Below the surface of bustling National City lies the story of olive and citrus orchards; grand Victorian homes; great wealth; and the coming of the first railroad. Founded in 1868 by Frank Kimball; National City is credited with multiple distinguished firsts. On the county level; the San Diego County Fair originated here; the first novel published was by a National City pioneer; the first free kindergarten opened here; the first automobile was built here; and the first railroad terminus was located here. On the state level; the first woman to serve as an elected member of a school board lived in National City. Today the city is home to 61;000 residents; and as an accessible and diverse community; all eyes now look upon National City as it begins to experience a renaissance of growth and commerce.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Informative BookBy Donna ColeMy husband is from around Ardmore. OK and we knew several who was written about in the book. Very interesting.
