Adams and Nelson, 1981

Ansel Adams and Gaylord Nelson in Carmel Highlands on September 19, 1981. Nelson was a politician from Wisconsin who served as a United States Senator and governor. A Democrat, he was the principal founder of Earth Day. This was Adams and Nelson first visit together. (Monterey County Herald Archives)

Arnold Palmer, 1972 U.S. Open

Arnold Palmer reacts to a missed putt during the 1972 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. Palmer would finish third behind Bruce Crampton and winner Jack Nicklaus. (Monterey County Herald)

Monarch Butterfly

Art Riley of Pacific Grove with a sign in 1955 illustrating the fine for harming Monarch Butterflies. (Monterey County Herald Archives)