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Santa Margarita (Images of America)

Name: Santa Margarita (Images of America)
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Book Synopsis: Santa Margarita de Cortona was founded in 1775 as part of the original Spanish mission system. Its asistencia, in fact, has been considered a lost mission. Santa Margarita Ranch was later founded from a Mexican land grant. In 1889, the arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad, with its terminus in Santa Margarita, created a boomtown with dance halls, blacksmiths, hotels, pool halls, saloons, and a jail. And with the popularity of auto travel half a century later, Santa Margarita was once again revitalized with garages, gas stations, motor inns, restaurants, and bars. It fell into a deep sleep, however, as Highway 101 bypassed the town in the mid-1950s. Landlocked by the 17,000-plus-acre Santa Margarita Ranch, the town has remained frozen in time until recently.

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Santa Margarita with the captivating book, Santa Margarita (Images of America). Explore the origins of this charming town, from its founding in 1775 as part of the Spanish mission system to its transformation into a bustling boomtown with the arrival of the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1889.

Uncover the untold stories of Santa Margarita Ranch, which was established from a Mexican land grant and became a cornerstone of the town's development. From dance halls to saloons, hotels to garages, this book paints a vivid picture of a community that has stood the test of time, frozen in its own unique history until recent years.

Experience the nostalgia of a bygone era as you flip through the pages of Santa Margarita (Images of America). With captivating images and detailed narratives, this book brings to life the forgotten moments and hidden gems of a town that once thrived and is now awakening from its slumber. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Santa Margarita history!

Ready to embark on a journey through the history of Santa Margarita? Purchase your copy of Santa Margarita (Images of America) today and rediscover the charm and resilience of this historic town.

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