Author: Kathleen Crocker
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439615667
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
City founder James Prendergast and other industrious pioneers were drawn to the outlet of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State because of its abundant waterpower and virgin forests. The skills of these settlers, coupled with the area's natural resources, led to the emergence of industrial Jamestown, known worldwide for its diverse manufacture of quality products, including furniture, metal, and textiles. The authors have chosen more than two hundred vintage images based on historic markers for Jamestown. Thorough research and oral histories reveal contributions made by trailblazing immigrants, philanthropic families, diverse ethnic groups, earnest businessmen, and three hometown notables who achieved global fame: Lucille Ball, Roger Tory Peterson, and Robert H. Jackson.
Jamestown
Author: Kathleen Crocker
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439615667
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
City founder James Prendergast and other industrious pioneers were drawn to the outlet of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State because of its abundant waterpower and virgin forests. The skills of these settlers, coupled with the area's natural resources, led to the emergence of industrial Jamestown, known worldwide for its diverse manufacture of quality products, including furniture, metal, and textiles. The authors have chosen more than two hundred vintage images based on historic markers for Jamestown. Thorough research and oral histories reveal contributions made by trailblazing immigrants, philanthropic families, diverse ethnic groups, earnest businessmen, and three hometown notables who achieved global fame: Lucille Ball, Roger Tory Peterson, and Robert H. Jackson.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1439615667
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
City founder James Prendergast and other industrious pioneers were drawn to the outlet of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State because of its abundant waterpower and virgin forests. The skills of these settlers, coupled with the area's natural resources, led to the emergence of industrial Jamestown, known worldwide for its diverse manufacture of quality products, including furniture, metal, and textiles. The authors have chosen more than two hundred vintage images based on historic markers for Jamestown. Thorough research and oral histories reveal contributions made by trailblazing immigrants, philanthropic families, diverse ethnic groups, earnest businessmen, and three hometown notables who achieved global fame: Lucille Ball, Roger Tory Peterson, and Robert H. Jackson.
The Jamestown Furniture Industry: History in Wood, 1816-1920
Author: Clarence Carlson
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625847793
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
While all but gone today, Jamestown's furniture industry was once the second-largest producer of furniture in the United States. Manufacturing boomed from 1816, when William Breed and Royal Keyes opened their shops, to the 1920s, when Jamestown was still one of the top wood furniture producers in the country. In the nineteenth century, the thriving railroad industry allowed Jamestown's quality creations to be distributed nationwide. After the Civil War, an influx of Swedish immigrants brought their craftsmanship and skills to Jamestown, forming Morgan Manufacturing, Empire Furniture Company and many others. Then, their pieces were valued for quality and durability; today, they're coveted by collectors as beautiful antiques. Local expert Clarence Carlson uncovers the fascinating story of Jamestown furniture.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625847793
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
While all but gone today, Jamestown's furniture industry was once the second-largest producer of furniture in the United States. Manufacturing boomed from 1816, when William Breed and Royal Keyes opened their shops, to the 1920s, when Jamestown was still one of the top wood furniture producers in the country. In the nineteenth century, the thriving railroad industry allowed Jamestown's quality creations to be distributed nationwide. After the Civil War, an influx of Swedish immigrants brought their craftsmanship and skills to Jamestown, forming Morgan Manufacturing, Empire Furniture Company and many others. Then, their pieces were valued for quality and durability; today, they're coveted by collectors as beautiful antiques. Local expert Clarence Carlson uncovers the fascinating story of Jamestown furniture.
Swedish Passenger Arrivals in the United States, 1820-1850
Author: Nils William Olsson
Publisher: Stockholm : Schmidts Boktryckeri
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 670
Book Description
Svenska passagerare som ankom till Amerikas Förenta Stater 1820-1850.
Publisher: Stockholm : Schmidts Boktryckeri
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 670
Book Description
Svenska passagerare som ankom till Amerikas Förenta Stater 1820-1850.
Swedish Immigrants in Lincoln's Time
Author: Nels Magnus Hokanson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
His Name was Jonas
Author: Emmet E. Eklund
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Lutherans
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Lutherans
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
Saga from the Hills
Author: M. Lorimer Moe
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Jamestown (N.Y.)
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Jamestown (N.Y.)
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description
About Sweden, 1900-1963
Author: Bure Holmbäck
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
The National Union Catalog, Pre-1956 Imprints
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Union catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Union catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
Paper as a Vehicle of Communication
Author: Sweden illustrated
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Forest products industry
Languages : en
Pages : 142
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Forest products industry
Languages : en
Pages : 142
Book Description
Dictionary Catalog of the Research Libraries of the New York Public Library, 1911-1971
Author: New York Public Library. Research Libraries
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 600
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Library catalogs
Languages : en
Pages : 600
Book Description