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1 week ago

Berkeley, a Look Back: 1925 council OKs rezoning corner for mortuary

On July 25, 1925, the Berkeley City Council overturned a decision by the Planning Commission to approve a mortuary, facing opposition from previous mortuary proposals.
Social justice
Berlin
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Berkeley, a Look Back: City's July 4, 1925, events included 'Defense Day'

Berkeley's 1925 July Fourth celebration marked a blend of patriotism and military readiness amidst unusual rainy weather.
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Berkeley, a Look Back: 1925 fire season feared due to heavy undergrowth

A century ago, abundant rainfall led to concerns about wildfires and urban development in Berkeley.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

This Berkeley neighborhood is thriving except for one intersection. Can it stage a comeback?

The intersection of San Pablo and University avenues, once a vibrant gateway to Berkeley, is now marked by vacant storefronts, symbolizing urban decay amidst cultural richness.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago

Berkeley, a Look Back: City's church building boom underway in mid-1920s

The new Epworth University Church, dedicated on April 4, 1925, was designed to accommodate a growing congregation, featuring a sanctuary for 1,000 people and educational spaces.
East Bay (California)
SF politics
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 months ago

Berkeley, a Look Back: Firefighting services a hot topic in February 1925

Berkeley's 1925 civic planning focused on fire safety and policing improvements after the memorable 1923 fire disaster.
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
7 months ago

Berkeley, a Look Back: Key System train crash kills 8, hurts scores more

A train collision in Berkeley on Dec. 4, 1924, resulted in eight deaths and many injuries, prompting an investigation into preventive measures.
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