Author: James Anthony Schnur
Publisher: Community Heritage
ISBN: 9781935377917
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
A history of Pinellas County, Florida, paired with the stories of local companies.
St. Petersburg's Historic African American Neighborhoods
Author: Jon Wilson
Publisher: American Heritage
ISBN: 9781596292796
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Pepper Town, Methodist Town, the Gas Plant district and the 22nd Street South community--these once segregated neighborhoods were built by African Americans in the face of injustice. The resilient people who lived in these neighbourhoods established strong businesses, raised churches, created vibrant entertainment spots and forged bonds among family and friends for mutual well-being. After integration, the neighbourhoods eventually gave way to decay and urban renewal, and tales of unquenchable spirit in the face of adversity began to fade. In this companion volume to St. Petersburg's Historic 22nd Street South, Rosalie Peck and Jon Wilson share stories of people who built these thriving communities, and offer a rich narrative of hardships overcome, leaders who emerged and the perseverance of pioneers who kept the faith that a better day would arrive.
Publisher: American Heritage
ISBN: 9781596292796
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Pepper Town, Methodist Town, the Gas Plant district and the 22nd Street South community--these once segregated neighborhoods were built by African Americans in the face of injustice. The resilient people who lived in these neighbourhoods established strong businesses, raised churches, created vibrant entertainment spots and forged bonds among family and friends for mutual well-being. After integration, the neighbourhoods eventually gave way to decay and urban renewal, and tales of unquenchable spirit in the face of adversity began to fade. In this companion volume to St. Petersburg's Historic 22nd Street South, Rosalie Peck and Jon Wilson share stories of people who built these thriving communities, and offer a rich narrative of hardships overcome, leaders who emerged and the perseverance of pioneers who kept the faith that a better day would arrive.
Historic Pinellas County
Author: James Anthony Schnur
Publisher: Community Heritage
ISBN: 9781935377917
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
A history of Pinellas County, Florida, paired with the stories of local companies.
Publisher: Community Heritage
ISBN: 9781935377917
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
A history of Pinellas County, Florida, paired with the stories of local companies.
Clearwater
Author: Lisa Coleman
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738514437
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Clearwater, situated on Florida's Gulf Coast, is a progressive city that is rife with history and known for its breathtaking landscape. The city that has become one of the state's prime destinations was once inhabited by Timucuan, Calusa, and Apalachee tribes. Early settlers called the area that had plentiful fresh springs along its shore Clear Water Harbor from the Native American word "Pocotopaug," and early developers and speculators drew tourists and residents touting Clearwater as a resort community with a comfortable climate. Opportunity and adventure brought many pioneering families, citrus farmers, railroad barons, and land developers to the area. Today, Clearwater is a locality that continues to move forward while preserving its distinct past. Images of America: Clearwater is a unique collection of vintage photographs and facts that brings to life the history of this thriving city. Photographs culled from a variety of sources, including the Clearwater Historical Society and Hillsborough County Public Library's archives, showcase the people, places, and events that have contributed to the history of this special Florida community. Readers can take a visual journey to the unincorporated town of yesteryear to see how James Stevens, "the father of Clearwater;" Rev. C.S. Reynolds; and Henry Plant's grand hotel, the Belleview Biltmore, turned Clearwater into a prosperous city.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738514437
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Clearwater, situated on Florida's Gulf Coast, is a progressive city that is rife with history and known for its breathtaking landscape. The city that has become one of the state's prime destinations was once inhabited by Timucuan, Calusa, and Apalachee tribes. Early settlers called the area that had plentiful fresh springs along its shore Clear Water Harbor from the Native American word "Pocotopaug," and early developers and speculators drew tourists and residents touting Clearwater as a resort community with a comfortable climate. Opportunity and adventure brought many pioneering families, citrus farmers, railroad barons, and land developers to the area. Today, Clearwater is a locality that continues to move forward while preserving its distinct past. Images of America: Clearwater is a unique collection of vintage photographs and facts that brings to life the history of this thriving city. Photographs culled from a variety of sources, including the Clearwater Historical Society and Hillsborough County Public Library's archives, showcase the people, places, and events that have contributed to the history of this special Florida community. Readers can take a visual journey to the unincorporated town of yesteryear to see how James Stevens, "the father of Clearwater;" Rev. C.S. Reynolds; and Henry Plant's grand hotel, the Belleview Biltmore, turned Clearwater into a prosperous city.
Traveling St. Pete
Author: Melanie Bowman
Publisher: St. Petersburg Press
ISBN: 9781940300245
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Planning a girls' weekend or even a fun staycation with friends can feel daunting in a city where there is so much to do and see. Featuring original artwork on every page, Traveling St. Pete: A Girl's Guide is the book you need to plan a visit to St. Pete or simply an afternoon with friends. For locals and visitors alike, it's the perfect companion to keep with you on your journey through the remarkable, one-of-a-kind Sunshine City!
Publisher: St. Petersburg Press
ISBN: 9781940300245
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Planning a girls' weekend or even a fun staycation with friends can feel daunting in a city where there is so much to do and see. Featuring original artwork on every page, Traveling St. Pete: A Girl's Guide is the book you need to plan a visit to St. Pete or simply an afternoon with friends. For locals and visitors alike, it's the perfect companion to keep with you on your journey through the remarkable, one-of-a-kind Sunshine City!
Mangroves to Major League
Author: Rick Baker
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780941072380
Category : Saint Petersburg (Fla.)
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780941072380
Category : Saint Petersburg (Fla.)
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
A Brief History of Safety Harbor, Florida
Author: Warren Firschein
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625845863
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
According to legend, Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto arrived on the shores of Safety Harbor in 1539 believing that he had discovered the fabled Fountain of Youth. For centuries, the area's natural mineral springs had hosted the Tocobaga people and would later attract early pioneers to west-central Florida. The natural mineral springs drew visitors to bathe in their restorative waters, and in the twentieth century, they were eventually transformed into the world-famous Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, enjoyed by wealthy socialites and professional athletes for decades. Today, the city is best known for its abundance of festivals and the collection of artists, writers, poets and musicians who call it their home--an oasis of calm within bustling Pinellas County. Join authors Warren Firschein and Laura Kepner as they detail the vibrant history of scenic Safety Harbor.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 1625845863
Category : Photography
Languages : en
Pages : 218
Book Description
According to legend, Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto arrived on the shores of Safety Harbor in 1539 believing that he had discovered the fabled Fountain of Youth. For centuries, the area's natural mineral springs had hosted the Tocobaga people and would later attract early pioneers to west-central Florida. The natural mineral springs drew visitors to bathe in their restorative waters, and in the twentieth century, they were eventually transformed into the world-famous Safety Harbor Resort and Spa, enjoyed by wealthy socialites and professional athletes for decades. Today, the city is best known for its abundance of festivals and the collection of artists, writers, poets and musicians who call it their home--an oasis of calm within bustling Pinellas County. Join authors Warren Firschein and Laura Kepner as they detail the vibrant history of scenic Safety Harbor.
U.S. Journal
Author: Calvin Trillin
Publisher: New York : Dutton, 1971 [c1970]
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Publisher: New York : Dutton, 1971 [c1970]
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
St. Petersburg Florida
Author: Sandra W. Rooks
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738515175
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
St. Petersburg's African-American community enjoys a rich history that is evidenced within these pages of treasured images and detailed captions. Captured are the people, places, and events that have shaped this community from its earliest days to the present. Highlighted are the city's first black settlers John Donaldson and Anna Germain, former slaves, employees of Louis Bell Jr., and true pioneers. Acknowledged is the impact that the blacks who migrated here in the late 1800s had on the city's development. Shared are fond memories of black neighborhoods like Methodist and Pepper Towns that no longer exist, but can never be forgotten. Remembered is the community's fight for racial equality-using both peaceful and militant means.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738515175
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
St. Petersburg's African-American community enjoys a rich history that is evidenced within these pages of treasured images and detailed captions. Captured are the people, places, and events that have shaped this community from its earliest days to the present. Highlighted are the city's first black settlers John Donaldson and Anna Germain, former slaves, employees of Louis Bell Jr., and true pioneers. Acknowledged is the impact that the blacks who migrated here in the late 1800s had on the city's development. Shared are fond memories of black neighborhoods like Methodist and Pepper Towns that no longer exist, but can never be forgotten. Remembered is the community's fight for racial equality-using both peaceful and militant means.
Pinellas County
Author: A. M. De Quesada, Jr.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738587653
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Pinellas County, Florida, has a rich and varied history. From the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico, with the sponge and seafood industry it supported, to wartime training and recruiting, to the world's first commercial airplane flight, Pinellas County has seen many changes through the years.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738587653
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Pinellas County, Florida, has a rich and varied history. From the beautiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico, with the sponge and seafood industry it supported, to wartime training and recruiting, to the world's first commercial airplane flight, Pinellas County has seen many changes through the years.
Railroading in Pinellas County
Author: Vincent Luisi
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738585505
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Pinellas County's railroad heritage began in 1888 and lasted almost a century. Today few people who walk, run, or bike the 41-mile Pinellas Trail realize the importance of this path as they travel through Pinellas County railroad history. Railroading in Pinellas County transports the reader through 100 years. History is brought to life through photographs of the individuals who brought to Pinellas the railroad, railroad stations, railroad engines, passenger and freight cars, railroad companies, employees, and industries such as tourism that utilized this form of transportation. These photographs were culled with the assistance and permission of local historical societies, county and state archives, and various private collections.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738585505
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Pinellas County's railroad heritage began in 1888 and lasted almost a century. Today few people who walk, run, or bike the 41-mile Pinellas Trail realize the importance of this path as they travel through Pinellas County railroad history. Railroading in Pinellas County transports the reader through 100 years. History is brought to life through photographs of the individuals who brought to Pinellas the railroad, railroad stations, railroad engines, passenger and freight cars, railroad companies, employees, and industries such as tourism that utilized this form of transportation. These photographs were culled with the assistance and permission of local historical societies, county and state archives, and various private collections.