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Den, Bell, and Luton Families Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-07
Abstract

The papers of the Den, Bell, and Luton Families are focused largely on land ownership by brothers Nicholas and Richard Den, early settlers of Santa Barbara and Los Angeles, and their heirs. They highlight the transition in land tenure during the Mexican period and early years of California statehood as well as the inner operations of land and oil development in Santa Barbara County during the first part of the twentieth century.

Dates: 1784 - 1974

Dwight Murphy Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-25
Abstract

The Dwight Murphy Papers are a small collection of six (6) documents related to Murphy's end of life planning and his equestrian interests.

Dates: 1960 - 1975

Edward W. Vernon Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS-39
Abstract The Edward W. Vernon papers contain materials accumulated by Ed Vernon during his research for two history books he authored on Baja California missions and maritime history. The materials include correspondence, research notes, field notes, photographic materials, maps, site plans, journals, secondary materials, and digital assets.Ed Vernon was a successful entrepreneur, engineer, and Southern California native. He served during World War II and later founded Development...
Dates: 1533 - 2015