Glendora, California

Glendora, California

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Glendora is a city located in Los Angeles County, California. At the 2000 census, the city had a population of 49,415.

Related Topics:
Los Angeles County, California - 2000

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Located beneath the San Gabriel Mountains, Glendora was founded on April 1 1887 by George Whitcomb who moved to California from Illinois in 1885. Whitcomb devised the name Glendora by combining the name of his wife, Leadora Bennett Whitcomb, with the glen of the San Gabriel Mountains. Prior to its 1911 incorporation, Glendora's administrator officially occupied the office of President of Glendora.

Related Topics:
San Gabriel Mountains - April 1 - 1887 - Illinois - 1885 - Glen

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Glendora makes claims to award-winning public and private schools, luxuriant parks, and all-inclusive community services. It also boasts one of the lowest crime rates in the United States.

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