Tag Archives: Henry J. Kaiser

College of the Holy Names circa 1890 and 1955

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Deirdre Spencer

A big thanks to Lincoln Cushing, Digital Archivist – Communications Consultant, of Kaiser Permanente Heritage Resources, who sent us a couple really terrific photos originally from the Oakland Tribune. Enjoy! The Holy Names College graduates, 1890. Holy Names College on … Continue reading →

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Posted in College of the Holy Names 1957-1960s | Tagged 1890s, 1950s, California, campus, commencement, Henry J. Kaiser, Oakland, students | Leave a comment

Out With the Old, In With the New

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Deirdre Spencer

In 1957 the entire college moved from Lake Merritt to the new campus on Mountain Boulevard. The old property was sold to Henry Kaiser, its buildings demolished to make way for the Kaiser Building. Above, some alumni and SNJM Sisters … Continue reading →

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