Author Archives: June Morrall

1934: Sardine Fishing Boat aground at Pigeon Point

From the San Mateo Times & Gazette: September 21, 1934 Twelve members of the crew of the fishing boat OHIO NO. 5 reached shore safely after their craft went aground on the treacherous rocks off Pigeon Point on the San … Continue reading

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John Vonderlin: The Mystery of the Ocean Shore RR

Story by John Vonderlin Email John ([email protected]) Hi June, I’m attacking the mystery of the OSR’s planned route through several avenues. One of those paths of research is the roads of the Coastside. So far the trail has led me … Continue reading

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1903: Surveys made for new railroad….

Hi June, Here’s some more info on the Bowie and Clark railroad that was proposed to Spanishtown. It is from the July 8th, 1903 issue of “The San Ferancisco Call.” Enjoy. John

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“It’s going to rain buckets” John Vonderlin, South Coast Explorer/Adventurer

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John Vonderlin: Dyn-O-Mite!!!

Story by John Vonderlin Email John ([email protected]) [In past posts, John has been wondering whether the tunnels he’s been discovering on the South Coast are natural or man-made, and whether the 1906 railroad, WWII military or 1950s highway builders kept … Continue reading

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Smooth, Shiny, colorful

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1900s: Downey Harvey: President of the Ocean Shore Railway

By June Morrall Email June ([email protected]) In 1906, the rolling hills of San Mateo seemed an unlikely site for an English fox hunt, replete with traditional riding regalia, fine horses and a full complement of hounds. All that was missing … Continue reading

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John Vonderlin’s Fantastic Find: Conquest of the Peninsula

Story by John Vonderlin Email John ([email protected]) Hi Angelo (Mithos),   Thanks for your email. I’m investigating several of the things you mentioned. Your mentioning of the constant promotional efforts by the backers of the Ocean Shore Railroad reminded me … Continue reading

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Whirling Dervish Rocks

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John Vonderlin ponders the “Crimes of Pescadero” in the 19th century

Email John Vonderlin ([email protected]) 1860s —Crimes of Pescadero, Part 5 Hi June, The following story is from the 1883 book, “The History of San Mateo County.” “In the Spring of 1861 a man named Myers came to Pescadero and announced … Continue reading

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