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Tony "Blackie" Campos Jr. and a black woman dressed in formal wear dancing together at a formal event/party with two other guests in the background of the photo. The middle of the photo has a horizontal green reflection line. Photo is in color.
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The Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society 2010 calendar cover is titled, "Remembering Our Heroes." It has an image of seven servicemen saluting to a casket, standing on either side, of a late serviceman. In the lower left-hand corner of the picture, there is an inscription that reads "Honoring a Fallen Hero." The very bottom of the page states" Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society."
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A calendar cover for December/ Diciembre 2010 presents Dario Vasquez, a WWII Army veteran originally from Riverside, California. The three photos are in black and white, the top two of which are presumably from his days serving under the navy during WWII (1939-1945). The third photo underneath is of the Gold Star Mothers with a dedication description of that reads, "THE GOLD STAR MOTHERS (left to right) Maria Mollindo, Elizabeth Rangel, Delfina Vasquez, Inez Cabrera and Cornelio Macias (not present). Son's killed in action during WWII were Theodore Mollindo, Manuel Rangel, Dario Vasquez, Gus Cabrera, and Ventura Macias. The Memorial was located at Lincoln Park." On the far right a memorial description for Dario Vasquez reads, "Corporal Dario G. Vasquez was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on December 19, 1919. His family moved to Riverside, California where he was raised. He entered the Army in August, 1941. He completed his basic training at Ft. Knox, Kentucky and was then assigned to the 1st Armored Division 6th Infantry. His unit deployed to North Africa in the North African Campaign. He distinguished himself in combat and for bravery and valor was awarded the Bronze Star. He was killed in Action on April 2, 1943. He is memorialized at the North African American Cemetery in Carthage, Tunisia. He received the following Medals/ Awards:
Bronze Star Medal
Purple Heart
American Defense Service Medal
American Campaign Medal
European-African-Middle East Campaign Medal
World War II Victory Medal
Combat Infantryman Badge
World War II Service Lapel Button
With the exception of the Purple Heart, his family was unaware of the additional medals that were awarded to Corporal Vasquez. In September of 2009 a request was submitted to the National Personnel Records Archives to present all remaining awards/ medals to his oldest surviving brother, Gilbert G. Vasquez of Riverside, California. Elaine (Vasquez) Kist"
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A calendar cover page for November/ Noviembr 2010 presents five pictures of soldiers from the Inland Empire who served in different military branches over the 20th century. This is continuing from the previous calendar pages before this one in the calendar for starting from the June calendar page. Each image is captioned with the soldier's name, their army branch, and where they were from.Michael S. Lozano, a Vietnam War USMC veteran of Riverside. Manuel H. Venegas, a Vietnam War USMC veteran of Riverside. Edward P. Sandoval, an Army veteran (1969-1975) of Riverside. Adrian P. Ruiz, an Army veteran (1976-1982) of Belltown/Riverside. Angel Martinez, a WWII Army veteran of Riverside.
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A calendar cover page for October/ Octubre 2010 presents five photos of soldiers from the Inland Empire who have served in different branches during the Vietnam conflict era. This is continuing from the previous calendar pages before this one in the calendar for starting from the June calendar page. Each image is captioned with the soldier's name, their military branch, and where they were from. The one exception is Robert E. Erbe, who is only listed as being a retired colonel instead of where he was from. Henry Pasillas, a Vietnam War Army veteran of Casa Blanca. Robert E. Erbe, a Vietnam War Air Force veteran who retired as a colonel. Johnny Lopez, an Army veteran (1965-1967) of Riverside. Peter Campbassa, a Vietnam War USMC veteran of Casa Blanca. Richard (Bobo) Romero, a Vietnam War USMC veteran of Riverside.
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A calendar cover for September/ Septiembre 2010 presents six pictures of soldiers from the Inland Empire who served in different branches during the 1950s. This is continuing from the previous calendar pages before this one in the calendar for starting from the June calendar page. Each image is captioned with the soldier's name, their military branch, and where they were from. Roberto Garcia, an Air Force veteran of Riverside. Johnny Soliz, a WWII veteran (1955-1957) of Riverside. Johnny Carrillo, an Army veteran (1950-1952) of Riverside. Emmo Soliz, a Navy veteran (1951-1955) of Riverside. Nick Valadez, a Korean War Army veteran of Riverside. Jose F. Araiza, an Army veteran (1955-1957) of Coachella.
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A calendar cover page for August/ Agosto 2010 presents six pictures of soldiers from the Inland Empire who served in different branches during WWII. This is continuing from the two calendar pages before this one in the calendar for June and July. Each image is captioned with the soldier's name, their military branch, and where they were from. Pictured left to right: Chito Marquez, a WWII Army veteran of Casa Blanca. Juan C. Valdez, a WWII Army veteran of Casa Blanca. Frank Marquez, a WWII Army veteran of Casa Blanca. The Garcia brothers, Raul and Alfred, WWII Army veterans of Casa Blanca. John Marquez, a WWII Marine veteran of Casa Blanca. Philip Castro, a WWII Army veteran of Casa Blanca.
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A calendar cover page for July/ Julio 2010 presents six pictures of soldiers from the Inland Empire who served in different branches during WWII. This is continuing from the June calendar page from the previous page. Each image is captioned with the soldier's name, their military branch, and where they were from. Pictured left to right: Zeke Hernandez, a WWII Army veteran of Riverside. Leonard Zaragoza, a WWII Army veteran of Riverside. Manuel Bermudz, a WWII Army veteran of Riverside. Tom Valerria, a WWII Army veteran of Casa Blanca. Lupe Nevarez, a WWII Air Force veteran of Riverside. Joe M. Romero, a WWII Army veteran of Riverside.
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A calendar cover for June/ Junio 2010 calendar cover presents six pictures of soldiers from the Inland Empire who served in different branches during WWII. Pictured left to right, the inscriptions read "Avila Brothers - WWII, Ralph (Army), Daniel (Marine), Elias (Army) - Riverside; Barney Diaz - Navy WWII, Riverside; Michael German, Air Force WWII - Riverside; Jim Castro - Army WWII, Casa Blanca; Villegas Brothers - Daario and Smiley, Army WWII - Casa Blanca; Fidel Pasillas - Army WWII, Casa Blanca." Each soldier pictured is in their military uniform and in their respective positions in the military.
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A calendar cover page for April/ Abril 2010 calendar cover presents one photo of the Diaz family of 7, of which 4 were women and 2 were men who served in the Army during WWI. They are from Casa Blanca, California. The family portrait is in black and white, presumably from days serving under the Navy during WWI (1914-1918). The photo description on the bottom left corner reads "The Diaz family from Arizona settled in the community of Casa Blanca. Brothers Isidro and Barney Diaz served in the United States Army during WWI."
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A calendar cover page for March/Marzo 2010 presents photos of Ysmael Villegas, a WWII Army veteran originally from Casa Blanca, California. The 6 photos are in black and white, presumably from his days serving under the navy during WWII (1939-1945). There is a photo of his Army portrait, his medal with the caption reading "Dedication: His courage will always be and inspiration to all for he is our hometown hero, who left us so long ago," his gravestone and burial, a certificate of recognition under the county of Riverside from Mayor Ronald O. Loveridge on March 21st, 2004 stating "STAFF SERGEANT YSMAEL VILLEGAS DAY shall be recognized annually on March 21st in the City of Riverside, and on behalf of all our citizens, do hereby pay tribute to the bravery and spirit of Ysmael Villegas and all that it represents to the City and to our country," and of the Ysmael R. Villegas Middle School from present day. The memorial description of his wartime life at the top center reads, "SMILEY'S BRAVERY On March 20, 1945 his unit was in a forward position when they clashed with a strongly entrenched unit of the Japanese Army. Moving from man to man, while under scathing and direct fire, he encouraged his men to drive forward. Smiley took the initiative himself and in a rapid succession made direct frontal attacks on six fox holes containing Japanese gunners. He killed the occupants of the first five holes and was on his way to the sixth when a hail of enemy bullets killed him. Inspired by his gallantry, his men gained the crest of the heavily defended hill and swept the Japanese from the field. U.S. Army tersely-worded report."
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A calendar page for January 2010 featuring a photo of Johnny Sotelo, a WWII Navy veteran originally from Riverside, California. The four photos are in black and white, presumably from his days serving under the navy during WWII (1939-1945). There is a self-portrait in naval regalia, candids of him working, and one of Johnny posing with an unnamed navy mate.
On the far right of the calendar page, a memorial description reads, "The 2010 Calendar is dedicated in memory of Johnny Martin Sotelo; Father of the Eastside Community. Johnny came from humble beginnings, born at home on Eleventh Street on January 19, 1925, in Riverside. Growing up during the Depression, he worked with his family doing migrant farm labor work. He was proud of being an American of Hispanic Heritage, serving in the United States Navy submarine squadron in the Pacific during WWII. Family values, caring for others, especially the underprivileged were of great importance to Johnny. He was a definite role model for many, always believing all should be given an equal opportunity to learn and pursue their goals. Johnny was a community advocate, mentor, and businessman. His leadership in community committees and organizations were important to him. Johnny became Riverside's first Latino City Council Member, representing Ward Two in 1963. Johnny shared his wisdom and guided many. His legacy will always be honored, for he opened many doors in being the first. We lost Him on August 26, 2009; we'll all miss our dear friend Johnny. Linda Salinas-Thompson"
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The back cover page for the 2009 calendar made by the Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society, which features the name of the society, the twelve photographs featured in the calendar, an attribution for the front page photograph, and an attribution to the graphic designer of the calendar, Bernasconi Graphic Design. The photographs date from the 1940s and feature buildings and group portraits. The price of the calendar is also displayed on the lower right hand corner as $10.
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An end page featuring a message from the founders of the Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society, detailing the compilation of the calendar and the collection of photos and histories from members of the community. The message ends with goals for future activities within the community by the RCMAHS, including a yearly event during Hispanic heritage month and signed by Linda Salinas-Thompson and Rudy Soliz Diaz. A small notice for advertisements or memorials in future calendars follows. In the upper right hand corner, a picture featuring two rows of Latino men dressed in baseball uniforms against a background of people is placed with the inscription "Late 1940's 'Casa Blanca Aces' baseball team."
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An end page detailing the mission statement of the Riverside County Mexican American Historical Society, as well as the names of of the RCMAHS Board and the Committee Members in one column. On the side, the quote "We need to preserve the history we helped build" is featured along with a wedding photograph of Jesse Reyes Ybarra and Velia G. Ybarra, and the inscription "In honor of Jesse R. and Velia G. Ybarra; July 3, 1942." Jesse was a PFC in the US Army Medic Corps during World War Two (from 1942-1945) and lived in San Antonio, Texas, as well as living in Riverside. Jesse died in 2007 and Velia died in 2003; both are buried at the Riverside National Cemetery.
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A white, generic calendar page for the month of December, 2009. The month is spelled out at the top in both English and Spanish. The first day of Chanukah and Christmas day are noted on the eleventh and twenty fifth respectively. Two advertisements are featured on the bottom of the page in rectangular cutouts, one for a restaurant named Taco Station and one for the Preston and Simons Mortuary, both on Mission Inn Avenue in Riverside, California. The advertisement for Taco Station features the Taco Station's logo, a badge emblem.
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A picture of a row of men who all, except for one, are in white band uniforms and are posing with their instruments. One of the men is posing with a drum that says "Casa Blanca Band C.P.M" on the front. The inscription below reads "Casa Blanca had a marching band in the early 1900's which performed in parades and fiestas. Photo courtesy of Dennis Garcia."
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A white, generic calendar page for the month of November, 2009. The month is spelled out at the top in both English and Spanish. The federal holidays of Veteran's Day and Thanksgiving day are demarcated on the eleventh and twenty sixth respectively. Election day is marked on the third and the holiday of Dia de los Muertos is marked on the first. Two advertisements are featured on the bottom of the page in rectangular cutouts, one for Daniel Castro, a bail bond agent, on 14th Street, and one for Riverside Community College District, both in Riverside and Riverside County, California.
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A picture of a dilapidated house, overgrown by trees and brush. The house is composed of a wooden structure and a roof, framing an adobe structure. The inscription below the picture reads "This crumbling house was one of the last remaining structures on the La Placita property. Founded in 1845 this community was originally known as 'La Placita de los Trujillos' after its founder Lorenzo Trujillo, and was located on the east side of the Santa Ana River. It was later just referred to as 'La Placita.' The La Placita community along with the Agua Mansa community (located on the west side of the Santa Ana River) were the first non-Native settlements and had the first church and school. La Placita was a recognized community of Riverside until 1926. Photo courtesy of Riverside Public Library."
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A white, generic calendar page for the month of October, 2009. The month is spelled out at the top in both English and Spanish. The federal holiday of Columbus day is demarcated on the twelfth of October and the holiday of Halloween is demarcated on the thirty first of October. The end of Mexican Heritage Month is noted on the fifteenth of the month. Two advertisements are featured on the bottom of the page in rectangular cutouts, one for a restaurant named Leon's Mexican Food on Evan's Street and one for a printing and copying center named Clone Copy on Arlington Avenue in Riverside California. The advertisement for Leon's Mexican Food features a graphic of a head wearing a sombrero and holding a drink and a taco. The advertisement for Clone Copy features three bunnies standing on their hind legs.
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Two pictures of Checkie's Cafe in Riverside, California. The first picture features the front door to the restaurant, with the name and street number above it. The second picture features several customers posing while sitting in front of the bar. Behind the bar is two staff members, the wife of the owner and a cook. The inscription below the image reads "Checkie's Cafe (October 1946) located at 4120 Park Avenue in Riverside was a favorite spot for many locals. Behind the counter is Helen Hernandez, Checkie's Wife, and Calistro, the cafe's cook. Photo courtesy of Granddaughter Jeanne E. Skeen."
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A white, generic calendar page for the month of September, 2009. The month is spelled out at the top in both English and Spanish. The federal holiday of Labor Day is demarcated on seventh of September. The beginning of Mexican Heritage Month and Mexican Independence Day are demarcated on the fifteenth and sixteenth of September respectively. The Jewish holidays of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are demarcated on the eighteenth and twenty seventh of September respectively. Two advertisements are featured on the bottom of the page in rectangular cutouts, one for MDS Transcription Service on Ironwood Drive in Riverside California and one for State Farm, an insurance company. The advertisement for State Farm also notes a specific state farm agent, Yolanda Vasquez-Meier, in Colton, California. Both advertisements feature the logo of each company.
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A picture of Abigail Chavez and his Latin American band, "Abbie Chavez Orchestra" in radio room. The six members featured pose with their respective instruments. A piano fills one side of the picture and there seems to be a barrier between the orchestra and the camera. The inscription below the photograph reads "Abbie Chavez, from West Riverside, and his five piece orchestra in the 1940's on the KPO radio show at El Sombrero. Photo courtesy of Mario Chavez."
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A white, generic calendar page for the month of August, 2009. The month is spelled out at the top in both English and Spanish. No federal holidays are listed. Two advertisements are featured on the bottom of the page in rectangular cutouts, one for a tow service on Cridge Street named Double Towing and one for a restaurant named Zacatecas Cafe on University Avenue, both in Riverside, California. The advertisement for Double Towing features a picture of a contemporary tow truck. The advertisement for Zacatecas Cafe features a graphic of a man waving a red cloth at a bull.
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A picture of a funeral dating from the 1930s. A large group of people ranging in age and gender stand or sit in a wide semi-circle around a coffin in a cemetery in Riverside, California. The coffin is adorned with flowers on top of it and a priest is seen behind the coffin. Most of the people present are looking at the camera, towards the viewer. Many of the people pictured are wearing black mourning clothes or formal dress, while many are wearing informal everyday clothing. An inscription below the picture reads "A funeral attended by family and friends, in the early 1930's, at the Evergreen Cemetery. Photo courtesy of Johnny Sotelo."