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| California Facts |
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Death Valley, California is recognized as the hottest, driest place in the United States. It isn't uncommon for the summer temperatures to reach more than 115 degrees. |
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On Catalina Island, California, in 1926, American author Zane Grey built a pueblo-style home on the hillside overlooking Avalon Bay. He spent much of his later life in Avalon. The home is now a hotel. |
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Reputed to be the most corrupt politician in Fresno County, California history, Vice-leader Joseph Spinney was mayor for only ten minutes. |
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