Anthony J. "Tony" Monti sold newspapers on this corner for 35 years. He lost a leg in an accident early in life and sold newspapers here day and night to support his mother and sister. All of the Governors of the State of California from 1915 to 1950 were Tony's customers. He retired in 1950 and until his death in 1974 he made daily visits to sick and elderly persons in all of the hospitals in Sacramento. Tony was a dedicated Eagle Lodge member. He was Sacramento's most famous newsboy.

This plaque placed is placed in memory of

Tony Monti

By Sacramento Aerie No. 9

Fraternal Order of Eagles

Marker is on 10th Street near K Street, on the left when traveling north.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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