El Cajon
real estate El Cajon, California. In the early part of the nineteenth century the explorations of the missions for pasture land led them to the El Cajon Valley. The surrounding foothills were a barrier to straying cattle as well as a watershed to gather the rainfall for grasslands along the valley floor. For years the pasture lands supported the cattle herds of the mission and its native Indian converts. Years later El Cajon was moved into a more modern day city setting. It is not known what dates the white American or Spanish settlers began to call this area home. It is known however, that by the late nineteenth century that the area was becoming much more modern then when it was discovered. Knox's Corner was to be the nucleus of El Cajon's business district in those days and for many years after. By the turn of the century the two blocks of Main Street, boasted two hotels, a general store, meat market, post office, pharmacy, blacksmith shop, and sundry smaller shops and offices. At the general election of 1912, 123 electors voted to incorporate the area centering on the historic corners of Main and Magnolia. Today the City of El Cajon is proud to provide the community with seven facilities for recreation activities, social gatherings and a variety of services. These neighborhood centers are located strategically throughout the City. There are many activities and chances for community involvement that include: classes, day camps, sports, aquatics, and special events that are available for the entire family. Check out the El Cajon, California homepage, for more information on the city: http://www.ci.el-cajon.ca.us/ The El Cajon, California Chamber page is located here: http://www.eastcountychamber.org/
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