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Title
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Aftermath of Saint Francis Dam Disaster
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General Collection
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Images in this collection represent various people, places, and subjects pertaining to Ventura County.
Still Image
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Title
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Aftermath of Saint Francis Dam Disaster
Creator
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Isensee, B.
Publisher
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Museum of Ventura County
Date
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1928 March
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The copyright to this image has not been determined. These images are intended for personal or research use only. Please contact library staff for rights determinations and additional uses.
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Black and white photograph
18 x 28 cm
Language
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English
Type
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Image
Identifier
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15392
Coverage
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California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Source
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Oliva Collection, 1988
Description
An account of the resource
View of debris following the Saint Francis Dam disaster. Groups of people visible walking through the rubble.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Saint Francis Dam (Calif.)
Dam failures--California
Dam Failures
Dams
Debris
Disasters
St. Francis Dam
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Title
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Cars Driving By Saint Francis Dam Debris, Santa Paula
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General Collection
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An account of the resource
Images in this collection represent various people, places, and subjects pertaining to Ventura County.
Still Image
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Cars Driving By Saint Francis Dam Debris, Santa Paula
Creator
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Unknown
Publisher
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Museum of Ventura County
Date
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1928 March
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Format
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Black and white photograph
11.3 x 6.8 cm
Language
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English
Type
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Image
Identifier
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3238
Coverage
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California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Santa Paula (Calif.)
Description
An account of the resource
View of a row of early automobiles driving past debris left by the Saint Francis Dam failure.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Saint Francis Dam (Calif.)
Dam failures--California
Relation
A related resource
3229, 3230, 3231, 3232, 3233, 3234, 3235, 3236, 3237, 3239, 3240, 3241, 3242, 3243, 3244, 3245, 3246
Automobiles
Cars
Debris
Disasters
Floods
St. Francis Dam
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Title
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Saint Francis Dam Damage, Santa Paula
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General Collection
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An account of the resource
Images in this collection represent various people, places, and subjects pertaining to Ventura County.
Still Image
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Title
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Saint Francis Dam Damage, Santa Paula
Creator
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Unknown
Publisher
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Museum of Ventura County
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1928 March
Rights
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The copyright to this image has not been determined. These images are intended for personal or research use only. Please contact library staff for rights determinations and additional uses.
Format
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Black and white photograph
11.3 x 7 cm
Language
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English
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Image
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
3237
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Santa Paula (Calif.)
Description
An account of the resource
View of group of people standing together looking over damaged trees and destroyed structure. Standing structure visible in background.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Saint Francis Dam (Calif.)
Dam failures--California
Relation
A related resource
3229, 3230, 3231, 3232, 3233, 3234, 3235, 3236, 3238, 3239, 3240, 3241, 3242, 3243, 3244, 3245, 3246
Debris
Disasters
Floods
St. Francis Dam
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Title
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Crowd Looking Over Saint Francis Dam Debris, Santa Paula
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General Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Images in this collection represent various people, places, and subjects pertaining to Ventura County.
Still Image
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Title
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Crowd Looking Over Saint Francis Dam Debris, Santa Paula
Creator
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Unknown
Publisher
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Museum of Ventura County
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1928 March
Rights
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The copyright to this image has not been determined. These images are intended for personal or research use only. Please contact library staff for rights determinations and additional uses.
Format
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Black and white photograph
11.3 x 7 cm
Language
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English
Type
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Image
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
3236
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Santa Paula (Calif.)
Description
An account of the resource
View of a crowd looking over damage from the Saint Francis Dam Failure. Some of the crowd looking at pile of debris in center of view. In background, other individuals are visible walking through the debris.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Saint Francis Dam (Calif.)
Dam failures--California
Relation
A related resource
3229, 3230, 3231, 3232, 3233, 3234, 3235, 3237, 3238, 3239, 3240, 3241, 3242, 3243, 3244, 3245, 3246
Crowds
Debris
Disasters
St. Francis Dam
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Title
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Alejandro Ruiz Oral History
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Title
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Voices of Ventura County
Description
An account of the resource
Voices of Ventura County Digitized Oral Histories is a remarkable collection that commemorates the rich tapestry of Ventura County's history over the past 150 years. Curated from the extensive archives of the Museum of Ventura County's Research Library, these fifteen oral histories bring to life the diverse stories and experiences of the county's inhabitants.
Thanks to a partnership with CAPS Media, this invaluable selection of oral histories has been expertly digitized, ensuring its preservation and accessibility for generations to come. From the experiences of indigenous communities to the challenges and triumphs of modern-day Ventura County, these oral histories shed light on the region's evolution.
Each account reflects the unique perspectives and lived experiences of individuals who have witnessed the county's transformation firsthand. Through their voices, we gain a deeper understanding of Ventura County's cultural, social, and economic development.
Voices of Ventura County Digitized Oral Histories stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of the county and the resilience of its people. It is a celebration of community, culture, and the power of storytelling to bridge the gap between past and present.
Creator
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Museum of Ventura County
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
August 2023
Oral History
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Transcription
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A transcript of this oral history is available as a .pdf in the Research Library's book and serials catalog, viewable <a href="https://m94040.eos-intl.net/elibsql16_M94040_Documents/OHTR_RUIZ_ALEJANDRO_2002.pdf">here</a>.
Original Format
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Audio recording
Duration
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01:23:39
Bit Rate/Frequency
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192kbit/s
Interviewer
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Bofenkamp, Alan
Interviewee
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Ruiz, Alejandro
Location
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Fillmore (Calif.)
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Title
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Alejandro Ruiz Oral History
Creator
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Museum of Ventura County
Publisher
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Museum of Ventura County
Date
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2002 June
Rights
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Copyright Museum of Ventura County. All rights reserved.
Format
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mp3
Language
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English
Type
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Sound
Identifier
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OH_RUIZ_ALEJANDRO_2002
Coverage
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California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Piru (Calif.)
Description
An account of the resource
Interview with Alejandro Ruiz about his life in Piru, work on Rancho Camulos, and his Yaqui heritage and family roots in Sonora, Mexico. Ruiz began working on Rancho Camulos in the 1930s and worked there for 50 years.
Content Warning: The following oral history may contain outdated language and may include terms that are considered offensive by today's standards. Listener discretion is advised.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Piru (Calif.)--History
Agricultural laborers
Rancho Camulos (Calif.)--History
Yaqui Indians
Agricultural Workers
Native Americans
Ranchos
St. Francis Dam
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Title
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St. Francis Dam Flood Near Bardsdale
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General Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Images in this collection represent various people, places, and subjects pertaining to Ventura County.
Still Image
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Title
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St. Francis Dam Flood Near Bardsdale
Creator
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Bernie's Photo Shop
Publisher
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Museum of Ventura County
Date
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1928-03-16
Rights
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Language
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English
Type
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Image
Identifier
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25460 OS
Coverage
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California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Bardsdale (Calif.)
Description
An account of the resource
Panorama of the landscape east of Bardsdale flooded by the St. Francis Dam Disaster. A farmhouse or barn is visible at the bottom of the panorama, on the edge of the flooded landscape.
Text in bottom right of photo reads, "Flooded Area East of Bardsdale / Ventura Co. Calif. / March 16, 1928 / Bernie's Photo Shop / Ventura Calif."
Format
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Panorama
24.7 x 123.5 cm
Black and white photograph
Subject
The topic of the resource
Saint Francis Dam (Calif.)
Floods
Landscapes
Dam failures--California
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Donated by: Ynez Haase, 1992
Charles Outland Collection
Floods
Landscapes
Panoramas
St. Francis Dam
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Title
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Flooded Area Saticoy to Santa Paula, 1928
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General Collection
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An account of the resource
Images in this collection represent various people, places, and subjects pertaining to Ventura County.
Still Image
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Flooded Area Saticoy to Santa Paula, 1928
Identifier
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2869 OS
Description
An account of the resource
Flooded area Saticoy to Santa Paula, 15 Mar. 1928. Flooding followed St. Francis Dam Disaster, March 12, 1928.
Creator
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Bernie's Photo Shop
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1928-3-18
Subject
The topic of the resource
Saint Francis Dam (Calif.)
Dam failures--California
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Saticoy (Calif.)
Santa Paula (Calif.)
Publisher
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Museum of Ventura County
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Image
Language
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English
Rights
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The copyright to this image has not been determined. These images are intended for personal or research use only. Please contact library staff for rights determinations and additional uses.
Format
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Black and white photograph
Panorama
25 x 147 cm
Dam Failures
Floods
Santa Clara River Valley
Saticoy
St. Francis Dam
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Flooded Area at Ventura and Los Angeles County Line, 1928
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General Collection
Description
An account of the resource
Images in this collection represent various people, places, and subjects pertaining to Ventura County.
Still Image
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Flooded Area at Ventura and Los Angeles County Line, 1928
Identifier
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2868 OS
Description
An account of the resource
"Flooded area at Ventura-Los Angeles Co. line showing Edison
Camp site 18 Mar. 1928." Flooding followed St. Francis Dam Disaster, March 12, 1928.
Creator
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Bernie's Photo Shop
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1928-3-18
Subject
The topic of the resource
Saint Francis Dam (Calif.)
Dam failures--California
Coverage
The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant
California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Los Angeles County (Calif.)
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
Museum of Ventura County
Type
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Image
Language
A language of the resource
English
Rights
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The copyright to this image has not been determined. These images are intended for personal or research use only. Please contact library staff for rights determinations and additional uses.
Format
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Black and white photograph
Panorama
25 x 128 cm
Dam Failures
Floods
Santa Clara River Valley
St. Francis Dam