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Ross, California – The People,
The Places, The History |
This first, comprehensive history of the Town of
Ross and the surrounding valley has been the research and writing project of
a small group of Moya-RHS board members/historians for over four years. This
216 page book is beautifully hard-bound and full of historical stories, rediscovered
facts, and in-depth profiles of the people who pioneered the Ross Valley as
early as the 1850's. Over 120 rare, early Ross Valley photos and historic maps
illustrate the book.
The mission began with the desire to preserve for future generations, the already
fading history of our town (before the facts became untraceable). Information
in the book was researched at many California institutions, historical libraries
and societies. The authors/researchers scoured public records and historic documents,
and spoke with numerous locals to track down the stories.
To accomplish this mission, all six of the authors Bob Battersby, Preston Maginis,
Susan Nielsen, Gary Scales, Richard Torney, and Ed Wynne, freely contributed
their time, materials and skills. In an outreach letter to the community, they
were able to raise enough money to pay for a limited first edition printing
of 1,500 copies.
We are delighted to have finally accomplished our goal to preserve the Town's
history for future generations. We are proud to say that the book has turned
out to be informative, entertaining and quite beautiful.
The Moya Library-Ross Historical Society released the book to the public on
May 2nd at the Marin Art and Garden Center's Livermore Room, with a presentation
by the authors. The authors gave special recognition to Carla Ehat who had really
started work on the book so many years ago. The public response was overwhelming
and the sales were brisk.
To get your very own copy call Charlotte Levin at (415) 461-4816
The price is $40.00 payable by cash or check. Regretfully, the Society cannot handle credit cards.