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Pocket area family’s history dates back to 1865
Among the early day families of the Pocket area was the Rodgers – later Rogers – family, whose history in the area dates back to 1865. It was during that year that Albert, Joseph and John Mendes immigrated to the
Early Sacramento wineries experienced many challenges
Editor’s Note: This is part two of a two-part series regarding Manuel Silva Nevis and his wineries. When it comes to reviewing the history of early wineries of Sacramento, it is important to recognize Manuel Silva Nevis, who was associated
From poverty to riches: Sacramento man established historical Eagle Winery
Editor’s Note: This is part one of a two-part history series regarding Manuel Silva Nevis and his local wineries. Historically, one of the industries that stands out in the Sacramento area is wine manufacturing. Among the city’s wine manufacturing businesses
Sept. 11-themed, 25-year time capsule placed at St. Joseph Church
A very special event was held last Sunday, Nov. 6 in the Sacramento Delta town of Clarksburg at St. Joseph Church – a place of worship both historically and presently connected with the Pocket area – as members of the
Riverside-Pocket area has a rich, longtime tradition of fine home construction
In the early 1850s, Portuguese immigrants began to settle in the Pocket area. They had small, wood-frame houses with basic rooms built for them and their families. And eventually, larger and finer homes began to be constructed in the area
Funderland celebrates 65th anniversary
Thousands upon thousands of children have passed through the gates of Funderland, Land Park’s small-scale, old-fashioned amusement park for young children. And despite its longtime identity issue, as it is often overshadowed by or confused with its neighboring Fairytale Town,
Sacramento’s Victor Silva was a notable ship builder
Editor’s Note: This is part one of a two-part series regarding Victor Silva, a former resident of the Riverside-Pocket area. In the early years of the Riverside-Pocket area, the Sacramento River was a very important part of the livelihood and
Remembering Sacramento Mayor Clarence L. Azevedo
Various locally renowned people have established their homes in the Riverside-Pocket area at different times during the history of this historical community. And among these notable residents was former Mayor Clarence L. Azevedo. Clarence, who was born in Mountain View,
