After young Francísco Alvarado and his Indian friend Migúel meet a mysterious stranger named Luis, they set out on a journey with Francísco's cousin María looking for a buried treasure. The adventure was sparked by a map accidently left at the Rancho Vallecitos de San Márcos in old California. Thinking they will have a day of fun looking for the treasure, the three youngsters find more excitement than they could have imagined, including an eye-witness account of the Battle of San Pascual. Francísco's Gold is a blend of exciting fiction and historical fact which will hold the attention of readers both young and old. Those who have followed the writings of Scott O'Dell will surely enjoy this book also.
Uplanda more fitting name could not have been chosen. The city is nestled among the foothills at the base of the San Gabriel Mountainsbetter known to the old-timers as the Sierra Madres. Upland has a rich history, dating back to rancho days of the early 1800s, then through the land boom of the 1880s, into agricultural times, cityhood in 1906, and coming of age in the 20th century. Although the city has changed, Upland has held onto some of its rural atmosphere and charm and remains a beautiful and warm place. Those who visit enjoy it, but those who live within Uplands outstretched arms and the shadow of her peaks truly love it.
Upland--a more fitting name could not have been chosen. The city is nestled among the foothills at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains--better known to the old-timers as the Sierra Madres. Upland has a rich history, dating back to rancho days of the early 1800s, then through the land boom of the 1880s, into agricultural times, cityhood in 1906, and coming of age in the 20th century. Although the city has changed, Upland has held onto some of its rural atmosphere and charm and remains a beautiful and warm place. Those who visit enjoy it, but those who live within Upland's outstretched arms and the shadow of her peaks truly love it.
Uplanda more fitting name could not have been chosen. The city is nestled among the foothills at the base of the San Gabriel Mountainsbetter known to the old-timers as the Sierra Madres. Upland has a rich history, dating back to rancho days of the early 1800s, then through the land boom of the 1880s, into agricultural times, cityhood in 1906, and coming of age in the 20th century. Although the city has changed, Upland has held onto some of its rural atmosphere and charm and remains a beautiful and warm place. Those who visit enjoy it, but those who live within Uplands outstretched arms and the shadow of her peaks truly love it.
The City of Upland celebrated its centennial in 2006 with a great pride of the past and a great anticipation in the future. Century of Community examines the community from a historical perspective with an aim to understanding its future through its past.Lavishly illustrated, this full color, oversized hardcover book chronicles our rich past and paints a vivid picture of the "City of Gracious Living." Long timers and newcomers alike will find the history of their hometown fascinating. This treasury of archival photographs, illustrations, and historical artifacts and the profiles of personalities and places provide a greater understanding and appreciation of our thriving City of Upland.
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