539 Statement of Reginaldo del Valle's expenses at Santa Clara College

Statement covering expenses of Reginaldo del Balle at Santa

Clara College from August of 1872 to January 5, 1873 in the

amount of $220.00 and paid by Ygnacio del Valle. 1p. In English.

Printed form with handwriting. January 30, 1873 A.3580-781

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 540 Funeral notice for Tomasa Pico de Alvarado

Notice of funeral of Tomasa Pico de Alvarado to be held at the

residence of Don Pio Pico; sent by children Diego Alvarado, Jesus

A. de Sepulveda, Estefana A. de Johnson and brothers and sisters

Concepcion Pico de Carrillo, Maria P. de Ortega, Pio Pico, Ysidora

P. de Foster and Andres Pico. 1p. Span. Prin. February 20, 1873 A.3580-574


Agreement for Ygnacio del Valle to continue leasing part of Rancho San

Francisco

Agreement whereby the Philadelphia Oil Company through its

attorney Thomas R. Bard continues to lease to Ygnacio del Balle a

portion of Rancho San Francisco for the increased rental of

$1050.00 per year. 4pp. Eng. Pfhw. March 7, 1873 A.3580-1009 H


Receipt from A. Harpending for the Rancho Temescal mortgage recording

fee

Receipt for payment of recording fee on the mortgage of Rancho

Temescal from A. Harpending to Ygnacio del Valle in Santa

Barbara County. 1p. In English. March 8, 1873 A.3580-1684

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 543 Letter from Alonso Ridley to Ysabel del Valle, w/envelope

Letter from Alonso Ridley at Vera Cruz to Ysabel del Valle at

Camulos acknowledging receipt of her letter and one from

Guadalupe Ridley and saying that he is sending little gifts of silver

work to the del Valle children. 3pp. Span. With envelope. April 6, 1873 A.3580-816 - 816 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 544 Letter from Alonso Ridley to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Alonso Ridley at Vera Cruz (enclosed with item number

0816 and 0816a) to Guadalupe Ridley, his daughter, sending his

regards from Vera Cruz. 2pp. In Spanish. April 6, 1873 A.3580-816 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 545 Ticket to Grand Concert benefiting the Philhistorian Literary Society

Ticket to Grand Concert benefiting the Philhistorian Literary

Society. Note on back in Reginaldo del Valle's hand asking for

catalogues. Printed form with handwriting. May 13, 1873 A.3580-482

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 546 Newspaper clipping: Santa Clara College Commencement

Newspaper clipping: Santa Clara College Commencement [see

#817 for letter] ca. June 1873 A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 547 Open letter to the editor of the San Francisco Examiner

An open letter to the editor of the San Francisco Examiner

discussing in detail an article published by the "Daily Union" on

February 27, 1873 in regard to the case of John Forster vs. Pio

Pico over title to Rancho Santa Margarita which was followed by an

article printed by the Examiner containing a "most wanton attack

upon the character of John Forster". 6pp. Eng. ca. June 1873 A.3580-670

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 548 Cablegram from Amsterdam to John Forster

Cablegram from Amsterdam to John Forster at London signed

Jaeger referring to the arrival of Ganahl. 1p. In English. Printed. June 6, 1873 A.3580-842

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 549 Cablegram from Amsterdam to John Forster

Cablegram from Amsterdam to John Forster at Longdon signed

Jaeger referring to the arrival of Ganahl. 1p. In English. Printed. June 6, 1873 A.3580-843






enclosing a clipping from "Alta California" covering the exams,

awarding of prizes and dgrees etc. at Santa Clara College.

Compliments Reginaldo on his fine record and prophesies a

brilliant future for him. 1p. Span. June 7, 1873 A.3580-817

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 551 Letter from L. Polaski to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from L. Polaski at Los Angeles, containing a postscript from

Ygnacio Garcia, to Ygnacio del Valle at Camulos regarding minor

business matters and family affairs. 1p. In Spanish. June 12, 1873 A.3580-1647

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 552 Receipt from Marta Abila de Padilla

Receipt signed by Marta Abila de Padilla for $621.50 paid by

Ygnacio del Valle; witnessed by Ygnacio Garcia. 1p. In Spanish. July 2, 1873 A.3580-1672

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 553 List of items delivered to Dona Maria Antonia Yndart

List of items delivered to Dna. Maria Antonia Yndart including

clothing of silk, satin bed clothing and jewelry which may have

been part of the material left in care of Mrs. del Valle for Blanca

Yndart. Uns. 1p. In Spanish. July 7, 1873 A.3580-1670

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 554 Letter from John G. Downey to Professor Carr

Letter from John G. Downey, President, Farmers & Merchants

Bank of Los Angeles, to Professor Carr of the State University

regarding the future of Reginaldo del Valle and expressing the wish

that they assist Reginaldo in arranging for the continuance of his

education. 2pp. Eng. July 21, 1873 A.3580-818


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin at Los Angeles to Ygnaco del Valle

advising him of the shipment by one of the Owens River Teams of

some blankets and shoes to him at Lyons Station; they also report

the approval of his bond covering distilling operations in

September. 2pp. Eng. October 9, 1873 A.3580-1648

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 556 Telegram from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Ygnacio del Valle

Telegram from Ygnacio Sepulveda at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del

Valle announcing his victory in the election for Judge. 1p. In




reporting Sepulveda's election as District Judge by a majority of

1500 votes and also conveying regards to the family. 2pp. In


Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 558 Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Romualdo Pacheco, w/envelope

Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Romualdo Pacheco introducing his

son Reginaldo who is arriving in San Francisco to study law in the

office of Belknap & Winans and requesting Pacheco to assist him if

he were able. 1p. In Spanish. With envelope. October 23, 1873 A.3580-1666

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 559 Letter from Reginaldo F. del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Reginaldo F. del Valle to his father Ygnacio del Valle

reporting his safe arrival in Los Angeles and his intention to leave

on the steamer for San Francisco the following morning; Mr.

Downey had volunteered to give him a letter of introduction to the

firm of Belknap & Winans in San Francisco. 2pp. October 25, 1873 A.3580-1618


Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda in Los Angeles to Ygnaco del Valle

stating that he has given a letter of introduction to Judge Robert

Morrison of San Francisco to Reginaldo whom he feels will benefit

from meeting Judge Morrison. 2pp. Span. October 25, 1873 A.3580-1631



concerning the sum of $144.00 which del Valle owes to the Federal

Agent for the distillation of brandy; also contains family and local

news. 4pp. In Spanish. October 29, 1873 A.3580-1934

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 562 Letter from Einstein & Bernheim to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Einstein & Bernheim at San Buena Ventura to Ygnacio

del Valle at Camulos regarding goods ordered; they purchased the

wool of S. de la Guerra at 10 ½ ¢ per lb; they can offer coffee at

25¢ per lb. which is higher than usual but it sells retail at 33 1/3¢

per lb. and Mr Bernheim is going to San Francisco to buy a winter

stock of clothing. 2pp. Eng. October 30, 1873 A.3580-1657

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 563 Letter from Reginaldo del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Reginaldo del Valle at the Gailhard Hotel, San

Francisco, to Ygnacio del Valle reporting that he has found a

position as a student lawyer in the office of Winans & Belknap but

that it is difficult to find a suitable boarding house; discusses

personal affairs. 4pp. Span. November 1, 1873 A.3580-1673

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 564 Letter from Geo.? W. Young to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Geo? W. Young, Deputy Collector of Internal Revenue,

to Ygnacio del Valle regarding "Form 15" which is to filled out and

signed and which covers distilling activities. 1p. In English. November 3, 1873 A.3580-1008 E




Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 565 Notes on the life of Fr. Francisco de Jesus Sanchez

Some handwritten notes on the life of Fr. Francisco de Jesus

Sanchez who arrived in San Diego in 1841 and who served at the

mission at Santa Barbara from 1849 to 1874. 1p. In Spanish.

Unsigned. ca. 1874 A.3580-980

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 566 Ticket to first Invitation Picnic of Occidental Conclave

Ticket to First Invitation Picnic of Occidental Conclave, No. 5 held

in Oakland given to R. F. del Valle, compliments of Adam Smith

and Chas. Smith. 1p. Printed. April 14, 1874 A.3580-633

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 567 Letter from Mrs. John G. Downey to Dona Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Mrs. John G. Downey at Los Angeles to Dna. Ysabel

del Valle at Camulos concerning health of family and other

personal matters. 3pp. Spanish. May 18, 1874 A.3580-820

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 568 Letter from R.F. del Valle to Winans & Belknap office

Letter from R. F. del Valle from the office of Winans & Belknap in

San Francisco to his father regarding the trouble Ygnacio will have

in disposing of the brandy and wines from Camulos in the larger

liquor stores of the San Francisco through an inability to compete

with prices of imported liquors. He also mentions the capture of

Vasquez, a notorious bandit. 4pp. Span. May 21, 1874 A.3580-1619

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 569 Letter from R.F. del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from R. F. del Valle at San Francisco to his father

concerning personal matters such as money not arriving for room

and board; also says they took Vasquez by steamer to Monterey

where he would be tried and that huge crowds of curious

sightseers thronged to get a look at the bandit and artists came to

make pictures of him. 4pp. Span. May 28, 1874 A.3580-1620



informing him that Mr. Glassell is going to commence del Valle's

suit against Harpending, Peachy, and Shorb on the mortgage and

the note. 1p. In English. June 11, 1874 A.3580-1649



regarding the sale of certain property and inquiries made by Yndart

for the loan of some money to del Valle at 1 1/8 % interest per

month. 3pp. In Spanish. June 25, 1874 A.3580-1935



concerning a birthday present and a loan which del Valle has

managed to secure at a low rate of interest. 2pp. In English. July 2, 1874 A.3580-1936


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle stating that it

will take $15,000 for del Valle to settle his account. 1p. In English. July 9, 1874 A.3580-1655

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 574 Letter from J. Lancaster Brent to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from J. Lancaster Brent at Ashland, Louisiana to Ygnacio del

Valle at Camulos telling of the events of his life during the past 13

years. He describes the operations of his large sugar plantation,

general conditions in the South after the Civil War, difficulties of

travel to California, and many other items of interest. he also

expresses his sadness at no longer being able to write in Spanish

and at the long separation between himself and his California

friends. 12pp. Eng. September 14, 1874 A.3580-819



reporting that Mr. J. de B. Shorb has returned from San Francisco

and that he is prepared to offer $7,500 to settle the Temescal

Claim; he wishes to know if del Valle will accept the sum. 1p. Eng September 17, 1874 A.3580-1650

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 576 Letter from Andres Pico to Pio Pico

Letter from Andres Pico at Los Angeles written by F. V. C. de

Mondran to Pio Pico at San Francisco concerning business

discussed in a previous letter. Postscript from de Mondran. 1p. In

Spanish. September 23, 1874 A.3580-821

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 577 Antonio Maria Varela's cattle brand registration

Registration of cattle brand "S" by Antonio Maria Varela in Los

Angeles County, recorded by J. W. Gillette. 1p. In English. Printed

form with handwriting. September 26, 1874 A.3580-1937


Letter from Polasky & Goodwin to Ygnacio del Valle stating that Mr.

I. W. Hellman of the Farmers & Merchants Bank has been

instructed by the Bank of California to pay $10,000 to del Valle in

settlement of the claim against Harpending, Peachy and Shorb.

1p. Eng. October 19, 1874 A.3580-1688

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 579 Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Polasky & Goodwin

Letter from Ygnacio del Valle at Camulos to Polasky & Goodwin in

answer to item 1688, stating that he is unable to accept the offer

until certain other matters arising from the claim are settled. 2pp.

In Spanish. October 25, 1874 A.3580-1686






concerning a cargo of wine and a request for a formula for

distillation of wine. 2pp. In Spanish. October 30, 1874 A.3580-1938

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 581 Release and satisfaction of judgment signed by Ygnacio del Valle

A release and satisfaction of judgment signed by Ygnacio del Valle

for full payment of the mortgage securing the payment of $10,000

by A. Harpending; release of another mortgage in return for the

payment of $2500 by J. de Barth Shorb and the payment of $2985

by A. C. Peachy. Certified copy of the original. 4pp. Eng. November 13, 1874 A.3580-1690

Row 28 Range 6 Box 007 Folder 582 Letter from Alonzo Ridley to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Alonzo Ridley at Mexico City to Ysabel del Valle

sending greetings for the new year to the family and "kisses" to his

daughter Guadalupe. 1p. In Spanish. December 3, 1874 A.3580-822

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 583 Our Book Circular, published by Louis Lewin

Our Book Circular, published monthly by Louis Lewin, Bookseller,

Newsdealer, and Stationer, Temple Block Spring St., Los Angeles

Ca. Current listing of publishers and their offerings, short columns

on Literary and Trade Items, Foreign Literary Notes, Newspapers

and Periodicals, New School-Books, Music Notes. 8pp. pr. August 1875 A.3580-997


Leather bound account book of purchases from and transactions via

Polasky & Goodwin

Leather-bound account book covering purchases made by Ygnacio

del Valle from Polasky & Goodwin of Los Angeles from July 7,

1871 through August 21, 1875; also listed are many other business

transactions handled by Polasky & Goodwin for del Valle in Los

Angeles. Approx. 62pp. Eng. August 21, 1875 A.3580-324 E

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 585 Ulpiano del Valle's report card from Franciscan College

Report card of Ulpiano del Valle from Franciscan College at Santa

Barbara signed by J. M. Romo, President. 1p. In English. Printed

form with handwriting. October 1, 1875 A.3580-476

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 586 Picture of Sebastian Lerdo de Tejada, candidate for President of Mexico

Picture of Sebastian Lerdo de Tejada, candidate of "La Ley

fundamental" for President of Mexico for the term from 1876 to

1880. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. ca. 1876 A.3580-498

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 587 Notice of assessment for the widening and improving of Alameda Street

Notice of Assessment for the widening and improving of Alameda

Street served on R. del Valle in the amount of $123.13 signed by

M. Kremer, Clerk of the Common Council of the City of Los

Angeles. 2pp. Eng. pfhw. February 8, 1876 A.3580-1680

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 588 Note from Pio Pico to Dona Ysadora Pico de Forster

Note from Pio Pico at Los Angeles to his sister Dna. Ysidora Pico

de Forster asking her to come to the funeral of their brother Andres

Pico and expressing the great sadness which he has experienced

as a result of the loss of his brother. 2pp. Span. March 7, 1876 A.3580-575


Testimony regarding the arbitration between Thomas, Ygnacio, and Jose

Ygnacio del Valle

Testimony regarding the arbitration between Thomas del Valle and

Ygnacio del Valle under a stipulation to settle certain property

rights in dispute; involves a tract of land in Santa Barbara County

and contains the testimony of Tomas del Valle, Jose Ygnacio del

Valle and Ygnacio del Valle. A separate buy attached testimony of

Josefa Rodriquez del Valle, wife of Tomas del Valle is also

included. 22p. Span. March 9, 1876 A.3580-1691-1692


Testimony of Juan Rodriguez concerning arbitration between Tomas and

Ygnacio del Valle

Testimony of Juan Rodriquez in connection with the above

litigation over the property rights of Tomas and Ygnacio del Valle

recalling an incident occurring in December of 1866, which incident

had some bearing on the matter in dispute. 7pp. Span. March 11,1876 A.3580-1683


Letter from Einstein & Bernheim at San Buenaventura to Ygnacio

del Valle regarding the price of wool; they are paying 11 cents per

pound. 1p. In English. April 8, 1876 A.3580-1658

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 592 Draft of a letter to Einstein & Bernheim

Draft of a letter to Einstein & Bernheim dated at Camulos

concerning payment on wool in which del Valle protests payment of

a lower price than the 11ó offered by the firm on April 8. 2pp. In

Spanish. Unsigned. May 3, 1876 A.3580-1659



del Valle saying that they had made no binding offer because del

Valle had not answered their letter of April 8th accepting or refusing

the offer. 2pp. In English. May 4, 1876 A.3580-1660



requesting a bottle of medicine which Maria del Valle makes for a

Mr. G. B. Caswell. 1p. In English. May 11, 1876 A.3580-1651


Letter from Reginaldo del Valle at San Francisco to Ygnacio del

Valle concerning the sale of wool and requesting $40 for

necessities. 1p. In Spanish. May 16, 1876 A.3580-1621





Letter from Reginaldo del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle concerning

personal matters and expressing regret that their friend Polaski is

sick. 2pp. In Spanish. May 23, 1876 A.3580-1622

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 597 Letter from Luis Polaski to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Luis Polaski at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle at

Camulos regarding personal and family matters; says that the

medicine arrived and was used to goo0d advantage by Sra.

Caswell. Postscript added by Ygnacio Garcia sending regards to

the family. 2pp. Span. May 24, 1876 A.3580-1652

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 598 Letter from D. Pujol to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from D. Pujol at Arroyo Seco to Ygnacio del Valle saying that

his crop of wheat will be large and requesting del Valle to send half

a dozen bottles of Mrs. del Valle's cure for dyspepsia by Wells,

Fargo Express. 1p. In Spanish. May 26, 1876 A.3580-1674

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 599 Letter from Josefa R. del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Josefa R. del Valle to her father Ygnacio del Valle from

Escuela de las Hermanas regarding family matters and a proposed

visit by del Valle to the school. 3pp. In Spanish. May 29, 1876 A.3580-1677

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 600 Programme from the Franciscan College

Programme given by the Franciscan College in which Antonio del

Valle gives a recitation, sings a song and plays the piano. 1p. In

English. Printed. May 31, 1876 A.3580-1939

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 601 Letter from Josefa R. del Valle to her mother

Letter from Josefa R. del Valle at the Escuela de las Hermanas

(Sisters School) in Los Angeles to her mother at Camulos

concerning school and family matters. 3pp. In Spanish. June 5, 1876 A.3580-1676

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 602 Letter from George W. Young to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from George W. Young, Collector of Internal Revenue at

Santa Barbara to Ygnacio del Valle requesting the immediate

return of the form covering the amount of brandy sold during May.

1p. In English. June 11, 1876 A.3580-1669

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 603 Letter from R. F. del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from R. F. del Valle at San Francisco to his father Ygnacio

del Valle advising that he will leave San Francisco on the 28th. He

also talks about studies, the weather, etc. 2pp. In Spanish. June 13, 1876 A.3580-1623



concerning his change of residence and personal matters. 2pp. In

Spanish. June 14, 1876 A.3580-1940

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 605 Letter from R. F. del Valle to his father

Letter from R. F. del Valle to his father concerning a note which is

due to Sr. Pujol, that he had been to see Sr. Sanjurjo, and that he

would be leaving on the 28th. 1p. In Spanish. June 23, 1876 A.3580-1624


Letter from Einstein & Bernheim to Ygnacio del Valle politely

requesting payment of his account. 1p. In English. June 27, 1876 A.3580-1661

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 607 Certificate for one share of stock in the Compania Publicista de La Cronica

Certificate for one share of stock in the Compañia Publicista de La

Crónica issued to Reginald F. del Valle for Fifty pesos; signed by

A. F. Coronel, President and Pastor de Célis, Secretary. 1p. Span.

pfhw. October 14, 1876 A.3580-1687


Deed from Ygnacio del Valle granting Josefa Rodriguez land in Santa

Barbara

Deed whereby Ygnacio del Valle grants to Josefa Rodriquez del

Valle a certain piece of land in the City of Santa Barbara, Block No.

192 bounded by Ortega Street, Anacapa Street, Dela Guerra

Street and State Street. 1p. In English. November 13, 1876 A.3580-1679

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 609 Promissory note to A. Packard signed by Ygnacio del Valle

Promissory note for $100 signed by Ygnacio del Valle in favor of A.

Packard for professional services rendered by Packard in the case

of Tomas del Valle vs. Ygnacio del Valle. 1p. In Spanish. November 23, 1876 A.3580-1693

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 610 Biographical sketch of Ygnacio del Valle

Brief [auto?]biographical sketch of Ygnacio Ramon de Jesus del

Valle probably recorded for H. H. Bancroft's Pioneer Index giving

pertinent details of del Valle's life and family. 2 copies. 4pp. In

Spanish. Unsigned. December 7, 1876 A.3580-1639 A


Translation of Ygnacio del Valle's biographical sketch made by A.

Woodward

Translation of the life sketch of Ygnacio del Valle made by A.

Woodward. 3pp. In English. Typescript. December 7, 1876 A.3580-1639 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 612 Letter from Francisco Pico to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Francisco Pico at Los Angeles to Ygnacio del Valle

concerning the payment of 600 pesos in gold to del Valle's account

in partial payment of a debt. 1p. In Spanish. December 27, 1876 A.3580-1654



sending greetings for the new year and other news of family

interest. 2pp. In Spanish. December 30, 1876 A.3580-1628

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 614 Pocket notebook used by Reginaldo del Valle

Pocket pencil notebook used by Reginaldo del Valle in making

various notiations with regard to land claims, letters to be sent and

other business items. Approx. 20pp. In English. ca. 1877 A.3580-326


Unsigned agreement between Apolinaria Lorenzana and Reginaldo del

Valle

Agreement unsigned and undated as to month and day between

Apolinaria Lorenzana of Santa Barbara and Reginaldo del Valle of

San Francisco concerning a rancho known as "Jamacha" in San

Diego County. 3pp. In English. 1877? A.3580-1941






telling of the arrival of a small box from Mexico containing artificial

flowers, that he is sending same to Camulos, that he has had news

of J. L. Brent, etc. 3pp. Span. January 2, 1877 A.3580-1629

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 617 Letter from Daly & Rogers to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Daly & Rodgers, dealers in building materials in San

Buenaventura, to Ygnacio del Valle concerning lumber rates and

interest on unpaid accounts. 1p. In English. January 30, 1877 A.3580-1663


Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda at Santa Barbara regarding

business matters to Ygnacio del Valle; tells of the abatement of an

epidemic; that he expects to leave for Los Angeles soon to open

court, etc. 2pp. In Spanish. January 31, 1877 A.3580-1632


Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda at Santa Barbara to Ygnacio del

Valle thanking him for a clipping which he sent and discussing a

court case to be held in Los Angeles. 2pp. In Spanish. February 2, 1877 A.3580-1633



advising him that they had received $360 from Pico & Co. and had

sent same to Einstein & Bernheim less $2.00 for the exchange.

1p. In English. February 9, 1877 A.3580-1653

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 621 Newspaper clipping: The Daily Union: several foreclosure summons

Newspaper clipping from The Daily Union containing several

Summons issued by the District Court of the 18th District in San

Diego County with regard to foreclosure on certain lands. 2pp. pr,

Eng. February 20, 1877 A.3580-933

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 622 Letter from Reginaldo del Valle to his mother

Letter from Reginaldo del Valle at San Francisco to his mother

concerning the law exams which are coming up. 1p. In Spanish. March 15, 1877 A.3580-823

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 623 Letter from Fr. Jose Romo to Mrs. Del Valle

Letter from Fr. Jose Romo of the Franciscan College to Mrs. del

Valle telling her that he is going to offer prayers on April 9, 10 and

11 for the success of Reginaldo in taking his exams. 1p. In

Spanish. April 4, 1877 A.3580-824

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 624 Letter from John G. Downey to Mrs. Del Valle

Letter from John G. Downey at Los Angeles to Mrs. del Valle

concerning the exams which Reginaldo will take and that he has

written to Chief Justice Wallace asking him to give Reginaldo every

consideration. 3pp. In English. April 5, 1877 A.3580-825

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 625 Letter from Sister Scholastica Logsdon to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Sister Scholastica Logsdon at Los Angeles to Ysabel

del Valle concerning the reopening of school after the

disappearance of a small-pox epidemic and thanking her for the

dollar which she had sent for mass. 2pp. In Spanish. April 6, 1877 A.3580-829

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 626 Telegram from Jose G. Estudillo to Mrs. del Valle

Telegram from Jose G. Estudillo at Sacramento to Mrs. del Valle

informing her that Reginaldo was admitted to the practice of law by

the Supreme Court. 1p. In Spanish. April 10, 1877 A.3580-844


Newspaper clipping of successful applicants examined by the Supreme

Court

Newspaper clipping announcing the successful applicants who

were examined by the Supreme Court for admission to practice.

Among the 33 candidates admitted was Reginaldo del Valle

sponsored by J. P. Hoge and Joseph Winans of San Francisco.

1p. Eng. prin. April 11, 1877 A.3580-848


Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Ygnacio del Valle congratulating

him on Reginaldo's passing of the exams, which news he received

from Jose Estudillo. 3pp. In Spanish April 12, 1877 A.3580-1682

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 629 Letter from Jose Estudillo to Dona Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Jose Estudillo written from the Treasury Department of

the State of California to Dna. Ysabel del Valle saying that he had

just talked to the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court who had said

that Reginaldo was very capable. 1p. Span. April 13, 1877 A.3580-826

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 630 Letter from Ramona S. de Haley to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Ramona S. de Haley at Los Angeles to her cousin

Ysabel del Valle offering her congratulations for Reginaldo's having

been admitted to the bar. 1p. In Spanish. April 17, 1877 A.3580-827

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 631 Letter from Reginaldo del Valle to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Reginaldo del Valle at San Francisco to Ysabel del

Valle discussing the exams and an offer by Mr. Winans to remain

in the office until he has decided where to practice. 2pp. In

Spanish. April 18, 1877 A.3580-828

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 632 Invitation to the wedding of Nathalie du Py and Monsieur Constant Mangin

Invitation to the wedding of Nathalie du Py to Monsieur Constant

Mangin sent by Dr. and M. Gibelin du Py. 1p. In French. Printed. April 28, 1877 A.3580-515

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 633 Letter from Ygnacio Garcia to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Ygnacio Garcia at Los Angeles to Ysabel del Valle

concerning personal matters. 2pp. In Spanish. May 15, 1877 A.3580-830

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 634 Letter from Father Pedro Romo to Reginaldo del Valle

Letter from Father Pedro Romo at the Franciscan College at Santa

Barbara to Reginaldo del Valle at Camulos regarding matters of

business connected with lands. 2pp. In Spanish. July 30, 1877 A.3580-831




Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 635 Pamphlet: The Peanut, published by Badlam & Winans

Pamphlet called The Peanut published weekly by Badlam &

Winans in San Francisco. An "amateur journal" consisting of local

news and advertisements. September 3, 1877 A.3580-858

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 636 Invitation to join the Sociedad Espanola

Invitation to join the Sociedad Espanola, an organization to

preserve the heritage and unity of the Spanish speaking people of

California and to serve as a charitable organization for the needy.

1p. In Spanish. Printed October 25, 1877 A.3580-677


Letter from R. F. del Valle in San Francisco to Ygnacio del Valle

telling of labor troubles, strikes, desertion of the city streets, etc.

the chief objection being against Chinese labor; the militia is on the

alert. 2pp. In Spanish. November 5, 1877 A.3580-1625



del Valle concerning the price of beans and corn. 1p. In English. November 15, 1877 A.3580-1662

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 639 Bill sent to Ygnacio del Valle by Blanchard & Bradley

Bill for grinding wheat for $12.00 sent to Ygnacio del Valle by

Blanchard & Bradley agents for the Santa Paula Flour mills 1p. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. November 29, 1877 A.3580-1667 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 640 Letter from Santa Paula Flour Mills to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Santa Paula Flour Mills to Ygnacio del Valle enclosing a

bill for grinding wheat. 1p. In English. November 29, 1877 A.3580-1667 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 641 License for Traders & Keepers of Livery Stables issued to Ygnacio del Valle

License for Traders and Keepers of Livery Stables issued to

Ygnacio del Valle by S. F. Castin, County Auditor of Ventura

County; license includes the selling of wines and distilled liquors;

rate of $1.00 per month. 1p. Eng. pfhw. December 1, 1877 A.3580-1681

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 642 Invitation to the Sociedad Espanola anniversary dance

Invitation to attend a dance honoring the first anniversary of the

Sociedad Espanola on December 29 at Platt's Hall, San Francisco,

sent by Reginaldo F. del Valle, Andres Mauri and Pedro A. Aguirre.

1p. In Spanish. Printed. December 14, 1877 A.3580-975

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 643 Invitation, ticket, and ribbon for the Sociedad Espanola anniversary dance

Invitation, ticket of admission and ribbon for the above dance

celebrating the first anniversary of the Sociedad Espanola. 2pp. In

Spanish. Printed. December 29, 1877 A.3580-678

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 644 Graphite sketch by Guentor of a mission or church

Sketch of a mission or church in graphite (pencil) with writing "1878

or 1879" drawn by Guentor. 1p. 1878 or 1879 A.3580-1007


Invitation to the wedding and reception of Annie Polaski and Isaac B. L.

Brandt

Invitation to Mr. I. W?. Del Valle & family to attend wedding of

Annie Polaski to Isaac B. L. Brandt. 5 pieces. Hand Written. January 20, 1878 A.3580-1740

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 646 Advertisement for the periodical El Joven

Advertisement for a periodical El Joven to be printed in Spanish

and circulated in California; sent by A. Cuyas, Director. 1p. In

Spanish. Printed. February 14, 1878 A.3580-857

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 647 Biographical sketch of Father Jose Maria Romo de Jesus

Life sketch of Father Jose Marie Romo de Jesus born in the city of

Lagos de Moreno in Jalisco in 1825 giving varius details of his life

in Mexico and California; written at the request of Dna. Ysabel

Varela del Valle. 2pp. In Spanish. May 20, 1878 A.3580-1490


Program of Premium Distribution at the Sister's School commencement

exercises

Program of the Distribution of Premiums at the Sister's School in

Los Angeles at the Commencement exercises. 3pp. In English.

Printed. June 14, 1878 A.3580-477


Exercise program of the Fourth Graduating Class of Los Angeles High

School

Program of the Exercises of the Fourth Graduating Class of Los

Angeles High School held in Turnverein Hall; includes a copy of the

Class Song. 3pp. In English. Printed. June 19, 1878 A.3580-479

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 650 Letter from Fr. Jose Romo de Jesus to Reginaldo del Valle

Letter from Fr. Jose Romo de Jesus at the Franciscan College to

Reginaldo del Valle concerning business negotiations with

Apolinaria Lorenzana. 1p. In Spanish. June 24, 1878 A.3580-832



concerning the distilling of brandy, stills, and permits for Camulos

Ranch. 2pp. In Spanish. August 19, 1878 A.3580-937

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 652 Letter from Reginaldo F. del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from Reginaldo F. del Valle written at his law office at 38

Temple Block, Los Angeles, to Ygnacio del Valle concerning minor

business matters, sale of stock, etc. 1p. In Spanish. August 21, 1878 A.3580-1626



concerning a matter of finance which is difficult to explain; asks

Ygnacio's help in untangling the situation. 2pp. In Spanish. August 26, 1878 A.3580-1635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 654 Invitation to the funeral of Pedro Antonio Avila

Invitation to attend funeral of Pedro Antonio Avila, husband of

Maria Ballesteros de Avila, who died at the age of 56; he was a

cousin of Antonio Ygnacio Sepulveda, Antonio Maria Varela,

Tomas Sanchez and Andronico Sepulveda. 1p. Span. August 31, 1878 A.3580-576





Copy of a letter from L. & J. made by Reginaldo del Valle and sent to

Ygnacio del Valle

Copy of a letter from L. & J. a business firm in Los Angeles, made

by Reginaldo del Valle and sent to Ygnacio del Valle, concerning a

shipment of bad wine, 900 gallons of Oporto, spoiled because the

liquor had been shipped in barrels which had formerly contained

whiskey or other wines. 2pp. Span. September 10, 1878 A.3580-1942 A


Copy of a letter from L. & J. made by Reginaldo del Valle and sent to

Ygnacio del Valle

Copy of a letter from L. & J. a business firm in Los Angeles, made

by Reginaldo del Valle and sent to Ygnacio del Valle, concerning a

shipment of bad wine, 900 gallons of Oporto, spoiled because the

liquor had been shipped in barrels which had formerly contained

whiskey or other wines. With envelope. 2pp. Span. September 12, 1878 A.3580-1942 A-B


Letter from R. F. del Valle to Ygnacio del Valle advising that he

paid Miguel Perez the sum of $50 and discussing other business

matters. 1p. In Spanish. September 25, 1878 A.3580-1627

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 658 Invitation to the funeral of Frederick Alexander McDougall

Invitation to attend funeral of Frederick Alexander McDougall, a

native of Scotland, at the family residence at San Pedro Street.

2p. In English. Printed. November 16, 1878 A.3580-977

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 659 Telegram from Bowls E. Taney to Reginaldo del Valle

Telegram from Bowls E. Taney to Reginaldo del Valle giving a few

of the election returns from Anaheim and containing the question

"How is New York?" 1p. In English. ca. 1879 A.3580-1929

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 660 Letter from J. M. Soto to Ygnacio del Valle

Letter from J. M. Soto, dealer in Real Estate, Grain and Wool,

offering his sympathy to Ygnacio del Valle because of his recent

accident. 1p. In Spanish. May 12, 1879 A.3580-1008

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 661 Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Reginaldo

Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Reginaldo telling him of some

business matters but containing a postscript written by Josefa del

Valle saying that each day her father is getting worse. 1p. In

Spanish. May 17, 1879 A.3580-1637

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 662 Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Reginaldo del Valle

Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Reginaldo concerning business

affairs with Mr. Newhall; also discusses such matters as corks for

wine bottles, shipments, etc. 2pp. In Spanish. July 11, 1879 A.3580-1636

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 663 Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Reginaldo del Valle

Letter from Ygnacio del Valle to Reginaldo about the price of wine,

then selling at 50ó per gallon; that the probable reason for the

olives spoiling was lack of sufficient water and salt. 2pp. In

Spanish. July 26, 1879 A.3580-1638

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 664 Democratic Party election ticket

Election ticket of the Democratic Party in 1879; Hugh J. Glenn for

Governor; Levi Chase, Lt. Gov. R. F. del Valle as Member of

Assembly; Wm. R. Rowland, Sheriff; Ygnacio Sepulveda, Superior

Judge. 1p. In English. Printed. November 1879 A.3580-465 D


First Supervisorial Election Ticket for Regular Farmers and Workingmen's

Party

Election ticket for the Regular Farmers and Workingmen's Party for

the First Supervisorial District in the election of 1879; Wm. F. White

for Governor; W. R. Andrus, Lt. Gov. 1p. In English. Printed. November 1879 A.3580-465 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 666 Republican Party election ticket for the First Supervisor District

[Copy of #465 C] Election ticket of the Republican Party for the

First Supervisor District in 1879; George C. Perkins for Governor;

John Mansfield, Lt. Gov; Romualdo Pacheco, rep. to Congress;

Lewis Wolfskill, County Auditor. 1p. Eng. prin. November, 1879 A.3580-465 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 667 Republican Party election ticket for the First Supervisor District

Election ticket of the Republican Party for the First Supervisor

District in 1879; George C. Perkins for Governor; John Mansfield,

Lt. Gov; Romualdo Pacheco, rep. to Congress; Lewis Wolfskill,

County Auditor. 1p. Eng. prin. November, 1879 A.3580-465 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 668 Assessment list of Ygnacio del Valle's estate

Assessment list of the Estate of Ygnacio del Valle for the year

1880 giving a list of real and personal property contained in the

estate. 2pp. In English. 1880 A.3580-1943

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 669 Card for recording 1880 electoral votes

Program for recording electoral vote of 1880 (W. S. Hancock v.

James A. Garfield) and which has a record of past electoral voting .

Printed. 1880 A.3580-1773

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 670 Holiday Card

Holiday card wtih "Compliments of the Season 1880" written on the

front. Unsigned. 1p. Printed. 1880 A.3580-1898

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 671 Railroad Pass- South Pacific Railroad

Southern Pacific Railroad pass, issued to Ygnacio del Valle in

1880. 1p. In English. Printed. 1880 A.3580-1796

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 672 Letter from D. V. C. de Mondran to Ygnacio Sepulveda

Letter from D. V. C. de Mondran at La Purnte to Ygnacio

Sepulveda asking him to contact Reginaldo del Valle regarding

school rules for the Appointment of school inspector. 1p. In

Spanish.. January 5, 1880 A.3580-1944 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 673 Tentative list of rules for school inspector by D. V. C. Mondran

Tentative list of rules for school inspector drawn up by D. V. C. de

Mondran giving duties, salary, etc. 1p. In Spanish. January 5, 1880 A.3580-1944 B





Petition drawn up by a Citizen's Committee with signatures of prominent

citizens

Petition drawn up by a Citizens Committee of Los Angeles to be

presented to their representative in the assembly regarding

taxation, water laws, corporations, etc. signed by 100 prominent

residents of Los Angeles. 4pp. In English. January 29, 1880 A.3580-1945

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 675 Letter from S. H. Mott to Hon. J. P. West, Hon. Green, and Hon. del Valle

Letter from S. H. Mott, Secretary of the above Committee, to Hon.

J. P. West, Hon. Green, Hon. del Valle at Sacramento enclosing

the resolutions adopted by the Committee and asking them for their

consideration. 2pp. In English. January 31, 1880 A.3580-1955

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 676 Letter from John G. Downey to Reginaldo del Valle

Letter from John G. Downey at Los Angeles to Reginaldo del Valle

in Sacramento regarding a proposed revenue bill, changes in the

State Constitution and the possibility of getting a normal school

established. 3pp. In English. February 22, 1880 A.3580-1946

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 677 Letter from S. H. Mott to R.F. del Valle

Letter from S. H. Mott at Los Angeles to R. F. del Valle in

Sacramento thanking him for his interest in the proposed bill to be

submitted to the Legislature. 2pp. In English. March 20, 1880 A.3580-1948

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 678 Certification concerning land for a State Normal School

Certification by W. W. Robinson, city Clerk of Los Angeles, of a

resolution by the City Council to donate all or part of a 50 acre tract

for the purposes of a State Normal School. 1p. Eng. March 20, 1880 A.3580-1949 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 678 Letter from L.A. School Board to R.F. del Valle

Letter from the Board of Education of the City of Los Angeles to R.

F. del Valle containing a resolution that the Board of Education will

allow the State Normal School the use of such rooms in the High

School Building which will be necessary until a Branch Normal

School can be constructed provided the state will provide $50,000

for the construction of such building. 1p. Eng. March 20, 1880 A.3580-1949 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 678 Letter from W.H. Workman to R. F. del Valle

Letter from W. H. Workman at Los Angeles to R. F. del Valle

stating that he will donate ten acres of land in Boyle Heights for a

Normal School site. 2pp. In Englsh. This item is glued to 1949b

and 1949 c. March 22, 1880 A.3580-1949 A


Certified copy of an L.A. City Counsel to donate land for a State Normal

School

Certified copy of a resolution of the city Council of Los Angeles to

donate ten acres of the fifty-acre tract known as the R. R.

Workshop Tract for the location of a State Normal School. Signed

by W. W. Robinson, Clerk of the Council. 1p. Eng. March 22, 1880 A.3580-1950

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 680 Western Union telegraph from Juventina del Valle to R. F. del Valle

Western Union Telegraph from Juventina del Valle at Newhall, Ca.

to R. F. del Valle, at Sacramento, telling Reginaldo to come home

quickly because his father is very ill. 1pp. In Spanish. March 29, 1880 A.3580-1798

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 681 Letter from Romualdo Pacheco to Reginaldo del Valle

Letter from Romualdo Pacheco from the House of Representatives

in Washington, D.C. to Reginaldo del Valle at Sacramento offering

his sympathy upon receipt of the news of the death of Ygnacio del

Valle. 1p. In Spanish. April 7, 1880 A.3580-833

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 682 Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Ysabel del Valle regarding

several newspaper clippings reporting the death of Ygnacio, which

he has enclosed, and that he has written to Bancroft as he believes

del Valle will probably be immortalized in his book on the History of

California. 1p. Span. April 10, 1880 A.3580-1953 A


Newspaper clippings about the death of Ygnacio del Valle. Part of a letter to

Ysabella del Valle

7 newspaper obituaries on Ygnacio Ramon de Jesus del Valle

(father of Reginaldo) cut and pasted on lined rag paper. In

Spanish and English. April 10, 1880 A.3580-1953 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 008 Folder 684 Letter from Charles Fernald to Ysabel del Valle

Letter of sympathy from Charles Fernald of Santa Barbara to

Ysabel del Valle. 2pp. In English. April 12, 1880 A.3580-1952

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 685 Ventura Superior Court notice concerning Ygnacio del Valle's will

Notice by Superior Court of Ventura, California of the proving of the

will of Ygnacio del Valle and for hearing for the application of

Ysabel del Valle for the issuance to her of Letters testamentary

when and where any person interested may appear and contest

the same. pr. May 28, 1880 A.3580-666

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 686 Semi-annual Report from St. Vincent's College on Ulpiano del Valle

Semi-Annual Report from St. Vincent's College on the studies and

conduct of Ulpiano del Valle; classes include Christian Doctrine,

Arithmetic, Geography, English, Elecution, Spanish and French.

1p. In English. May 31, 1880 A.3580-253

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 687 Letter from John Forster to his son

Letter from John Forster at San Diego to his son assuring him that

the railroad from Needles to San Diego is to become a reality;

discusses various railroad problems. 2pp. In English. October 7, 1880 A.3580-834

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 688 List of articles sent to Ulpiano Yndart

A list of articles sent to Ulpiano Yndart, written in pencil probably by

Ysabel del Valle. 1p. In Spanish. February 20, 1881 A.3580-1956




Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 689 Notice from the Department of Interior, Census Office, to Ysabel del Valle

Notice from the Department of Interior, Census Office, to Ysabel

del Valle to fill out and return an enclosed form concerning

Breweries and Distilleries by May 1. 1p. In English. Printed form

with handwriting. March 19, 1881 A.3580-1957

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 690 Postal card from R.F. del Valle to his mother

Postal Card from R. F. del Valle in Los Angeles to his mother

advising that the wedding of Albert Rimpau and Miss Woodworth

was taking place that day. 1p. In Spanish. April 25, 1881 A.3580-835

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 691 Prayer request for the late Concepcion L. Palomares

Request for prayers for Concepcion L. Palomares who died April

18, 1881 at Pomona; sent by Francisco Palomares and Tomas

Palomares. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. April 25, 1881 A.3580-577

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 692 List of the First Division, presumably at St. Vincent's College

List of the First Division presumably at St. Vincent's College as it

includes the name of Ulpiano del Valle. August 1881 A.3580-983

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 693 Letter from Ulpiano del Valle to his brother

Letter from Ulpiano del Valle at Santa Clara College to his brother

(probably Reginaldo) giving an account of his activities, asking for

some money and sending good wishes. 4pp. In Spanish. November 13, 1881 A.3580-1958

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 694 Menu from the wedding of Gussie and Jacques Blum, printed on satin

Menu printed on white satin which was used at the wedding feast

given by Isador Polanski in 1881 for his sister Gussie and Jacques

Blum. In English and French. December 27, 1881 A.3580-170

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 695 Funeral Notice of Claudina Rimpau

Funeral notice reporting the death of Claudina Rimpau, age 21,

sent by her parents Mr. and Mrs. Theo. Rimpau at Anaheim. 1p. In

English. Printed. January 18, 1882 A.3580-578

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 696 Popular song sent to Miss Guadalupe Soto from Mary C. Cruz Real

Popular song sent to Miss Guadalupe Soto, Chino Ranch, San

Bernardino Co., from Mary C. Cruz Real. 2pp. In Spanish. March 3, 1882 A.3580-484 B


Deed for Main St. property, L. A., from Ephraim and Aranstina Greenbaum

to John F. Holdbrook et. al.

Deed to property on Main Street in Los Angeles from Ephraim

Greenbaum and Aranstina Greenbaum to John F. Holdbrook,

Cyrus Willard, et. al. 4pp. In English. Printed form with handwriting. March 31, 1882 A.3580-1959


Deed to property near Franklin St. from Henry and Ina Peterson to Leslie F.

Gay

Deed to property near Franklin Street in Los Angeles from Henry F.

Peterson and Ina L. Peterson, residents of Oakland, to Leslie F.

Gay of Los Angeles in consideration of the sum of $2500. 4pp.

Eng. pfhw. April 15, 1882 A.3580-1960

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 699 Program of the second annual reunion of Santa Clara College Alumni

Program of the second annual reunion of the Alumni of Santa

Clara College featuring an address by R. F. del Valle on "The

American Citizen." 3pp. In English printed. May 11, 1882 A.3580-482

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 700 Program to the 31st annual commencement, Santa Clara College

Program of 31st annual commencement, Santa Clara College.

Printed. June 5, 1882 A.3580-1748

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 701 Letter from Ulpiano Yndart to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Ulpiano Yndart at Santa Barbara to Ysabel del Valle

concerning his election as County Treasurer and asking her

support. 2pp. In Spanish. October 3, 1882 A.3580-836


Decree of Final Settlement and Distribution concerning Agnes Peterson's

estate

Decree of Final Settlement and Distribution in the Estate of Agnes

Peterson including the distribution of property located on Franklin

St. in Los Angeles to Henry B. Peterson and Ina L. Peterson. (see

item number 1960) 5pp. In English. December 8, 1882 A.3580-1961


Deed to property in the City of Los Angeles from Leslie F. Gay to Andrew

Glassell

Deed to property in the City of Los Angeles from Leslie F. Gay to

Andrew Glassell in consideration of the sum of $4500.00. 4pp. In

English. December 8, 1882 A.3580-1962


Deed to property on First Street from R. M. and J. P. Widney to John F.

Forster

Deed to property on First Street between Main and Spring Streets

from R. M. Widney and J. P. Widney to John F. Forster for the sum

of $9,450.00. 4pp. In English. Printed form with handwriting. January 8, 1883 A.3580-1963

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 705 Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Ysabel del Valle enclosing a

rosary which he obtained at the Sanctuary of Guadalupe and which

is 210 years of age. 1p. Span. (Rosary beads are of wood except

for a large blue glass bead at bottom). January 17, 1883 A.3580-1964


Telegram sent by C. J. Prudhomme to Ysabel del Valle c/o Judge Ygnacio

Sepulveda

Telegram sent by C. J. Prudhomme at Mojave, Calif. to Ysabel del

Valle in care of Judge Ygnacio Sepulveda saying "Josefita answers

that they arrived safely". 1p. In Spanish. January 20, 1883 A.3580-1965

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 707 Agreement between Louis Lichtenberger and J. F. Forster

Agreement between Louis Lichtenberger and J. F. Forster for the

erection of a wall dividing two adjoining lots owned by the parties

on First Street between Main and Spring. 4pp. In English. February 10, 1883 A.3580-1966

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 708 Program of the play "The City" given by Leonard Grover's Comedy Co.

Program of a play "The City" given by Leonard Grover's Comedy

Co. in Los Angeles. 1p. In English. Printed. February 26, 1883 A.3580-985

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 709 Deed to property on Franklin St. from Andrew Glassell to John F. Forster

Deed to property on Franklin Street in Los Angeles from Andrew

Glassell to John F. Forster in consideration of the sum of

$6,750.00. 4pp. In English. Printed form with handwriting. July 2, 1883 A.3580-1967




Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 710 Receipt for $100 paid by T. E. Rowan on the Greenbaum lot

Receipt for $100.00 paid by T. E. Rowan, agent for John F.

Forster, on the Greenbaum lot, signed by M. L. Wicks. 1p. In

English. July 13, 1883 A.3580-1968


Opinion on Eagle Armory & Building Association's abstract of title to the

Greenbaum property

Opinion on the abstract of title made by the Eagle Armory and

Building Association to the Greenbaum property for John F. Forster

given by Glassell, Smith and Palton, Attorneys at Law. 3pp. In

English July 24, 1883 A.3580-1969

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 712 Dance program for a ball given by Ora N. Kent

Dance program for a ball given by Ora N. Kent previous to the

opening of his new store in Newhall. 4pp. Printed. September 10, 1883 A.3580-621

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 713 Notice of payment due to B. F. French, contractor, by John F. Forster

Notice to John F. Forster by B. F. French, Contractor for his

building on First Street, that the sum of $2200.00 is due on the

contract. 1p. In English. Printed form with handwriting. October 6, 1883 A.3580-1970

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 714 Dance program for a dance given by Los Angeles Lodge of A.O.U.W.

Dance Card for dance given by the Los Angeles Lodge of

A.O.U.W. probably belonging to Josefa del Valle. 1p. Printed. December 7, 1883 A.3580-622

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 715 Notice of payment due to B. F. French, contractor, by John Forster

Notice to John Forster by B. F. French that the sum of $2781.94 is

due on the contract; receipt for the amount in full signed by Benj.

Mott & Co. on Dec. 12, 1883 on the reverse side. 1p. In English. December 8, 1883 A.3580-1971


Deed to property on Main St., Los Angeles, from Samuel C. Brown to John

F. Forster

Deed to property on Main Street in Los Angeles from Samuel C.

Brown to John F. Forster for the sum of $4,000.00. 4pp. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. December 12 1883 A.3580-1972

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 717 Survey of Rancho Temascal made by Wm. P. Reynolds

Survey of Rancho Temascal made by Wm. P. Reynolds (pencil

sketch) 1p. December 18, 1883 A.3580-1974

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 718 Lease and Agreement between John Forster and N. A. Covarrubias

Lease and Agreement between John Forster and N. A.

Covarrubias for the lease of a livery stable to Covarrubias on First

Street, between Spring and Main Streets. 5pp. In English. December 19, 1883 A.3580-1973

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 719 Dance program for the Grand Military Ball given by the Eagle Corps.

Dance program for the Grand Military Ball given by the members of

the Eagle Corps. upon the opening of the new armory. 4pp. In

English. Printed. December 24, 1883 A.3580-623

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 720 Dance program for the "Degree of Honor Social" Dance program of the "Degree of Honor Social". 4pp. Printed. December 25, 1883 A.3580-627

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 721 Political Pamphlet- "Grover Cleveland: The Open Record of an Honest Man"

A newsprint pamphlet titled "Grover Cleveland: The Open Record

of an Honest Man". Contains the Democratic National Platform.

Fragile, Taped together. 40pp. In English. Printed. 1884 A.3580-329

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 722 Program for dance given by the Young Ladies of Los Angeles

Program for dance given by the Young Ladies of Los Angeles at

Nadeau Hall. 4pp. Printed. February 13, 1884 A.3580-624

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 723 Dance program for the Ancient Order of Hibernians annual ball

Program for annual ball of the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Los

Angeles. 4pp. Printed. March 17, 1884 A.3580-625

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 724 Invitation to the wedding of Miss Chonita Palomares to Edward G. Avila

Invitation to the wedding of Miss Chonita Palomares to Edward G.

Avila. Printed April 11, 1884 A.3580-1735

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 725 Trust deed given by A. F. MacKay to John F. Forster

Trust Deed given by A. F. MacKay to John F. Forster for the sum of

$8,000.00; Thomas Mott and J. R. Tobersman as sureties. 2pp. In

English. May 25, 1884 A.3580-1975

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 726 Letter from Josefa R. del Valle to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Josefa R. del Valle to her mother Ysabel del Valle

telling of her safe arrival at the home of Dona Ramona and giving

family news. 4pp. In Spanish. June 5, 1884 A.3580-1976

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 727 Letter from J. R. del Valle to her mother

Letter from J. R. del Valle at Camulos to her mother concerning

family affairs, Reginaldo's election to Congress, etc. 4pp. In

Spanish. June 14, 1884 A.3580-1977

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 728 Prospectus and commencement Exercises of St. Catherine's Academy

Prospectus and Commencement Exercises of St. Catherine's

Academy at San Bernardino at which Ysabel del Valle played

several musical numbers. 8pp. In English. Printed. June 28, 1884 A.3580-480

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 729 Popular songs and a poem by Santiago (James) del Valle

Popular songs and poem by Santiago (James) Del Valle. 2pp. In

Spanish and English. July 5, 1884 A.3580-484

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 730 Letter written on behalf of the Democracy of Tulare County to R. F. del Valle

Letter written from the Sheriff's Office of Tulare County on behalf of

the Democracy of Tulare County to R. F. del Valle asking him to

address the Cleveland and Hendricks Club of Visalia. 2pp. In

English. July 13, 1884 A.3580-837


Flyer requesting funds for the restoration of the Old Mission Church of San

Carlos

Flyer requesting organization in order to collect funds for the

restoration of the Old Mission Church of San Carlos, Carmelo

Valley on the centennial of Padre Junipero Serra. Printed. August 24, 1884 A.3580-997


Flyer requesting funds for the restoration of the Old Mission Church of San

Carlos

Handbill advertising the Centennial of Padre Junipero Serra and

restoration of the Old Mission Church of San Carlos; donations are

solicitated for the completion of the church by August 28, 1884, the

hundredth anniversary of Serra's death. 1p. Eng. prin. 2 copies. August 28, 1884 A.3580-496




Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 733 Pamphlet: "No se Puede Fiar del Partido Republicano"

Copy of the pamplet "No se Puede Fiar del Partido Republicano en

las Actuales Circunstancias" written by Francisco H. Howard.

Discourse detailing the mistakes and problems of the Republican

Party from 1869 to 1884. October 13, 1884 A.3580-987


Political pamphlet giving "The Open Record of an Honest Man", Grover

Cleveland

Political pamphlet giving "The Open Record of an Honest Man"

Grover Cleveland; 38pp. In English. Printed. November 1884 A.3580-940

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 735 Regular Democratic ticket of the Fourth Supervisor District

Regular Democratic Ticket of the Fourth Supervisor District

including the name of R. F. del Valle, Member of Congress, and

the name of J. R. del Valle, written in for Constable. 1p. In English.

Printed. November 1884 A.3580-465


Statement of work done for John F. Forster on the Forster block, L. A.,

w/balance due

Statement of work done for John F. Forster on the Forster Block in

Los Angeles for a total sum of $19,185.25 of which there is a

balance due of $4,675.25; receipt of payment in full signed by A. F.

Mackay. 1p. In English. November 21, 1884 A.3580-1978

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 737 Announcement of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Sostenes Sepulveda

Announcement of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Sostenes

Sepulveda in Monterey, California. 1p. In English. Printed. November 26, 1884 A.3580-516

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 738 Marriage announcement of Mercedes Coronel and Orray W. Longden

Marriage announcement of Mercedes Coronel and Orray W.

Longden. pr. 2p. In English. February 11, 1885 A.3580-516 1/2

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 739 Invitation to the wedding of Mary Livingston Wyatt and Henry G. Newhall

Invitation to wedding of Mary Livingston Wyatt and Henry G.

Newhall in San Francisco. 2 copies. In English. Printed. April 15, 1885 A.3580-517

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 740 Bill of sale for merchandise sold to John F. Forster by G. W. Lancaster

Bill of sale for some windows and flooring sold to John F. Forster

by G. W. Lancaster. 1p. In English. Handwritten April 20, 1885 A.3580-1980

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 741 Bill from Hotel del Monte to Mr. J. F. Forster and wife

Hotel bill from Hotel del Monte in Monterey to MR. J. G. Forster &

Wife; 4 days with meals $25.75. 1p. In English. Printed form with

handwriting. October 5, 1885 A.3580-681

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 742 Bill from the Walker House to J. F. Forster and wife

Hotel bill from the Walker House in Salt Lake City to J. F. Forster &

Wife; $5.00. 1p. In English. Printed form with handwriting. October 10,1885 A.3580-682

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 743 Sunday dinner menu from The Palmer Hotel

Menu from The Palmer Hotel in Chicago for Sunday dinner.

Decorated. 1p. In English. Printed. October 18, 1885 A.3580-628

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 744 Bill from Keefer's Grand Central Hotel to J. F. Forster

Bill from Keefer's Grand Central Hotel in New York to J. F. Forster;

1 week room, board and misc.; $76.34. 1p. In English. Printed

form with handwriting. October 28, 1885 A.3580-683

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 745 Bill from Keefer's Grand Central Hotel to J. F. Forster and wife

Bill from Keefer's Grand Central Hotel to J. F. Forster & Wife in the

amount of $127.59 (includes previous bill for $76.34). 1p. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. November 2, 1885 A.3580-684

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 746 Bill from the New Hotel Lafayette to J. F. Forster and wife

Bill in the form of a card from the Hotel Lafayete in Philadelphia to

J. F. Forster & Wife; $7.00. 1p. In English. Printed form with

handwriting. November 3, 1885 A.3580-685

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 747 Bill from The Arlington Hotel to J. F. Forster

Bill from The Arlington Hotel in Washington, D.C. to J. F. Forster;

total for 4 days $47.50. 1p. In English. Printed form with

handwriting. November 7, 1885 A.3580-686

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 748 Christmas card to "mi queridita Ascension" signed Alice F. Farrell

"A mi queridita Ascension, wishing her many happy ___(?) of this

happy Christmas of 1886". Signed Alice F. Farrell. On reverse:

Printed illustration of winter and spring. 1p. Lang Hw. 1886 A.3580-1466


Deed to property in Johnson Tract, L. A., from William J. Handy to John F.

Forster

Deed to property in the Johnson Tract in Los Angeles from William

J. Handy to John F. Forster for the sum of $3,300.00. 4pp. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. January 13, 1886 A.3580-1981

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 750 Letter from A. M. Lawrence to R. F. del Valle

Letter from A. M. Lawrence, Secretary of the Los Angeles Board of

Trade, to R. F. del Valle, State Senator, enclosing an important

resolution to be submitted to Governor Stoneman. 2pp. January 26, 1886 A.3580-1982

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 751 Quit Claim Deed from Andrew Glassell to John F. Forster

Quit Claim Deed from Andrew Glassell to John F. Forster on a

piece of property on Fort Street in Los Angeles. 2pp. In English. June 17, 1886 A.3580-1984

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 752 Mortgage by Hubert Nadeau on a Franklin St. property

Mortgage by Hubert Nadeau, mortgageor to John F. Forster,

mortgagee on a piece of property on Franklin Street in the amount

of 47,250.00. 4pp. In English. Printed form with handwriting. June 19, 1886 A.3580-1985


Deed to portion of Rancho La Puente from Andrew P. Monroe to John F.

Forster

Deed to a portion of Rancho La Puente from Andrew P. Monroe to

John F. Forster. 4pp. In English. June 21, 1886 A.3580-1986


Memorandum of Agreement between Andrew P. Monroe and John F.

Forster

Memorandum o Agreement between Andrew P. Monroe and John

F. Forster regarding the sale of a cerain piece of land. 1p. In

English. June 21, 1886 A.3580-1987

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 755 Payment receipt from Wm. R. Rowland

Receipt of payment of $2501.65 from Wm. R. Rowland for half-

interest in a tract of land. Signed by John F. Forster; witnessed by

R. F. del Valle. 1p. In English. June 21, 1886 A.3580-1988




Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 756 Dance program to the Grand Opening Ball of the Nadeau House, w/pencil

Dance program for the Grand Opening Ball of the Nadeau House;

R. F. del Valle member of the Floor Committee. 4pp. In English.

Printed. July 5, 1886 A.3580-627 1/2

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 757 Funeral Notice of Major J. F. Guirado

Notice of the funeral of Major J. F. Guirado Los Angeles. 1p. In

English. Printed. July 16, 1886 A.3580-579

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 758 Newspaper clipping from Los Angeles Evening Express

Newspaper clipping from the Los Angeles Evening Express giving

a lengthy denial that there was any resemblance between the

family depicted in Helen Hunt Jackson's Ramona and the del Valle

family of Camulos. According to this article Mrs. Jackson merely

used the physical description of Camulos Rancho not a description

of the del Valles. 1p. Eng. Prin. August 14, 1886 A.3580-933

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 759 Program of a concert by Senor L. G. Romero

Program of a Concert by Senor L. G.[T?] Romero given at Lytton

Theatre. 1p. In English. Printed. September 26, 1886 A.3580-475

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 760 Honor Roll card: Y. R. del Valle distinguished performance in bookkeeping

Honor Roll card: Y. R. del Valle, distinguished performance in Book-

keeping. Printed form with handwriting. October 1886 A.3580-1749 F

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 761 Honor Roll card: First Honor, application , I. del Valle

Honor Roll card: First Honor, application, I. del Valle Santa Clara

College. Printed form with handwriting. November 1886 A.3580-1749 D

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 762 Honor Roll card: First Honor, Christian doctrine, I. del Valle

Honor Rool Card: First honor, Christian Doctrine, I. del Valle, Santa

Clara College. Printed form with handwriting. November 1886 A.3580-1749 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 763 Invitation to attend the execution of Albert George Baynton

Invitation sent to K. D. Wise, M.D. to attend the execution of Albert

George Baynton on the 12th of November at the County Jail. 1p.

Printed. November 4, 1886 A.3580-979

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 764 Newspaper clipping from the Pacific Rural Press

Newspaper clipping from the Paciific Rural Press containing a

picture and article about Washington Bartlet, the candidate of the

Democratic Party for Governor to succeed Stoneman. 1p. In

English. Printed. November 13, 1886 A.3580-933


Statement of accounts between L. C. de Martinez, et. al., John F. Forster,

and W. R. Rowland

Statement of Accounts between L. C. de Martinez et. Al. and John

F. Forster and W. R. Rowland in reference to the purchase of lands

in Ranch Puente covering various financial transactions from JUNE

25, 1886 to Nov. 13, 1886. 4pp. Eng. November 13, 1886 A.3580-1990

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 766 Marriage announcement of Margaret Marks to Simon Goldbaum

Announcemen of the marriage of Margaret Marks to Simon

Goldbaum. 1p. In English. Printed. November 16, 1886 A.3580-518

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 767 Dance invitation from Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Lankershim w/envelope

Invitation to R. F. del Valle from Mr. & Mrs. J. B. Lankershim for a

dance. Printed. December 22, 1886 A.3580-1753

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 768 Agreement between Ysabel del Valle and John F. Forster

Agreement between Ysabel del Valle, Administrator of the Estate

of Ygnacio del Valle, deceased, and John F. Forster, for the sale of

Rancho Temescal to Forster for the sum of $30,000.00. 4pp. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. December 27, 1886 A.3580-1989

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 769 Lyman Brown's Seven Barks Almanac

An Almanac for the Year of 1887 published by the Seven Barks

"Medical" Company (Lyman Brown, 54 Warren St. New York City)

and given out by Del Valle Bros., Camulos, Dealer in General

Merchandise. 32pp. In English. Printed. 1887 A.3580-947

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 770 Honor Roll card: Y. del Valle distinguished reading

Honor Roll card: Y. del Valle, distinguished reading, Santa Clara

College. Printed form with handwriting. January 1887 A.3580-1749 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 771 Honor Roll card: Y. del Valle, English, distinguished

Honor Roll card: Y. del Valle, English, distinguished, Santa Clara

College. Printed form with handwriting. January 1887 A.3580-1749 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 772 Honor Roll card: Y. R. del Valle, penmanship, first honor

Honor Roll card: Y. R. del Valle, penmanship, first honor, Santa

Clara College. Printed form with handwriting. January 1887 A.3580-1749 E

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 773 Agreement between John F. Forster and W. R. Rowland

Agreement between John F. Forster and W. R. Rowland

concerning the purchase of 204 acres of Rancho La Puente;

signed by Forster and Rowland and witnessed by R. F. del Valle.

2pp. In English. January 31, 1887 A.3580-1991

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 774 Saint Mark's Church publication covering the Lenten period

Publication of Saint Mark's Church, Grand Rapids, Michigan,

covering the Lenten Period; gives rules for daily life, etc. 4pp. In

English. Printed. February 23, 1887 A.3580-948

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 775 Honor Roll card: I. del Valle, catechism, first honor

Honor Roll card: I. del Valle, catechism, first honor Santa Clara

College. Printed form with handwriting. April 1887 A.3580-1749 I

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 776 Honor Roll card: I. del Valle, deportment and application, testimony

Honor Roll Card: I. del Valle, deportment & application testimony,

Santa Clara College. Printed form with handwriting. April 1887 A.3580-1749 H

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 777 Honor Roll card: Y. del Valle, reading distinguished

Honor Roll Card: Y. del Valle, reading, distinguished, Santa Clara

College. Printed form with handwriting. April 1887 A.3580-1749 G

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 778 Announcement of the marriage of Cedelia R. Meeker and Frank H. Cowell

Announcement of the marriage of Cedelia R. Meeker and Frank H.

Lowell. 1p. In English. Printed. June 7, 1887 A.3580-519

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 779 Invitation to Wednesday and Saturday Evening Hops at Hotel Arcadia

Invitation to the Wednesday and Saturday Evening Hops at Hotel

Arcadia, Santa Monca; Scot Bros., Proprieters. Printed. June 25, 1887 A.3580-1899


Program of the annual Commencement Exercises of St. Catherine's

Convent

Program of annual Commencement Exercises of St. Catherine's

Convent at San Bernardino. 3pp. In English. June 29, 1887 A.3580-480




Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 781 Dance card to First Annual Ball, San Diego Parlor

Dance card, First Annual Ball of San Diego Parlor, No 08. Printed

form with handwriting. September 9, 1887 A.3580-626

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 782 Dance card to First Annual Ball, San Diego Parlor

Dance card to N. S. G. W. [Native Sons of the Golden West] First

Annual Ball, San Diego Parlor, No 108 for Admission Day. September 9, 1887 A.3580-1758


Souvenir ribbons from the San Diego Parlor of N.S.G.W.'s celebration of

Admission Day

Souvenir blue and red ribbon given by the San Diego Parlor of the

Native Sons of the Golden West celebrating Admission Day. 1

each. September 9, 1887 A.3580-1774

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 784 Marriage announcement of Carmen Ferrer and William Henry Carlson

Announcement of the marriage of Carmen Ferrer and William

Henry Carlson, San Diego. 1p. In English. Printed. October 3, 1887 A.3580-520

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 785 Sketch of a woman washing clothes in a river

Graphite sketch of a woman washing clothes in a river with a man

hidden in a tree. Signed Alexander F. Harmer? At Camulos, Ca.

1p. MOUNTED USING TAPE; TAPE NEEDS TO B REMOVED October 16, 1887 A.3580-1003

Row 28 Range 6 Box 009 Folder 786 Program for a Reception for Cardinal Gibbons

Program for a Reception for Cardinal Gibbons; welcome by W. H.

Workman; address by R. F. del Valle and S. M. White. 1p. In

English. Printed. October 24, 1887 A.3580-509

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 787 Book- Charles F. Lummis- 'The Home of Ramona'

Book detailing Camulos and its history as the inspiration for

Ramona. Illustrated with photographs of Camulos. 27 pp. In

English. Printed. 1888 A.3580-T 33

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 788 Booklet- Lummis, Charles- "The Old Missions"

Booklet with photographs of the Missions. Some of the photos

from Harmer paintings. 12 pgs. In English. Printed. Bound with

yellow ribbon. Very worn. 1888 A.3580-859

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 789 Booklet- Lummis, Charles- "The Old Missions"

Booklet with photographs of the Missions. Some of the photos

from Harmer paintings. 12 pgs. In English. Printed. Bound with

pink ribbon. 1888 A.3580-1000-13

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 790 Invitation to the wedding of Carlota Jackson and Emile Quarre

Invitation to wedding of Carlota Jackson and Emile Quarre at

Cathedrale San Vibiana. 1p. Printed. January 18, 1888 A.3580-521

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 791 Invitation to the wedding of Carlota Jackson and Mr. Emile Quarre

Invitation to the wedding of Carlota Jackson to Mr. Emile Quarre.

Printed. January 18, 1888 A.3580-1733


Deed to property in San Juan-by-the-Sea from Pacific Land Improvement

Company to John F. Forster

Deed to property in the town of San Juan-by-the-Sea, County of

Los Angeles, from the Pacific Land Improvement Company to John

F. Forster for the sum of $800.00. 2pp. In English. Printed form

with handwriting. July 26, 1888 A.3580-1992

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 793 Telegram from Josefa Forster to J. F. Forster c/o R. F. del Valle

Telegram from Josefa Forster at Los Angeles to J. F. Forster c/o R.

F. del Valle at Sacrameto with message "Will you be home by

Saturday". 1p. July 29, 1888 A.3580-845

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 794 Bill for room and board from Hotel del Coronado to J. Forster

Bill for 2 days room and board at Hotel del Coronado for $22.50 to

J. Forster. 1p. In English. Printed form with handwriting. November 18, 1888 A.3580-687

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 795 Invitation for Miss del Valle to Bachelors' Fancy Dress Ball

Invitation to Miss del Valle to Bachelors' Fancy Dress Ball from E.

Cawston Hon. Sec., The Ostrich Farm, Norwalk. Printed. December 1888 A.3580-1757

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 796 Complimentary pass from So. Pacific Co. to Miss Ysabel del Valle

Complimentary pass to Miss Ysabel del Valle from So. Pacific Co.,

to be used between Camulos and Los Angeles. Printed form with



Program of Literary and Dramatic Entertainment by students of Santa Clara

College

Program of Literary and Dramatic Entertainment by the students of

Santa Clara College; Chairman Ygnacio R. del Valle, Class of '90

[1890]. 4pp. Printed. November 27, 1889 A.3580-984


Program of Literary and Dramatic Entertainment by students of Santa Clara

College

Program to Literary & Dramatic Entertainment Y. R. del Valle, '90,

Chairman. Includes orations, ode, poem, and a comedy, "The

Hypocrite Detected". Printed. November 27, 1889 A.3580-1750

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 799 Various notations about real property in Ygnacio del Valle's estate

Twelve penciled sheets contaning various notations regarding the

real property in the Estate of Ygnacio del Valle apparently copied

from the Book of deeds; concerns Rancho Temascal, Rancho San

Francisco, etc. 12pp. In English. ca. 1890 A.3580-2028

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 800 Calendar with religious paintings and quotes for each month

Calendar. Religious paintings for each month, with religious quote

from the Bible for each month. Printed. 1890 A.3580-1002-1

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 801 Schedule of the Pacific Coast Steamship Co.

Schedule for January, 1890, of the Pacific Coast Steamship Co.

(Compa±ia de Vapores de la Costa del Pacifico) giving ships and

times of departure from San Pedro to San Francisco, San Diego,

etc. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. January, 1890 A.3580-1760

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 802 Agreement between John D. Murphy with John Corbett and John F. Forster

Agreement whereby John D. Murphy and John Corbett agre to sell

to John F. Forster the mining property located in Trabuco Canyon,

Orange County known as the Lady Bryant Mining Location. 4pp. In

English. January 18, 1890 A.3580-1993

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 803 Announcement of the marriage of Susana D. Dominguez to G. del Amo

Announcement of marriage of Susana D. Dominguez to G. del

Amo. In Spanish. February 15, 1890 A.3580-1739





Announcement of the birth of Ignacio Sepulveda's and Herlinda del la

Guerra's daughter

Announcement of the birth of a daughter [Carmen Conception

Sepulveda] to Ignacio Sepulveda and Herlinda de la Guerra in

Mexico. May 2, 1890 A.3580-1762

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 805 Announcement of the marriage of Ella Hewitt and Mr. P. W. Bresse

Announcement of the marriage of Ella Hewitt and Mr. P. W.

Bresee. May 13, 1890 A.3580-523

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 806 Invitation to Annual Commencement of St. Vincent's College

Invitation to Annual Commencement of St. Vincent's College, Los

Angeles, Calif. Printed. June 23, 1890 A.3580-1752

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 807 Letter from F. Jos. Soria, S. J., to Senator R. F. del Valle

Letter from Fr. Jos. Soria, S. J. written from the Palane Hotel in

San Francisco to Senator R. F. del Valle in regard to setting a date

for the marriage of del Valle with Miss Caystile, 2pp. In English. August 21, 1890 A.3580-1995

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 808 Telegram from R. F. del Valle to Mrs. Y. del Valle

Telegram from R. F. del Vale at San Jose to Mrs. Y. del Valle with

message "Against my will and protest they compelled me to run".

1p. In English. August 21, 1890 A.3580-845 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 809 Telegram from Nate Cohn to R. F. del Valle

Telegram from Nate Cohn at Visalia to R. F. del Valle offering

congratulations and success. 1p. August 21, 1890 A.3580-845 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 810 Letter from M. Quarre on behalf of Iroquois club to R. F. del Valle

Letter from M. Quarré on behalf of the Iroquois Club of Los

Angeles to R. F. del Valle offering congratulations and support

upon his nomination as the Democratic candidate for Lt. Governor

following that of Mayor Pond for Governor. 2pp. Eng. August 24, 1890 A.3580-1994

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 811 Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda to Reginaldo del Valle

Letter from Ygnacio Sepulveda in Mexico City to Reginaldo del

Valle offering his congratulations upon hearing of del Valle's

marriage on the 2nd (to Mrs. Helen Caystile) and also wishing him

success in the election. 1p. In English. September 10, 1890 A.3580-1996

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 812 Letter from Donald Bruce to Senator (del Valle)

Letter from Donald Bruce in San Francisco to Senator (del Valle)

asking for $25.00 for publicity. 1p. In English. October 8, 1890 A.3580-1997


Announcement of the marriage of Hugh W. J. Millings and Margaret E.

Clewley

Announcement of marriage of Hugh W. J. Millings and Margaret E.

Clewley. 1p. Printed. October 17, 1890 A.3580-524

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 814 Announcement of the marriage of Mary Murphy to Henry Ward Wright

Announcement of marriage of Mary Murphy to Henry Ward Wright;

San Jose. 1p. Printed. October 21, 1890 A.3580-522

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 815 Regular Democratic Ticket for the 1890 California election

Regular Democratic ticket for the election of 1890 in California;

Edward B. Pond, Governor; R. F. del Valle, Lt. Gov; W. C.

Hendricks, Sec. of State. 1p. In English. Printed. ca. November 1890 A.3580-465 K

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 816 Newspaper clipping satirizing Reginaldo del Valle's bid for Lt. Governor

Newspaper clipping satirizing Reginaldo del Valle's bid for Lt.

Governor. November 1890 A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 817 Bill from the Southern Pacific Hotel to Mrs. del Valle

Bill from the Southern Pacific Hotel in Yuma, Ariz. to Mrs. Del Valle;

room and board 2 days, $9.00. November 27, 1890 A.3580-688

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 818 Receipt from Wells Fargo Express for goods shipped to San Francisco

Receipt given to Mrs. J. F. Forster for $20.00 by Wells Fargo

Express for goods shipped to San Francisco @ 15 cents per

pound. 1p. Printed form with handwriting. December 4, 1890 A.3580-1998 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 819 Invitation to the wedding of Frances Gephard to Lt. James J. Meyler

Invitatin to wedding of Frances Gephard to Lt. James J. Meyler at

St. Paul's Church, Los Angeles. February 9, 1891 A.3580-526

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 820 Letter from Joseph J. O'Keefe, OSF, to Ysabel del Valle

Letter from Joseph J. O'Keefe, OSF at Santa Barbara to Ysabel del

Valle regarding the death of Fr. Jose Maria Romo on December 22,

1889. 2p. In Spanish. March 17, 1891 A.3580-1999


Receipt for goods shipped by Wells, Fargo & Co. from Mrs. Forster to Mrs.

A. G. Sanchez

Receipt for goods shipped by Wells, Fargo & Co. for Mrs. Forster

to Mrs. A. G. Sanchez in San Francisco. 1p. Printed form with

handwriting. April 29, 1891 A.3580-1998 B


Receipt for goods shipped by Wells, Fargo & Co. from Mrs. Forster to J. D.

Case

Receipt for goods valued at $30.00 shipped by Wells, Fargo & Co.

for Mrs. Forster to J. D. Case in San Francisco; charge of 20ó. 1p.

Printed form with handwriting. May 20, 1891 A.3580-1998 C


Examination of title by the Abstract and Title Insurance Co. on the Temple

Block property

Examination of title by the Abstract and Title Insurance Co. of Los

Angeles on the property known as the Temple Block; made by

Frank A. Gibson, secretary, at the request of G. McFarland, City

Attorney of Los Angeles. 8pp. Eng. Type. July 29, 1891 A.3580-2000

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 824 Invitation to the wedding of Katie Smyth to J. M. Carson

Invitation to wedding of Katie Smyth to J. M. Carson, San

Francisco. 1p. Printed. November 24, 1891 A.3580-525

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 825 Funeral notice of Dona Casilda S. de Tapia

Notice of the funeral of Dona Casilda S. de Tapia, mother of

Bernardo Tapia and sister of Pedro Sepulveda. 1p. In Spanish.

Printed.

This item has no accession number. It is referred to as "T 03" in

this collection. December 29, 1891 A.3580-T 3

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 826 Invitation to Mr. and Mrs. John Forster to join the Los Angeles Cotillon Club

Invtation to Mr. and Mrs. John Forster to join the Los Angeles

Cotillon Club for the 1891-2 seson; subscription $15.00; sent by

Boyle Workman, Secretary. 1p. In English. Printed. December 1891 A.3580-976





Invitation to the marriage of Miss Maria de los Reyes Dominguez to Mr. John

Fillmore Francis

Invitation to marriage of Miss Maria de los Reyes Dominguez to Mr.

John Fillmore Francis. Printed. January 2, 1892 A.3580-1738

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 828 Bill of sale for furniture sold by Sidney Lacey to John F. Forster

Bill of Sale for various pieces of household furniture sold by Sidney

Lacey to John F. Forster for $150.00. 2pp. In English. January 16, 1892 A.3580-2001

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 829 Invitation to funeral of Mrs. A. M. W. de Temple, with envelope

Invitation to funeral of Mrs. A. M. W. de Temple at La Puente sent

to John forster. 1p. Printed in English. January 25, 1892 A.3580-580

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 830 Invitations to the funeral of Domingo Garcia, with envelope

Invitation to funeral of Domingo Garcia, 20 years of age; 2 copies

handwritten in Spanish. January 28, 1892 A.3580-581


Articles of agreement between John F. Forster, Wm. R. Rowland, T. E.

Rowan, Frederick Harkness

Articles of Agreement between John F. Forster and Wm. R.

Rowland and T. E. Rowan and Frederick Harkness whereby

Forster and Rowland agree to sell to the latter certain property

situated in the Rancho La Puente subdivision at the rate of $65.00

per acre. 4pp. Eng. June 13, 1892 A.3580-2002


Announcement of the marriage of Daisy Rose to Mr. James W. Montgomery,

with envelope

Announcement of marriage of Daisy Rose to Mr. James W.

Montgomery. Printed. August 17, 1892 A.3580-1734

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 833 Bill from the Arlington Hotel to Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Forster

Bill from the Arlington Hotel in Santa Barbara to Mr. and Mrs. J. F.

Forster 6 + days @ $5.00 per day plus miscellaneous expenses.


Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 834 Bill from the Arlington Hotel to Mrs. J. F. Forster

Bill from the Arlington Hotel in Santa Barbara to Mrs. J. F. Forster;

2 days @$2.50. 1p. In English. August 31, 1892 A.3580-690

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 835 Bill from the Arlington Hotel to Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Forster and Miss del Valle

Bill from the Arlington Hotel in Santa Barbara to Mr. and Mrs. J.

F.Forster and Miss del Valle, board and room 2 + days @ $7.50

per day. 1p. In English. September 11, 1892 A.3580-691


Newspaper article about the marriage of Maria del Valle to the Marques de

Casa-Argudin

Newspaper clipping from a New York newspaper. Describes the

wedding of Maria del Valle, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Jose A. del

Valle to Jose Antonio Suary Argudin y del Valle, Marques de Casa -

Argudin. January 19 and 20, 1893 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 837 Program for the Santa Barbara Flower Festival of 1893

Program for the Santa Barbara Flower Festival of 1893 held from

April 11 to April 14 including a message by Rowland Hazard,

President of the Flower Festival Association. 6pp. In English.

Printed. February, 1893 A.3580-1764

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 838 Letter from John L. O'Bryan to Hon. F. M. Cockrell introducing R. F. del Valle

Letter of introduction from John. L. O'Bryan to Hon. F. M. Cockrell,

Washington D.C. introducing R. F. del Valle and asking him to lend

"a helping hand" in securing the appointment of del Vale as

Minister to the Republic of Mexico. 1p. Eng. February 27, 1893 A.3580-2003


Invitation to the wedding of Francisca Amelia Wilcox to James Calhoun

Drake

Invitation to the wedding of Francisca Amelia Wilcox to James

Calhoun Drake at St. Mary's Cathedral in San Francisco. 1p. In

English. Printed. April 26, 1893 A.3580-527


Invitation/Program to Santa Clara College's Commencement, Banquet, and

Scientific Entertainment

Invitation and program to Santa Clara College Commencement

Exercises, Alumni Banquet, and Scientific Entertainment: "Alcohol,

An Illustrated Lecture". Printed. June 5, 1893 A.3580-1747


Invitation to a barbeque from Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Whiting to meet Mr. and

Mrs. E. Petrie Hoyle

Invitation to Miss Ysabel del Valle and Friends to attend a

barbecue on the Rancho "Canada de Los Alisos", at El Toro from

Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Whiting to meet Mr. and Mrs. E. Petrie Hoyle.

Printed form with handwriting. June 10, 1893 A.3580-1751

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 842 Schedule of Passenger and Train Service via Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road

Schedule of Passenger and Train Service via the Baltimore and

Ohio Rail Road as of June 10, 1893. Trains run between Baltimore

and Washington, D.C. every 45 minutes. 4pp. Printed. June 10, 1893 A.3580-945

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 843 Schedule of the Springfield Line of the Boston and Albany Rail Road

Schedule of the Springfield Line of the Boston and Albany Rail

Road; fare from Boston to New York, $6.00. 4pp. Printed. June 22, 1893 A.3580-946


Dance Program for Sixth Annual Ball, Cabrillo Parlor, belonging to Y. S. del

Balle

Dance program for Sixth Annual Ball, Cabrillo Parlor, No. 114, N.

S. G. W., belonging to Y. S. del Balle. September 8, 1893 A.3580-1759

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 845 Program of the Grand Opera House in Chicago

Program of the Grand Opera House in Chicago then presenting "A

Trip to Chinatown"; contains miscellaneous advertising. 32pp. In

English. Printed. October 1, 1893 A.3580-474


Guest pass to the University Club in Baltimore, MD issued by Joseph L.

Brent to John Forster

Guest Pass to the University club in Baltimore Maryland, issued to

John Forster by Mr. Joseph L. Brent; signed by H. B. Adams, (per

L) Secretary 1p. In English. Printed. October 18, 1893 A.3580-632

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 847 Telegram from Maria de la Guerra Taylor to Juan Forster

Telegram sent by Maria de la Guerra Taylor at Ventura to Juan

Forster, Room 52 Baker Block, Los Angeles with message "When

will grandmother be buried, at what hour?" Name Dna. Mariquita

Ortega written in pencil on the back. 1p. Eng. February 10, 1894 A.3580-845

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 848 Announcement of the marriage of Victoria Estudillo to Oliver J. Mendenhall

Announcement of the marriage of Victoria Estudillo to Oliver J.

Mendenhall in Los Angeles. 1p. Printed. February 27, 1894 A.3580-529




Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 849 Missing

Claim of John F. Forster and Marcos A. Forster presented to the

U.S. Court of Claims for Indian Depredations; describes raiding of

Indians on horses and cattle during 1866, 1869 and from 1871 to

1873; total amount of damages claimed, $95,150.00. 4pp. In

English. Typed. March 1, 1894 A.3580-2004

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 850 Bill from Brown & Ford to Mrs. Forster

Bill from Brown & Ford for one Head Stone at a cost of $27.50 to

Mrs. Forster. Possibly headstone for John Forster's mother or

grandmother. See item #845. 1p. In English. Printed form with

handwriting. March 17, 1894 A.3580-2005

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 851 Announcement of marriage of Ida Everhardy to John Louis Rimpau

Announcement of marriage of Ida Everhardy to John Louis

Rimpau, Anaheim, Calif. Printed. March 28, 1894 A.3580-1736


Program for reception in honor of Rt. Rev. George Montgomery and Rt. Rev.

Francis Mora

Program for reception given in honor of rt. Rev. George

Montgomery and Rt. Rev. Francis Mora, Bishop of Monterey and

Los Angeles at Haard's pavilion; addresses given by T. E. Rowan,

Mayor of Los Angeles and R. F. del Valle. 6pp. prin. April 27, 1894 A.3580-508


Announcement of the marriage of Mrs. Florence Haynes Hardie and Dr.

Walter Lindley

Announcement of the marriage of Mrs. Florence Haynes Hardie to

Dr. Walter Lindley, Los Angeles. 1p. In English. Printed. July 18, 1894 A.3580-528

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 854 Invitation to the marriage of Maria Ynez Shorb to Dr. Stephen Stuart White

Invitation to the marriage of Maria Ynez Shorb to Dr. Stephen

Stuart White, San Gabriel, Ca. Printed. September 19, 1894 A.3580-1727


Announcement of Ygnacia del Valle's membership in the confraternity of the

Holy Agony

Announcement of the membership of Ignacia del Valle in the

confraternity of the Holy Agony, organized by the Sisters of Charity,

St. Josephs at Emmitsburg, Md. 6pp. In English. Printed. October 29, 1894 A.3580-1017

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 856 Bill from the Arlington Hotel to Mr. Forster and Wife

Bill from the Arlington Hotel to Mr. Forster & Wife for $48.25

representing 8 days board and room @$5.00, wine ($8.15) and

stamps (10 cents) November 20, 1894 A.3580-692

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 857 Telegram signed A. F. H. sent to Mrs. J. F. Forster

Telegram signed A. F. H. [Alexander F. Harmer?] sent to Mrs. J. F.

Forster from Santa Barbara with message "Eight lb. girl 9:30 am

both well". 1p. In English. December 19, 1894 A.3580-845

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 858 Calendar for 1895 issued by the producers of Maltine

Calendar for the year of 1895 issued by the producers of Maltine

preparations including Maltine plain, with coca wine, with cod liver

oil, etc. 5pp. Illustrated and printed in English. 1895 A.3580-997


Announcement of marriage of Miss Lucile A. Mesmer to Mr. Charles L.

Whipple

Announcement of marriage of Miss Lucile A. Mesmer to Mr.

Charles L. Whipple, Los Angeles, Ca. Printed. January 3, 1895 A.3580-1729

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 860 Program of Santa Barbara Flower Festival of 1895

Program for the Santa Barbara Flower Festival of 1895 held from

April 17 to 19; Richard J. Hall, Pres. And Charles F. Eaton, Vice-

Pres. 6pp. Printed. January 12, 1895 A.3580-1005


Deed to property on Hill Street, L. A., from Jose G. Estudillo to John F.

Forster

Deed to property on Hill Street in Los Angeles from Jose G.

Estudillo to John F. Forster; notarized by H. B. Alexander. 2pp. In

English. Printed form with handwriting. March 25, 1895 A.3580-2006


Announcement of the marriage of Herminia de la Guerra to Lewis Edward

Lee

Announcement of the marriage of Herminia de la Guerra to Lewis

Edward Lee; Santa Barbara. 1p. Printed. April 17, 1895 A.3580-530

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 863 Unsigned letter to James H. Budd, Governor of California

Unsigned letter to James H. Budd, Governor of California,

recommending the appointment of Charles F. A. Last as brigadier-

general of the Los Angeles district and citing his qualifications for

the position. Presumably written by R. F. del Valle. 3 copies/3pp.

Eng. Type. August 1, 1895 A.3580-2007 A-C


Invitation from Wm. R. Rowland to J. F. Forster to attend a Bullshead

Breakfast

Invitation by Wm. R. Rowland to J. F. Forster to attend a Bullshead

breakfast at Rowland's home in Puente. 1p. In English. Printed. August 17, 1895 A.3580-630

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 865 Receipt from Western Union Telegraph Company to Mrs. J. F. Forster

Receipt from the Western Union Telegraph Company for $20.00 to

Mrs. J. F. Forster; the amount to be paid to Mary Meyers in San

Francisco. 1p. Printed. August 28, 1895 A.3580-721


Certificate of Appointment of Y. R. del Valle as Customs Inspector for the

District of Los Angeles

Certificate of Appointment of Y. R. del Valle as Inspector of

Customs for the District of Los Angeles as confirmed by the

Secretary of the Treasury of the United States; signed by John T.

Gaffey, Collector of Customs. 1p. pfhw. October 21, 1895 A.3580-2008

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 867 Notice and program of the 1896 Santa Barbara Flower Festival

Notice and Program of the Santa Barbara Flower Festival to be

held from April 15 to 17; Dr. Richard J. Hall, Pres. and Mr. Ralph

Radcliffe-Whitehead, V. P. for the year ending May, 1896. 4pp.

Printed. January 15, 1896 A.3580-1005


Agreement Memorandum between Concepcion P. de Abila, et al and H. B.

Abila

Memorandum of Agreement between Concepcion P. de Abila,

Cristina Palomares, Francisco J. A. Palomares, and Porfirio

Palomares, and H. B. Abila in regard to Rancho Monserrate in San

Diego County held in trust by Abila and the settlement of amounts

due to the Palomares. 2pp. Eng. Type. March 2, 1896 A.3580-2009





Newspaper clipping from Los Angeles Sunday Times with an article about

Santa Barbara

Newspaper clipping from the Los Angeles Sunday Times

containing an article by Edward E. Hale describing the area of

Santa Barbara and giving some of its "history". 1p. Printed. April 5, 1896 A.3580-933


Appointment Certificate of Ygnacio R. del Valle as Deputy Collector and

Customs Clerk

Certificate of Appointment of Ygnacio R. del Valle as Deputy

Collector and Clerk of Customs in the district of Los Angeles;

signed by John T. Gaffey, Collector of Customs. 1p. Printed. July 1, 1896 A.3580-2010

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 871 Invitation to the wedding of Nancy E. Oden and Reginaldo O. Pryor

Invitation to the wedding of Nancy E. Oden and Reginaldo O. Pryor

at the Catholic Cathedral in Los Angeles. 1p. Printed. August 14, 1896 A.3580-531

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 872 Note from Francisco Mora, Bishop of Fieragnoli, to Dona Ysabel del Valle

Note to Dona Ysabel del Valle accepting an invitation to spend an

evening at her home; signed by Francsco Mora, Bishop of

Fieragnoli. 1p. In Spanish. August 31, 1896 A.3580-2011

Row 28 Range 6 Box 010 Folder 873 Announcement of the marriage of Maud Argues to Dr. Irvin N. Frasse

Announcement of the marriage of Maud Argues to Dr. Irvin N.

Frasse; San Jose, California. 1p. Printed. September 8, 1896 A.3580-532


Invitation to marriage of Verna Elizabeth Lantz to Thomas Dillingham Mott,

Jr.

Invitation to marriage of Verna Elizabeth Lantz to Thomas

Dillingham Mott, Jr., South Bend, Ind. Printed. September 16, 1896 A.3580-1732


Announcement of the marriage of Ruby Emma Y. Tilton and Romulo

Ygnacio F. Campton

Announcement of the marriage of Ruby Emma Y. Tilton and

Romulo Ygnacio F. Campton; St. Vincent's Church, Los Angeles.

1p. Printed. September 26, 1896 A.3580-533

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 876 Telegram signed Belle and Carl to Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Forster

Telegram signed Belle and Carl at Lancaster, Calif. to Mr. and Mrs.

J. F. Forster at Los Angeles with message "May each year bring

you more happiness". 1p. In English. September 29, 1896 A.3580-845

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 877 Train schedule for Camulos Station

Schedule of both passenger and freight trains due at Camulos

Station heading for Los Angeles and way points and Santa

Barbara and way points. 1p. printed by hand; on cardboard. ca. 1897 A.3580-430

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 878 Invitation to open house from Mr. and Mrs. John F. Francis

Invitation to open house sent by Mr. and Mrs. John F. Francis;

written in ink on a piece of wood. January 2, 1897 A.3580-629

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 879 Invitation to the wedding of Anita del Valle to Philo Bradley Corey

Invitation to the wedding of Anita del Valle to Philo Bradley Corey

at the First Presbyterian Church of Los Angeles. 1p. Printed. January 16, 1897 A.3580-535


Banquet menu from Silver Republican Club dinner given to honor Wm.

Jennings Bryan

Banquet menu for a dinner given in honor of Wm. Jennings Bryan

by the Silver Republican Club of Los Angeles at which Bryan gave

an address on "Bimetalism". Various other speeches were given

by prominent Silver Republicans. 4pp. prin. July 5, 1897 A.3580-470

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 881 Receipt from O. W. Hickey to J. F. Forster

Receipt for $20.00 paid by J. F. Forster to O. W. Hickey of St.

Vincent's College for funeral expenses for Ex.-Gov. Pico. 1p. In

English. September 19, 1897 A.3580-720

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 882 Announcement of the marriage of Ysidora Bandini Scott to Dr. Carl Kurtz

Announcement of the marriage of Ysidora Bandini Scott to Dr. Carl

Kurtz; Los Angeles. 1p. Printed.

See also #1730. December 8, 1897 A.3580-534

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 883 Announcement of the marriage of Ysidora Bandini Scott to Dr. Carl Kurtz

Announcement of marriage of Ysidora Bandini Scott to Doctor Carl

Kurtz, Los Angeles, Calif. Printed.

See also #534. December 8, 1897 A.3580-1730


Announcement of the marriage of Francisca Alexander to Doctor Ernest

William Fleming

Announcement of the marriage of Francisca Alexander to Doctor

Ernest William Fleming at Los Angeles. 1p. Printed. February 10, 1898 A.3580-537

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 885 Invitation to the wedding of Agnes Kavanagh and Mr. E. Dougherty

Invitation to the wedding of Agnes Kavanagh and Mr. E. Dougherty

at San Bernardino. 1p. Printed. July 6, 1898 A.3580-536

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 886 Promissory note made out to Ramon Yorba by Juan Gallardo

A promissory note written on paper common to the 1850's by Juan

Gallardo in which he promises to pay 156 pesos of silver to Ramon

Yorba. 1p. In Spanish. August 10, 1898 A.3580-838


Copy of a levy of execution of Adelaide Hellman vs. Ysabel and R.F. del

Valle and C. Behrendt

Copy of a levy of execution of Adelaide Hellman, adm. of the

estate of Samuel Hellman, deceased, vs. Ysabel and R.F. del Valle

and C. Behrendt. September 19, 1898 A.3580-2012

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 888 Notice of the death of Mrs. Begar

Notice of the death of Mrs. Begar who died on August 4, 1899.

With short poem and words of comfort in silver ink. 1p. In English.

Printed. August 4, 1899 A.3580-603


Announcement of the marriage of Francisca Dibblee to William Thomas

Summers

Announcement of the marriage of Francisca Dibblee to William

Thomas Summers; Santa Barbara. 1p. Printed. October 12, 1899 A.3580-538


Nomination of Reginaldo del Valle & John McGonigle as National

Democratic Convention Delegates

Resolution by Mr. John Girvin nominating Reginaldo Del Valle and

John McGonigle as Democratic delegates to the National

Convention of the Democratic Party to be held July 4, 1900. 1p. In

English. Typed. April 4, 1900 A.3580-2013

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 891 Card promoting Bryan for victory at California Democratic Convention

Card promoting Bryan for victory at California Democratic

Convention, June 2, 1900. Sponored by V. J. Rowan, M. E. C.

Munday, Geo. E. Dickson, John F. Forster. Printed. June 2, 1900 A.3580-465 N





Wedding announcement of Ramona Yorba to Dr. John A. Murtagh

w/envelope and cards

Two social cards (Mrs. John A. Murtagh; Dr. John A. Murtagh) and

announcement of the wedding of Ramona Yorba and Dr. John A.

Murtagh with envelope addressed to Dona Y. del Valle and family.

Printed. October 9, 1900 A.3580-1728

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 894 Envelope from 1901 Pan American Exposition to Mrs. Y. Del Valle

Envelope from Pan American Exposition, 1901 to Mrs. Y. Del Valle.

Forwarded from Camulos to Los Angeles and sent originally from

Buffalo, New York. Illustrated. 1p. May 5, 1901 A.3580-847

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 895 Letter from H. B. Abila to W. S. Hall

Letter from H. B. Abila to W. S. Hall in Steele City, Nebraska.

Describes Rancho Vallecitos in Lower California and improvements

on the land in attempt to sell said rancho. 2 pp. Typed. August 19, 1901 A.3580-2014

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 896 Announcement of the Birth of Juan Fernando Majin Ernest Forster

Announcement of birth of Juan Fernando Majin Ernesto Forster,

son of Juan F. and Josefa R. Del Valle Forster, at Los Angeles. 2

copies. 1p each. Printed. November 27, 1901 A.3580-548

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 897 Wedding announcement of Hortensia Yorba to Porfirio R. Palomares

Wedding announcement of Hortensia Yorba to Porfirio R.

Palomares. Printed. December 18, 1901 A.3580-539

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 898 History of Sister Mary Scholastica Logsdon

History of Sister Mary Scholastica Logsdon, March 2, 1814 to Sept.

3, 1902. Came to Calif. in 1856; director of school of the Sisters of

Charity in Los Angeles. 1p. Typed. September 3, 1902 A.3580-477


Newspaper clippings from (Los Angeles?) Times about the relocation of a

tribe to Pala Valley

Two newspaper clippings. One mentions Miss Josefa del Valle's

end to a visit to her brother. The other is about the relocation of an

Indian tribe from Agua Caliente, Puerto La Cruz, and Matawguay to

the Pala Valley. Article is from Times, presumably the Los Angeles

Times. 2pp. pr. May 14, 1903 A.3580-851

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 901 Calendar Reproduction- Harmer- "A Casual Meeting on 'El Camino Real'"

Printed reproduction of Harmer's painting "A Casual Meeting on 'El

Camino Real'" made for a 1905 calendar. 1p. In English. 1905 A.3580-1458

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 893 Calendar Reproduction- Harmer- Fiesta Scene

Printed reproduction of Harmer's fiesta scene painting made for a

1901 calendar. 1p. In English. 1901 A.3580-1458 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 899 Calendar Reproduction- Harmer- "The Compadre's New Year's Call"

Printed reproduction of Harmer's painting "The Compadre's New

Year's Call" made for a 1903 calendar. 1p. In English. 1903 A.3580-1458

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 902 Biographical sketch of Ysabel Varela del Valle

Biographical sketch of Ysabel Varela del Valle (wife of Don Ignacio

Del Valle and married in 1851) who died March 28, 1905; gives a

brief description of the del Valle family in Calif.; prepared by the

Lewis Publishing Company for publication in their history of Los

Angeles County in 1928. 3pp. typ. March 28, 1905 A.3580-2019


Telegrams to Mrs. J. Forster and Family offering sympathy in Mrs. Ysabel

del Valle's death

Postal Telegraph telegram to Mr. Ulpiano Del Valle of Los Angeles

from M. A. De Yndart of Santa Barbara. 1p. Span. & Eng. Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 A



del Valle's death

Western Union Telegram from J. A. Rimpau in Chino to Mrs.

Josefa Forster in Los Angeles. Expresses symathies concerning

"Tia Ysabel's" death. 1p. Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 B



del Valle's death

Western Union Telegram from Mrs. Ben Moraga & Mrs. Ed Tico of

Ventura to Mrs. John Foster and family in Los Angeles. 1p. Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 C



del Valle's death

Western Union Telegram from Mrs. N. Davenport in Colton to Mrs.

J. Foster in Los Angeles. 1p. Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 D


Telegrams to del Valle family offering sympathy in Mrs. Ysabel del Valle's

death

Postal Telegraph-Cable--Commercial Cables telegram from A. G.

Orena in Santa Barbara to Y. R. del Valle in Los Angeles. 1p.

Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 F



death

Postal Telegraph-Cable Telegram from Mr. & Mrs. C. A. Brant in

Grand Canyon, AZ to F. R. Del Valle in Los Angeles. 1p. Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 H



death

Postal Telegraph-Cable--Commercial Cables Telegram from Theo.

Rimpau & family in Anaheim, Ca. to U. R. Del Valle in Los Angeles.

1p. Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 I



death

Postal Telegraph-Cable--Commercial Cables telegram from Maria

A. Deorana in Santa Barbara to Mrs. J. F. Forster in Los Angeles.

1p. Typed. March 29, 1905 A.3580-1768 K



death

Western Union telegram from Mrs. Mary Kavanaugh and family in

San Bernardino to Mrs. John D. Foster and Family in Los Angeles.

1p. Typed. March 30, 1905 A.3580-1768 E



death

Western Union telegram from Maria Taylor in Santa Barbara to

Mrs. John Foster in Los Angeles. 1p. typ. March 30, 1905 A.3580-1768 G



death

Western Union telegram from Medardo Hortensia in San Francisco

to Reginaldo F. Del Valle in Los Angeles. 1p. In Spanish and

English. Typed. March 30, 1905 A.3580-1768 J






death

Postal Telegraph-Cable--Commercial Cables telegram from John

and Nachita [Nachita del Valle?] in Prescott, AZ to Mrs. J. F. Foster

in Los Angeles. 1p. In Spanish and English. Typed. March 31, 1905 A.3580-1768 L


Notice from Western Union Telegraph Company to J. del V. de Forster

w/envelope

Notice from Western Union Telegraph to J. del V. de Forster that

her dispatch to Maria Echenique in Riverside on 3/30/1905 was

delivered. w/envelope. 2pp. Printed form with hand writing. March 31, 1905 A.3580-1768, 1768 M

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 907 Letter from Joseph S. Glass of St. Vincent's College to Mrs. Forster

Letter to Mrs. Forster from Joseph Glass, the rector of St. Vincent's

college acknowledging receipt of a baptismal font (probably in

payment of tuition). Printed form with handwriting. June 22, 1905 A.3580-1903

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 908 Wedding announcement of Laura Lynn Doran to Doctor Edward T. Dillon

Wedding announcement of Laura Lynn Doran to Doctor Edward T.

Dillon. Printed. January 29, 1907 A.3580-540

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 909 Wedding announcement of Edwina Meyer to Alphonso Lorenzo Den

Wedding announcement of Edwina Meyer to Alphonso Lorenzo

Den. Printed. July 17, 1907 A.3580-541


Wedding announcement of Laura Dolores Maguire to Mr. Theodore Adam

Barth

Wedding announcement of Laura Dolores Maguire to Mr. Theodore

Adam Barth. 1p. Printed. w/envelope addressed to Mr. and Mrs.

Carl Cram. August 31, 1907 A.3580-1731

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 911 Holiday and New Year Greetings from Vicar Pedro Verdaguer

Holiday and New Year greetings for Vicar Pedro Verdaguer -

probably to Reginaldo Del Valle family. Printed. December 22, 1907 A.3580-635


Marriage announcement of Arcadia Viola Provencal and Theodore Cleaver

Kellogg

Marriage announcement of Arcadia Vila Provencal to Theodore

Cleaver Kelogg in Cananea, Mexico. January 27, 1908 A.3580-542

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 913 Correspondence concerning the search for Encarnacion Martinez's heirs

Correspondence with regard to search for the heirs of Encarnacion

Martinez, wife of John Rowland, carried on between R. F. Del Valle

and Amado Chavez of Albuquerque, New Mexico for dispostion of

Rancho del Rio Grande Land Grant in Taos, New Mexico; contains

a good description of the Rowland family of La Puente. 22pp. typ.

See also items 2016B-C. September 27, 1908 - January 19, 1910 A.3580-2016 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 914 Newspaper clipping from The Arizona Republican about Col. Alonzo Ridley

Clipping from The Arizona Republican of an article offering a

biograpjhical sketch of Col. Alonzo Ridley. 1p. Printed. March 26, 1909 A.3580-850

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 915 Cablegram from King Manuel of Portugal to Bishop Trajanopolis

Cablegram received by Bishop Trajanopolis from King Manuel of

Portugal during his visit with Mrs. Josefa del Valle Forster at her

home; message in Portuguese reads "Congratulations and wishing

you a Happy New Year". Portuguese. 1p. January 2, 1910 A.3580-846

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 916 Wedding announcement of Rose Labichi to Doctor Harrison Albert Putnam

Wedding announcement of Rose Labichi to Doctor Harrison Albert

Putnam. Printed. January 12, 1910 A.3580-544

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 918 Correspondence concerning the search for Encarnacion Martinez's heirs See also item 2016A and 2016B January 28, 1910-March 24, 1910 A.3580-2016 C

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 917 Interrogatories Relating to the Search for Encarnacion Martinez's heirs

Correspondence concerning the search for Encarnacion Martinez's

heirs

See 2016a and 2016c. 4pp. typ. January 26, 1910 A.3580-2016 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 919 Wedding announcement of Francisca Broderick to Walter Joseph Schmahl

Wedding announcement of Francisca Broderick to Walter Joseph

Schmahl. Printed. May 24, 1910 A.3580-545

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 920 Wedding announcement of Lila St. Clair Ferguson to Leslie Judkins O'Kelly

Wedding announcement of Lila St. Clair Ferguson to Leslie

Judkins O'Kelly. Printed. June 7, 1910 A.3580-543

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 921 Invitation to the Silver Jubilee of Rev. Linn's ordination

Invitation to the Silver Jubilee of Reverend Linn's ordination in New

Orleans. Printed. June 26, 1910 A.3580-512

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 922 Invitation to the wedding of Virginia Gonzalez and Ricardo de Urquiza

Wedding invitation of Virginia Gonzalez to Ricardo de Urquiza.

Printed. July 9, 1910 A.3580-500

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 923 Invitation to a party given by the March Hares

Invitation to a party thrown by the March Hares. 1p. Printed in blue

ink w/rabbit illustrations. 1911 A.3580-1465

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 924 Appreciation of sympathy card from Camila Bankhardt

Appreciation of sympathy card from Camila Bankhardt. Printed

form with handwriting. May 18, 1912 A.3580-586

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 925 Death announcement of Senor General Lorenzo Torres

Personal death announcement of Senor General Lorenzo Torres.

Sent to Dona Josefa del Valle de Forster. Printed. November 16, 1912 A.3580-583


Letter requesting renewal subscription to The Philistine w/envelopes and

form

A letter suggesting renewal to a party whose subscription to The

Philistine has expired. An order form and envelopes are provided.

Printed. May 9, 1913 A.3580-1007, 1007 C


Letter from Amalia Sepulveda de Villegas to Dona Josefa del Valle de

Forster

Letter from Amalia Sepulveda de Villegas at Laredo, Texas to

Dona Josefa del Valle de Forster expressing her appreciation of

Mrs. del Valle's letter of condolence following the death of her

husband. 2pp. In Spanish. March 2, 1914 A.3580-587


Appreciation of sympathy card from Patrick Henry O'Neil to Mrs. John

Forster

Appreciation of sympathy card from Patrick Henry O'Neil to Mrs.

John Forster. Printed. April 10, 1914 A.3580-588


Mortgage on property of Josefa del Valle de Forster to Security Trust &

Savings Bank

Mortgage on property of Josefa del Valle de Forster to the Security

Trust & Savings Bank for the sum of $2,000 for one year at the rate

of 7%. 4pp. In English. Printed form with typing. August 21, 1914 A.3580-2017




Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 930 Colored memento from Pan Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco

Colored mementos from Pan Pacific International Exposition taking

place in San Francisco commemorating Panama Canal. Printed. 1915 A.3580-949


Announcement of death of Thomas James Conaly, Bishop of Monterey and

Los Angeles

Announcement of death of Thomas James Conaly, Bishop of

Monterey and Los Angeles. Printed. September 18, 1915 A.3580-598

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 932 Prayer request for the late Dona Gabina Del Amo

Card requesting prayer for the late Dona Gabina Del Amo, with

prayers printed after the request. Front and back of card have

religious images and devotional quips. 4pp. Printed in Spanish. September 23, 1915 A.3580-600

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 933 Letter from Mary R. Carver to Mrs. Forster

Letter from Mary R. Carver to Mrs. [Josefa R.] Forster thanking her

for the sympathy which she extended during Mrs. Carver's recent

bereavement. 2pp. In English. October 24, 1915 A.3580-589

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 934 Announcement of the death of David Lazo Announcement of the death of David Lazo. Printed. November 16, 1915 A.3580-599


Announcement of marriage of Gertrude Workman to Walter Ferguson

Furman

Announcement of marriage of Gertrude Workman to Walter

Ferguson Furman. Printed. March 5, 1916 A.3580-546

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 936 Invitation to Carmelita del Valle's graduation from Ramona Convent

Invitation to Carmelita del Valle's graduation from Ramona

Convent, Shorb, California. Printed. June 27, 1916 A.3580-511


Invitation to consecration of John J. Cantwell, Bishop of Monterey and Los

Angeles

Invitation to consecration of John J. Cantwell, Bishop of Monterey

and Los Angeles. Printed. December 5, 1917 A.3580-502

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 938 Newspaper clipping of a political cartoon from Los Angeles Daily Times

Newspaper clipping from Los Angeles Daily Times containing a

political cartoon featuring "President del Valle of Public Service

Com." 1p. Printed. February 2, 1918 A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 939 Prayer request for the late Don Pedro Albin

Notice asking for prayers for Don Pedro Albin who died in San

Sebastian, Spain, sent by his family from Guaymas, Mexico. 1p.

Span. Printed. February 4, 1918 A.3580-584


Newspaper clipping: "Mexico May Join America In War On Kaiser Declare

Latin Editors"

Newspaper clipping: "Mexico May Join America In War On Kaiser

Declare Latin Editors" [R.F. del Valle in photo] July 9, 1918 A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 941 Appreciation of sympathy from J. Wiseman Macdonald Appreciation of sympathy from J. Wiseman Macdonald. Printed. February 8, 1919 A.3580-590

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 942 Newspaper clipping: Obituary about Mrs. R. F. del Valle

Newspaper clipping from an L. A. newspaper containing an

obituary about Mrs. R. F. del Valle March 13, 1920 A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 943 Page from the Catholic Woman's Club Bulletin

Page from the Catholic Woman's Club Bulletin. Contains news,

event notices, and poetry. Printed. 1921 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 944 Invitation to Immaculate Heart College graduation exercises

Invitation to graduation exercises of the Immaculate Heart College.

Printed. June 20, 1921 A.3580-501

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 945 Letter from Luther Ingersoll to Mrs. Forster

Letter from Luther Ingersoll (Los Angeles Public Library) to Mrs.

[Josefa R.] Forster, thanking her for the loan of a photo of her

father which he had copied into a larger print and had sent to her.

Printed form with handwriting. July 28, 1922 A.3580-840

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 946 "Historia de Nuestra Sra. De Guadalupe"

"Historia de Nuestra Sra. de Guadalupe". Story of the life of Saint

Guadalupe. In Spanish. Printed. 1925 A.3580-315

Row 28 Range 6 Box 011 Folder 947 Invitation to a groundbreaking from the Jesuit Fathers of Loyola College

Invitation from Jesuit Fathers of Layola College to groundbreaking

for their new administration building. Printed. January 20, 1925 A.3580-506


Invitation to laying of cornerstone of New St. Vincent's Hospital to Mrs.

Forster

Invitation to Mrs. Forster to attend the laying of the New St.

Vincent's Hospital. 1p. In English. March 15, 1926 A.3580-634


Invitation to laying of cornerstone of New St. Vincent's Hospital from

Daughters of Charity

Invitation to the laying of the cornerstone of the new St. Vincent's

Hospital from the Daughters of Charity. Contains a list of the

Honorary and advisory committee's. 2pp. Printed. March 28, 1926 A.3580-504

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 950 Letter from John J. Cantwell to Mrs. Josefa del V. de Foster

Letter from John J. Cantwell, Bishop of Los Angeles and San

Diego to Mrs. Josefa del V. de Foster, thanking her for the donation

of oil for consecration and wishing her a happy Easter. 1p. Printed

form with typewriitng. March 29, 1926 A.3580-841

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 951 Invitation to the Golden Jubilee of the Cathedral of St. Vibiana

Invitation to the Golden Jubilee of the Cathedral of St. Vibiana. 1p.

Printed. May 23, 1926 A.3580-503

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 952 Announcement of the birth and baptism of Carlos Humberto Bortoni

Pamphlet announcing the birth and baptism of Carlos Humberto

Bortoni, son of Vincente H. Bortoni and Maria Elena G. de C. de

Bortoni. 3pp. Printed in Spanish. Bound with a white ribbon. September 13, 1926 A.3580-499


Invitation to mass commemorating Rev. Mother Prioress Mary Baptista's

Golden Jubilee

Invitation to the mass commemorating the Golden Jubilee of

Reverend Mother Prioress Mary Baptista of the Precious Blood. 1p.

Printed. June 29, 1927 A.3580-505

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 954 Letter from E.W. Mercum?, Los Angeles Probation Office, to R. F. del Valle

Letter from E. W. Mercum of the Los Angeles Probation Office to

R. F. del Valle asking del Valle to attend something if he can and

telling del Valle where he can be reached. 1p. Printed form with

handwriting. January 30, 1928 A.3580-2018

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 955 Newspaper clipping of the Christmas carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem"

Clipping of the Christmas carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem" from

the [Los Angeles?] Times. 1p. Printed. December 11, 1928 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 956 Misc. newspaper clippings about the life/death of Charles F. Lummis "Always Building" 1p. 1929 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 956 Misc. newspaper clippings about the life/death of Charles F. Lummis NO TITLE. 1p. 1929 A.3580-997




Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 956 Misc. newspaper clippings about the life/death of Charles F. Lummis "Charles F. Lummis" 2 copies, 1p. 1929 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 956 Misc. newspaper clippings about the life/death of Charles F. Lummis "Charm of Thoreau" 1p. 1929 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 956 Misc. newspaper clippings about the life/death of Charles F. Lummis "Friends Bid Lummis Adios/Lummis paid Last Tribute" 2pp. 1929 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 956 Misc. newspaper clippings about the life/death of Charles F. Lummis "The Indians" by Charles Flecher Lummis (11/29/1828). 1p. 1929 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 956 Misc. newspaper clippings about the life/death of Charles F. Lummis "Honored by Museum" 1p. 1929 A.3580-997


Miscellaneous newspaper clippings about the life and death of Charles F.

Lummis "Last Lummis Tribute Set". 2pp. 1929 A.3580-997



Lummis "Lummis Rites Tomorrow". 2pp. 1929 A.3580-997



Lummis "Lummis' Life Book of Southern California Glory". 1p. 1929 A.3580-997



Lummis

"Apostle of the Southwest" from the New York Times; a brief

biography on Charles F. Lummis 1929 A.3580-997



Lummis Letters to the Times, Lummis' parents. 1p. 1929 A.3580-997



Lummis "A Human Book of Verse" 2pp. 1929 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 957 Newspaper clipping: Los Angeles Times: Miscellaneous articles

Newspaper clipping from the L. A. Times, Sunday edition.

Contains several miscellaneous articles, including one about

enforcing prohibition. February 17, 1929 A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 958 El Centinela del Espacio [The Watcher of the Area?]

Minibook: El Centinela Del Espacio [The Watcher of the Area?],

series D #10 of a series of minibooks containing morality tales.

Illustrated with a color illustration on the front cover. The back

cover is a cigar ad. 18pp. pr. Span. n.d. A.3580-319

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 959 Book- no author: 'Lares de Ramona X-Mas'

Clothbound hardcover booklet bound with suede strips. Cover

reads "Lares de Ramonsa X-Mas. [hearths of a Ramona X-Mas?].

Contains photograph of a sketch of Helen Hunt Jackson and the

introductory page of a picture book related to Ramona. The only

other pages however are of a young woman in Spanish/Mexican

dress followed by a page titled Spanish Scenes. n.d. A.3580-1000

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 960 Book- no author: Miniature Devotional

Miniature devotional book with homemade or home repaired cover.

Cover is too delicate to count leaves. With envelope. In Spanish.

Printed. n. d. A.3580-1326 1/2


Bookcover- Music book: Delehanty & Henglers (or Hencler's) Songs and

Dances

Cover to a sheet music book: Delehanty and Hengler's Songs and

Dances. G. D. Russell & Co. publisher. "Para Josefita" written on

top right. n.d. A.3580-1007

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 962 Calendar Reproduction- Harmer- "On the Trail to the Summit"

Printed reproduction of Harmer's painting "On the Trail to the

Summit" made for a calendar. 1p. In English. n.d. A.3580-1458 E

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 963 Calendars and business cards

Card- Business- Cosmopolitan Hotel, Los Angeles, Ca. On the

back: "Table of Distances" n.d. A.3580-1746

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 963 Calendars and business cards Calendar- 1901- Colgate & Co. National Flower Calendar 1901 A.3580-318

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 963 Calendars and business cards Calendar-1892-Colgate & Co 1892 A.3580-947-1

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 963 Calendars and business cards Calendar-1895 [English?] 1895 A.3580-947-2

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 963 Calendars and business cards Card- Business- Del Valle and Munday, Attorneys at Law n.d. A.3580-1744


Card- Business- Grand Exposition of Holiday Presents, Preuss &

Pironi Druggists. On the back is a political cartoon: "ninety six in

the shade". n.d. A.3580-1745 A


Card- Business- Grand Exposition of Holiday Presents, Preuss &

Pironi Druggists. On the back is a political cartoon: "A Foul Ball". n.d. A.3580-1745 B


1. Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton

2. Dr. Jayne's Expectorant

3. New Davis Vertical Feed Machine n.d. A.3582-5-1-3

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 964 Card- Birthday: for Antonio Heaulme

Happy birthday card for Antonio Heaulme. Card has a decorative

border printed in red and blue ink. 1p. In Spanish. Printed. Size of

a business card [4.5x8mm]. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 965 Card- Commemorative- Crossed Confederate Flags

A commemorative card with crossed confederate flags on the front.

The flags are printed and then painted in color. Made by Selden

and Ennis, Richmond Va. n.d. A.3580-463

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 966 Card- Commemorative- Robert E. Lee's Farewell Address

Commemorative card with Robert E. Lee's farewell address on the

front. Made by Selden Ennis, Richmond, Va. In English. Printed. n.d. A.3580-464

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 967 Card- Decorative: Paper Lace Floral Card

Decorative paper lace card with gold edges. With image of deified

Jesus behind a fold back image of a rose bouquet. 1p. n.d. A.3580-1002




Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 968 Card- Decorative: Paper Lace card with Image of Mary, Joseph, and Jesus

Paper lace card with image of Jesus in the manger with Mary and

Joseph. Excerpt of "Let Us Go to Bethelhem!!" on the back. 2p.

Printed. n.d. A.3580-1002-2

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 969 Card- Greeting: with image of a bird to "mi Mamacita Bell"

Card to "mi mamita Bell!" with image of a bird made out of actual

feathers [=0]. "Remember, from Mexico" written on the bottom.

1p. In Spanish. Unsigned. n.d. A.3580-1725

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 970 Card- Greeting- Holiday: Happy New Year

A cream colored Happy New Year card with a color print of flowers

and leaves on it. The message looks handwritten. Card says

copyright 1877. 1877 A.3580-1726

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 971 Card- Greeting- Holiday: Happy New Year

A 'Happy New Year' card with a tintype of Reginaldo Del Valle in

the upper left corner. n.d. A.3580-1724

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 972 Card- Social- Mrs. William I. Koch printed on the front

Black bordered card with Mrs. William I. Koch printed on front.

"Glad to know you are better" is written in pencil across the top.

1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-587

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 973 Card- Social- Mrs. G. Orena printed on front

Black bordered card most likely for or from a funeral w/Mrs. G.

Orena on front. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-585

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 974 Card- Social, with envelope

Two calling cards attached with a ribbon. Top card: Mary A.

Williamson. Bottom card: Mr. & Mrs A. F. Coronel. With an

embossed envelope. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 975 Card- Thanks for sympathy: from Mrs. Anthony J. Clark and family

Card expressing thanks for sympathy from Mrs. Anthony J. Clark

and family. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-597

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 976 Card- Thanks for sympathy: from Mr. and Mrs. George I. Davis

Card expressing thanks for sympathy from Mr. and Mrs. George I.

Davis. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-595

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 977 Card- Thanks for sympathy: from Mrs. John Fillmore Francis and family

Card expressing thanks for sympathy from Mrs. John Fillmore

Francis and family. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-596

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 978 Card- Thanks for sympathy: from family of Mr. Clarence Leon Pico

Card expressing thanks for sympathy from the family of Mr.

Clarence Leon Pico. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-593

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 979 Card- Thanks for sympathy: from Mrs. Victor Ponet, et. al.

Card expressing thanks for sympathy from Mrs. Victor Ponet, Mrs.

Francis Montgomery and Reverend William P. Ponet, C. M. to Mrs.

J. del V. de Foster. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-594

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 980 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous

J. M. Tinsco & Co., Importers and Commision Merchants. With a

San Francisco Address n.d. A.3580-431

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 980 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous H. Fortreide, Repairing Fans & Fancy Goods a Specialty. n.d. A.3580-432


Mrs. F. A. Barcelo's Art Rooms. Advertises art lessons, has a Los

Angeles address n.d. A.3580-433


Carlson & Higgins Real Estate, Insurance and Land Brokers. With

San Diego address. n.d. A.3580-434

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 980 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous Grand Central Hotel, Los Angeles. J. P. Hill, proprietor n.d. A.3580-435 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 980 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous Grand Central Hotel, Los Angeles. J. P. Hill, proprietor n.d. A.3580-435 B


James Stanley proprieter and driver of Hack No. 11, Fulton Livery

Stable. n.d. A.3580-436


Globe Business College and School of Arts and Sciences. With a

San Francisco Address. n.d. A.3580-437

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 981 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous Preuss & Pironi Druggists, Grand Exposition of Holiday Presents. n.d. A.3580-438


Noriega Bros., Practical Hatters. With San Francisco address.

Doodles and writing on the back. n.d. A.3580-439


Gailhard Hotel; S. L. Pereira, Proprietor. With San Francisco

address. Written on the back is "G A E T OM Z Y O R S". n.d. A.3580-440


Gailhard Hotel; S. L. Pereira, Proprietor. With San Francisco

address. Written on the back is R. F. del Valle with Winans &

Belknap. n.d. A.3580-440


Prof. W. E. James, artist. Address for Houseworth's Photographic

Parlors. n.d. A.3580-441


Gift card from Montgomery Bros., Jewelers & Silversmiths. On the

inside is poetry relating to birthstones and to the opal. n.d. A.3580-442


Noriega Bros., Practical Hatters. With a San Francisco address.

Written on back is Oakland and Alameda Railroad and Ferries

Schedule. n.d. A.3580-443


Godoy & Tompkins Attorneys and Counsellors at Law. With a San

Francisco address. n.d. A.3580-444


Saxton & Ruiz, chemists and Druggists and dealers in Fancy and

Toilet articles. With Santa Barbara address. Back stamped A. M.

Ruiz. n.d. A.3580-445


Part of a document with carbon type. Reads: Juventino del Valle.

Andrews Station. Los Angeles Co. Cal. n.d. A.3580-446





Receipt card. Notes the reception of a check by Osborne's

Overland Transfer Company. n.d. A.3580-447


Murray Hill Hotel, New York. On the back is a handwritten note

"Hotel Veudome, Boston Mass". n.d. A.3580-448


Metropolitan Hotel, Charles Gruner proprietor. Albuquerque, NM

address. On back is a print of a photograph of the hotel. n.d. A.3580-449


Noreiga & Co., Fashionable Hatters. With a San Francisco

address. One side is in English and the other in Spanish. n.d. A.3580-450


Lamolle House and Restaurant. Mme Vve LaMolle Proprietoress.

Long division calculations are written on the back. n.d. A.3580-451


Noriega Bros., Practical Hatters. With a San Francisco address.

On the back is a list of places with fire alarm boxes. n.d. A.3580-452


R. F. del Valle, N. S. G. W. [Native Sons of the Golden West],

President. Ramona Parlor 109. n.d. A.3580-453

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 984 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous R. F. del Valle, abogado [lawyer]. With a Los Angeles address. n.d. A.3580-454

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 984 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous R. F. del Valle for the Assembly n.d. A.3580-456


R. F. del Valle for the Assembly. This card is the same as item

0456, only this one is printed on grey cardstock. n.d. A.3580-457

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 985 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous S. Norton Jr. N. S. G. W. [Native Sons of the Golden West]. n.d. A.3580-458


Folded advertisement card announcing that Bluett & Sullivan's

clothing store is relocating to a larger building. n.d. A.3580-460


Photograph or clipping of a man and woman in a car. Behind is a

sign that reads "The Brush Everyman's Car Cheap Enough For..." n.d. A.3580-461

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 985 Cards- Business- Miscellaneous Bradley & Rulofson for the best photographs in the United States. n.d. A.3580-462

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 986 Cards- Social: A Ardans, Rev. Gratian, O.S.B. Pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 986 Cards- Social: A

Antill, Rev. Francis X., C.M. "San Vincent Church Webster Ave"

written on front n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 986 Cards- Social: A Andrade, Guillermo. United Mexican States Consul, Los Angeles n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 986 Cards- Social: A Andonacqui, F. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 986 Cards- Social: A Amabisca, F. D. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 987 Cards- Social: B Broome, Mr. Montague W. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 987 Cards- Social: B Brodrick, Mrs. W. J. 1936 Figueroa St n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 987 Cards- Social: B Brent, Miss Nanice M. 2 copies, one is illegible on verso. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 987 Cards- Social: B Bremner, Mr. & Mrs. Fleming Jose n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 987 Cards- Social: B Bergere, Mrs. Alfred M. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 988 Cards- Social: C Coronel, A. F. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 988 Cards- Social: C Cole, Mrs. Cornelius. Thursday n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 988 Cards- Social: C Cushing, Dr. Clinton. San Francisco n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 988 Cards- Social: C Caldwill, Mrs. J. M. 217 Powell St. written on front n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 988 Cards- Social: C Campton, Mrs. Geo. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 988 Cards- Social: C Charruau, A. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 988 Cards- Social: C Colmann, Mrs. Martin J. Palau Hotel written on front n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 989 Cards- Social: Del Valle Del Valle, U. F. "Yours Ever" n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 989 Cards- Social: Del Valle Del Valle, U. F. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 989 Cards- Social: Del Valle Del Valle, Ysabel; Juan N. Padilla. With above envelope. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 989 Cards- Social: Del Valle Envelope- card- social- Senor Don Ygnacio del Valle n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 989 Cards- Social: Del Valle

Envelope- card- social- Don Ygnacio del Valle and family written in

Spanish n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 989 Cards- Social: Del Valle Del Valle, U. F. "Truly Yours" n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 990 Cards- Social: De-Dy Den, Mrs. Augustus H. 1-3 Friday. 2 copies n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 990 Cards- Social: De-Dy Ducommun, Mrs. L. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 990 Cards- Social: De-Dy Drake, Mrs. James Calhoun n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 990 Cards- Social: De-Dy Del Valle, Mrs. Y . Note on back promising to write. n.d. A.3580-993

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 991 Cards- Social: Dy-El

Envelope-card- social- to Sra. Dona Isabel del Valle. With one

William Louis Dye's card. n.d. A.3580-635


Elizalde, Miss. With Mrs. H or La G. Lee written on the front. 2

copies. n.d. A.3580-635


Dye, William Louis. Secretary to his Lordship the Bishop of

Monterey and Los Angeles. 2 copies. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 992 Cards- Social: El-F Forster, M. [Marcos?] H. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 992 Cards- Social: El-F Facio, M. Sanchez n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 992 Cards- Social: El-F Elizalde, Mrs. Marcos Antonio n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 992 Cards- Social: El-F Fossas, M. 1529 Powell St, cor. Green n.d. A.3580-635




Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 993 Cards- Social: Ga-Go

Mrs. Hortensia A. de Garcia; Mrs. John F. Gaffey; Mrs. Lewis

Alexander Grant; Ygnacio Garcia. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 993 Cards- Social: Ga-Go Gonzalez, M. E., M. D. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 993 Cards- Social: Ga-Go Ganahl, Mrs. C. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 994 Cards- Social: G-J Johnston, H. M. [or Hon.], and John Foster n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 994 Cards- Social: G-J Grant, Miss Fanny. 1st & 2nd Thursdays, San Francisco n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 994 Cards- Social: G-J Hinchman, Stella G. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 994 Cards- Social: G-J Hilliard, Mrs. Carolina P. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 994 Cards- Social: G-J Hall, Almer L.[?] n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 994 Cards- Social: G-J Griffin, Dr. J. S. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 995 Cards- Social: K-L Lataillade, Miss. 230 West Victoria Street n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 995 Cards- Social: K-L Kent, Enoch T. De Molay Commandery, Boston, Mass. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 995 Cards- Social: K-L Kimball, Mr. George H. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 995 Cards- Social: K-L

Kays, Mrs. James C. At house Thursday afternoon, June 4th from

2 to 5. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 995 Cards- Social: K-L Lewry, Mrs. F. E. 918 Cottage Place n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 995 Cards- Social: K-L

Lee, Mrs. Lewis E. "sister of the war" written in Spanish on the

back n.d. A.3582-4

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 996 Cards- Social: M Mondran, Vicomte C. de. With an envelope n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 996 Cards- Social: M Mitchell, Alvin n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 996 Cards- Social: M Meeks, Federico n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 996 Cards- Social: M Mitchell, Mr. & Mrs. A. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 996 Cards- Social: M Mitchell, Mrs. A. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 997 Cards- Social: M-Mi M., Salvador Sol n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 997 Cards- Social: M-Mi

Martin, Mrs. Edward. 725 Sutter St. Written on front: "To Mrs. Del

Valle and Mrs. Foster". n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 997 Cards- Social: M-Mi McCormick, Mrs. F. H. Tuesdays, cor. Alameda Ave. & Union St. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 997 Cards- Social: M-Mi McCreary, Mrs. Domitila[?]. 2513 Howard St., Reception Room n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 997 Cards- Social: M-Mi McCreery, Mr. Fenton R. n.d. A.3580-635


McNally, Mrs. Frederick George. 836 North Park Avenue. Written

on back: "Mrs. John Foster; J. D.[?] Garron [?]". n.d. A.3580-635


McNally, Mrs. Frederick George. 836 North Park Avenue. Written

on front: "Am very sorry not to find you in". n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 998 Cards- Social: N-P

Newmark, Mr. & Mrs. Myer I., Sophie Cahen. W/envelope to Sr.

Don Ygnacio de Valle and Lady. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 998 Cards- Social: N-P [Pri--?], Mr. & Mrs. Geo. W. To Miss del Valle. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 998 Cards- Social: N-P

Prat, Rev. Ramon, C.M.F. 2201 S. Grand Ave. Written on front in

Spanish: "affectionate greetings (or health) to Mrs. Josefa del

Valle Forster and le presenta" [?] n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 998 Cards- Social: N-P Pico, Maria A. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 998 Cards- Social: N-P Newhall, H. G. California Commandery, No 1, San Francisco, Cal. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 999 Cards- Social: Q-Sc Ruiz, A. M., with compliments of. [to?] Miss J. R. Del Valli [sic] n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 999 Cards- Social: Q-Sc

Rimpau, Matilda F., Compliments of. Written on back in English

Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Forster n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 999 Cards- Social: Q-Sc Romero, L. T. 807 Seavenworth St., San Francisco, Cal. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 999 Cards- Social: Q-Sc Quintana, J. S. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 999 Cards- Social: Q-Sc Schneider, Miss Margarita n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1000 Cards- Social: S Serrano, R. S. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1000 Cards- Social: S Severance, Mrs. C. M. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1000 Cards- Social: S Spencer, James H. Capt. 4th U.S. Inf. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1000 Cards- Social: S Sepulveda, Concepcion n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1000 Cards- Social: S

Sturges, Shelton, Jr. Written on the back: Mrs. Helen B. Cole,

Hotel Wonthrop[?], Boston, Mass. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1001 Cards- Social: T-Wo Taylor, Mrs. Charles L. Irving Place, 5533 Ellsworth Ave. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1001 Cards- Social: T-Wo Thompson, Mr. & Mrs. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1001 Cards- Social: T-Wo Woolf, D. B. San Francisco n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1001 Cards- Social: T-Wo

Winston, Mr & Mrs. Isaac. Written on front: "for Mr & Mrs J.

Foster". n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1001 Cards- Social: T-Wo

Torres, Aureliano L. "Wishing you a happy New Year " [printed in

Spanish], Guaymas, January 1st , 1911. January 1, 1911 A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1002 Cards- Social: Wo-Y Workman, Mrs. William H. Second & Fourth Tuesday n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1002 Cards- Social: Wo-Y Yndart, Mrs. [?] n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1002 Cards- Social: Wo-Y Worrall, Mrs. J. M. n.d. A.3580-635

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1002 Cards- Social: Wo-Y Workman, Miss. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays n.d. A.3580-635




Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1003 Cards- Social (additional): B-De Del Valle, Josefa R. n.d. A.3580-1708

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1003 Cards- Social (additional): B-De Bradbury, Mrs. L. L. n.d. A.3580-1712

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1003 Cards- Social (additional): B-De Coronel, Encarnacion F. n.d. A.3580-1713

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1003 Cards- Social (additional): B-De Brant, Charles A. n.d. A.3580-1714

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1003 Cards- Social (additional): B-De Bradbury, Mrs. I.[?] M. n.d. A.3580-1720

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1003 Cards- Social (additional): B-De Blank floral card. n.d. A.3582.7-2

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1004 Cards- Social (additional): De-H

Del Valle, R. F. Past president. Ramona Parlor, No. 109, Los

Angeles, Cal. n.d. A.3580-1708

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1004 Cards- Social (additional): De-H Del Valle, Josefa R. n.d. A.3580-1709

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1004 Cards- Social (additional): De-H Del Valle, Isabel n.d. A.3580-1715

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1004 Cards- Social (additional): De-H Gelcich, Mrs. Petra 1861 A.3580-1716


Hancock, Winfield S. Major Gen. U. S. Army. Written on front:

"For Mr. & Mrs. J. F. Forster." Message written on back in Spanish;

related to a visit to Forster's wife. 1885 A.3580-1721


Dens, N. C. Santa Barbara. Delegate to Grand Parlor, 1888.

Trustee, Santa Barbara Parlor, No 116. ca. 1888 A.3580-1722

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1005 Cards- Social (additional): M-Pa Mondran, Vicomte C. n.d. A.3580-1710 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1005 Cards- Social (additional): M-Pa Mondran, Vicomte C. n.d. A.3580-1710 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1005 Cards- Social (additional): M-Pa Meyer, Rev. A. J., C. M. St. Vincent's College, Los Angeles, Cal. n.d. A.3580-1717

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1005 Cards- Social (additional): M-Pa Newhall, H. G. n.d. A.3580-1896

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1006 Cards- Social (additional): Pl-W Rimpau, Matilda F. n.d. A.3580-1711

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1006 Cards- Social (additional): Pl-W Watson, Mrs. Dolores. Written on front: "Mrs. P. J. Watson". n.d. A.3580-1718

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1006 Cards- Social (additional): Pl-W Rico, Mary n.d. A.3580-1719

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1006 Cards- Social (additional): Pl-W Plater, Mrs. John E. n.d. A.3580-1897

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1006 Cards- Social (additional): Pl-W Pujol, Rev. John n.d. A.3580-1900

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1007 Catalogue- Plaster of Paris religious statues and statuettes

Catalogue of plaster of paris religious statues and statuettes. 6pp.

Printed. n.d. A.3580-941

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1008 Clipping: 2 pages from El Museo Universal

Two magazine pages from El Museo Universal. Miscellaneous

articles. In Spanish. 4pp. n.d. A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1009 Clipping- Newspaper: "Colonel Ridley's Last Long Rest"

Newspaper clipping: "Colonel Ridley's Last Long Rest". Offers

brief details of his death and funeral. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-850

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1010 Clipping- Newspaper- poem: "A Vision" by Emmy Matt Rush Newspaper clipping of the poem "A Vision" by Emy Matt Rush. n.d. A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1011 Clippings- Newspaper: Miscellaneous newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "R. F. Del Valle Married" n.d. A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1011 Clippings- Newspaper: Miscellaneous

newspaper clippings- Los Angeles Daily Times- "Del Valle Starts

South to Interview Huerta" n.d. A.3580-848


newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "Democratic Meeting at

Florence" n.d. A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1011 Clippings- Newspaper: Miscellaneous newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- no title n.d. A.3580-848


newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "Democratic Meeting at

Newhall" n.d. A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1011 Clippings- Newspaper: Miscellaneous newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "Keep Open House" n.d. A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1011 Clippings- Newspaper: Miscellaneous newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "Democratic Meetings" n.d. A.3580-848


newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "Peace, Order Rule

Mexico" n.d. A.3580-848


newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "Move to Depose Del

Valle Fails" n.d. A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 012 Folder 1011 Clippings- Newspaper: Miscellaneous newspaper clipping- newspaper unknown- "The Democrats" n.d. A.3580-848

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1012 Clippings- Newspaper- Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous newspaper clippings. Two mention the death of

Mrs. Harriet Balaisdell Cram, one the the death of Rev. Henry

Welch and one is an illustration of Cumulos [Camulos] as it relates

to the novel Ramona. 4pp. Printed. n.d. A.3580-997


Clippings- Newspaper- "Red Peril and Rural Reform..." and a photograph of

Mr. and Mrs. John Dwight

Clippings. One is from a magazine and shows pictures of Mr. and

Mrs. John Wilbur Dwight. The other "Red Peril and Rural Reform-

China's Conundrum" details China's difficulties with communist

groups. Article is post 1931. 2pp. pr. n.d. A.3580-998

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1014 Envelope- Holiday Greeting- Happy New Year

Decorative envelope with Happy New Year printed on it. The

envelope is painted with watercolors and has pink ribbons

attached. n.d. A.3580-1723

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1015 Envelopes- Miscellaneous

Addressed to Mrs. Ysabel del Valle, Newhall, Los Angeles County,

California. April 10, 1880


Sender: Robt. Dominguez, City Clerk. Addressed to: Mrs. Josefa

del V. de Forster. n.d.

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1016 Envelopes- Miscellaneous Sender: Paul G. Hoffman Co., Inc. n.d.





Envelope made of lined paper. On front in Spanish: Documents

and letters of Compostela

This item has no accession number. It will be referred to as "T 18"

in this collection. n.d. A.3580-T 18


Envelope to Mrs. Ysabel del Valle, Rancho Camulos, Scenega,

Ventura Co. Cal. Postmark: San Buena Ventura Cal.




Envelope. on front, in Spanish: documents of I. M. del Valle




Envelope. On front in Spanish: titles and business of Y. F. Forster.

The rest is unreadable.




Envelope from Winans & Belknap, Attorneys, San Francisco, to Sr.

Dn. Ygnacio del Valle, Newhall Station, L. A. County




Gold Envelope to Sr. Don Ygnacio del Valle, Camulos Ranch.




Envelope from Alonzo B. McMillen of Albuqurque NM to Honerable

R. F. del Valle, Attorney, Los Angeles. Note on front reads:

Rowland Paper

This item has no accession number. it will be referred to as "T 17"



Envelope to Mrs. Ysabel del Valle via New Hall, Camulos Ranch.

No postmark.




Envelope from Dr. Lindley and/or Mrs. Hardie to Miss Isabel Del

Valle [possibly the daughter] July 8, 1894 A.3580-847


Envelope from Winans & Belknap, attorneys at law, San Francisco

to Sra. Da. Ysabel del Valle at Aucheio's? Station, Los Angeles. n.d. A.3580-847

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1018 Envelopes- Miscellaneous Envelope with monogrammed stamp to Ygnacio del Valle n.d. A.3580-847


Envelope to Sra Da. Ysabel del Valle at Rancho de Camulos Cal.

Written in Spanish on front: Reginaldo del Valle named candidate

for congress 6/10/1884 n.d. A.3580-847

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1019 Ephemera- Bookmarks: 2 of paper lace and 1 cross-stitched n.d. A.3582-8

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1020 Ephemera- Business

Election ticket: Second supervisor district, party unknown. Note

written on the back reads: "Life to democracy" and "send me 2

bottles of brandy" signed by Juventino. n.d. A.3580-982


Calling card- R.F. del Valle, Avocat. Temple Block, Chambre No.

30, Los Angeles, Cal. n.d. A.3580-993


Business card: Norton, Teller, & Co., Commission Merchants. With

a San Francisco address. n.d. A.3580-995





Check: blank check from Hellman, Temple & Co., Bankers.

Handwritten note on the back reads æWhite hat from Mrs. Couto[?]

black [hat] from Mrs. Forster. The front is in English and the back

is in Spanish. n.d. A.3580-740


Business card: James A. Miller & Co. Farmers' Co-operative

Purchasing Agency, San Francisco. This item has no accession

number. It will be referred to as "T 7" in this collection. n.d. A.3580-T 7


Stationary: H.B. Abila, Notary Public. Torn in half; bottom half with

Kenmore Linen watermark. Post 1900's?

This item has no accession number. It will be referred to as "T 8" in

this collection. n.d. A.3580-T 8


Advertisement card: IXL Auction Co. Front in English, back in

Spanish. "A.G. Rivera" and "A. Garivera" handwritten on front. n.d. A.3582-5


Advertisement cardùa picture of a little girl, a dog, and a doll . The

card is from A. Joseph, dealer in French china, crockery, glass,

plated ware, cutlery, lamps, etc. With a San Francisco address. n.d. A.3580-1767


Clipping: price list of visiting cards. 2 sided. Possibly from E.L.

Hasted (see item 1769b). n.d. A.3580-1769 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1021 Ephemera- Business Blank order sheet for E.L. Hasted n.d. A.3580-1769 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1021 Ephemera- Business Blank bill, in Spanish n.d. A.3580-1771

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1022 Ephemera- Education- Writing exercises, unsigned

Two pages of writing exercises, possibly written by the same hand

but most likely the pages were used by at least 3 to 7 people.

Unsigned. 2pp. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-679

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1023 Ephemera- Handwritten list of quotes and axioms

List of quotes and axioms with check marks. Written in pencil and

ink. 2pp. Unsigned in Spanish and English. n.d. A.3580-2032


Label: Ramona Brand California Raisins. With color print of

grapes on the vine growing on a trellis. n.d. A.3580-1766

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1025 Ephemera- List of married and/or deceased people

List of married and/or deceased people. Written on Puente Oil

Company stationary in very bad cursive. 1p. Printed form with

handwriting. n.d. A.3580-2030

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1026 Ephemera- Miscellaneous, 1: Torn piece of stationary

Torn piece of stationary from H. [Henrique] B. Abila Notary Public.

"Crib in 1861" and "bed in 1851" is written in pencil on the back.

1p. Unsigned.

This item has no accession number. It will be reffered to as "T 4" in



Ephemera- Miscellaneous, 2: Envelope, note, and 8 tiny stamps, 4 of paper

and 4 of plastic

This item has no accession number. It will be referred to as "T 5" in


Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1027 Ephemera- Miscellaneous paper cut-outs

Miscellaneous full color paper cut-outs, mostly cherubs and

flowers, and an envelope. 21 pieces. Printed. n.d. A.3580-1002-3

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1028 Ephemera- Note- from A. Ysabelita Varela to Miguel Segura

Note with illuminated letters to Miguel Segura from A. Ysabelita

Varela wishing him a happy Saint's Day for his saint.. 1p. In

Spanish. n.d. A.3580-950

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1029 Ephemera- Note- Handwritten Notice that Governor Juan B. Alvarado died

Handwritten notice that Governor Juan B. Alvarado of California

died in San Pablo, Ca. 1p. Handwritten in Spanish. n.d. A.3580-981

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1030 Ephemera- Note- Thanks for sympathy from Lucaua? F. McFadden

Note expressing thanks for sympathy signed by Lucaua? F.

McFadden. 1p. handwritten. n.d. A.3580-592

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1031 Ephemera- Part of a letter from Antonio Maria Varela to his parent(s)

Final portion of a letter from Antonio Maria Varela to his parent(s) in

which he gives his love to his family and tells Tomas to come soon.

1p. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-1613

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1032 Ephemera- Poem: "Cancion de los Ojos"

Poem "Cancion de los Ojos" [Song of the Eyes]. 1p. Unsigned and

handwritten in Spanish. n.d. A.3580-484-4

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1033 Ephemera- Poetry: Handwritten, unsigned poetry

Dialogue poem titled "La Negrita" [The Black Woman], a poem

titled "El Pescador" [The Fisherman] and an incomplete poem titled

"El Cazador" [The Hunter]. Handwritten 4pp. Unsigned. In

Spanish. n.d. A.3580-484-8

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1034 Ephemera- Poetry: "La Batalla del Jueves Santo"

Commemorative? poem "La Batalla del Jueves Santo" [The Battle

of Holy Thursday?]. 6pp. Unsigned. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-1522

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1035 Ephemera- Poem: Love Poem Handwritten love poem. 1p. Unsigned. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-484-5

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1036 Ephemera- Poem: Love poem by Ysabel Varela del Valle

Torn sheet with one love poem by Ysabel Varela del Valle.

Handwritten, 1p. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-484-7




Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1037 Ephemera- Political- Judicial Ticket- Democratic

Democratic Judicial Ticket with Jackson Temple and S. S. Wright

for Supreme Court, O. P. Fitzgerald for Supt. [Superintendant?] of

public instruction, Francis J. Maguire for County Judge and a

blacnk for Justice of Peace, First Township. 1p. pr. n.d. A.3580-465 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1038 Ephemera- Religious- 2 unsigned devotional poems

Two devotional poems, 1 in 5 stanzas. Handwritten, unsigned.

2pp. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-484-1


Ephemera- Religious- Blank Request form for "Commemoration of the

Faithful Departed"

Blank request form for a "Commemoration of the faithful departed".

1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-604

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1040 Ephemera- Religious- childhood anecdote

Religious childhood anecdote. 1p. Unsigned, handwritten in

Spanish. n.d. A.3580-484-3

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1041 Ephemera- Religious- Poem signed by Louis Palomares Religious poem signed by Louis Palomares. 1p. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-1480

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1042 Ephemera- Ruth Mahood's notes on Del Valle family

Ruth Mahood's research notes on the Del Valle family 11pp. on 7

leaves. Handwritten.

This item has no accession number and will be referred to as "T 6"

in this collection. n.d. T 6

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1043 Ephemera- Sheet of monetary calculations

Sheet of calculations for cattle and sheep sales, agricultural

dealings with taxes, and other deductions. 1p. Unsigned. In

Spanish and English. n.d. A.3580-2031


Ephemera- Stationary- "Photographic Views" Stationary and Original

Packaging

Blank stationary with the original packaging envelope it came in.

Envelope reads: Writing Paper with Photographic Views". Each

sheet has its own view as follows: Glacier Pt. and Mirror Lake;

Father of the Forest; The Sentinel; Indian Sweet Bath, Geysers,

Sonoma, Co. [Ca.?]; Geyser Hotel, Sonoma, Co.; The

Cosmopolitan, Yosemite; The Devils Tea Kettle, Sonoma, Co.; The

Domes, Yosemite Valley. 9p. pr. n.d. A.3580-942

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1045 Flyer asking for donations for orphans

Flyer: "For the Benefit of the Orphans", using a poem to ask for

donations. Mrs. Forster is mentioned in a short note on the back.

1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-478


Invitation- Anniversary Services- the late Mrs. Constance M. Bernal and Mrs.

Rose C. Mather

Invitation to Anniversary Services for the deceased Mrs. Constance

M. Bernal and Mrs. Rose C. Mather, wife and daughter of Mr. J. A.

Bernal. Sent by the same and his sons. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-591

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1047 Invitation- Christening of Muriel Arcardian Lapworth

Invitation to the christening of Muriel Arcardian Lapworth

w/photograph of the infant glued above the text. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-1763

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1048 Invitation- Club Meeting-Impecunious Club, with envelope

Invitation to an Impecunious Club meeting w/envelope addressed

to Assemblyman Del Valle. 1p. Printed form with handwriting. n.d. A.3580-1754

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1049 Invitation-Dedication: New Dominguez Memorial Seminary

Invitation to the dedication of the new Dominguez Memorial

Seminary. The ceremony is to be performed by Rt. Rev. Bishop

John J. Cantwell. Invitation is dated November 17. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-507

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1050 Invitation- Funeral: Enrique Abila

Invitation to the funeral of Enrique Abila. Enrique was born around

1818 he must have died during the 1870's, possibly 1876. 1p.

Printed in Spanish. n.d. A.3580-978

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1051 Invitation- Funeral: Senora Dona Maria Ignacia Alvarado de Pico

Invitation to the funeral of Senora Dona Maria Ignacia Alvarado de

Pico. Invitation was sent by her husband Pio Pico, her brothers

Francisco, Ignacio and Isidro Alvarado, and Andres Pico. 1p.

Printed in Spanish. n.d. A.3580-558

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1052 Invitation- Wedding- Alicia Margarita Campbell to Ethelbert Petrie Hoyle

Invitation card w/boar's head embossed on the front. Invites Don

and Dona Forster to the wedding of Alicia Margarita Campbell to

Ethelbert Petrie Hoyle as well as to the reception afterwards. Item

dated April 8. 1p. Printed form with handwriting. n.d. A.3580-547


Invitation-Wedding Reception: of Emma Sarah Childs and Mr. John Wilbur

Dwight

Invitation to wedding reception of Emma Sarah Childs and Mr.

John Wilbur Dwight. W/envelope. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-1737


1 label. "Choice Camulos White Wine. Ignacio Del Valle, Camulos

Rancho, Ventura Co., Cal." [Same as #483 A-B; same as #1021.] n.d. A.3580-1765 E

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1056 Labels 4 Labels: "Home of Ramona" Camulos, Ventura County, California. n.d. A.3580-1765 A-D

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1055 Labels.

Labels (2): "Choice Camulos White Wine." Ignacio del Valle,

Camulos Rancho, Ventura Co., Cal." [Same as #1765 E; same as

#1021.] n.d. A.3580-483 A-B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1057 Labels: Choice Camulos Old Port

Label: Choice Camulo's Old Port, Ignacio del Valle, Camulos

Ranch, Ventura Co., Ca. Blue print with red and silver border. 5

copies; one with calculations on the back. n.d. A.3580-1021




Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1058 Labels: Choice Camulos Red Wine

Label: Choice Camulos red wine, Ignacio del Valle, Camulos

Rancho, Ventura Co. Cal. Blue print with red and silver border. 5

copies. n.d. A.3580-1021

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1059 Labels: Choice Camulos White Wine

Label: Choice Camulos White Wine, Ignacio del Valle, Camulos

Rancho, Ventura Co., Cal. Blue print with red and silver border.

17 copies. [Same as #1765 E; same as #483 A-B.] n.d. A.3580-1021

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1060 Letter: from Joe Pelaya to his godmother

Letter from Joe Pelaya to his godmother saying he is doing wll in

the army and wishing his mother not to worry about him. Mentions

that his godmother's son is at the same place as he although he's

never seen hm. Written on "Army and Navy Young Men's Christian

Association" stationary. Stationary's preprinted date is post 1909.

2pp. pfhw. n.d. A.3580-839

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1061 Notebook- Hardcover-belonged to R. F. del Valle

Notebook w/R. F. del Valle written on inside cover. Blank except

for the first page which contains numbered sayings from 1-44.

Hardcover. In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-1776

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1062 Notebook- Lined: belonging to R.F. del Valle

Blank 18p. softcover lined notebook published by A. Waldteufel

belonging to R. F. del Valle. n.d. A.3580-327

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1063 Notebook- Miscellaneous Poetry

Notebook of miscellaneous poetry. Handwritten, unsigned. 19pp.

In Spanish. n.d. A.3580-484-2

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1064 Page from a catalogue of Greek and Latin books

Page from a catalogue of Greek and Latin books. On one side is a

description of Virgil's Aeneid, on the other are descriptions of a

Greek introductory reader and a Greek grammer book. Printed. n.d. A.3580-997

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1065 Cardboard Box Top with a Print of 2 Women and a Pair of Gloves

Cardboard box top with a print of 2 women and a pair of gloves.

Most likely belonged to a glove box. 1 item, printed with an

embossed white and gold border. n.d. A.3580-960


Photograph Book- no author- "Odds and Ends: Santa Barbara and Gaviota

Pass" n.d. A.3580-1001

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1067 Photograph Book- Waite, C. B.- "Los Angeles"

Book of photographs of various placed in Los Angeles. Only the

cover is printed. Library number: 917.9493Wai n.d. A.3580-1001

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1068 Photograph Book- Waite, C. B.- "Rubio Canyon & Mt. Lowe Railway"

Book of photographs featuring Rubio Canyon and the Mt. Lowe

Railway. Library number: 979.493W134 n.d. A.3580-1001

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1069 Prayer Request- the late Rose du Sacre Coeur

Prayer request from the Sisters of Notre Dame Cathedral in San

Francisco for the late Rose du Sacre Coeur. 1p. Printed form with


Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1070 Prayer Request- the late Sister Mary Alphonsus

Prayer request from the Sisters of Notre Dame Cathedral in San

Francisco for the late Sister Mary Alphonsus. 1p. Printed form with


Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1071 Print - "Consecration of the Children of Mary" Print - "Consecration of the Children of Mary". n.d. A.3580-1019

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1072 Print: Illustration from Uncle Tom's Cabin

Colored illustration from Uncle Tom's Cabin with the caption "Uncle

Tom and Little Eva". Cacondono? is written in pencil at the bottom.

1p. pr. 8 + x 12 5/8". n.d. A.3580-999

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1073 Print- "LeAvenement de Jesus Dans Nos Ames" n.d. A.3580-T 34

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1074 Print- Lithograph: "Mojave Indians"

Illustrative print of Mojave Indians. Probably taken from a book,

journal, or magazine. 1p. In English. Printed. n.d. A.3580-999

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1075 Print- St. Camilo de Lelis

Print of St. Camilo de Lelis praying for a sick (dying?) man while

demons run away. Was once hung with pink ribbon. Damaged. In

Spanish? Printed. n.d. A.3580-999

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1076 Print (Color)- "Il S'est Charge de nos Iniquites n.d. A.3580-1019

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1077 Program- Commencement

Program to a commencement possibly of a convent or catholic

school. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-510

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1078 Program- Music Music program. 1p. Printed. n.d. A.3580-475 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1079 Program- Music- Grand Concert given by Students of Italian Musical Institute

Program to a Grand Concert given by students of the Italian

Musical Institute, which was concluded with a dance social. Item is

dated February 28. 4pp. Printed. n.d. A.3580-475 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1080 Program- Theatre: Turn-Verein Hall, Vol 3, No.'s 1 and 2. Turn-Verein Hall Vol. 3 #1, dated March 10- December n.d. A.3580-473 B

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1080 Program- Theatre: Turn-Verein Hall, Vol 3, No.'s 1 and 2. Turn-Verein Hall Vol. 3 #2, dated March 10 to December. n.d. A.3580-473 A

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1081 Progress Report- Weekly: from Professor Honorata

Weekly progress report from Professor Honorato addressed to

Dona Ysabela. Josefa Antonio and Ulpiano have the highest

marks. Handwritten in Spanish. 2pp. n.d. A.3580-2035

Row 28 Range 6 Box 013 Folder 1082 Souvenir Book- Feast of St. Ignatius in Rome, Italy

A souvenir booklet from Rome, Italy, commemortating the Feast of

St. Ignatius. Features accordian style pages with color illustrations. n.d. A.3580-884


Telegram- Pacific Postal Telegraph-Cable Co.: from Alonzo to Mrs. J. del V.

de Forster

Pacific Postal Telegraph-Cable Co. telegram from Alonzo of San

Francisco to Mrs. J. del V. de Forster of Los Angeles, telling her

that he's having money troubles and asking to have some wired to

him. 1p. pftyp. Span. n.d. A.3580-2034





Telegram- Western Union: from Dora Obiolo Tico and Ben Moraga to Mrs. J.

Forstu [Forster]

Western Union Telegram from Dora Obiols Tico and Ben Moraga

of Ventura, Ca. to Mrs. J. Forstu [Forster] of Los Angeles telling her

Tula died, and when the funeral would take pace. Item dated

September 5. 2pp. Printed. n.d. A.3580-601

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 1 Account Statement- Rosa Ruis with H. Behrends

Statement of account of Rosa Ruis de Abila with H. Behrends.

General items; mostly food and clothing. Balance due: $694.12.

4pp. In English. Printed form with handwriting. October 17, 1860 A.3580-763

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 2 Advertisement: Eugene Meyer & Co. City of Paris, Los Angeles CA A.3580-960 B

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 3 Ad- Williams Genuine Yankee Sons

Color advertisement for Yankee Soap, made in the laboratory of

Williams & Brothers. On the back is a printed message concerning

authenticity. 2pp. Printed in English. n.d. A.3580-1007

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 4

Blank book, 12"x 17". Each page headed with a letter of the

Spanish alphabet. Some pages lined, possibly for accounting.

Probably was bound once but the cover is missing as are the first 4

pages. 78pp. n.d. A.3580-1012 A

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 5 Calendar- Show & Hunt; 1900 and 1907

Show & Hunt [Grocers] complimentary calender for 1900. Picture

is a reproduction of A. F. Harmer's "Native Californian's Lasoing a

Bear". Show & Hunt Grocers complimentary calender for 1907.

Picture is a reproduction of A.. F. Harmer's "Giving Him a Lift" 1900 1907 A.3580-1458 A, D

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 6 Degree- Doctor of Theology

Degree of Doctor of Theology, granted to Jose Braulio Sagaseta

de Yeurdos. 2pp. In Spanish and Latin. Printed. February 2, 1836 A.3580-495

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 6 Certificate- Sale of Property

Certificate of Sale of Real Estate for non-payment of taxes of

property belonging to J. F. Forster; redeemed by Forster on Oct. 5,

1885. (purchased by S. Strohm) 2pp. In English. Printed form with

handwriting. March 2, 1885 A.3580-1979


Flyer: Los Angeles Aqueduct, Engineering Div.; Dance

Announcement A.3580-1006

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 8 Label- Produce- Home of Ramona Brand [Ventura, Ca.]

Color produce label with gold border. Reads: Home of Ramona

Brand. Camulos, Ventura Co., California. Copyrighted 1900 to U.

F. [Ulpiano?]del Valle. 1pp. Printed in English. 1900 A.3580-1021

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 9 Label- Produce- Hewes Park Brand Sunkist Lemons (Orange, Ca)

Gold bordered, color produce label. Reads: Hewes' Park Brand

Sunkist Lemons, grown and packed by D. Hewes, El Modena

Highlands, Orange Cal.

This item has no accession number and will be referred to as T 24


Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 10 Label- Produce- no title [bowl of oranges]

Color produce label with a picture of a bowl full of oranges beside a

fresh cut orange. Print made by the Los Angeles Lithographic Co.

[See also Folder 11 for duplicate label.] n.d. A.3580-1021

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 11 Label- Produce- no title [bowl of oranges]

Color produce label with a picture of a bowl full of oranges beside a

fresh cut orange. Print made by the Los Angeles Lithographic Co.

[Same as Folder 10.] n.d. A.3580-1021

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 12 Label: Ramona Brand Fancy California Oranges.

Label: Ramona Brand Fancy California Oranges. Camulos,

Ventura Co., California. [This produce label is the same as one

found in GC1066.] [This produce label is similar to one in Folder 8,

which has Del Valle copyright.] n.d. A.3580-1021

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 13 Legal Document- Copy of Stock Distribution to Antonio Del Valle's Heirs

Copy of stock distribution to Antonio Del Valle's heirs (Jacoba Feliz,

Ygnacio, Magdelena, Maria, Jose Antonio, Jose Ygnacio,

Concepcion, and Victor). Home made booklet, bound with thread.

5pp. In Spanish. ca. 1854 A.3580-1504


Four pages from Harper's Bazar containing New York fashion news and

miscellaneous items and advertisements. 4pp. Printed in English. November 13, 1875 November 13, 1875 A.3580-1010 A


Political Document- Proclamation of Election from Los Angeles Co. Board of

Supervisors

Proclamation of Election issued by the Los Angeles County Board

of Supervisors in English and Spanish giving location of precincts

and names of inspectors. 1p. Printed. November 8, 1864 A.3580-933 A

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 16 Magazine- The Homeless Child and Messenger of St. Joseph's Union

The Homeless Child and Messenger of St. Joseph's Union. Seems

to be a yearly publication with information about the lives of the

saint/religious leaders, and a summary of recent Union news. March 1886-1887 A.3580-932

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 17 Mortgage to Rancho Temescal

Mortgage to Rancho Temescal, very clearly written. Printed form

with handwriting. 4pp. In English. February 1, 1873 A.3580-1678




Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 17a Newspaper- La Fey en La Democracia, Vol 1 No. 4

Political newspaper La Fe en la Democracia, Vol. 1 No. 4 published

in Los Angeles, giving the ticket of the Democratic Party for the

election in Nov.; Cleveland and Hendricks, Pres. and V.P.;

Reginaldo del Valle for Member of Congress, 6th District. 4pp.

Span. prin. October 29, 1884 A.3580-939

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 17b Newspaper Clipping- Los Angeles Tribune- "Honor to Los Angelesà"

Newspaper clipping from the Los Angeles Tribune reporting the

appointment of R. F. del Valle as Chairman of the Democratic

Convention for the state and giving details of the Democratic Party

platform. 1p. Printed in English. May 16, 1888 A.3580-933 B

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 18 Newspaper- El Amigo del Pueblo [Los Angeles]

Newspaper giving world news and articles of interest. 4pp. Printed

in Spanish.

FRAGILE but paper isn't newsprint. November 30, 1861 A.3580-886

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 19 Newspaper- La Gaceta [Sta Barbara]

General newspaper with an historical account, international news

and advertisements. 4pp. Printed in Spanish. July 15, 1881 A.3580-1780


Supplement #5 to La Gaceta, year 2. Contains the Democratic

National Ticket with Grover Clevelenad for president and Reginaldo

del Valle for Congress. 1pp. Printed in Spanish. October 13, 1884 A.3580-1781


La Gaceta, vol 3 # 110. With Democratic ticket and an article

defending Reginaldo del Valle. 1pp. Printed in Spanish. October 17, 1884 A.3580-1782

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 22 Newspaper- Los Angeles Tribune

Pages 13 and 14 of Los Angeles Tribune, featuring lots of

advertisements and short articles of interest. 2pp. Printed in

English.

this item has no accession number and will be referred to in this

collection as T 19a August 20, 1887 A.3580-T 19 A

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 23 Newspaper- The Sunday Oregonian

Two page newspaper of short stories and articles of interest. 2pp.

Printed in English. January 20, 1929 A.3580-997


Newspaper Clipping- Biographical Sketch of Juan Bautista Alvarado from La

Republica

A lengthy sketch of the life of Juan Bautista Alvarado written on the

occasion of his death on July 13, 1882 by Manuel Castro for La

Republica a newspaper in San Francisco. 1p. Printed in Spanish. August 5, 1882 A.3580-933 C

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 25 Newspaper Clipping- Los Angeles Times

Newspaper page with an article about the death of Charles

Lummis. 2pp. Printed in English. January 2, 1928 A.3580-997-16

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 26 Portrait [drawing]- Del Valle, Sra Isabel

Drawn portrait (charcoal?) of Sra. Isabel Del Valle. Unsigned. 1

item. n.d. A.3580-1018-1

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 27 Portrait [engraving]- Den, R. S., M.D.

Black and white print of an engraving made by H. B. Halls Sons,

NY and marked "R. S. Den, M.D" at the bottom. 1 item. n.d. A.3580-1000-1

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 28 Portrait [engraving]- Forster, John?


NY. Signed "Your's respectfully, John Forster". 1 item. n.d. A.3580-1000-2

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 29 Portrait [engraving]- Warner, J. G.


NY. With J. G. Warner's signature at the bottom. Appears to

have been framed once. 1 item. n.d. A.3580-1000-3

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 30 Print [color]- "Maria"

Color lithographic print of Maria [Virgin Mary?]. Made by Druck v A.

Holzer in Berlin? 1 item. n.d. A.3580-1010 B

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 30a Book: Music- Black with handmade illustrations.

Black music book with hand made illustrations. The book contains

music for Mass at the Camulos Rancho 11pp. Printed form with


Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 31 Color prints (2): "Virgin and Child" and "St. Francis Xavier" A.3580-1019 A

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 32 Print- "Sta. Isabel"

Colored print of St. Isabel. Original by Bin (?) Bodin. Plastic taped

over picture and picture glued to a cardboard backing. With a

paper frame. n.d. A.3580-999

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 33 Print of an effigy of Jesus Christ A.3580-1019 B

Row 26 Range 7 Box 001ov Folder 34 Print of Virgin Mary and Baby Jesus being worshipped A.3580-T 22

Row 26 Range 6 Box 002ov Scrapbook 1880's A.3580-1794

Row 26 Range 6 Box 002ov Framed Print- "N. D. de Lourdes"

Framed print of the apparition of Lourdes. Print looks like a

magazine clipping with captions written in French. Two paper

strips were used for matting and the framed looks like plaster

painted a dark brown. n.d. A.3580-1019 A

Map Case 16 Folder 35

Legal Document- Certification of Articles of Incorporation of "Del Valle

Company"

Certification of Articles of Incorportation of "Del Valle Company" by

C. F. Curry, Sec. of State, Calif. 1p. Printed form with handwriting. April 27, 1908 A.3580-2015

Map Case 16 Folder 36 Deed Selling Rancho de Cahuenga to Andres Pico of Los Angeles.

Deed whereby Ramone de Galdo of San Francisco sells Rancho

de Cahuenga to Andres Pico of Los Angeles for the sum of $3,000.

3pp. In English. Printed form with handwriting. September 5, 1854 A.3580-1009 C




Map Case 16 Folder 37 Lithograph- "Nostra Domini/Septem Dolorum"

Black and white lithographic print of Mary holding Jesus after his

being taken down from the cross. Print made by Langlume? 1pp.

French. Printed. n.d. A.3580-999-6

Map Case 16 Folder 38 Lithograph- "St. Paul Ice Palace, 1889"

Color Lithographic print advertising a January Winter Carnaval at

St. Paul, MN. Ad reads: compliments of E. S. Norton Real Estate,

St. Paul, Minn. 1pp. Printed in English. 1889 A.3580-999

Map Case 16 Folder 39 Print- "Residence and Farm of S. Huff, San Leandro, Ca."

Black and white print of S. Huffs home and farm in San Leandro,

Alameda County, Ca.

This item has no accession number and will be referred to as "T

21" in this collection. n.d. A.3580-T 21

Map Case 16 Folder 40 Newspaper- The Daily Morning Call [San Francisco]

Special Publication of the Daily Morning Call a San Francisco

weekly newspaper giving sketches of all of the members of the

legislature for 1880, a copy of their signatures and various political

cartoons. 4pp. Printed. 1880 A.3580-1770

Map Case 16 Folder 41 Ad- Poster for American Agriculturist, Vol 20 Advertisement: Poster for "American Agriculturist, Vol. 20. 1861 1861 A.3580-1397

Map Case 16 Folder 42 Newspaper- The Evening Express [Los Angeles]

The Evening Express. 4pp. Printed in English.

FRAGILE!! August 14, 1886 A.3580-1785

Map Case 16 Folder 43 Newspaper- The Tribune [Los Angeles]

The Tribune. 2 leaves, 4pp. Printed in English.

EXTREMELY FRAGILE!!

this item has no accession number and will be referred to as "T 20"

in this collection. December 28, 1886 A.3580-T 20

Map Case 16 Folder 44 Newspaper- Los Angeles Tribune

Los Angeles County Assessment, 1887 from the Los Angeles

Tribune. A list of property assessed to unknown owners. 4pp.

Printed in English.

FRAGILE!! August 20, 1887 A.3580-T 19 B

Map Case 16 Folder 45 Newspaper- The Porcupine [Los Angeles]

The Porcupine, vol 5, no. 13. 8pp. Printed in English.

FRAGILE!! January 31, 1885 A.3580-1789

Map Case 16 Folder 46 Newspaper- Los Angeles Herald the Los Angeles Herald, vol 26, no. 1. 8pp. Printed in English. October 5, 1886 A.3580-1788

Map Case 16 Newspaper- El Clamor Publico 4pp. Printed in Spanish. December 27, 1856 A.3580-885

Map Case 16 Newspaper- Santa Barbara Gazette

1 + page eulogy of D. Jose Antonio de la Guerra y Noriega from

the Santa Barbara Gazette. Printed in English. 8pp. February 18, 1858 A.3580-1783

Map Case 16 Newspaper- Part of the Daily Graphic [New York]

Portion of the Daily Graphic, a New York pictorial newspaper

showing photographs of the first Democratic State Convention held

in Los Angeles at the Academy of Music; contains a picture of Hon.

R. F. del Valle, Chairman. 4pp. Eng. Prin. May 31, 1888 A.3580-1938

Map Case 16 Map- the United States and Their Territories

Nineteenth century map of the United States. 1pp. Printed in

English. late 19th Century A.3580-487

Map Case 16 Map- Langley's San Francisco Directory's City Guidemap Guidemap to the city of San Francisco. 1pp. Printed in English. 1876 A.3580-488

Map Case 16 Map- Plat of Rancho Temiscal

Plat of Rancho Temiscal owned by Ygnacio del Valle. Map of

territorial boundaries of Rancho and township. Uns. 1pp. In

English. ca. 1880 A.3580-1616

Missing

Advertisement (3' x 6') for the American Agriculturist, a journal

published by Orange Judd in New York City. The paper was first

established in 1842. Price $1.00 per year in advance. 1p. Eng.

prin. See envelope 14-a 2'x 4'advertisement very similar [see also

#1397] 1861 A.3580-1391
