Etiwanda, Rancho Cucamonga, California
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Etiwanda is the easternmost of three formerly unincorporated communities that became part of Rancho Cucamonga, California, United States in 1977.[1][2]
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[edit] History
In November of 1881 George and William Chaffey purchased the land from Joseph Garcia, a retired Portuguese sea captain. As the first town planned by the Chaffey brothers, Etiwanda became their test bed. The Etiwanda Water Company, a mutual water company, and pipe system of irrigation designed by George Chaffey became the standard for water system management in southern California. Two other events are a further testament to the Chaffeys' innovation. The first long distance telephone call in southern California was completed between San Bernardino and Etiwanda in 1882 and the Chaffey-Garcia house boasted electric lights on December 4, 1882.[1][2]
[edit] Education
The community of Etiwanda has elementary, middle, and high schools that are part of the Etiwanda School District and Chaffey Joint Union High School District.[2]
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[edit] Notes
- ^ a b City of Rancho Cucamonga: "History of Rancho Cucamonga"
- ^ a b c Hickcox, Robert L.: "Dates in the History of Etiwanda, California"
[edit] References
- City of Rancho Cucamonga. History of Rancho Cucamonga. Retrieved on January 24, 2007.
- Hickcox, Robert L.; Chaffey High School (1981-09-23). Dates in the History of Etiwanda, California. Retrieved on January 24, 2007.
