San Diego's Kensington (Images of America)
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| Rating | : | 4.80 (887 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1467126721 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-02-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Ideal location, well-preserved architecture, and the small-town sensibilities of longtime residents combine to make Kensington a unique and desirable place.. Prominent people such as Judge Joseph Rutherford, Sarah Fitzpatrick Harden, G. The development of Kensington Manor, Kensington Heights, Talmadge Park, and adjacent subdivisions would bring Spanish-style houses, tree-lined streets, and a commercial core. The mid-city San Diego neighborhood of Kensington was conceived as a streetcar suburb. The principals involved in developing Kensington were also involved in creating the 1915 Panama-California Exposition in Balboa Park, and it was hoped that the throngs attracted to the exhibition would find Kensington to be a perfect place to build a home. Composed of several subdivisions, the first was Kensington Park, mapped on April 8, 1910. Aubrey Davidson, two former Mexican presidents, and numerous politicians made Kensington their home
Kensington resident Margaret McCann is a neighborhood historian, striving to preserve the unique elements of Kensington. The Wallaces have authored numerous historical research reports for city, state, county, and national historical designations. Kiley Wallace holds his bachelor's degree in architecture and urban design. . About the Author Alexandra Wallace holds her bachelor's degree in anthropology
. The Wallaces have authored numerous historical research reports for city, state, county, and national historical designations. Kiley Wallace holds his bachelor's degree in architecture and urban design. Kensington resident Margaret McCann is a neighborhood historian, striving to preserve the unique elements of Kensington. Alexandra Wallace holds her bachelor's degree in anthropology