A bit of history on A.A. Manuel from AMAP President Nancy Runyon:
Augustine A. Manuel began traveling for a dry goods house in Southern France at the age of 11.  At age 17 he settled in Monterey and began work on a ranch in Carmel Valley. He became a partner in the general merchandise business of Honore Escolle (after his Pioneer Bakery in the Cooper store) and married his daughter. 

The Escolles were one of the oldest and most prominent early Monterey families. Manuel studied languages during his business experience in various part of Europe and was a versatile linguist. He served on the school board and as a city trustee. 

State Parks chose this vibrant sign to attract people down the street in 1990 and chose colors that were available in 1895.