The Mutual Orange Distributors display at the National Orange Show. The visible section of the display consists of an image of a conquistador with a ship behind him. A sign reads, "The landing of the Spaniards." Another part of the display that is partially visible has a sign that reads, "Father Serra and the Indians." Another section, also made out of oranges, reads, "MOD," and another sign reads, "El Camino Real."
The Los Angeles County display at the National Orange Show. At the center of the display is a fountain, which is surrounded by oranges. There are large, candle-shaped lamps all around the display. There are tasseled fabrics hanging from the ceiling.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Fair at Pomona Best in History: Los Angeles County Events Now in Full Blast: Exhibits Excel All Records in Size and Beauty: Race Track Laurels Expected to Set New Mark," 18 Sept. 1929: A1.
The Corona display at the National Orange Show. The display features a building made of oranges topping a stand also covered in oranges. Baskets of flowers sit on the base. A model zeppelin is attached to the top of the building and the words, "City of Corona" or written on it. A display running the length of the wall is visible in the background.
A woman stands in front of the Los Angeles County display at the National Orange Show. The display consists of huge, orange covered columns and at the center is a cup that bears the phrase, "Greets 25th National Orange Show from Los Angeles County." Chandeliers hang from the ceiling along with fabric panels. Other displays are visible in the background.
National Orange Show exhibit at the Southern California Fair consisting of classicizing caryatid statues beneath a floral dome, with a sign reading "National Orange Show" around the ring base, supported by 4 columns. The base is formed by oranges and flowers. A sign at the base reads: "20th National Orange Show, San Bernardino, February 13th to 23rd 1930, California's Greatest Midwinter Event." Another sign at the base reads: "This is a complimentary Exhibit not entered in competition." The exhibit is in a tent with a slope of orange-filled crates in the background.
Woman stands next to the Greater Orange County Association's display at the National Orange Show. She holds a basket of oranges. The display is topped with a figure holding a lamp. At the base of the arched sculpture, there is a fountain and oranges line much of the display. In the background, other displays are visible.
The Escondido display at the National Orange Show, which is in the shape of a pirate ship. There is a mannequin dressed like a pirate, looking into a treasure chest filled with fruit. A woman stands on the ship, holding an orange. The entire ship is covered in oranges. There is a sign above that reads, "Escondido in San Diego County."
The Pacific Electric display at the National Orange Show. The display is a tower topped with an orange-covered dome and a medallion with wings on each side that reads, "Comfort Speed Safety." There are other medallions like this surrounding the center column. The center column has a map painted on it. On the front, there is a sign that reads, in part, "Over... Beverly Boulevard... Los Angeles & The Seashore."
This photograph is related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange Show Motif Excels: First Day Attendance May Reach 10,000: Fifty Million Fruit Used to Decorate Hall: San Bernardino Exposition Hailed as Finest," 19 Feb. 1926: A1.
The Upland display at the National Orange Show. At the center of the display is the Madonna of the Trail. It is covered in oranges and there are butterflies engraved on one of the upper tiers.
Pat Graham and two other women with the Escondido display at the National Orange Show. The display consists of an "igloo," made of oranges and artificial ice, as well as other Arctic-type items and characters. The display is covered with produce. Ms. Graham holds a basket of fruit, another woman holds an avocado, and the last woman holds a small piece of citrus fruit. The sign above reads, "Escondido in San Diego County."
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King Holds Sway: Governor Opens Annual Show: Many-Hued Exhibits Glisten Amid Snowy Setting in Winter Palace: Los Angeles' Huge Futuristic Tower Holds Attention; Horses in Preview," 16 Feb. 1934: A1.
This photograph appears with the article, "Valencia Growers Visit Show Today: Orange County Day Declared at San Bernardino Event," Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 1930: 14.
"Orange is King" float with an enthroned orange king and 2 heralds, pulled by a train engine with the date of the National Orange Show in San Bernardino on the side "Feb. 13-29." Gordon Elliott is the king and Nancy Caswell and Alta Faulkner are the heralds. The float is at the intersection of Colorado Boulevard and Orange Grove Blvd.
A child sits on the Escondido display at the National Orange Show. The display bears two signs, one that reads, "Escondido 60 Years Ago," and the other that reads, "Today." There are two small vignettes of houses and an orange grove in front of the home of today. There are oranges lining the front of the display.
The Pomona display at the National Orange Show. The display consists of three arches, and under the middle one there is a statue standing on a mound of oranges. There are four lamps at the top of the display.
A woman points to the Orange County display at the National Orange Show. The display is a giant box propped open and featuring the words, "Orange County Nature's Prolific Wonderland," and a map of Orange County, with the words, "Orange County Harbor Pleasure Port of the Pacific" on it. The box and the base are decorated with oranges. There is a mannequin wearing a turban standing next to the box.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King on Throne: San Bernardino Show Opens: Twenty-third Annual Exhibit Honors Woman Founder of Great Industry: Lieut.-Gov. Merriam and Other Leaders of State at Ceremonies," 17 Feb. 1933: 1.
"The Wedding of the Orange" float with Lucille Brown as the bride, Alpheus Hott as the bridegroom, Norton Barnum as the minister, Eddie Rogers as the best man, Daisy Herlinger as the matron of honor, Frances Atwood, Brownette Kramer, Margaret Cairnes, Ruth McGraw, and Mildred Waycott as bridesmaids. The float was entered by the San Bernardino National Orange Show.
The Sunkist display at the National Orange Show. And image of a horse and jockey overlays rows of oranges. Signs above the oranges read, "Sierra Vista Packing Ass'n Riverside," "Riverside Hights [sic] Orange Growers Ass'n Riverside," and "National Orange Co. Riverside." Other bunches of oranges and plants are set up at the front of the display.
Two women pose on the Ontario display at the National Orange Show. The display consists of a Wells Fargo wagon, bearing the words, "Wells Fargo Express - U. S. Mail. Banning & Co." Pat Graham is stepping out of the wagon and the other is helping her. Both women hold an orange. There is a sign reading "Ontario" propped up on the steps leading to the wagon. The steps are lined with oranges.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King on Throne: San Bernardino Show Opens: Twenty-third Annual Exhibit Honors Woman Founder of Great Industry: Lieut.-Gov. Merriam and Other Leaders of State at Ceremonies," 17 Feb. 1933: 1.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King Holds Sway: Governor Opens Annual Show: Many-Hued Exhibits Glisten Amid Snowy Setting in Winter Palace: Los Angeles' Huge Futuristic Tower Holds Attention; Horses in Preview," 16 Feb. 1934: A1.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King on Throne: San Bernardino Show Opens: Twenty-third Annual Exhibit Honors Woman Founder of Great Industry: Lieut.-Gov. Merriam and Other Leaders of State at Ceremonies," 17 Feb. 1933: 1.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King Holds Sway: Governor Opens Annual Show: Many-Hued Exhibits Glisten Amid Snowy Setting in Winter Palace: Los Angeles' Huge Futuristic Tower Holds Attention; Horses in Preview," 16 Feb. 1934: A1.
Two women stand in front of Cucamonga's display at the National Orange Show. They each hold an armful of oranges. The display consists of an orange-covered based topped with a model of a mountain. A sign on the front reads, "Cucamonga" and one sitting on the display reads in part, "Cucamonga citrus..." In the background, there is a sign reading, "Public Telephones Associated Telephone Company Ltd."
Women stand in front of the San Diego County display at the National Orange Show. The display, in the shape of a lighthouse, is entirely covered in oranges. There is a mannequin set up on the front and a sign that reads, "Old Spanish lighthouse...Point Loma San Diego Built in 1851."
The Sunkist display at the National Orange Show. An image of a train overlays rows of oranges. A sign at the top reads, "Arlington Heights Fruit Co. Riverside."
The Los Angeles County display at the National Orange Show. At the center of the display is a fountain, which is surrounded by oranges. There are large, candle-shaped lamps all around the display. In the background, other displays are visible, along with two women.
The Redlands display at the National Orange Show. Two men are on the display, one sitting and holding a violin, the other standing behind him. They both wear hats and handkerchiefs around their necks. A sign reads, "Gold nuggets. Dig up the earth and run it through, an here's a Redlands orange just for you." The display features trees and a tasseled awning. The whole base is lined with oranges. Other men are visible in the background of the photograph.
This photograph is related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange Show Motif Excels: First Day Attendance May Reach 10,000: Fifty Million Fruit Used to Decorate Hall: San Bernardino Exposition Hailed as Finest," 19 Feb. 1926: A1.
Two women pose with the Colton display at the National Orange Show, sitting just behind it. The display is covered in oranges. The arch at the top features a sign that reads, "Arch of Industrial Opportunities." Other displays are visible in the background.
Three women stand in front of the Riverside display at the National Orange Show. A cake rises above a base that is covered in oranges. An oversized scroll stands on the base, reading in part, "Proclamation." Other displays are visible in the background.
The "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," float has a "National Orange Show" floral sign on the side with a giant orange on wheels as a coach, driven by Mary Jayne Shorett, as Goldilocks, and pulled by the bears, with youths dressed as pages standing at the front of the float. A floral sign at the front of the float reads "San Bernardino." The float is seen at the intersection of Colorade Blvd. and Orange Grove Blvd. The float was sponsored by the San Bernardino Chamber of Commerce.
Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King Holds Sway: Governor Opens Annual Show: Many-Hued Exhibits Glisten Amid Snowy Setting in Winter Palace: Los Angeles' Huge Futuristic Tower Holds Attention; Horses in Preview," 16 Feb. 1934: A1.
A woman sits on the Mutual Orange Distributors' display at the National Orange Show. She holds a tray of oranges. There is a box of oranges next to her that reads, "Pure Gold Brogdex Fruit." The display behind her is in the shape of birds.
A woman sits atop an elephant-shaped display at the National Orange Show. An emblem on the side of the elephant reads, "Elephant Orchards Redlands Cal." The base of the display is covered in oranges. Other displays are visible in the background.
The Mutual Orange Distributors display at the National Orange Show. The display is a Viking ship, complete with mannequins dressed as Vikings. A sign on the right reads, "Success they won these Vikings so bold. Success you'll win on the ship pure gold." A sign on the front reads, "Selected from California's best and... Pure Gold oranges for your protection." Two women are visible in the background.
Two women stand in front of the Pomona display at the National Orange Show. Both women hold a bowl of oranges. The display consists of a sign reading, "Rancho San Jose. Pomona in 1875," as well as cattle and a mannequin. There is also an arch made of wood and covered with flowers. The base of the display is covered with oranges.
This photograph appear with the article, "High Winds Play Havoc With Tents at Citrus Exhibition; Gale Wrecks Orange Show; Two Are Hurt by Crashing of Heavy Timbers." Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 1924: A1.
A woman plays a violin in front of the American Fruit Growers display at the National Orange Show. She wears a long, tiered dress. The display runs the length of the wall and is topped by the words, "American Fruit Growers Inc."
Related to Los Angeles Time article, "Orange Show Doors Opened: Gov. Rolph Officiates With 20,000 in Attendance: Exhibition Sets New Mark in Dazzling Brilliancy: Visitors From Latin America Will Be Feted Today," 20 Feb. 1931: A1.
National Orange show float featuring a sphere made from oranges, entered by the city of San Bernardino. The float is shown at the intersection of Orange Grove Blvd. and Colorado Blvd.
The Pomona display at the National Orange Show. The display is covered in plant life and includes a small structure in the center that is labeled "Greater Orange County Association." There is a small table at the center where two women and what appears to be a mannequin sit and stand. A tasseled chandelier hangs from the ceiling.