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A November calendar page featuring Veterans Day. The title is also written in Spanish (Noviembre). There are two ads at the bottom of the page: one features a wedding picture and a short inscription memorializing the passing of Angel and Mercedes Martines by Rachel Martinez Donis on the right. The other is a phone number and address for the Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society on the left. The calendar text reads "In loving memory of my parents, Angel and Mercedes Martinez. With love, Rachel Martinez Donis."
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A black and white photo of Private Isidro S. Diaz, born in Tucson, Arizona in 1892, settled in Casa Blanca, and served in the U.S. Army during World War I. He stands posing with his rifle in front of tents for this photograph. The calendar text reads "Pvt. Isidro S. Diaz, born in Tucson, Arizona in 1892, settled in Casa Blanca and served in the U.S. Army during WWI. Photo courtesy of Jose Diaz."
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An October calendar page featuring Yom Kippur and Columbus Day. The month is written in both English and Spanish (Octubre). There are two ads on the bottom of the page, both written in English: one is a mortuary's phone number. The other is a phone number for a local towing company, Double Towing.
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Three women preparing for Covered Wagon Day in San Bernardino in 1947. In the photo are Ramona and Rosie Hernandez, who are sisters along with their sister-in-law, Lillie Zaragoza Hernandez. They are dressed up in formal attire, makeup, and jewelry. The photo was processed by Gonzalez Studio. The calendar text reads "Girls night out, 1947! Sisters Ramona and Rosie Hernandez with sister-in-law Lillie Zaragoza Hernandez. Photo courtesy of Jess Hernandez Jr."
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A September calendar page featuring Rosh Hashanah and Labor Day. The title is also written in Spanish (Septiembre). At the bottom of the page are two ad boxes, one is for Robert's Fine Arts and Framing company and the other is a remembrance post from the Jesse Ybarra Family thanking their recently deceased grandfather for fond memories. The calendar text reads "In loving memory of our Father, Father-inlaw, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, for all the special moments you shared with us. With love, the Jesse Ybarra Family."
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Mary Bermudez and friends working in a citrus packing house. They are standing in front of a conveyor belt laden with citrus and behind them are boxes stacked high to the ceiling. All of them are wearing semi-formal and casual dress attire. The calendar text reads "Mary Bermudez and friends working at the packing house. Photo courtesy of Dorothy B. Hernandez."
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An August calendar page with the bilingual title (Agusto). There are two advertisements: one states the contact information and address for MDS Transcription Service, owned by Yolanda Venegas. The other displays an image of a bull with a matador for the Zacatecas Cafe (since 1963), along with its number, fax, and address.
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Early 1940s-Members of the Venegas, Lozano, and Vasquez Families from the E-side neighborhood of Riverside. They stand posing with their daughters and sons for a photo in Hemet during the apricot season. Calendar text reads "Early 1940s-Members of the Venegas, Lozano, and Vasquez Families from the E-side community, working in Hemet during the apricot season. Photo courtesy of Manuel Venegas."
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Group photo of members of the Venegas, Lozano, and Vasquez Families from the Riverside Eastside neighborhood. They stand posing with their daughters and sons for a photo in Hemet during the apricot season. The photo includes men, women, teens, and very young children as well, they sit and stand on and around wooden crates. The calendar text reads "Early 1940s-Members of the Venegas, Lozano, and Vasquez Families from the E-side community, working in Hemet during the apricot season. Photo courtesy of Manuel Venegas."
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July calendar page featuring Independence Day. The title is also written in Spanish (Julio). There are two ads: one is a Psychology Services phone number. The other is an in memoriam inscription and photo of Alberto Romero. It states he fought at Argonne Forest, France 1918-1919 in WWI. His son, Richard Romero, wrote it. The calendar text reads "In loving memory of my Father Alberto Romero (10/12/1893 to 9/21/1979), served in the U.S. Army during WWI, saw action in Argonne Forrest, France (1918-1919). Richard Romero."
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June calendar page, also titled in Spanish (Junio), featuring holidays: Flag Day and Father's Day. There are two ads: one for Psychology Educational Services Inc.s and it displays the practice's lead doctor, contact information, and addresses. The other, written by his son Richard Romero, is an in memoriam inscription and photo of Alberto Romero (10/12/1893 - 9/21/1976), who fought at Argonne Forest, France during 1918-1919 in WWI. The calendar text reads "In loving memory of my Father, Alberto Romero (10/12/1893 to 9/21/1979), served in the U.S. Army during WWI, saw action in Argonne Forrest, France (1918-1919). Richard Romero."
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This photo depicts the Mexican Bermudez Family posing for a photograph likely taken prior to their immigration to the United States. They made their home in Riverside County. The family consists of two parents and their three young sons. The calendar text reads "The Bermudez Family leaving Mexico for the United States. Making their home in Riverside County. Photo courtesy of the Bermudez Family."
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This May calendar page, also titled in Spanish, features federal holidays, demarcated on its individual dates; they are Memorial Day and Mother's Day. There are two ads: one states the contact information and address for MDS Transcription Service, Yolanda Venegas .The other displays an image of a bull with a matador for the Zacatecas Café (since 1963), along with its number, fax, and address.
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Photograph of a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Casa Blanca, Riverside in 1910. The photo shows a large all-male Mexican band dressed in suits and young girls (likely elected reinas or queens) in white dresses and sashes. The photo is black and white. The calendar text reads "Cinco de Mayo celebration in 1910, in the community of Casa Blanca, Photo courtesy of Semona Valero."
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April calendar page featuring the First Day of Passover. The title is also written in Spanish (Abril). There are two ad boxes: one is a framing company. The other is an in memoriam inscription from the Jesse Ybarra Family thanking their recently deceased grandfather for the memories the family shared. The calendar text reads "In loving memory of our Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, for all the special moments you shared with us, With love, the Jesse Ybarra Family."
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The elementary school class photo was taken in 1925 at Casa Blanca Elementary School. The class is racially integrated featuring Mexican, white, and Asian children. The teacher, who appears to be a Latina, is standing in the back off to the right. The calendar text reads "Casa Blanca Elementary School, 1925. Photo courtesy of Riverside Metropolitan Museum."
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This March calendar page features traditionally Catholic religious holidays, in additional to other federal holidays, demarcated on its individual dates; among them is Good Friday and Palm Sunday. The title is written in Spanish. There are two ads on the bottom of the page, both written in English: one is a mortuary's phone number. The other is a phone number for a towing company.
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The calendar page features a photo of several construction workers (white and Mexican American) helping to build a Catholic church in the Eastside neighborhood of Riverside. Two of the construction workers are wearing suits while they pose pouring cement. There is also someone posing with blueprints. Only the unfinished frame of the building is visible. The calendar text reads "Construction of St. Francis de Assisi Catholic Church in the E-side in 1923. Photo courtesy of Riverside Metropolitan Museum."
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This February calendar page features a traditionally Catholic religious holiday, in additional to other federal holidays, demarcated on its individual dates; among them is ash Wednesday. The title is also written in Spanish. There are two ads: one features a wedding picture and short inscription memorializing the passing of Angel and Mercedes Martinez by Rachel Martinez Donis. The other is a phone number for the Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society. Calendar text reads "In loving memory of my parent, Angel and Mercedes Martinez. With love, Rachel Martinez Donis."
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The calendar image depicts a Catholic church building's frame being constructed in the Casa Blanca neighborhood within the City of Riverside, California. A large local group of people stand posing in front of the building for a photograph. The photo was taken in 1923 and includes young children in addition to adults, many of whom appear to be Latino. Calendar text reads "St. Anthony Catholic Church being built in Casa Blanca in 1923. Photo courtesy of Riverside Metropolitan Museum."
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A calendar page for January 2008 featuring New Year's Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. An advertisement for Enrique Martinez, a State Farm agent, is in the lower left-hand corner. The Spanish word for January, Enero, is also on the calendar. At the bottom is an inscription memorializing the death of Cpl. Dario G. Vasquez, Born on Dec. 19, 1919, and passed away on April 2, 1943, at age 24. US Company C 6th Army infantry in North Africa. The calendar text reads "In loving memory of Capt. Dario G. Vasquez (12/19/1919 to 4/2/1943) served in the U.S. Army, Co. "C" 6th Army Inf. in North Africa. With love to the Gilbert Vasquez Family."
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A professional black and white photograph of Jesse Reyes Ybarra, wearing glasses and a light-colored 5-piece suit. He was born on Sep. 18, 1916, and passed away on April 13, 2007 at the age of 91. He was the Director of the Community Settlement House in Riverside from 1959-1981. It was his wish that this historical Riverside calendar project is brought into being, and the image states he was a beloved community leader. Calendar text reads "In Loving Memory Jesse Reyes Ybarra Born September 18, 1916, San Antonio, Texas Passed Away April 13, 2007, Riverside, California Graveside Service Riverside National Cemetery Thursday, 11:15 A.M. April 19, 2007. This Calendar is dedicated in memory of Mr. Jesse Ybarra due to his enthusiasm and motivation in launching this project. Mr. Ybarra was the Executive Director at the Community Settlement House in Riverside from 1959 to 1981. He touched many lives with his dedication, kindness, and goodwill; truly exemplifying the character of a very giving man. Mr. Ybarra will be greatly missed for his unselfish contribution of kindness and leadership to an entire community."
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Pre-WWII deployment image of military personnel. Many Latino men and one Latina female are in military uniform. Presumably a majority of which are Mexican American, standing and kneeling. Some posing with weaponry. The military personnel range from Navy sailors, both enlisted and officers, along with other branches of the military (possibly Army, Airforce, and Marine Corp). A few individuals are in suits, and other styles of clothing typically associated with masculinity or the U.S. military. The background building is of St. Francis de Assisi Catholic Church. The calendar text reads "Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society, 2008 Calendar, "Sharing Our History" Riverside, California."