Papers of William Andrew Spalding, 1861-1941.

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Papers of William Andrew Spalding, 1861-1941.

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The collection consists of letters, manuscripts, documents, and photographs related to Spalding's life and interest in Los Angeles civic affairs. There is correspondence (1861-1941), business papers (1883-1929), and drafts of speeches (mainly given before Los Angeles civic organizations). Also included are Spalding's autobiography and additional biographical material.

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Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens

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Spalding, William Andrew, 1852-1941

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William A. Spalding, Los Angeles journalist and civic leader, came to Los Angeles in 1874. He was business manager of the Daily herald and city editor of both the Evening express and the Los Angeles times (1886). He became a vice-president of the Los Angeles times. Spalding engaged in fruit growing for several years and was one of the organizers of the California Fruit-Growers Exchange. He served on several municipal commissions, was a founder and board member of the Los Angeles Museum of Natura...