DeRome (Albert Walton) Papers, 1966-1992
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Collection context
Summary
- Title:
- Albert Walton DeRome Papers
- Dates:
- 1966-1992
- Creators:
- DeRome, Albert Walton (1914-1998)
- Abstract:
- Extent:
- Approximately 1.5 linear feet
- Language:
- Preferred citation:
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Albert Walton DeRome Papers. History San Jose Research Library
Background
- Scope and content:
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Correspondence, manuscripts, notes, advertisements, and extensive photographs taken by Mr. DeRome documenting urban renewal and redevelopment efforts, as well as opposition to these projects, in San Jose, California, during the late 1960s to early 1990s. The Auzerais, Park City, and San Antonio Plaza projects are well-documented. DeRome's photographs portray downtown San Jose between 1967 and 1985, including the demolition of the Bank of America building, and a large series taken in 1967 and 1968 of retail shops and shoppers along First Street and other central downtown streets.
- Biographical / historical:
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Albert DeRome was born September 27, 1914, near San Francisco. He lived in San Jose, San Francisco, and Pacific Grove, California. He passed away in San Jose in 1998.
- Acquisition information:
- Donated to History San Jose in 2000.
Indexed terms
- Subjects:
- Urban renewal--California--San Jose
City planning - Names:
- San Jose Redevelopment Agency (Calif.)
- Places:
- San Jose (Calif.)
About this collection guide
- Date Prepared:
- 1966-1992
- Date Encoded:
- This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:55 p.m.
Access and use
- Restrictions:
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Papers are open to the public for research by appointment with the Curator of Library and Archives.
- Preferred citation:
-
Albert Walton DeRome Papers. History San Jose Research Library
- Location of this collection:
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1661 Senter RoadSan Jose, CA 95112, US
- Contact:
- (408) 287-2290