Designed by A.B. Rosenthal, the theater opened on December 24, 1918 as Miller's California Theatre. After about 70 years in operation, the theater was closed in 1988 and demolished the following year. The newly opened California Theatre, located at 810 S. Main Street, seen with its large ornate sign. The marquee welcomes returning veterans after the Great War.
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