Author: Eric A. Johnson
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 0738532630
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Rockford's economic boom of the early twentieth century continued into the Roaring Twenties, when Rockford's newly-erected skyscrapers symbolized the city's "sky's the limit" ambitions. But the good times came to a crashing halt with the arrival of the Great Depression in October 1929. With its longstanding blue collar industrial roots, Rockford would enjoy renewed and even greater prosperity as it readily capitalized on the World War II war effort and the post-war economic boom years. With a collection of nearly 240 vintage postcards, Rockford: 1920 and Beyond captures this dynamic, ever-changing era as Rockford transformed into "Illinois' Second City." Inside, see now-familiar skyscrapers like the Rockford News Tower, Talcott Building, and Faust Hotel enliven Rockford's downtown skyline. Take a nostalgic trip to the Blackhawk Park Zoo and the Central Park and Kiddieland amusement parks. Watch post-war "car culture" change the face of the city with its drive-ins, shopping centers, and expressways. Witness the World War II revival of Rockford's storied Camp Grant. See the famed Wagon Wheel Resort in its high-flying, star-studded Hollywood heydays. Marvel at the destructive power of Rockford's deadly "Cyclone of '28."
Rockford
Author: Eric A. Johnson
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 0738532630
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Rockford's economic boom of the early twentieth century continued into the Roaring Twenties, when Rockford's newly-erected skyscrapers symbolized the city's "sky's the limit" ambitions. But the good times came to a crashing halt with the arrival of the Great Depression in October 1929. With its longstanding blue collar industrial roots, Rockford would enjoy renewed and even greater prosperity as it readily capitalized on the World War II war effort and the post-war economic boom years. With a collection of nearly 240 vintage postcards, Rockford: 1920 and Beyond captures this dynamic, ever-changing era as Rockford transformed into "Illinois' Second City." Inside, see now-familiar skyscrapers like the Rockford News Tower, Talcott Building, and Faust Hotel enliven Rockford's downtown skyline. Take a nostalgic trip to the Blackhawk Park Zoo and the Central Park and Kiddieland amusement parks. Watch post-war "car culture" change the face of the city with its drive-ins, shopping centers, and expressways. Witness the World War II revival of Rockford's storied Camp Grant. See the famed Wagon Wheel Resort in its high-flying, star-studded Hollywood heydays. Marvel at the destructive power of Rockford's deadly "Cyclone of '28."
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 0738532630
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Rockford's economic boom of the early twentieth century continued into the Roaring Twenties, when Rockford's newly-erected skyscrapers symbolized the city's "sky's the limit" ambitions. But the good times came to a crashing halt with the arrival of the Great Depression in October 1929. With its longstanding blue collar industrial roots, Rockford would enjoy renewed and even greater prosperity as it readily capitalized on the World War II war effort and the post-war economic boom years. With a collection of nearly 240 vintage postcards, Rockford: 1920 and Beyond captures this dynamic, ever-changing era as Rockford transformed into "Illinois' Second City." Inside, see now-familiar skyscrapers like the Rockford News Tower, Talcott Building, and Faust Hotel enliven Rockford's downtown skyline. Take a nostalgic trip to the Blackhawk Park Zoo and the Central Park and Kiddieland amusement parks. Watch post-war "car culture" change the face of the city with its drive-ins, shopping centers, and expressways. Witness the World War II revival of Rockford's storied Camp Grant. See the famed Wagon Wheel Resort in its high-flying, star-studded Hollywood heydays. Marvel at the destructive power of Rockford's deadly "Cyclone of '28."
Holstein-Friesian Herd Book
Author: Holstein-Friesian Association of America
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1464
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1464
Book Description
American Herd Book
Author: American Short-horn Breeders' Association
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 762
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 762
Book Description
Daughters of the American Revolution Magazine
Author:
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ISBN:
Category : Genealogy
Languages : en
Pages : 860
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Genealogy
Languages : en
Pages : 860
Book Description
The American Short-horn Herd Book
Author: Lewis Falley Allen
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1252
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1252
Book Description
Official Catalog
Author: Chicago (Ill.). International Livestock Exposition
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1132
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1132
Book Description
The American Shorthorn Herd Book
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1254
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1254
Book Description
Official Catalog
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Livestock exhibitions
Languages : en
Pages : 732
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Livestock exhibitions
Languages : en
Pages : 732
Book Description
Holstein-Friesian Herd-book, Containing a Record of All Holstein-Friesian Cattle ...
Author: Holstein-Friesian Association of America
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1308
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 1308
Book Description
Oregon, Illinois
Author: Keith Call
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738534169
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Oregon, Ill., the administrative seat of Ogle County, lies midway between Rockford and Dixon. From its four state parks to Stronghold Castle, and from quiet tree-lined avenues to the regal Blackhawk statue, Oregon has long provided a haven for tourists, campers, boy scouts, church retreats, and artists: anyone seeking a unique taste of small town Midwestern life. In the early 1830s, pioneer John Phelps journeyed into the Rock River valley, eager to explore. He befriended Native Americans and enjoyed the land, but harbored no intent to stay. However, he wrote that "these beautiful undulating and rich prairies left an impression on my memory that no time could erase." Thus, at the suggestion of surveyor Colonel William S. Hamilton, son of Alexander Hamilton, he built a cabin, planted a crop, and staked his claim. Others wisely followed Phelps, and have been following ever since. Through text and images, Oregon, Illinois seeks to chronicle the story of a most remarkable community whose rich heritage reaches back nearly to the founding of this nation.
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
ISBN: 9780738534169
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Oregon, Ill., the administrative seat of Ogle County, lies midway between Rockford and Dixon. From its four state parks to Stronghold Castle, and from quiet tree-lined avenues to the regal Blackhawk statue, Oregon has long provided a haven for tourists, campers, boy scouts, church retreats, and artists: anyone seeking a unique taste of small town Midwestern life. In the early 1830s, pioneer John Phelps journeyed into the Rock River valley, eager to explore. He befriended Native Americans and enjoyed the land, but harbored no intent to stay. However, he wrote that "these beautiful undulating and rich prairies left an impression on my memory that no time could erase." Thus, at the suggestion of surveyor Colonel William S. Hamilton, son of Alexander Hamilton, he built a cabin, planted a crop, and staked his claim. Others wisely followed Phelps, and have been following ever since. Through text and images, Oregon, Illinois seeks to chronicle the story of a most remarkable community whose rich heritage reaches back nearly to the founding of this nation.