Monthly Archives: July 2025

Looking at Ledgers

Posted on July 31, 2025 by nancyleek

Yesterday I went to the California State Library in Sacramento to look at a variety of Rancho Chico ledgers. I had no idea that there were so many! I only wanted ledgers from 1865-1868 because I wanted to see if … Continue reading →

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A Walk Around Bidwell Mansion

Posted on July 24, 2025 by nancyleek

Crews have been at work cleaning up the exterior debris from the fire at Bidwell Mansion. With the scaffolding gone and the collapsed veranda cleared away, you can get a better look at the ruined structure. It’s a heart-breaking sight. … Continue reading →

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Fourth of July Parade

Posted on July 6, 2025 by nancyleek

The Bidwell Mansion Association and friends gathered in costume to celebrate the 4th at the downtown Chico 4th of July Parade. “John and Annie” were given a classy ride in a beautiful 1920 Studebaker sedan generously provided by Jen and … Continue reading →

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A Chico 4th of July — 150 Years Ago

Posted on July 3, 2025 by nancyleek

Our celebrations of Independence Day are skimpy compared to the way they enjoyed the Fourth in Chico in 1875. It was a full day of celebration, as promoted in the Chico Record on July 3rd. (The celebration took place of … Continue reading →

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