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Welcome to The San Francisco Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• There's still one NFL exec who really dislikes 49ers QB Brock Purdy.

• Upcoming Juvenile concert

• A deep dive into the life of Fremont Older

• And more…

Quote of the Week

“Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough.”

– Og Mandino

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San Francisco Trivia

Here is your trivia question of the week. The answer will be shown in next week’s newsletter. Which do you think it is? No cheating!

Which annual San Francisco event, held in October, celebrates the city's rich Italian heritage?

A) The North Beach Festival

B) The Castro Street Fair

C) The San Francisco Carnaval

D) The Italian Heritage Parade

Answer to Last Week's Trivia: The name of the San Francisco museum that houses an extensive collection of historic and contemporary artworks from Asia is A) The Asian Art Museum.

The Best Stories of the Week

💼 Business

Semicon West decamps for Phoenix after 50 years in Bay Area but will be back. (Link)

OpenAI whistleblowers claim company stifles SEC complaints. (Link)

🏒 Sports

There's still one NFL exec who really dislikes 49ers QB Brock Purdy. (Link)

Warriors, Jazz competing trade proposals for Markkanen are on different planets. (Link)

🏦 Finance

Daily Digest: Point Molate's $40 million deal; Alphabet eyes its biggest buy ever. (Link)

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Sports

⚾ Colorado Rockies at San Francisco Giants
Oracle Park, San Francisco
Friday, Jul. 26th to Sunday, Jul. 28th | (More info)

⚾ Oakland Athletics at San Francisco Giants
Oracle Park, San Francisco
Wednesday, Jul. 31st | (More info)

Music & Concerts

🎵 SG Lewis
1015 Folsom, San Francisco
Friday, Jul. 19th | (More info)

🎵 Juvenile
The Midway, San Francisco
Saturday, Jul. 20th | (More info)

Family

🌿 Family Plant & Play Summer Service Day
San Francisco
Saturday, Jul. 20th | (More info)

Image of the Week

Every week, I have a habit of making some AI art about our city.

This week, I typed in “Futuristic San Francisco with a focus on sustainability and renewable energy” and this is what I got.

Let me know what ideas you have for this. I really enjoy making these types of photos.

San Francisco History

1980: The first cases of AIDS identified among gay men in San Francisco.

In 1980, a significant and devastating chapter in San Francisco's history began with the identification of the first cases of AIDS among gay men. This marked the emergence of a public health crisis that would have a profound impact on the city and its residents. The discovery of these cases raised urgent concerns and prompted a swift response from the medical community, public health officials, and advocacy groups in San Francisco. As the city grappled with the growing threat of AIDS, it became a focal point for research, activism, and support for those affected by the disease.

The identification of the first cases of AIDS in 1980 had a profound and lasting impact on San Francisco's LGBTQ+ community. The emergence of the disease brought about fear, stigma, and discrimination, but it also galvanized a powerful movement for awareness, education, and advocacy. San Francisco became a hub for pioneering research, compassionate care, and community support networks that played a crucial role in the global response to the AIDS epidemic. The city's resilience and solidarity in the face of this crisis continue to be remembered and honored today.

The legacy of the first cases of AIDS in San Francisco in 1980 is a testament to the strength and unity of the city's residents in the face of adversity. The experience of confronting AIDS in its early days left an indelible mark on San Francisco, shaping its approach to public health, social justice, and community solidarity. The city's response to the AIDS epidemic serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion, resilience, and collective action in the face of public health challenges.

Famous San Franciscans

Fremont Older - (1856-1935)

Fremont Older, born on August 30, 1856, in a log cabin in Wisconsin, was a prominent newspaperman and editor in San Francisco, California for nearly fifty years. He is best known for his campaigns against civic corruption and his efforts on behalf of Tom Mooney and Warren Billings, who were wrongly convicted of the Preparedness Day bombing of 1916.

Fremont Older: Newsman, Statesman, Thinker

Fremont Older (1856-1935) was born into an impoverished Wisconsin family and had a Dickensian boyhood. His favorite author was Charles Dickens, and this influence is evident in his work as a newsman, statesman, and thinker.

Crusading Newspaperman (1856-1935)

Fremont Older was a dynamic crusading newspaperman in the first half of the 20th century. He was a no holds barred battler against graft and corruption and a fighter for the rights of the people. His fearless approach to journalism made him a significant figure in San Francisco's media landscape.

Fremont Older Open Space Preserve: Views, History

Known as a muckraker, Fremont Older fought San Francisco's crooked political machine after the 1906 quake. He also worked to free Tom Mooney and Warren Billings, who were convicted in the 1916 Preparedness Day bombing. Fremont Older's dedication to exposing corruption and advocating for justice had a lasting impact on the city of San Francisco.

Biography of Fremont Older by Mrs. Fremont Older

Cora Miranda Baggerly Older, Fremont Older's wife, wrote a biographic sketch of her husband covering his life from about 1900 to his death in 1935. This biography provides insights into Fremont Older's personal and professional life, shedding light on his contributions to journalism and his advocacy for social justice.

Key Achievements of Fremont Older:

• Campaigns against civic corruption and efforts on behalf of wrongly convicted individuals.

• Fearless crusading against graft and corruption in San Francisco.

• Advocacy for justice and the rights of the people.

• Significant impact on the media landscape of San Francisco.

• Dedication to exposing corruption and advocating for social justice.

Fremont Older, a fearless and influential newspaperman, dedicated his life to fighting corruption and advocating for justice in San Francisco. His legacy as a crusading journalist and advocate for the rights of the people continues to inspire and influence the field of journalism and the pursuit of social justice.

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