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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Railroads, Business, Grist mills, Buildings, Modes of transportation, African Americans
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Copyright © 1999 by Palatine Historical Society
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2. Plymouth Mills and Factories
written by James W. Baker; in Plymouth, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2002), 17-30
Plymouth is best known as the Pilgrim landing place, but history did not stop when the dishes were cleared away from the first Thanksgiving. A prosperous fishing village before the War of 1812, Plymouth developed mills and factories to line its modest brooks during the Industrial Revolution, and elegant dwellings...
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written by James W. Baker; in Plymouth, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2002), 17-30
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Plymouth is best known as the Pilgrim landing place, but history did not stop when the dishes were cleared away from the first Thanksgiving. A prosperous fishing village before the War of 1812, Plymouth developed mills and factories to line its modest brooks during the Industrial Revolution, and elegant dwellings were built to replace humble Colonial homes. Steamboats and the railway brought waves of immigrants and summer visitors, transforming t...
Plymouth is best known as the Pilgrim landing place, but history did not stop when the dishes were cleared away from the first Thanksgiving. A prosperous fishing village before the War of 1812, Plymouth developed mills and factories to line its modest brooks during the Industrial Revolution, and elegant dwellings were built to replace humble Colonial homes. Steamboats and the railway brought waves of immigrants and summer visitors, transforming the small Yankee village into a bustling town. Later, the mills closed, tourist traffic replaced the clatter of machinery, and massive housing developments transformed the town as the kaleidoscope of history turned yet again. Plymouth's intriguing past is not altogether lost. In Plymouth, the reader will find the elm-shaded streets, mill villages, modest shops, and rustic pond-side cottages that generations of residents and visitors have loved. The reader will see vanished landmarks, such as the Samoset House and the Mayflower Inn, the Cornish and Burton schools, and the Leyden Street Casino. From the world's largest rope manufactory (Plymouth Cordage) to Uncle George's famous woolly horse, from Water Street's ancient wharves and chandleries to the storm of 1898, and from Pres. Warren G. Harding's tercentenary visit to Richard Nixon's welcome of the Mayflower II in 1957, the best of the town's visual history is gathered in Plymouth.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
James W. Baker
Date Published / Released
2002
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Factories, Grist mills
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Copyright © 2002 by James W. Baker
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Images of America, Portuguese Community of San Diego
in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 128 page(s),
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In a century’s time, Portuguese explorers had discovered two-thirds of the world. In 1542, Joao Rodrigues Cabrilho uncovered the west coast of America when he sailed into a large bay sheltered by a beautiful peninsula that would someday be known as Point Loma. By the 20th century, a small group of Portuguese imm...
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in Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 128 page(s),
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In a century’s time, Portuguese explorers had discovered two-thirds of the world. In 1542, Joao Rodrigues Cabrilho uncovered the west coast of America when he sailed into a large bay sheltered by a beautiful peninsula that would someday be known as Point Loma. By the 20th century, a small group of Portuguese immigrants had settled in the La Playa area in pursuit of a life on the sea. They brought their unique traditions and folklore customs, bu...
In a century’s time, Portuguese explorers had discovered two-thirds of the world. In 1542, Joao Rodrigues Cabrilho uncovered the west coast of America when he sailed into a large bay sheltered by a beautiful peninsula that would someday be known as Point Loma. By the 20th century, a small group of Portuguese immigrants had settled in the La Playa area in pursuit of a life on the sea. They brought their unique traditions and folklore customs, built churches and halls, and celebrated with Holy Spirit Festas in the streets of their new homeland. Today 19,717 make up San Diego’s Portuguese community, where many of them still live in Point Loma.
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Field of Study
American History
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Book
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
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Copyright © 2009 by the Portuguese Historical Center with Donna Alves-Calhoun
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4. Farm and Factory: Cherry City to the Center of Industry
written by Cynthia Vrilakas Simons; in San Leandro, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing), 53-76
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written by Cynthia Vrilakas Simons; in San Leandro, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing), 53-76
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Cynthia Vrilakas Simons
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Canneries, Festivals, Farming, Community events, Industry
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Copyright © 2008 by Cynthia Vrilakas Simons
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11. Jewish Caterers and Other Professions
written by Allen Meyers; in The Jewish Community Around North Broad Street, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2002), 105-122
The cradle of Jewish life in Philadelphia began with the establishment of the first synagogue, Mikveh Israel, in 1740. With the influx of many German Jews in the 1840s, the community expanded above Spring Garden Street into the Northern Liberties neighborhood. Urban settlement of Philadelphia's Jewish population d...
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written by Allen Meyers; in The Jewish Community Around North Broad Street, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2002), 105-122
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The cradle of Jewish life in Philadelphia began with the establishment of the first synagogue, Mikveh Israel, in 1740. With the influx of many German Jews in the 1840s, the community expanded above Spring Garden Street into the Northern Liberties neighborhood. Urban settlement of Philadelphia's Jewish population during the last quarter of the nineteenth century shifted to North Broad Street when the economy improved for the city's residents after...
The cradle of Jewish life in Philadelphia began with the establishment of the first synagogue, Mikveh Israel, in 1740. With the influx of many German Jews in the 1840s, the community expanded above Spring Garden Street into the Northern Liberties neighborhood. Urban settlement of Philadelphia's Jewish population during the last quarter of the nineteenth century shifted to North Broad Street when the economy improved for the city's residents after the Civil War. North Broad Street soon boasted two elegantly designed synagogues and the newly relocated Jewish Hospital from West Philadelphia. The Jewish Community around North Broad Street weaves the tale of the Jewish community in this part of Philadelphia through a collection of rare and stunning images. The construction of the North Broad Street subway in the 1920s and the row house Jewish community known as Logan are parts of this story. The development of business districts led to a more cohesive north and northwest Jewish community that allowed for satellite Jewish enclaves to flourish, complete with their own synagogues, bakeries, kosher meat markets, and hundreds of other shops that served the general population. In the 1950s, new neighborhoods, such as Mount Airy and West Oak Lane, alleviated an acute housing shortage at a time when 110,000 Jews lived in north-central and northwest Philadelphia.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Allen Meyers
Date Published / Released
2002
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Food industry, Nantaughtacund, Tboli
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Copyright © 2002 by Allen Meyers
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3. Lumber, Oranges, and Steel Ships
written by Michael D. White; in The Port of Los Angeles, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2007), 27-80
The epic of the Port of Los Angeles was initiated more than 150 years ago by a handful of visionaries and entrepreneurs who exploited both fortunate and outrageous circumstances to transform a tidal mudflat into the world’s largest man-made harbor. Phineas Banning and archrival Augustus Timms were among the firs...
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written by Michael D. White; in The Port of Los Angeles, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2007), 27-80
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The epic of the Port of Los Angeles was initiated more than 150 years ago by a handful of visionaries and entrepreneurs who exploited both fortunate and outrageous circumstances to transform a tidal mudflat into the world’s largest man-made harbor. Phineas Banning and archrival Augustus Timms were among the first to realize the potential of the coastal dent on the map called San Pedro Bay in the 1850s. The bay’s namesake village expanded from...
The epic of the Port of Los Angeles was initiated more than 150 years ago by a handful of visionaries and entrepreneurs who exploited both fortunate and outrageous circumstances to transform a tidal mudflat into the world’s largest man-made harbor. Phineas Banning and archrival Augustus Timms were among the first to realize the potential of the coastal dent on the map called San Pedro Bay in the 1850s. The bay’s namesake village expanded from a backwater loading point for raw cattle hides to a deepwater harbor rivaling and eventually surpassing San Francisco as the busiest port on the U.S. Pacific coast, and would later become the nation’s largest container port. Political battles in far-off Washington, D.C., economic booms and depressions, world wars, and billions of tons of cargo and material later, the Port of Los Angeles remains America’s premier revolving door for trade with markets around the world.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Michael D. White
Date Published / Released
2007
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Iron and steel industry, Seaports, Boats and ships, Lumber industry, Food industry
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Copyright © 2008 by Michael D. White
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4. Commerce, Fishing, and the Factory
written by Tammy L. Willey; in The St. George Peninsula, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2005), 51-76
This fascinating history captures more than two centuries of life on and around the St. George Peninsula. These images feature war heroes, churches, community volunteers, historic sites, summer visitors, sailing vessels, and all phases of the still important fishing industry. St. George’s rich cultural heritage...
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written by Tammy L. Willey; in The St. George Peninsula, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2005), 51-76
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This fascinating history captures more than two centuries of life on and around the St. George Peninsula. These images feature war heroes, churches, community volunteers, historic sites, summer visitors, sailing vessels, and all phases of the still important fishing industry. St. George’s rich cultural heritage is well documented due to the booming granite industry, which lured European laborers to this area in the early 20th century. Many of t...
This fascinating history captures more than two centuries of life on and around the St. George Peninsula. These images feature war heroes, churches, community volunteers, historic sites, summer visitors, sailing vessels, and all phases of the still important fishing industry. St. George’s rich cultural heritage is well documented due to the booming granite industry, which lured European laborers to this area in the early 20th century. Many of these quarry workers remained. They put down roots and constructed stores, post offices, schools, and clusters of wood-framed dwellings. The stark walls of abandoned granite quarries still pay tribute to these hardworking immigrants. Today, this area is the gateway to Monhegan Island. It inspires the exceptional Wyeth paintings and is a magnet for other noted artists and photographers. Locals, however, still cling to the traditions of their small seaside town.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Tammy L. Willey
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Factories, Sport fishing, Food industry, Industry, Persons, Toys
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Copyright © 2005 by Tammy L. Willey
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6. Mills, Factories, and Businesses
written by Constance L. McCart; in Washington Township, Gloucester County, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 77-96
Washington Township, now the largest community in Gloucester County, was first incorporated in 1836. Its 22 acres of land, however, had been settled by Europeans as early as the 18th century, when farms were established near Lenni-Lenape encampments. By the mid-19th century, the area listed the communities of Hurf...
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written by Constance L. McCart; in Washington Township, Gloucester County, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2009), 77-96
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Washington Township, now the largest community in Gloucester County, was first incorporated in 1836. Its 22 acres of land, however, had been settled by Europeans as early as the 18th century, when farms were established near Lenni-Lenape encampments. By the mid-19th century, the area listed the communities of Hurffville, Turnersville, Spring Mills or Grenloch Terrace, Dilkesboro, Creesville, Bunker Hill, Chestnut Ridge, and Bells Lake within the...
Washington Township, now the largest community in Gloucester County, was first incorporated in 1836. Its 22 acres of land, however, had been settled by Europeans as early as the 18th century, when farms were established near Lenni-Lenape encampments. By the mid-19th century, the area listed the communities of Hurffville, Turnersville, Spring Mills or Grenloch Terrace, Dilkesboro, Creesville, Bunker Hill, Chestnut Ridge, and Bells Lake within the township borders. While it remained a farming community throughout the first half of the 20th century, during the 1950s modern housing developments began to replace the farms and peach orchards. The vintage photographs in Washington Township, Gloucester County have been compiled to serve as an archive and assist in preserving the township’s rich history.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Constance L. McCart
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Grist mills, Textile mills, Factories, Lumber mills, Business, Industrial buildings, Buildings, Industry
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Copyright © 2009 by Constance L. McCart
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2. Treasure in the River
written by Dennis E. Dalton; in Waynesville and Wayne Township, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing), 61-66
Samuel Heighway founded Waynesville in 1797 and thought his town would become the capital of the Northwest Territory—a dream that never materialized. However, Waynesville did grow up to become the “Antiques Capital of the Midwest,” snagging its own little piece of American heritage. Older than the state of O...
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written by Dennis E. Dalton; in Waynesville and Wayne Township, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing), 61-66
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Samuel Heighway founded Waynesville in 1797 and thought his town would become the capital of the Northwest Territory—a dream that never materialized. However, Waynesville did grow up to become the “Antiques Capital of the Midwest,” snagging its own little piece of American heritage. Older than the state of Ohio, Waynesville has been home to its original settlers, the Quakers, and a long line of pioneers whose descendents still live in the a...
Samuel Heighway founded Waynesville in 1797 and thought his town would become the capital of the Northwest Territory—a dream that never materialized. However, Waynesville did grow up to become the “Antiques Capital of the Midwest,” snagging its own little piece of American heritage. Older than the state of Ohio, Waynesville has been home to its original settlers, the Quakers, and a long line of pioneers whose descendents still live in the area . . . even the ghosts have a hard time moving on! Waynesville successfully maintains its illusion of small-town America, to the delight of citizens and visitors alike.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Dennis E. Dalton
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Sport fishing, Fossils, Grist mills, Rivers
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Copyright © 2012 by Dennis E. Dalton
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3. Fruits and Farms
written by Lynn M. Barton, Joan E. Sassone and Mary Hasek Grenier; in Webster, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2010), 47-62
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written by Lynn M. Barton, Joan E. Sassone and Mary Hasek Grenier; in Webster, Images of America (Charleston, SC: Arcadia Publishing, 2010), 47-62
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Book
Author / Creator
Lynn M. Barton, Joan E. Sassone, Mary Hasek Grenier
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
Arcadia Publishing
Series
Images of America
Topic / Theme
Canneries, Family farms, Food industry, Farming, Fruits, Persons, Farms, Orchards and groves
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Copyright © 2010 by Lynn M. Barton, Joan E. Sassone, and Mary Hasek Grenier
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