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Colma
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The official slogan of this quaint and curious town proclaims, It's great to be alive in Colma In no other city in the United States would such a slogan have the meaning that it does here. Colma, only 2.25 square miles, has 1,500 living residents but more than a thousand times that in its deceased population. Seventeen cemeteries cover 75 percent of Colma's land. There is, however, more to Colma--formerly named Lawndale--than its cemeteries and monuments. A vibrant community, it boasts a rich history, including agricultural and business history, sports teams, schools, a theatre, and drayage businesses. Together, these components comprise a unique and important town and a critical part of San Mateo County's heritage.
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- ISBN-13: 9780738547275
- ISBN-10: 0738547271
- Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
- Publish Date: April 2007
- Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.56 x 0.43 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.7 pounds
- Page Count: 128
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