The Crest Library
Library Services Come to Crest - 1935Residents of Crest petitioned the County of San Diego in May 1935 for a library. A limited-service library opened June 13, 1935, closed June…
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The Crest Library
Life on the Hill – 1940s
Living on the Hill in 1940s Observation Corp Members 1940s Crest Truck Cartoon Jenkins Indian Campground and Caves Penny’s Malt Shop – 1946 First recorded July 4th parade 1946 Crest…
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Life on the Hill – 1940s
Life on the Hill – 1930s
Growth on “The Crest” By the 1930s, Suncrest and La Cresta were two thriving, distinct communities, each with its own water supply, clubhouse, and store. Soon more and more folk found that permanent…
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Life on the Hill – 1930s
Early Businesses on the Hill
Over the years many businesses have come and gone on the hill. Our small population and quick proximity to town makes it hard for businesses to survive. The Echo Ranch…
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Early Businesses on the Hill