Today In SCV History: January 24, 1888 - Richard E. Nickel Appointed As Acton Postmaster img:is([sizes="auto" i], [sizes^="auto," i]) { contain-intrinsic-size: 3000px 1500px } Today In SCV History: January 24, 1888
Today In SCV History: January 24, 1888 - Richard E. Nickel Appointed As Acton Postmaster
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Today In SCV History: January 24, 1888
Source: KHTS Hometown Station
Date: 01/24/2026 8:00am
Article Summary:
"Richard E. Nickel Appointed Acton Postmaster, Pioneering Community Development in 1888"
On January 24, 1888, Richard E. Nickel, known as the "Father of Acton," was appointed as the postmaster of Acton after relocating the Soledad Post Office to his general store. Nickel played a significant role in the development of Acton by establishing the Acton Hotel, launching the first local water company, and founding the Santa Clarita Valley's first newspaper, the "Acton Rooster," in 1891.
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Date: 01/24/2026 8:00am
Article Summary:
"Richard E. Nickel Appointed Acton Postmaster, Pioneering Community Development in 1888"
On January 24, 1888, Richard E. Nickel, known as the "Father of Acton," was appointed as the postmaster of Acton after relocating the Soledad Post Office to his general store. Nickel played a significant role in the development of Acton by establishing the Acton Hotel, launching the first local water company, and founding the Santa Clarita Valley's first newspaper, the "Acton Rooster," in 1891.
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