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Arcadia High School runner Ammar Moussa ran the day's fastest time (15:15) at the CIF-Southern Section Division 1 race at Mt. San Antonio College. Arcadia High School runner Catrina McAlister placed second in Division 1 girls.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
November 21, 2010
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p. C1
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Pasadena Star News
Date
November 21, 2010
Pages
p. C1
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Arcadia High School sports--cross country runners
Arcadia High School students
McAlister, Catrina
Moussa, Ammar
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32433AN
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The State Department of Finance estimates Arcadia's population as 54,200 as of January 1, 2001. The 2000 Census figured Arcadia's population as 53,054.

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Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 17, 2001
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p. 10
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 17, 2001
Pages
p. 10
Subjects
Population-population estimates
State Department of Finance
Census-2000
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29780AN
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Newspaper Index
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Cal Poly Pomona hosted the 20th annual Science Olympiad for the Southern California region. Six San Gabriel Valley schools were among the 48 schools that participated. Arcadia High School student Alanna Mori competed.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
May 2, 2004
Pages
p. A3
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Pasadena Star News
Date
May 2, 2004
Pages
p. A3
Subjects
California State Science Olympiad - 20th annual
Mori, Alanna
High school academic competitions
Middle school academic competions
Item ID
28338AN
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Dorothy Kushner has had her painting, "Moon over the pines" accepted for display at the National Orange Show in San Bernardino.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
March 10, 1955
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p. 3
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
March 10, 1955
Pages
p. 3
Subjects
Arcadia artists - Kushner, Dorothy
Item ID
13601AN
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Officials rip San Gabriel Valley area massage parlor growth. Solicitation arrests haven't kept up pace. There are 9 times as many massage parlors in the San Gabriel region as there were 10 years ago, but arrests for prostitution has not spiked.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
April 27, 2014
Pages
p. A1, A4
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Pasadena Star News
Date
April 27, 2014
Pages
p. A1, A4
Subjects
Massage parlors
Taylor, Alice
Item ID
34013AN
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Summary of the most recent population of San Gabriel Valley cities.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
March 20, 1977
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p. A-1
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
March 20, 1977
Pages
p. A-1
Subjects
San Gabriel Valley
Item ID
2357AN
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Newspaper Index
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House passes preservation bill on a bipartisan vote. The Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act, or House Resolution 803 seeks to conserve 1 million acres of public land in California, much of it in Southern California. HR 803 incorporates two local measures, including the San Gabriel Mountains Foothills and Rivers Protection Act that will protect the Angeles National Forest, located just north of Arcadia.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
February 27, 2021
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p. A1, A4
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Pasadena Star News
Date
February 27, 2021
Pages
p. A1, A4
Subjects
Angeles National Forest
Chu, Judy
Congress
Conservation
Environment
Legislation
San Gabriel Mountains
Schiff, Adam
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Southern California Edison (SCE) apologizes for power outages that left 430,000 San Gabriel Valley residents in the dark for days, and some for weeks after the November 30-December 1 windstorm.

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Pasadena Star News,
Date
December 20, 2011
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p. A3
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Pasadena Star News,
Date
December 20, 2011
Pages
p. A3
Subjects
Disasters
Electricity
Southern California Edison (SCE)
Utilities
Weather
Wind and windstorms
Item ID
32891AN
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Newspaper Index
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New estimates of the population released by the California Department of Finance report that the population in Arcadia was 55,500, an increase of 1.1% over the year before. Estimates of other cities are also listed.

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Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 8, 2003
Pages
"p. 1, 19"
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Arcadia Weekly
Date
May 8, 2003
Pages
"p. 1, 19"
Subjects
Population estimates.
Item ID
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Howling winds wreak havoc. Toppled trees crush cars and homes in parts of Southern California while power outages dot the region. Winds that began Friday afternoon left a trail of toppled trees in San Gabriel Valley in places like Arcadia, Sierra Madre, Pasadena and Altadena.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 23, 2022
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p. A1
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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 23, 2022
Pages
p. A1
Subjects
Weather
Winds
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A special report on the Asian population of the San Gabriel Valley. Arcadia is a city with an Asian population near or above 50 percent. A chart shows Asian presence in the San Gabriel Valley and the percentage who speak English "not well" or "not at all."

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Pasadena Star News
Date
April 24, 2005
Pages
p. A1, A8
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Pasadena Star News
Date
April 24, 2005
Pages
p. A1, A8
Subjects
Asians
Chinese-Americans
Immigrants
Population
San Gabriel Valley
Item ID
29684AN
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Newspaper Index
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Hong Kong Supermarket, a New York-based company, will open a 25,000 square feet market at 935 W. Duarte Road, at the Mon-Arc Retail Shopping Center. It is the fifth Hong Kong Supermarket in the San Gabriel Valley, specializing in imported Asian groceries. It will serve customers from both Monrovia and Arcadia. Asians account for 10.9% of Monrovia's total population while Arcadia's Asian population is at 58.9%.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
May 23, 2012
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p. A17
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Pasadena Star News
Date
May 23, 2012
Pages
p. A17
Subjects
Business and Industry
Grocery Stores
Hong Kong Supermarket
Retail stores
Item ID
33174AN
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Article, with chart, shows housing and population changes for local cities from April 1, 1970 to January 1, 1978.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
December 14, 1978
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p. A-3
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
December 14, 1978
Pages
p. A-3
Subjects
Population
Item ID
2230AN
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Article, with chart, shows housing and population changes for local cities from April 1, 1970 to January 1, 1978.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
December 14, 1978
Pages
p. A-3
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
December 14, 1978
Pages
p. A-3
Subjects
Housing
Item ID
1844AN
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Newspaper Index
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Arcadia High School students drive pricey, fancy automobiles and feel that people know you by your car.

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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 19, 2003
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p. A1
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Pasadena Star News
Date
January 19, 2003
Pages
p. A1
Subjects
Arcadia High School
Automobiles
Item ID
25153AN
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Newspaper Index
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Outage draws probe by California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to investigate the prolonged outages in Southern California Edison's (SCE) service area following last week's powerful windstorm. About 858 SCE customers in the San Gabriel Valley were still without power as of 7:00 PM yesterday, down from a total of about 434,000 initially affected by the windstorm.

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Newspaper
Pasadena Star News
Date
December 8, 2011
Pages
p. A1, A4
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Pasadena Star News
Date
December 8, 2011
Pages
p. A1, A4
Subjects
Disasters
Southern California Edison (SCE)--electricity utility
Weather
Wind and windstorms
Item ID
32959AN
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Newspaper Index
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Thousands of San Gabriel Valley customers will be receiving refunds from Golden State Water Company after state regulators ruled the San Dimas-based company failed to properly oversee contracts that led to overcharging customers. The CPUC ruled that Golden State must refund Northern California and Southern California customers $9.5 million over the next 3 years and/or lower rates. About $400,000 in refunds will be given to 100,000 Southern California customers, including customers in Charter Oak, Claremont, Covina, Glendora, La Verne, San Dimas, Walnut, San Gabriel, Arcadia, El Monte, Irwindale, Monrovia, Monterey Park, Rosemead and Temple City.

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Pasadena Star News,
Date
December 21, 2011
Pages
p. A5
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Pasadena Star News,
Date
December 21, 2011
Pages
p. A5
Subjects
Golden State Water Company
Utilities
Item ID
32890AN
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Newspaper Index
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Population

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Contents
1. characteristics of the population, 1940. 2. population of 1940 by census tracts. 3. special census of Arcadia, September 5, 1946. 4. Census report reveals growth of Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune March 25, 1948. 5. Census shows 21,239 living. news clip February 12, 1949. 6. Report to the Cit…
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1. characteristics of the population, 1940.
2. population of 1940 by census tracts.
3. special census of Arcadia, September 5, 1946.
4. Census report reveals growth of Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune March 25, 1948.
5. Census shows 21,239 living. news clip February 12, 1949.
6. Report to the City of Arcadia on its population growth, 1950-1960.
7. Arcadia population, January 1951. hand-written.
8. Census shows 5400 increase. Arcadia Tribune February 21, 1952.
9. Facts about Arcadia. from City publication, 1968.
10. Selected U.S. census characteristics, 1960-1970.
11. Selected socio-economic characteristics April 1, 1970.
12. City of Arcadia census tracts, 1970 census.
13. Population growth past 1940 census. from: Arcadia General Plan, 1972.
14. High numbers in Arcadia. Arcadia Tribune July 5, 1973.
15. East valley population up - west valley down. Los Angeles Times June 30, 1974.
16. Pasadena holds rank in declining population. Arcadia Tribune February 9, 1975.
17. Population estimate for Arcadia as of January 1, 1975. from: State Controller's Office.
18. General characteristics of the population: 1970 and other census data. 13 pages.
19. Census makes sense of city growth. n.d.
20. U.S. Bureau of the Census has released the final 1980 census of population and housing for Arcadia. Single sheet from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census. March 30, 1981.
21. Southern California Association of Governments compilation of California population statistics, March 1981. 5 pages.
22. Population estimate - Arcadia as of January 1, 1981: 46,029. Certification from State Controllers' Office.
23. SCAG 1980 Census report - housing data.
24. California State Census Data Center - data collected during April 1, 1980 decennial census. Six sheets of data, together with a tract map of Arcadia. Received from City Hall March 29, 1982.
25. Arcadia by census tracts, 1980.
26. Arcadia by census tracts - 1980. Taken from Thomas Bros. census tract mapbook.
27. College survey shows amazing Arcadia growth. news clip, circa 1950.
28. Planner outlines population trends. Arcadia Highlander January 15, 1986.
29. Neighbors: Arcadia - a look at our town. Arcadia Highlander October 21, 1987 p. 6 reprint.
30. U.S. census figures for Arcadia - 1940, 1950, 1960, 1970, 1980 and 1990.
31. 1990 census of population and housing characteristics, Arcadia.
32. 1990 census of population characteristics, Arcadia. 1990 Census Arcadia Information Demographic Profile, Population and Housing Census Quick Tables (QT) from Summary File 1 and Summary File 3 (Quick Tables retrieved from Internet on August 25, 2003).
33. 1990 census of population and housing, Arcadia.
34. All but three Valley cities grew in 1980s. Foothill Inter-City Newspapers January 30, 1991.
35. Population estimates for California Cities and Counties - Report 91 E-1, January 1, 1990 and January 1, 1991. Official State Estimates of the State of California.
36. Population estimates for California Cities and Counties - Report 93 E-4A, May 1993 - Official State Estimates of the State of California.
37. Essay "The Chinese American Experience in the San Gabriel Valley" by Amy Luu, for the Chinese American Museum Website. Retrieved 8/12/2004. Includes Chinese immigration population statistics.
38. Gum Saan Journal: Chinese Historical Society of Southern California, Volume 28, No. 1. 2005. By Jenny Cho, Chris Lee and Susie Ling. Of note is the article "The Early History of Chinese Americans in the San Gabriel Valley" by Susie Ling. Arcadia is specifically mentioned on pages 25, 27, 30, 35, 46. The early Chinese in Arcadia worked for Lucky Baldwin as ranch hands or domestic workers. Includes Census 2000 population figures of San Gabriel Valley cities. Gift from the writer Susie Ling. Her business card is enclosed.
39. Arcadia population statistics from the publication California Cities, Towns & Counties, 2005, p. 17. Data taken from 2000 Census except as noted. Includes year 2004 estimate.
40. "Asian newcomers create consternation in Arcadia." Actor Sho Kosugi in front of his controversial home, which has become a symbol of old timers' resentment in Arcadia. Los Angeles Times, September 19, 1985, p. SG, A1.
41.Will increase of Asians stir friction in Arcadia? 1 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, April 26, 1989, p. A-1.
42. Asian influx creates gaps in cultures. 2 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, April 30, 1989, p. A-1.
43. American dream often comes with hardships. 3 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, May 3, 1989, p. A-1.
44. Students grapple with language, cultural barriers. 4 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, May 7, 1989, p. A-1.
45. Striving to bridge gap between different cultures. 5 in a series of 5 articles by Marina Milligan. Arcadia Tribune, May 10, 1989, p. A-1.
46. Editorial. Shifting ethnicity: Arcadia adjusting to these changes. Arcadia Tribune. May 10, 1989, p. A4.
47. Arcadia demographics and socio-economic characteristics from California Cities, Towns & Counties, 2008. Includes population and general information such as local officials, housing, municipal finance and school district statistics.
48. Arcadia, CA Quick Facts from the U.S. Census Bureau with population estimate of 56,286 for 2006. Population characteristics from the 2000 Census and Business Quick Facts for the year 2002. Printed from the World Wide Web on November 20, 2008.
49. Arcadia demographics and socio-economic characteristics, general information, municipal finance. California Cities, Towns & Counties 2009.
50. 2010 Census Results, Arcadia, CA. Summary sheet showing population by age, race and ethnicity, housing, relationships, and households.
51. 1980 Census, Arcadia data. Various tables.
52. 2010 Census. Demographic profile data of Arcadia, CA. Includes total population, sex, age, race. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
53. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes education, marital status, relationships, fertility. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
54. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes income, employment, occupation, commuting to work. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
55. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes occupancy structure, housing value and costs, utilities. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
56. 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Arcadia, CA. Includes sex and age, race, Hispanic origin, housing units. Retrieved from website www.census.gov, American Fact Finder, on September 20, 2012.
57. Why are Chinese millionaires buying mansions in an L.A. suburb? (In print title is "Cash Pad: Chinese money transforms a California suburb" (Arcadia) by Karen Weise. Bloomberg Businessweek, October 20-October 26, 2014, pp. 52-57). Retrieved from www.businessweek.com on October 24, 2014. See also print version in VF Houses.
58. New wave of Chinese home buyers pose questions for Arcadia, October 20, 2014. Retrieved from 89.3 FM radio station KPCC website www.scpr.org on October 21, 2014.
59. Arcadia, from Profiles of California, 4th edition, 2015.
60. Arcadia, from Profiles of California, 2018 edition, Greyhouse Publishing.
61. San Gabriel Valley's population larger than 42 states. Survey: 28 percent of area residents of Asian descent. Pasadena Star News, February 22, 2018.
62. City of Arcadia providing outreach and access to City services, information and programs for limited English-proficient (LEP) residents with new translation services. From www.arcadiaca.gov, June 19, 2018.
63. Asian Americans surpass whites in San Gabriel Valley, marking a demographic milestone. Los Angeles Times, February 22, 2018.
64. American Fact Finder Demographic and Housing Estimates, 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates for Arcadia, CA. Breakdowns by sex and age and race. Retrieved from Factfinder.census.gov on September 14, 2019.
65. 2000 Census-Arcadia Information Population and Housing Census Quick Tables (QT) from Summary Files 1-4.
66. 2020 Census, Quick Facts for Arcadia City, California. Population as of April 1, 2020: 56,681. Includes categories: Age and Sex, Race and Hispanic Origin, Population Characteristics, Housing, Families & Living Arrangements, Computer and Internet Use, Education, Health, Economy, Transportation, Income & Poverty, Businesses, Geography.
67. 1999-2000 Economic Overview and Forecast of San Gabriel Valley. Prepared by Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation. Includes: Executive Summary, Defining the San Gabriel Valley (Infrastructure Assets), Overall Economic Environment, Trends in Major Indicators (population and demographics, real estate trends), Issues for the San Gabriel Valley, Statistical Tables.
68. 2020 Census. 68A. Quick Facts Arcadia City, California from 2020 Census (April 1, 2020 and population estimates as of July 1, 2021). 68B. Arcadia city, California-Census Bureau Profile, includes total population, median household income, bachelor's degree or higher, employment rate, total housing units, without health care coverage, total households, Hispanic or Latino. 68C. 2020 Census-Arcadia City, California, Age and Sex table of the American Community Survey (ACS). 68D. 2020 Census-Arcadia City, California, Demographic and Housing Estimates table of the American Community Survey (ACS). 68E. United States Census 2020 questionnaire. Printed from www.census.gov on June 1, 2022.
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Population
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As of January 1, 1974 Arcadia's population was 44,656. This figure showed a decrease from the April 1970 count of 45,138.

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Arcadia Tribune
Date
February 9, 1975
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p. A-3
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Arcadia Tribune
Date
February 9, 1975
Pages
p. A-3
Subjects
Population
Item ID
2229AN
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Newspaper Index
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"San Gabriel County will come into being within the life-time of many of you here", Attorney James Helms told a group meeting. He feels that the State Legislature holds the key to future secession efforts.

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Newspaper
Arcadia Tribune
Date
November 11, 1976
November 14, 1976
November 18, 1976
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p. A-1
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Newspaper
Arcadia Tribune
Date
November 11, 1976
November 14, 1976
November 18, 1976
Pages
p. A-1
Subjects
San Gabriel Valley - Secession
Item ID
2368AN
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Newspaper Index
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