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APRIL ALMANAC

4/1/2026

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Early Roots: 
1841
– Rancho Santa Anita land grant (Hugo Reid)

Growth & Development: 
1875
– Lucky Baldwin acquires the land
1880s – Town Formation boom

Transportation & Route 66
1926 April 30
– Route 66 established

Landmarks & Preservation
1978 April 6
– The Oaks added to the National Register
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