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Window #9 – Menus & Memories

Window #9 – Menus & Memories

Location: Sweet Susie’s, 437 W. 6th Street, San Pedro, CA

SAN PEDRO RESTAURANTS FOUND IN CITY DIRECTORIES IN THE ARCHIVES:

 —1920s

Annex Grill Café – 515 S. Beacon

Catalina Lunch – Catalina Terminal Building

Cliff House Café – 4342 S. Pacific Ave.

Dairy Lunch – 179 Fish Harbor Wharf E. San Pedro

Dairy Lunch Café – 107 W. 6th

Golden Lion Café – 507 Front

Harbor Candy Kitchen and Lunch – 292 W. 6th

Harbor Confectionary Luncheonette – 1133 S. Pacific Ave.

Jim’s Lunch Room – 421 Front

Kirby Bros Union Lunch Room – 112 W. 5th

M & L Café First National Bank Building – 207 W. 6th

Market Lunch Counter – 247 W. 6th

R and N Lunch – 121 W. 5th

Salt Lake Lunch – East San Pedro

Ship Café – 527 Front

— 1930s

A & F Café – 224 Ocean Ave.

Boyer’s Malted Milk Shop – 706 S. Pacific Ave.

Club Lunch – 111 W. 7th

The Cookery – 323 W. 7th

Elgin Café – 331 W. 7th

Excellent Café – 287 W. 6th

Golden Gate Café – 108 W. 6th

Good Eats Coffee Shop – 418 S. Beacon

Goodfellows Grill – 531 S. Harbor Blvd.

New Richelieu Café – 436 S. Beacon

Palace Grill – 232 W. 7th

Saddlerock Café – 123 W. 6th

Silver Lion Café – 507 S. Harbor Blvd.

YMCA Café – 921 S. Beacon

—1940s

Balkania Café – 111 W. 6th

Criterion Café – 519 S. Harbor Blvd.

Four Winds Café – 102 E. 4th.

Happy Days Café – 140 S. Pacific Ave.

Hi Hat Barbeque – 796 Wilmington and San Pedro Rd.

Klondike Café – 115 N. Pacific Ave.

Point Fermin Park Café – 745 Paseo Del Mar

Silver Lion Café – 507 S. Harbor Blvd.

Stevedore Café – 200 Pilchard, Terminal Island

YMCA Café – 921 S. Beacon

— 1950s

Acapulco Café – 128 W. 5th

Alhambra Café – 216 11th

American Café – 407 S. Harbor Blvd.

Angelo Coffee Shop – 615 ? S. Beacon

Ann’s Dine & Dance – 1105 N. Gaffey

Azteca Café – 403 S. Palos Verdes

B & B Café – 1908 S. Pacific Ave.

Barrel House Café – 1323 S. Pacific Ave.

Battan Café – 425 S. Beacon

Bridge House Café – 247 N. Gaffey

Bus Stop Café – 561 N. Front

Cabrillo Coffee House – 1101 S. Palos Verdes

Café New Yorker – 527 S. Beacon

Chicken on the Wing – 414 S. Gaffey

Chinese Eagle Chop Suey Café – 139 N. Pacific Ave.

City Hall Café – 641 S. Beacon

Cottage Café – 204 N. Gaffey

Criterion Café – 519 S. Harbor Blvd.

Cuddle Snack Bar – 1439 S. Grand Ave.

Day & Night Lunch – 546 S. Beacon

Duffy’s Café – 354 W. 6th

Edna’s Café – 320 S. Pacific Ave.

Ellen’s Café – 220 S. Harbor Blvd.

Ellis Charly – 514 S. Mesa

El Submarino Café – 232 W. 6th

Elwood Café – 133 W. 5th

George’s Sandwich Shop – 733 S. Palos Verdes

Globe Lunch – 200 W. 6th

Gold Star Café – 535 S. Pacific Ave.

Golden Café – 1015 S. Pacific Ave.

Golden Gate Café – 111 E. 6th

Goldie’s Café – 126 W. 6th

Green Spot Café – 2601 S. Pacific Ave.

The Hamburger Hut – 824 S. Gaffey

Harbor Coney Island Café – 441 S. Harbor Blvd.

Hi Hat Café – 796 N. Front

Hobby Nobby – 615 S. Pacific Ave.

Judy’s Café – 2202 S. Pacific Ave.

Knight Lunch – 1110 S. Pacific Ave.

La Conga Café – 302 W. 7th

Lassen’s Café – 1621 S. Pacific Ave.

Lido Café – 440 S. Beacon

Little Club Café – 1100 S. Pacific Ave.

Log Cabin Café – 444 S. Beacon

Luigi’s Restaurant – 919 S. Gaffey

Mac’s Café – 109 E. 5th

Madame Café – 1321 S. Pacific Ave.

Mary & Jess Café – 210 W. 6th

Mary’s Café – 104 S. Pacific Ave.

Original Coney Island Café – 621 S. Beacon

Our Café – 421 S. Beacon

Palos Verdes Café – 827 Palos Verdes

Park View Café – 746 Paseo Del Mar

Pilot Café – 3821 S. Pacific Ave.

Point Fermin Park Café – 745 Paseo Del Mar

Puddy’s Café – 1927 S. Pacific Ave.

Puerto Rico Café – 136 W. 6th

Radio Café – 791 S. Seaside Ave.

Royal Café – 639 S. Beacon

St. Francis Café – 221 W. 5th

Scandia Café – 901 S. Palos Verdes

Short Stop Café – 1403 S. Pacific Ave.

Silver Dollar Café – 425 S. Harbor Blvd.

Silver Lion Café – 507 S. Harbor Blvd.

Skipper Inn – 115 W. 6th

Snack Shack – 1739 S. Pacific Ave.

Spot Café – 2139 S. Pacific Ave.

Stewart’s Café – 255 E. 22nd

Terminal Lunch Room – 718 Tuna

Waugh’s Malt Shop – 869 W. 9th

White Swan Café – 115 E. 6th

Yacht Club Café – 301W. 6th

— ca. 1960 

Adrien’s – 1909 S. Pacific

American Café – 949 S. Seaside Ave,TI

Bailey’s Café – 2253 S. Pacific

Bank Café – 547 S. Beacon

Barrel House Café – 1323 S. Pacific

Bea’s Café – 380 W. 7th St.

Bilina Café – 210 W. 6th

Bill’s Café – 2134 S. Pacific

Borinquen Café – 136 W. 6th St.

Cabrillo Coffee House – 1101 S. Palos Verdes

Café New Yorker – 527 S. Beacon

Canetti’s Seafood Grotto – 309 E. 22nd St.

Chin’s Garden – 1936 S. Pacific

Chuck Wagon – 757 N. Front St.

Cigo’s – 915 S. Pacific Ave.

City Hall Café – 641 S. Beacon St.

Crest Café – 381 W. 22nd St.

Criterion Café – 519 S. Harbor Blvd.

Del Rio Café – 121 W. 6th St.

Dinner Plate – 462 W. 7th St.

Don’s Kitchen – 120 N. Gaffey

Duffy’s Café – 354 W. 6th St.

Eddie’s Café – 121 W. 5th St.

El Puerto Café – 134 N. Harbor Blvd.

El Triumfo Café – 407 S. Harbor Blvd

Ellis’ Charly Café – 559 S. Pacific

Famous Coney Island Café – 535 S. Harbor Blvd.

Fireside – 600 S. Gaffey

Fisherman’s Club – 115  W. 6th St.

Frank’s Chop Suey – 615 S. Beacon

Franki’s  – 1110 S. Pacific

Gene’s Coffee Shop – 1403 S. Pacific

Giorgio’s Little Capri – 2601 S. Pacific

Glady’s Café – 437 S. Harbor Blvd.

Golden Café – 1015 S.Pacific

Golden Gate Café – 111 E. 6th St.

Granada Café – 336 W. 7th St.

Hamburger Hut – 824 S. Gaffey

Happy Café – 347 S. Palos Verdes

Harbor Coney Island – 441 S. Harbor

Harold’s Place – 1908 S. Pacific

Harry’s Café – 105 E. 22nd St.

Helenic Center – 619 S. Beacon

Hickory Pit Café – 430 E. Palos Verdes

Hobby Nobby – 615 S. Pacific

Indian Room – 952 S. Pacific

JV Pacific Grill – 1324 S. Pacific

La Pasadita Inn – 532 S. Palos Verdes

Lankford’s Café –  318 S. Gaffey

Lassen’s Café – 1621 S. Pacific

Leo’s Malt Shop – 419 W. 2nd St.

Log Cabin Café – 444 S. Beacon

Loy’s Tony Café – 1430 S. Gaffey

Ludo Club – 440 S. Beacon

Luigi’s Restaurant – 919 S. Gaffey

Lupe’s – 1136 S.Pacific

Madame Café – 1321 S. Pacific

Majestic Café – 262 W. 7th St.

Maple Leaf Malt Shop – 293 W. 6th St.

Mrs. Menie’s Café – 569 W. 6th St.

Mickey’s Dine & Dance – 1105 N. Gaffey

Mildred’s Café – 609 S. Beacon

Mirror Room Inc. – 694 W. 9th St.

Mitchell’s Café – 215 N. Pacific Ave.

Mountain View Café – 1502 S. Pacific

Navy Café – 264 E. 22nd St.

O’Brien’s Café – 711 N. Front St.

Old Fashion Hamburgers – 405 S. Gaffey

Ollie’s Café – 641 N. Harbor Blvd.

Olsen’s Café – 589 W. 9th St.

Original Coney Island Café – 621 S. Beacon

Our Café – 421 S. Beacon

P E Fountain – 510 S. Harbor Blvd.

Pacific Café – 731 S. Pacific

Palos Verdes Café – 827 S. Palos Verdes

Paris Café & Bar – 1017 S. Centre

Park View Café – 746 Paseo del Mar

Paul’s Café – 598 W. 10th

Pearl Harbor Café – 433 S. Beacon

Peppy’s – 584 W. 9th St.

Pilot Café – 3821 S. Pacific

Plaza Coffee Shop – 29127 S. Western

Pt. Fermin Park Café  – 745 Paseo del Mar

Porthole Café – 535 S. Beacon

Pucks Coffee Shop – 906 S. Gaffey

Ral’s Café – 414 S. Gaffey

Reimer’s Malt Shop – 2331 Alma

Rice Bowl Café – 402 S. Beacon

Roma’s – 29107 S. Western

Royal Café – 639 S. Beacon

Ryp’s Café – 710 Weymouth

Sabella’s Café – 733 S. Palos Verdes

Scandia Café – 901 S. Palos Verdes

Service Inn Café – 420 S. Beacon

Silver Dollar Café – 425 S. Harbor

Smuggler’s Cove – 633 S. Mesa

Speck’s Café – 202 E. 1st St.

Spinnaker Inn – 2500 Miner

Spot Café – 2139 S. Pacific

Starlite Club – 1928 S. Pacific

Tapa Room – 1017 S. Beacon

Teal’s Wood Barbeque – 232 W. 4th St.

Tex’s Café – 109 E. 5th St.

22nd St. Landing Café – 141w. 22ns St.

Vera Cruz Café – 102 E. 4th St.

Vista Del Oro Café – 875 W. 9th St.

Waffle Shop – 1033 S. Pacific

Waldorf Inn – 209 W. 6th St.

Walker’s Café – 700 Paseo del Mar

Whirley Bird Café – 120 W. 7th St.

White Swan Café – 113 E. 6th St.

Yacht Café – 301 W. 6th St.

Zarapa Café – 108 E. 4th St.

— ca. 1970 

Ante’s Restaurant – 356 W. 5th St.

A & W Root Beer Drive-In – 1341 S. Gaffey

Chicken Delight – 530 S. Gaffey

Chin’s Garden Restaurant – 1936 S. Pacific Ave.

Cigo’s – 915 S. Pacific Ave.

Danny’s Coffee Shop – 1103 S. Gaffey

Delaney’s Restaurant – 2440 S. Western Ave.

Far East Restaurant – 1047 S. Pacific Ave.

Francisco’s Catering Service

– 631 W. 7th

Hobby Nobby Coffee Shop – 615 S. Pacific Ave.

Jack Chin’s Rickshaw Inn – 1432 W. 8th

La Paloma – 112 S. Pacific Ave.

Little Fisherman – Berth 73

J.J. Newberry Co. – 940 N. Western Av

Olsen’s – 589 W. 9th

Peppy’s – 584 W. 9th

Ports O’ Call Restaurant – Berth 76

Princess Louise – Berth 236, TI

 Rum Runner– Berth 83Tasman Sea– 29601 S. Western Ave.Tony’s – 2111 S. Pacific Ave.

Vista Del Oro Café – 875 W. 9th St.

Yankee Whaler Inn – Berth 75

Joseph Yankovich Café  – 559 S. Pacific Ave.

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Join Us For Some Special Celebrations “What We Join Us For Some Special Celebrations

“What We Love About San Pedro”

Saturday, February 24th - Come and Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the San Pedro Bay Historical Society

Sun, March 3rd - Celebrate San Pedro’s 136th Birthday - Coffee, Tea, Cookies & Cupcakes will be served in celebration!

Both events will be held at the Muller House Museum, 1542 S. Beacon St.

1:00 to 4:00 p.m. each day

Discover the history of San Pedro’s memorable people and places through old photos, rarely seen artifacts from the society’s archives, and in conversations with local authors and museum docents.

Free entry, but donations are appreciated

For more information, phone 310-548-3208.

We look forward to seeing you! 
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Photo 1: Municipal Building or "City Hall" under construction. ca 1927 or 1928 
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Photo 2: The gathered group of women is the Native Sons of the Golden West, meeting in the old YMCA building on Beacon Street, more recently known as the Harbor View House. Rudecinda Sepulveda de Dodson can be seen in the middle at towards the right seated in an armchair and wearing a mantilla. 
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Photo 3: Jadran baseball team, made up of young men of Croatian heritage 
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Photo 4: An auto heads north along Pacific. The intersection is 9th & Pacific. 
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Please consider becoming a member of the San Pedro Bay Historical Society. Your membership will include discounts on all event tickets, priority on exclusive limited attendance events and special events just for members. We have some exciting field trips planned this year. Don't miss it!
Another Historical Landmarks Plaque Dedicated On Another Historical Landmarks Plaque Dedicated

On a sunny December 15, the latest historical landmarks plaque was unveiled at Sue Speth’s lovely Craftsman home directly overlooking Cabrillo Beach. Fittingly, the plaque commemorates the house as “The Cliffside Craftsman.” It was built in 1914, when the southern end of San Pedro was considered far from the center of town, though it was connected by a line of the Pacific Electric.
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Sue opened her home to all who attended the event and provided delicious refreshments. Standing on the front porch steps, she explained the history of the Craftsman aesthetic and the social context in which this architectural style flourished. Drew Leach, a representative from Councilman McOsker’s office, spoke, and later Kelly Cross from Supervisor Janice Hahn’s office presented an illuminated certificate to mark the occasion. 
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The Cliffside Craftsman was formerly the home of Sue’s mother, Nan Roberts, and Nan’s husband, Bill. Both played a major role in the restoration of our Muller House Museum. Nan was largely responsible for finishing the beautiful African gumwood mantels and wainscoting in the museum, as well as the doors and the many windows. She likewise took on the huge task of refinishing the extensive interior woodwork of the Craftsman. Some of the woodwork is visible in the photos below. When you’re out Cabrillo Beach way, look for this San Pedro landmark
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We hope you will join us at our next Historical Landmarks Plaque Ceremony. Check back for upcoming details.
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Wishing you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday Season. Wishing you all a Happy and Joyous Holiday Season. May your days be Merry and Bright.
Annual Members’ Meeting, Election, & Guest Speak Annual Members’ Meeting, Election, & Guest Speaker 

Saturday, November 18th – Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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We’re excited to have Caroline Brady as our invited speaker at the annual meeting. 
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Caroline is executive director of Friends of the Cabrillo Aquarium and president of the Rotary Club of San Pedro. 
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Her topic, “What’s New at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium” previews how this community gem is growing to serve the public and the marine environment.
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Non-members are invited to attend the meeting and learn about the SPBHS
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Each year the Society elects members for the board of directors and offices. This year the nominees are:
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Officers
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President: Mona Dallas Reddick

Vice President: Linda Howat

Secretary: Frank Anderson

CFO (Treasurer): Gina Bellous

Directors at Large

Marylynn Amiot

Bob Bartlett

Donna Dragich

Andrea Luse

John Mattson

Joe McKinzie

Kara McLeod

James Moebus,

Krystyna Oakes

Toni O’Donnell

Chuck Short

Ann Tompkins

Mary Jo Walker
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The board meets monthly to conduct regular business except for August and December. Its members serve on society committees and volunteer in other capacities. The regular meeting day is the second Monday of the month, 4:30 p.m., at the Muller House Museum.
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At the moment, two board positions are open. If you are interested in being nominated to fill a board seat, please send a message to sanpedrobayhistoricalsociety@gmail.com. The nominations chair will contact you. Nominees must be members in good standing with yearly dues paid. 
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LOCATION: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 1648 W. 9th StreetTo park, enter the Masonic Lodge driveway off 9th and head to the back.
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A walkway leading to the church buildings is accessed from the parking lot.
Please Join Us * SPBHS Annual Spirited Event at th Please Join Us
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SPBHS Annual Spirited Event at the Muller House
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Saturday, October 21st – 5:00 PM
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Enjoy a spirited night of tarot card reading, spooky stories, candlelight tour, make your own witchy potion bottles and a photo op area. Refreshments will be served.
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All this for the ghostly low price of only $10.00 per soul
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Email sanpedrohistory@gmail.com for reservations. Or purchase tickets on our website.
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Must be 13 and over to attend!
Did you get your tickets to our Annual Wine and Be Did you get your tickets to our Annual Wine and Beer Taste, this Saturday, September 30th from 3 pm to 6pm at the Muller House Museum? 🍷🍺
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Get over to our Website to purchase.
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Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon overlooking the waterfront, sampling fine wines, local craft beers, and tasty hors d'oeuvres.
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Plus:  Bidding on EXCITING Silent Auction items. Space is limited. Don't Miss The Fun!
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SPBHS Members: $25.00 Non-Mmbers: $30.00 
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TICKETS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE. Link in Bio 
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For more information:  310-365-8873 or email at sanpedrohistory@gmail.com
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To comply with our liquor permit, No One under the age of 21 will be admitted. 
Your ticket(s) will be held at the gate.
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1542 S Beacon St., San Pedro, CA 90731
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Proceeds support the San Pedro Bay Historical Society.  Thank you!
San Pedro Bay Historical Society Annual Wine and B San Pedro Bay Historical Society Annual Wine and Beer Taste at the Muller House Museum.
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1542 S Beacon St., San Pedro, CA 90731
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Saturday, September 30th, 2023 - 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
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Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon overlooking the waterfront, sampling fine wines, local craft beers, and tasty hors d'oeuvres.
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Plus:  Bidding on EXCITING Silent Auction items.
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Space is limited. Don't Miss The Fun! 
SPBHS Members: $25.00 Non-Mmbers: $30.00
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ONLINE TICKETS: sendomatic.com/winetaste
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For more information:  310-365-8873 or email at sanpedrohistory@gmail.com
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To comply with our liquor permit, No One under the age of 21 will be admitted 
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Your ticket(s) will be held at the gate. Proceeds support the San Pedro Bay Historical Society.  Thank you!
This Saturday - August 26th * Come hear about the This Saturday - August 26th
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Come hear about the exciting military history of Fort MacArthur and the Palos Verdes Peninsula with writer and lecturer Jim Shneer.
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Saturday, August 26th at 11:00am at the San Pedro Regional Library. 
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A free presentation sponsored by the San Pedro Bay Historicsl Society.
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See you there.
The Muller House Museum is open on the first two S The Muller House Museum is open on the first two Sundays of the month, except holidays.
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Visit this August on the 6th or 13th, 1:00-4:00 pm, last tour at 3:30pm. 
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Free, but donations are gratefully accepted. 1542 S. Beacon Street.
San Pedro Bay Historical Society Presents Huge Yar San Pedro Bay Historical Society Presents Huge Yard Sale at the Muller House Museum SATURDAY, JULY 29TH from 8am to 1pm:
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Fine China--Haviland, Noritake, Depression Glass, Housewares, Large Old Crock, Loads of Jewelry, Tools, Craftsman Chain Saw, Newer Printer, Fax Machine, Bags of Legos, Quality Toys, Books-Children & Adult, Curios, Linens, Artwork, Collectibles, 78rpm Records of Croatian Music, Wringer Washing Machine, Wicker Baby Buggy, Small 70s Dining Table & Chairs, Holiday Items. San Pedro High and Dana yearbooks at our Archives Table!
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All sale proceeds support the historical society's archives and Muller House Museum. We are an all-volunteer, non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization.
Don’t miss “I Build The Tower” the story of Don’t miss “I Build The Tower” the story of Simon Rodia and the Watt’s Towers. Warner Grand Theatre, Sunday, July 30th at 3pm. FREE, but reservations are required @EventBrite.com. Brought to you by the LA Harbor International Film Festival and LA City Councilmember Tim McOsker.
Annual Yard & Boutique Sale * Please join us for o Annual Yard & Boutique Sale
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Please join us for our Annual Yard & Boutique Sale on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at the Muller House Museum, 1542 S. Beacon Street.
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8 AM to 1 PM
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EVENT DETAILS:
We’re maintaining the tradition of fabulous prices and an eclectic selection:
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Housewares
China
Jewelry
Tools
Toys (lots of Legos this time)
and many practical items
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Your help with preparations for the sale and on the day of the sale is always appreciated. Please let us know in advance if you would like to participate.
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Phone: 310-548-3208
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Email: sanpedrohistory@gmail.com
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Sale Hours: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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