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Legendary Locals of Lakewood

Steve Dunkelberger,Walter Neary
Legendary Locals of Lakewood Book PDF

Author : Steve Dunkelberger,Walter Neary
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04-21
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781439642962

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Legendary Locals of Lakewood by Steve Dunkelberger,Walter Neary Pdf

Lakewood was a vibrant community long before it incorporated in 1996, though cityhood helped give the area one name and identity. In the mid-19th century, Lakewood was the site of British farms and the first US military base in Washington Territory. Men who became famous in the Civil War, such as George Pickett, served there. Native American leader Leschi, the victim of “judicial lynching” by civilians, spent his last days there. As Lakewood became a retreat for Puget Sound’s rich and famous, names such as Carman and Alexander—as famous in their day as the name Weyerhaeuser was and is—settled here, leaving behind reminders like Lakewold Gardens. One of Lakewood’s most famous residents was Ivan, a captive gorilla who captured the hearts of animal lovers worldwide.

Legendary Locals of Lakewood

Steve Dunkelberger and Walter Neary
Legendary Locals of Lakewood Book PDF

Author : Steve Dunkelberger and Walter Neary
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 1 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467101165

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Legendary Locals of Lakewood by Steve Dunkelberger and Walter Neary Pdf

Lakewood was a vibrant community long before it incorporated in 1996, though cityhood helped give the area one name and identity. In the mid-19th century, Lakewood was the site of British farms and the first US military base in Washington Territory. Men who became famous in the Civil War, such as George Pickett, served there. Native American leader Leschi, the victim of "judicial lynching" by civilians, spent his last days there. As Lakewood became a retreat for Puget Sound's rich and famous, names such as Carman and Alexander--as famous in their day as the name Weyerhaeuser was and is--settled here, leaving behind reminders like Lakewold Gardens. One of Lakewood's most famous residents was Ivan, a captive gorilla who captured the hearts of animal lovers worldwide.

Legendary Locals of the Chautauqua Lake Region, New York

Kathleen Crocker,Jane Currie
Legendary Locals of the Chautauqua Lake Region New York Book PDF

Author : Kathleen Crocker,Jane Currie
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467100205

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Legendary Locals of the Chautauqua Lake Region, New York by Kathleen Crocker,Jane Currie Pdf

From founding families in the early 1800s to contemporary conservationists in 2011, this volume celebrates a multitude of individuals who have impacted the Chautauqua Lake region. Before the armchair traveler journeys around the lake, a sampling of historians and photographers are honored for preserving its past. Subsequent chapters showcase the lakeside communities of Mayville, Dewittville, Point Chautauqua, Maple Springs, Bemus Point, Greenhurst, Fluvanna, Jamestown, Celoron, Lakewood, Ashville, Stow, and the Chautauqua Institution. Each presents several residents who aided its growth, made significant contributions, or simply remain of interest for their uniqueness.

Legendary Locals of Broomfield

Carol Turner
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Author : Carol Turner
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-20
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781439647875

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Legendary Locals of Broomfield by Carol Turner Pdf

The city of Broomfield had its beginnings in the “howling wilderness” of the late 1850s. At first, the settlement was little more than two stage stops along a treacherous route to California. The Church family operated Church’s Crossing Stage Stop, a day’s ride from Denver on the Overland Trail. Over many years, other pioneer families settled in: the Graves and Crooks families, the Browns, Nissens, Wrights, Koziseks, Archers, Hansens, Shaws, Brunners, and more. Some of these families claim five or six generations in the area. A century passed before Broomfield began to grow into the city it is today. In the late 1950s, a group of investors began building Broomfield Heights. As young families began moving in, the farm community was transformed into a suburban city, guided by local notables such as Don DesCombes, George Di Ciero, and others. Perhaps the most admirable aspect of the city’s history is the enormous amount of work done by community-minded volunteers. Their story is one of selfless enthusiasm, of hard work with no reward except a better place to live.

Legendary Locals of Cleveland

Thea Gallo Becker
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Author : Thea Gallo Becker
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467100298

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Legendary Locals of Cleveland by Thea Gallo Becker Pdf

In 1796, when Gen. Moses Cleaveland founded the settlement on Lake Erie's shores that would become the city of Cleveland, he opened the way for many dynamic, visionary, and diverse individuals who would not only help Cleveland prosper as one of the greatest cities in the Midwest, but also give the city its unique character. Mobster Danny Greene's fate was sealed by a car bomb and his life was later immortalized in film. Vernon Stouffer helped revolutionize the frozen food industry and the way Americans eat. Almeda Adams refused to let her disability keep her from making contributions in education and music. And Zelma Watson George found success in theater and, later, politics as a goodwill ambassador and a delegate to the United Nations. Legendary Locals of Cleveland chronicles the fascinating stories of citizens who have impacted the city in political, social, philanthropic, business, educational, scientific/medical, entertainment, and even criminal areas.

Legendary Locals of Rumson

Roberta H. Van Anda
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Author : Roberta H. Van Anda
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781467101769

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Legendary Locals of Rumson by Roberta H. Van Anda Pdf

Profiles notable Rumson organizations, businesses, and residents, including Bruce Springsteen, Albert A. Kerr, and Cups and Cakes.

Legendary Locals of Arvada

Tanya Long
Legendary Locals of Arvada Book PDF

Author : Tanya Long
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-01-19
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781439649206

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Legendary Locals of Arvada by Tanya Long Pdf

Unique characters have always made up the landscape of Arvada. Pioneers, ranchers and farmers, business leaders, community-minded individuals, doctors, sports figures, and even a Broadway star have all called home the city on a bluff overlooking Clear Creek. Benjamin Wadsworth was not only one of Arvada’s founding fathers but also the town’s first postmaster, and he donated many parcels of land for schools and churches to be built in the burgeoning town. Lloyd King, in 1947, opened the first King Soopers grocery store in Arvada. From this one small market grew an empire of more than 100 King Soopers stores in Colorado. Popular radio personality Irv Brown is known as “Denver’s go-to guy” for sports talk. Brown coached at Arvada High School during the 1960s, leading the Redskins to 10 conference football titles and one state championship. And two-time Cy Young Award–winner Roy Halladay honed his baseball skills in Arvada as a youth. The starting pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies graduated from Arvada West High School in 1995. From Louis Ralston’s discovery of gold in 1850 along the creek that bears his name, to the present day sprawling suburb, Arvada’s people have helped make the town a jewel of the Centennial State.

Legendary Locals of Coppell

Shaun M. Jex
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Author : Shaun M. Jex
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2015-11-23
Category : Photography
ISBN : 9781439654620

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Legendary Locals of Coppell by Shaun M. Jex Pdf

Coppell has produced a wealth of personalities that could have leapt from the pages of a novel. The town’s early days brought John and Sarah Stringfellow, who helped found the town’s oldest church, and Josiah and John Record, a father-and-son duo who were victims of lynching. The coming of the Cottonbelt Railroad created the mystery of town namesake George Coppell. The town was home to farmers like domino-loving Buren Ledbetter and sharecropper W.A. Ottinger. It had its own “Floyd the Barber” (Floyd Harwell), as well as Jo Jackson, the librarian known to most as the “Bird Lady of Coppell.” The town has produced a wealth of heroes like Carroll Kirkland, who was killed in World War II, and Jacob Schick, a decorated veteran of the Iraq War. It is also a town that has turned tragedy into triumph through stories like Todd and Tara Storch, who transformed the pain of their daughter Taylor’s death into the life-giving charity Taylor’s Gift. Together their stories tell the story of Coppell, a place that at its heart will always be a small town.

Legendary Locals of the Puyallup Valley

Ruth Anderson
Legendary Locals of the Puyallup Valley Book PDF

Author : Ruth Anderson
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467100892

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Legendary Locals of the Puyallup Valley by Ruth Anderson Pdf

Migrating tribes settled along the river in the J-shaped valley lying beneath the majestic mountain known today as Mount Rainier. Tribal traders from east of the mountains called the western valley tribe "generous people," a word that in English sounds like "Puyallup." Pioneers found promise in clearing the land, creating the towns of Puyallup, Sumner, and Orting, and donating property for the common good. Agriculture produced hop barons, nationally renowned daffodil bulb growers, and successful berry farmers. Early entrepreneurs spawned multigenerational businesses while doctors, educators, and civic leaders more than fulfilled pioneer dreams. In 1900, a small band of men established an annual fair in Puyallup, which became the Washington State Fair. More recently, benefactors helped to build premier fitness and medical facilities. Citizens from each town continue to participate in community service clubs. Legendary Locals of the Puyallup Valley weaves a story of determined people who have left their mark on this beautiful valley.

Legendary Locals of North Ridgeville

Carol G. Klear
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Author : Carol G. Klear
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : History
ISBN : 9781467101448

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Legendary Locals of North Ridgeville by Carol G. Klear Pdf

It was 1810 when a group of men from Connecticut roved west to Ohio, establishing the first permanent settlement in what became North Ridgeville. Led by David Beebe Sr., they foraged for food and shelter. The pioneer spirit of the aggregation sustained them and others who followed. Farming provided sustenance and many farms including those owned by the Solomons, Gerharts, and others have continued the tradition. Education was greatly respected and 10 school districts became part of the community s landscape. An early school still stands on Jaycox Road, where retired teachers Julie Bajda and Barb Sutton reenacted the roles of teachers from earlier times. The former Buffalo Trail became Center Ridge Road, the city s main thoroughfare, and, in 1960, the township developed into a city governed by a mayor, council, and various department heads. Businesses, such as Buescher s Hardware and the Bogner Funeral Home opened and remain today. Groups of residents cultivated interests into organizations with a goal of working together seamlessly for the good of the community."

Legendary Locals of Vancouver, Washington

Pat Jollota
Legendary Locals of Vancouver Washington Book PDF

Author : Pat Jollota
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : History
ISBN : 1467100013

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Legendary Locals of Vancouver, Washington by Pat Jollota Pdf

Profiles Vancouver's most notable and notorious residents, from the city's namesake, British Captain George Vancouver, and explorer William Clark to modern day musicians and philanthropists.

Legendary Locals of the Pine Barrens of New Jersey

Karen F. Riley and Andrew Gioulis, Foreword by Peter H. Stemmer
Legendary Locals of the Pine Barrens of New Jersey Book PDF

Author : Karen F. Riley and Andrew Gioulis, Foreword by Peter H. Stemmer
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781467100816

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Legendary Locals of the Pine Barrens of New Jersey by Karen F. Riley and Andrew Gioulis, Foreword by Peter H. Stemmer Pdf

Our country's first national reserve, the Pine Barrens, harbors a wonderful secret unknown to most outsiders. This 1.1-million-acre treasure trove of pitch pine and sugar sand is home to many rare species and almost 17 trillion gallons of the purest water on earth. It was in this forest that men like Leland Champion logged trees and built sawmills. It was along these waterways that craftsmen like Gary Giberson made prized decoys. And it was in these woods that Stanley Switlik built a tower from which Amelia Earhart jumped, testing his parachute so it could be used in World War II. These woods yielded inventors whose products we enjoy today: cultivated blueberries, cranberry sauce, and Welch's grape juice. It was here that Bob Buchanan reached for the mooring lines as the Hindenburg ended its final, fated voyage. And it was here in Buzby's General Store that John McPhee penned his classic book, The Pine Barrens, setting into motion legislation to preserve this area for future generations.

Lakewood Park

The Guinan Family
Lakewood Park Book PDF

Author : The Guinan Family
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : History
ISBN : 0738565784

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Lakewood Park by The Guinan Family Pdf

Situated in the coal regions of northeast Pennsylvania, Lakewood Park was established in 1916 by the Guinan family as a place to bathe, picnic, and camp. It became known as a nature retreat for the nearby miners and their families, and it developed into the destination for swimming, amusement rides, skating, big band dances, boxing matches, ethnic celebrations, summer stock plays, and political banquets. The park boasted a 150-yard cement pool, hand-carved Spillman carousel, and grand ballroom. It was the host of the longest-running ethnic festival in Pennsylvania, Lithuanian Day, from 1914 to 1984. Using vintage images, Lakewood Park recalls the various festivals and celebrations, amusements rides, and celebrity performers, such as Dick Clark and Doris Day, that made the park an entertainment mecca for 68 years.

Basketball in Long Beach

Mike Guardabascio,Chris Trevino
Basketball in Long Beach Book PDF

Author : Mike Guardabascio,Chris Trevino
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2015-09-28
Category : History
ISBN : 9781625854612

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Basketball in Long Beach by Mike Guardabascio,Chris Trevino Pdf

Long Beach has produced some of California's best teams and players, from the NCAA success of Long Beach State to the CIF dominance of Long Beach Poly. Starting with the early hoop dreams of the 1900s, lace up your kicks, step in the gym and prepare for an unforgettable lesson in California basketball history. Explore the city's most celebrated athletes and teams, including local pioneers of women's basketball, who found an early home on the city's hardcourts. Complete with exclusive photos and interviews, authors Mike Guardabascio and Chris Trevino give a play-by-play of the sport's illustrious past in the city of Long Beach.

Motorsports and American Culture

Mark D. Howell,John D. Miller
Motorsports and American Culture Book PDF

Author : Mark D. Howell,John D. Miller
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04-10
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781442230972

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Motorsports and American Culture by Mark D. Howell,John D. Miller Pdf

Soon after the first automobiles were introduced in the United States, auto racing became a reality. Since that time, motorsports have expanded to include drag racing, open wheel racing, rallying, demolition derbies, stock car racing, and more. Motorsports have grown to such an extent that NASCAR is now the second most watched professional sport in America, behind only football. But motorsports are about much more than going fast and finishing first. These events also reflect our culture, our society, our values, and our history. In Motorsports and American Culture: From Demolition Derbies to NASCAR, Mark D. Howell and John D. Miller bring together essays that examine the relevancy of motorsports to American culture and history, from the late nineteenth century to the present. Addressing a wide spectrum of motorsports—such as stock car racing, demolition derbies, land speed record pursuits, and even staged train wrecks—the essays highlight the social and cultural implications of contemporary and historical moments in these sports. Topics covered include gender roles in motorsports, hot rods and the creation of fan and participant identities, the appeal of demolition derbies, the globalization of motorsports, the role of moonshine in stock car history, the economic relationship between NASCAR and its corporate sponsors, and more. Offering the most thorough study of motorsports to date from a diverse pool of disciplines and subjects, Motorsports and American Culture will appeal to motorsports and automobile enthusiasts, as well as those interested in American history, popular culture, sports history, and gender studies.