"Electrical brain for new signal" [and] "Depot depicted by Vista artists", 1970-09-03; 1970-09-09
Scope and Contents
"Chuck Hill (left), and Gil Scott, electrical engineers, made final adjustments in control box on South Santa Fe Avenue which set in motion an eight-phase traffic light system at the new alignment of East and West Vista Way. The system, which cost $44,000, was part of the $151,000 cost used to complete the project at Santa Fe Avenue." Similar images in envelope, as well as additional images related to 1970-09-03 article with photography by Daniel Flores Rio with following caption for the published image: "A group of artists take time out to paint Vista's old and picturesque train depot which was closed late last year by the Santa Fe Railroad. The depot served the community for 53 years as a passenger and freight and telegraph station. The city is currently negotiating with the railroad company to lease the structure for possible use as a chamber of commerce office or an art museum. It was recently painted fire engine red."
Dates
- Other: 1970-09-03; 1970-09-09
Creator
- Rios, Daniel Flores (Photographer, Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The Dan Rios papers are currently undergoing processing and are open for research. The department has internal documentation over what is in individual envelopes and can search for people, places, and events from 1968 - 2001 in advance of any visits so that we can ensure we have materials on hand for researchers. Please contact Special Collections in advance to request access.
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Extent
From the Collection: 222.31 Linear Feet (186 containers totaling 195 boxes and drawers of various sizes, roughly sized like postcard boxes. Metal containers house 2 or 3 drawers each.)
Language
From the Collection: English
Materials Specific Details
medium format b&w
Repository Details
Part of the CSUSM Special Collections Repository
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