Hawaii had regal ties to Santa Cruz
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The article describes various historical connections between Hawai'i and California from the 1830s - 1880s. Several well-known people are mentioned, inlcuding Hawaiian Princes David, Edward, and Cupid who introduced surfing to Santa Cruz in 1885 and made this the birthplace of mainland surfing. Includes two photos from the Harry Mayo Collection.
The article describes various historical connections between Hawai'i and California from the 1830s - 1880s. Several well-known people are mentioned, inlcuding Hawaiian Princes David, Edward, and Cupid who introduced surfing to Santa Cruz in 1885 and made this the birthplace of mainland surfing. Includes two photos from the Harry Mayo Collection.
Creator:
Gibson, Ross Eric
Source:
San Jose Mercury News
Date: 1995-05-31
Type:
NEWS; DOCUMENT
Coverage:
1990s
Identifier: CF-36272
Collection
Citation
Gibson, Ross Eric. “Hawaii had regal ties to Santa Cruz.” San Jose Mercury News. 1995-05-31. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/112166. Accessed 24 Oct. 2026.