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Today In SCV History: January 16, 1877 - Newhall Post Office Established
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Today In SCV History: January 16, 1877
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Date: 01/16/2026 10:32am
Article Summary:
"Establishment and Early History of the Newhall Post Office on January 16, 1877"
On January 16, 1877, the Newhall Post Office was established at what is now the Saugus Pardee area, with George Campton, a local merchant and key figure in Newhall's early growth, serving as the inaugural postmaster. Despite receiving only $29.26 for his initial 184 days as postmaster, Campton's store and post office became central to the burgeoning community, offering a range of goods and services until an explosion destroyed his store in 1882.
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Date: 01/16/2026 10:32am
Article Summary:
"Establishment and Early History of the Newhall Post Office on January 16, 1877"
On January 16, 1877, the Newhall Post Office was established at what is now the Saugus Pardee area, with George Campton, a local merchant and key figure in Newhall's early growth, serving as the inaugural postmaster. Despite receiving only $29.26 for his initial 184 days as postmaster, Campton's store and post office became central to the burgeoning community, offering a range of goods and services until an explosion destroyed his store in 1882.
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