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Don Gaspár de Portolá, a Spanish expedition party leader, discovered a picturesque valley and river in Southern California, which he christened Santa Ana, in honor of Saint Anne, on July 26, 1769. José Antonio Yorba, a youthful expedition soldier, and his nephew Juan Peralta, were given a Spanish land grant for the area. They developed the Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana for cattle grazing and productive farmland. In 1869, William H. Spurgeon purchased 70 acres from the Yorba family and plotted a town site. The new town was given the name Santa Ana. In 1886, Santa Ana was incorporated as a city. Orange County was separated from Los Angeles in 1889, and Santa Ana was designated the County Seat.
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Claimed in 1869 by Kentuckian William H. Spurgeon on land obtained from the descendents of Jose Antonio Yorba, Santa Ana was incorporated as a city in 1886.
1895 - Santa Ana
Santa Ana, a post-village, capital of Orange co, Cal, 34 miles by rail S.E. of Los Angeles. It has 2 churches, a flour-mill, lumber- and planing-mills, soda-mineral. works, feed-mills, and manufactures of hardware, bricks, cigars, incubators, &c., Pop. in 1890, 3628.
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Santa Ana, a banking city, capital of Orange co., Cal., 34 miles SE. of Los Angeles on the Southern Pacific and Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Rs. It is in a fruit and dairying region. Pop. in 1890, 3628; in 1900, 4933.
1964 - Flee Market Fire
Santa Ana, Orange Co. – AP – A spectacular fire which forced 15 persons to flee for safety destroyed a Mayfair Market here yesterday causing damage estimated by fire officials at $250,000. There were no injuries.
Fresno Bee Republican
Fresno, California
April 7, 1964
Santa Ana has a lot to offer! Here's a mix of places to visit and things to do in and around the area:
Bowers Museum: This world-class museum offers an extensive collection of art and cultural artifacts from around the world. It's a fantastic place to explore history and culture through exhibits and special events.

Discovery Cube Orange County: If you're traveling with kids or are a science enthusiast, the Discovery Cube is a must-visit. It features interactive exhibits on a variety of science and technology topics, making learning fun for all ages.

Old Orange County Courthouse: This historic courthouse is an architectural gem. You can explore its beautiful interior, learn about the history of Orange County, and even catch a reenactment of a historic trial.

Downtown Santa Ana: The downtown area is a hub of activity. Stroll through the streets to enjoy street art, boutique shops, and a diverse range of dining options. The Artists Village in downtown is known for its galleries and live performances.

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