The Clipping File contains information on local and regional history of Monterey, the Monterey area, and Monterey County. Notable sections of the files pertain to the many historic adobes and wooden structures dating from the Mexican period and early American settlement, to accounts of early California and Monterey history, biography and to materials depicting significant county and city actions, as well as local events.

Many of the clippings were compiled during the 1930s and 1940s. These were incorporated into the present file dating from the 1950s, with the staff making substantial additions until the file was closed to clippings from the Monterey County Herald in 1995. Subsequent articles and obituaries published in the Herald from January 1, 1995, through June 30, 2003, may be found in the Herald Index on the Libraryʼs catalog. With the exception of the Monterey Herald (available on microfilm), various other print sources are routinely added to the collection.

11 legal, 4-drawer file cabinets, Approx. 90 linear ft.

Reproduction by Local History Librarian or other designated staff; may be restricted due to condition of the materials.

Access by appointment only; contact Local History Librarian or designated staff.