 Arlington and Haller City were platted within a month of each other in 1890, quickly developing a rivalry that would continue for several years.Arlington and Haller City grew rapidly in their first years, reaching a combined population of 500 by 1893, relying on agriculture, dairy farming and the manufacturing of wood shingles as their main sources of income.Both towns established their own schools, post offices, saloons, general stores, churches, social clubs, and hotels.