California Police History

Next Collector Show Slated for July 12, 2008

The next California insignia collectors show is scheduled for July 12, 2008, in San Luis Obispo. The 6th annual event draws collectors from around the state and is centrally locatated mid-way between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Tables are $20 each for members of the California Law Enforcement Historical Society. Admission is a $5 donation with children admitted free. The public hours are from 9:00 am to 2:00 PM with an awards presentation program to be held at noon.

This year will feature the mobile California Police Museum which will be open during then entire show. All are welcome.

Additional information or reservations may be made at calpolicehistory@aol.com

Historical Society Board of Directors

The California Law Enforcement Historical Society is a growing state-wide organization which has made a very positive impact since inception. Our successes are based on the hard work of a number of individuals, especially the Board of Directors.

President: Gary Hoving
Secretary/Treasurer: Brian Smith
Director: Jack Jones
Director: Brad Darling
Director: Pat Armstrong
Southern Representative: Keith Bushey
Central Representative: Russ Snow
Northern Representative: Mike DeVilbiss

San Jose Collectors Show in May

The 10^th annual Silicon Valley Law Enforcement Insignia and Memorabilia Collectors Show will be held at its original location, the San Jose Police Officer’s Association (SJPOA) Hall, on Saturday, May 3, 2008, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The SJPOA Hall is located at 1151 North 4^th Street, San Jose. Show host is Jarrod Nunes and all proceeds will go the SJPOA Charitable Foundation.

There are 40, six foot tables available at $25.00 each. One admission with a table reservation. Reserve your table early as the show is expected to sell out. Admission is $5.00 per person, children under 12 are free! Awards will be presented for Best Patch Display, Best Badge Display, and Best of Show. Food and beverages will be available.

The SJPOA Hall is located at 1151 North 4^th Street, San Jose. For table reservations, show information, questions and driving instruction please contact Jarrod.

Jarrod J. Nunes.
P. O. Box 2579
Livermore, CA 94551-2579
Phone (925) 784-2145

nunesjj@aol.com

Check or money order for table reservations should be made payable to SJPOA.

Information submitted by Brian Smith, Secretary/Treasurer

Hat Collector from Spain

Hello Friends!

My name is Jose Carlos Rastrojo Corral. I am a member of Spain's
GUARDIA CIVIL, a national law enforcement agency. I am assigned to the
Traffic section and work in Ourense, which is northwestern Spain. I am a
collector of police hats and headgear and would like to trade for a
California police hat. I don´t mind if the hat is used or old. Almost
all the police hats I buy from USA are old and they aren´t used any
more. If anyone can assist me I would be greatly appreciative. My
e-mail address is rastry@earthlink.net and the following is my postal
address:

JOSE CARLOS RASTROJO CORRAL
Av. DE PORTUGAL nº 51 , 1º G
32002 ORENSE
ESPAÑA (SPAIN)

Spring California Police Historian Distributed

The Spring issue of the California Police Historian has been mailed via 1st class postage. Staff has already started on the Summer issue and articles for publication are needed. Please submit information electronically via email on April 15, 2008. -editor

National Collectors Show Praised

The National Collector's Show held in Sparks (Reno) Nevada last weekend is now history. The three-day event was filled with trading, purchases, sales and stories from around the globe. Our hats are off to the event hosts for an Outstanding job of organization as all aspects went off without a problem. Great job and thank you are extended to Mike Lynch and Brian Smith for their hard work.

Police Museum Project Completed

The California Law Enforcement Historical Society has completed their first major project. The California Police Museum has been finished after nearly two years of fundraising and construction.

Mounted within a 30’ trailer, the museum highlights the chronology of California’s Finest in a professional manner. There are 11 galleries within the museum which are constructed to permit easy rotation of exhibits. Starting with the formation of the State and continuing to modern times, the museum interprets the technological and social changes in effecting law enforcement.

Saturday, September 22, 2007, marked the grand opening of the museum in San Luis Obispo. Dr. James Hunt, SLO Sheriff’s Advisory Council President was honored to cut the ribbon in a brief ceremony. The celebration was held in conjunction with the annual “Sheriff’s Family Day at the Ranch” event.

In attendance at the ceremony were distinguished members of the Advisory Council including President Dr. Hunt and Past President, Jay Connor. In addition, California Law Enforcement Historical Society members included President Gary Hoving, Director Dr. Jack Jones, Dawn Foster and Jay Conner.

The Sheriff’s Advisory Council was thanked for their large donation which guaranteed the quick success of the project. The Council has long been supporters of law enforcement, the community and history.

Shortly after the ribbon ceremony, the event officially opened and the first guests arrived through the museum. The exhibits seemed to be enjoyed by all with countless praises from the viewers. Most gratifying was the exclamation of “wow” upon entering the trailer.

The primary museum docents were the Hoving’s including Crystal, Jill and Gary. A number of other society members came by including Charter President Evan Mason, June Sievers, Dawn Foster, Jay Conner, and Vivian Krug.

While donations and merchandise sales were very light, the museum saw 532 visitors on the maiden voyage. Of course, 2 were police patrol dogs, but they seemed to enjoy the displays.

The 30’ trailer has an interior ceiling height of nearly 8 feet which is comforting to the viewer. The only drawback is that it may be difficult to transport in high winds.

The final assessment concludes that the museum is a very successful project and our appreciation is extended to each of the donors. Thank you.

5th Annual Collector's Show a Huge Success

The 5th Annual Police Memorabilia Show was held in San Luis Obispo today. Preliminary attendance numbers are not yet available but foot traffic was very good and trading was brisk. A full report will be featured in the next issue of the California Police Historian.

Awards:

Best Patch: Jarrod Nunes

Best Badge: Clark Secrest

Best Educational: Mike Devilbiss

Best Historical: Gary Teragawa

Best of Show: Mark Lyons

Historian of the Year: Keith Bushey

Museum Fundraising Recognition

The California Police Museum is on schedule and due to debut at the annual historical society meeting in San Luis Obispo on July 6, 2007. However, funds are still needed to complete the project as designed. All donations made before June 15, 2007, will be recognized on a plaque inside the museum. So, if you have not made your tax deductable donation, or would like to increase your previous contribution, please rush a check to the CLEHS, P.O. Box 475, Pismo Beach, CA 93448.

Your donation is greatly appreciated.

Gary Hoving

The Ed Jones Company Continues Sponsorship

The Ed Jones Company has continued their corporate sponsorship of the California Law Enforcement Historical Society for 2007. They remain the only current corporate sponsor and have been supporters of our effort to preserve the history of the California Peace Officers for several years. The Ed Jones Company has donated several artifacts which will be featured in the California Police Museum, currently under construction.

This family owned business is committed to continuing the reputation of producing the finest badges available. Their goal is to be the best, not the largest producer of badges and emblems.

We greatly appreciate the support demonstrated by the Ed Jones Company.

Feel free to visit them at edjonesco.com