Volume 77 - July, 2006
QUARTERLY POTLUCK GENERAL MEETING - 7/25/06, 6:00 pm
7997 California Avenue
Please remember to bring a casserole, salad, or dessert to share with others.
Editors: Susan Burmaster & Marilyn Pearce
Publisher: Jim Pearce
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Volume 77 - July, 2006
QUARTERLY POTLUCK GENERAL MEETING - 7/25/06, 6:00 pm 7997 California Avenue Please remember to bring a casserole, salad, or dessert to share with others. Editors: Susan Burmaster & Marilyn Pearce Publisher: Jim Pearce |
President's Message:
| This is my second message as your President. I'll start off with an appeal for your reading and approval of the changes that have been made by the By- Laws Revision Committee chaired by Joe Dobrowolski. The proposal is now posted on our website, www.fairoakshistory.org, and you will be receiving a copy in the October newsletter for ratification at the annual general meeting in October. Please think about new officers |
for 2007. A nominating committee will be in place during the July meeting. In order
to support our museum we need to think about projects that would raise funds - the
Board needs ideas from the membership. In the past we have relied on our dues
and raffles for extra money. I would also like to have a membership drive and get
our membership up to 200 members.
Thank you, Warren
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Vice-President's Message:
Program: July 2006
I am in contact with the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire Department, Hook and Ladder Club, and
local history buffs on the history of Sacramento area fire departments. I hope to have a program with the fire
department history and safety education at July’s meeting.
A Recap of April 2006’s Program:
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Chip Fong for sharing his knowledge and information about
the Veterans' History Project. Chip is a Naval Aviation veteran. His interest in the personal
stories of veterans is helping to add to American’s rich history. Without his dedication and that of many
other volunteers, these stories would be lost.
Chip served in the Navy for 4 years with Fighter Squadron 92. After his separation from the Armed Services,
he went on to complete a 25-year career with the California State Police and the California Highway
Patrol. Chip not only devotes his time to the Veterans' History Project but he is also a docent with the
California State Railroad Museum. Hopefully, Chip will help with a history lesson on trains for one of our
programs in the future.
This program on the Veterans' History Project is coming just in time for our veterans and their families.
By making themselves available, they can share their personal knowledge about their involvement during
World War II and Korea. We need to do this before all of our World War II and Korean War veterans are
gone…so that they will never be forgotten.
If you have a story to tell, please contact me and I will put you in contact with Chip Fong and the Veterans'
History Project. You can call me at (916) 944-4812 or e-mail me at sherrywood1949@yahoo.com.
If you have an idea or suggestion for a future program topic, please let me know. I want to bring historical
topics of interest to all of you.
Sales of Images of America FAIR OAKS
The society has sold many copies of the 2006 Fair Oaks pictorial book. We have only 160 left. Copies
will be available at the July meeting for $20.00.
Fire Department History
Docent's Report:
The Fair Oaks Fiesta was on May 6 and 7. The History Center
had an exhibit in the Old Library Building with displays of
old toys, dolls, quilts, soap making and library memorabilia.
Two laptop computers with information about our Historical Society
and local photos ran throughout the event.
Many thanks to the committee who were responsible for the
displays: Larry & Dorothy Huggett, JoAn & Gordon Heidt,
Fran Sargent, Rose Ann Lamb, Pete White, Lois Frazier and
Jim Pearce. Thanks also to members who were docents helping
to answer questions and welcome visitors.
L to R: Gordon, Rose Ann, Larry, Dorothy, JoAn, Lois & Fran
Viola Snyder
Sadly, Viola May (Stout) Snyder, a long time member of our society and, in days of yore,
worked at Stark's Pharmacy, passed away this June 26. She will be greatly missed by her
friends and family.
On May 27, the Fair Oaks Cemetery District celebrated its
8th annual Memorial Day . This year they honored the Purple
Heart Medal Recipients. Speeches, music and refreshments
were enjoyed by approximately 200 people. Many people said
how they enjoyed all the good cookies donated by our society members.
Thank you everyone!
The History Center is open every second Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Thanks to the following people who have been docents this year including
Diana Lennon, Lois Frazier, Larry & Meg Smart, JoAn & Gordon Heidt,
June Melvin plus Warren & Janet McWilliams. If you would like to
be a docent, please call Lois at 967-2967.
right: Jean, Lois & Cel serve
The following four entries were submitted to Ray Burmaster, chair of the logo project, who presented them to the Board. They are now ready for your selection and vote at the July meeting. Please join us for this next step. It will be used on publications, stationery and the website. Our newsletter banner will keep its logo designed by the Huggett's son Rand and Iva Langness.
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A Holiday Treat
In December 2005, Diana Lennon entertained the Gordon Heidt's
and some members of their immediate family for lunch at her home.
Gordon Heidt, 4th. from the right, is the grandson of John H.
Cunningham. Jo An Heidt, Gordon's wife, is 4th. from the left.
Mr. Cunningham came to Fair Oaks from Brewster, Minnesota in
l896. He is the builder of the home at 7789 Sunset Ave., of which
Diana Lennon is the present owner.
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Many THANKS from Marilyn!
Marilyn Dupray on the left, with help from Fran Sargent, has taken over the Ways & Means responsibilities. She may have called you already, or may in the near future, to bring an item for the evening's raffle. The money generated from the donations furthers our organization's programs. She appreciateds all those who have participated! |
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Previous Owners:
Present Owners: Jess and Nancy Fowler
Jane Whitnack, a Fair Oaks Historical Society member, suggested we seek out this home for our article. In 1993, she did a series of notecards depicting old homes in Fair Oaks. A sample is the ink drawing above which is the featured colonial home this issue.
The present owners, Jess and Nancy Fowler and their three sons, bought the home in 1997. They have made major changes in the landscape including a beautiful swimming pool and terraced lawns. The large lot is canopied with massive oaks.
The architecture of this home has been retained. The main house has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, dinning room and basement. There is a mother-in-law’s quarters containing 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Presently, the owners share it as a "get-away" area. In the future, either of their mothers will be welcome to live with them!
The former family, the Boldini’s from Chicago, upgraded the kitchen during their ownership. It is said that the chandelier in the dinning room came from Al Capone's home.