California Unearthed

New video that is a must see.
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This one of my favotire videos to research and film. Come watch as I tell you the history of Damburger in Redding, Ca.

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One of the most famous restaurants in Redding history was that of Doc Clearie’s Hilltop Skyroom but have you even heard how Doc’s was started?
Nestled atop Sulfur Creek Hill along Highway 99, long before Hilltop Drive was even conceived, a piece of land changed hands. It was April 5th, 1938, when J.F., Violet F., Donald, and Goldie McReynolds decided to part ways with a portion of their land at Township 32N, Range 5W, Section 25. They deeded it to Richard Schneidereit and Ella J. Finney.
Just over a month later, on May 26th, 1938, Ella J. Finney took full ownership of a .6-acre parcel from their joint purchase, marking the beginning of a culinary legacy in Redding.
Unbeknownst to Miss Finney on July 23rd, 1938, she unveiled what in time would become one of Redding’s most popular restaurants, The Hill Top Club. Perched on Sulfur Creek hill with breath taking views, one mile north of Redding, this establishment was a steak house, lounge and served as a venue for memorable events.
For nine years, Ella J. Finney owned the club but leased out the overseeing of operations of the Hill Top Club, until March of 1947. It was then that the torch was passed to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Schwartz, proprietors of the Wagon Wheel Tavern in Oroville.
It was at the end of March 1953 when the Hilltop Club was taken to a whole new level. Joseph Schwartz and his wife bid farewell to the club and handed over the reins to Harry "Doc" and Ann Clearie, proprietors of the Rex Club in Burney, which they sold that December. Doc Clearie embarked on a journey of renovation and expansion, renaming the Hill Top Club, Doc's Hilltop Skyroom and Doc Clearie's Hilltop Skyroom, becoming one of Redding’s finest restaurants.
Even wonder where the name Doc came from? Before Harry “Doc” Clearie’s club ownerships he had practiced dentistry, earning him the affectionate name "Doc."
On April 13th, 1972, an irresistible offer came knocking at Doc Clearie's door from the International Investment and Development Company of Newport Beach, California. It was an offer he couldn't refuse. As part of the sell, ownership of the name and retaining of the employees reverted to the International Investment and Development Company, marking the end of mom and pop and local ownership for the Hilltop Club.
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All information came from the Record Searchlieght 1938-1972

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8 months ago | [YT] | 22

California Unearthed

As a historian specializing in California and local history, I am dedicated to bringing to light the narratives that have remained forgotten and untold in our past.
Yesterday, at the Riverfront Playhouse in Redding, Ca., I attended the premiere of the new film "The Golden Ghosts" by Mt. Shasta artest and film maker Mark Oliver. This film told the story of a forgotten and not so well known history, one that is of the participation of African Americans in the California Gold Rush, starting local talent.
The film follows the adventures of two African Armerican men fleeing slavery to California, hoping to stike it rich in the gold fields of Northern California and improve their lives. While along their journey in California, they come across four other ethnic groups of people: A Mexican couple who warn them of the dangers of the Yankees, a Chinese madam who doubles as a proficient herbalist, who is pimping her young prostitutes, and two Anglo miners who are mistreating two Native Americans, who valued the African American miners assistance but wished them to go back where they had come from.
This is a powerful film that I believe should be seen by young and old alike, and happily that is what yesterdays audience consisted of. There were two showing yersterday 12 noon and 3 p.m. with a Q&A after the 3 p.m. showing and both were sold out.
I have encluded a link to the Films web page, where you can find updates for future showings, along with a page to the fund raising site so that Mr. Oliver can continue to show this film in other theaters and maybe get it produced into a DVD for future distribution to schools, historical societies, and the general public.
"The Golden Ghosts" Website: markoliver.org/golden-ghosts-film?fbclid=IwZXh0bgN…
Fund Raising Site: www.kickstarter.com/projects/1443931659/the-golden…

9 months ago | [YT] | 22

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Happy April! Spring is here and California is breath takingly beautiful. I can't wait to get back out there and film some of the fascinating people, places and history of this culturally rich, sun kissed state.
I know I have been a little quiet on here lately but I have been busy researching, filming and working on some great videos and podcast that will be out very soon. I have two videos almost complete and I will be recording a new poddcast this next week. Herre is just a sneek peek into what is up and coming!
Videos: Hidden Historical Treasure in Old Sacramento
Dam That's a Good Burger
Podcast: Pony Express Rides Through the North State

9 months ago (edited) | [YT] | 23

California Unearthed

Google Podcast was now changed to Youtube Podcast. So I have now added the Digging Deeper Podcast to the Youtube Music app, but you can also listen to them on the California Unearthed youtube channel. When I upload new episodes youtube will create a video for the podcast and put it up on the channel automaticlly. So you will find any new episodes on the video tab or the podcast tab on the California Unearthed Youtube channel.
Since I have now added the podcast to the channel I have deleted all the prevous videos I made for the podcast, as youtube has automatically created new ones in their place.
You can still listen to the Digging Deeper Podcast on Spotify, Apple Music, Iheart Radio, and other platforms. Youtube is just another format for those of you who like following on youtube.
New videos and podcast episodes coming soon!!!
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1 year ago | [YT] | 27

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Just received my Huell Howser AAA guide map. There is two in the series and they are out of print. I am still on the hunt for the other one. Thank you to Janet Salmon and Erik Goodson - Salmon for going to the Costa Mesa AAA to get this for me and a huge thank you to Californiography for making a video on these, I did not know they existed.
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1 year ago | [YT] | 28

California Unearthed

I have been contemplatiing starting a podcast for the last year, but I have not pulled the trigger on the idea, so I thought I would ask you guys what you thought. The podcast would focus on subjects, people, places and events that are not full video worthy. Maybe even do some oral history episodes. This will be an additional feature to California Unearthed. Look for new videos on youtube coming soon!

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1 year ago | [YT] | 30

California Unearthed

New Logos are now here and appearing in the latest videos, along with a new intro.

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