Wheeling in Vintage Postcards

2003-06-25 History

Author : William A. Carney
Release : 2003-06-25
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 328/5 ( reviews)

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Book Synopsis Wheeling in Vintage Postcards by : William A. Carney

Download or read book Wheeling in Vintage Postcards written by William A. Carney. This book was released on 2003-06-25. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history of Wheeling and Ohio County is both eclectic and engaging. Beginning in the colonial era when the legendary Betty Zane saved Fort Henry from an Indian attack by hiding gunpowder in her skirt, Wheeling eventually emerged as an important link between Eastern cities and the rest of the United States. The Wheeling Suspension Bridge, the Old National Road, and the B&O Railroad all passed through the bustling Ohio County. Over the years, Wheeling has been labeled everything from "Victorian Wheeling" to "Sintown USA," and these monikers represent the diverse qualities of a town molded and shaped by the steel, coal, tobacco, and transportation industries. Whether residents and visitors frequented the impressive Victorian mansions or Wheeling's infamous brothel district, they always had something to write home about. The incomparable collection showcased in this book spans five decades and was begun and continued by the Carney family.

Muncie, Indiana, in Vintage Postcards

1999 History

Author : Milton A. Masing
Release : 1999
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 116/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Muncie, Indiana, in Vintage Postcards written by Milton A. Masing. This book was released on 1999. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the 1890s through the 1920s, the postcard was an extraordinarily popular means of communication, and many of the postcards produced during this "golden age" can today be considered works of art. Postcard photographers traveled the length and breadth of the nation snapping photographs of busy street scenes, documenting local landmarks, and assembling crowds of local children only too happy to pose for a picture. These images, printed as postcards and sold in general stores across the country, survive as telling reminders of an important era in America's history. This fascinating new history of Muncie, Indiana, showcases more than two hundred of the best vintage postcards available.

Wheeling

2003 History

Author : Brent Carney
Release : 2003
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 878/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Wheeling written by Brent Carney. This book was released on 2003. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When most people think of Wheeling they remember Independence Hall and the birth of West Virginia, but Wheeling's history goes back even further to the frontier legends of Lewis Wetzel and Maj. Samuel McColloch. Images of America: Wheeling includes photographs of both Wetzel's cave and Major McColloch's smoke house, as well as a multitude of historic photographs depicting the way life used to be in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Famous visitors such as Babe Ruth, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Charles Lindbergh, President John F. Kennedy, actress Sarah Bernhardt, and Buffalo Bill are featured. Within these pages memorable snapshots document some famous moments in the history of the 20th century, such as when President Eisenhower decided to keep Senator Nixon on the ticket at the Ohio County Public Airport and Sen. Joseph McCarthy's famous speech about Communists in the State Department at Wheeling's McLure Hotel. However, the real stars of this book are Wheeling's own buildings, industries, and people, from machine workers on the job to millionaires at play. A chapter devoted to the African-American experience in Wheeling includes Center Market's slave auction block as well as an image of the great jazz saxophonist Leon "Chu" Berry. This collection highlights some of the horrific natural disasters that occurred at the turn of the century as well as Wheeling's Victorian architectural treasures, which were erected during the same era.

Oglebay Park

2005 History

Author : Brent Carney
Release : 2005
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 940/5 ( reviews)

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Download or read book Oglebay Park written by Brent Carney. This book was released on 2005. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1926, Earl Oglebay willed his summer estate, Waddington Farm, to the city of Wheeling with the hope that it would provide entertainment and education to the community. He and naturalist A.B. Brooks, both mavericks in ecology and agricultural training, established the unique environmental emphasis still evident in the park's nature center, trails, Discovery Lab, and zoo. The 1,650-acre municipal park nestled in the Wheeling hills also features Wilson Lodge, the premier hotel in the area, and 49 log cabins that pay tribute to the community's storied frontier past. The cabins and the Pine Room Pool were built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Those brave young men, along with a famous golf course architect, Bob Biery, created the Oglebay Caddy Camp, which has been featured in several major golf magazines. Today, Oglebay Park hosts festivals, legendary jazz bands, and top-notch equestrian events. The park's Winter Festival of Lights is considered to be the nation's largest light show.

Vintage Lined Notebook Greetings from Wheeling, West Virginia

2023-08 Antiques & Collectibles

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Release : 2023-08
Genre : Antiques & Collectibles
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Download or read book Vintage Lined Notebook Greetings from Wheeling, West Virginia written by . This book was released on 2023-08. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing the Vintage Notebook: Greetings from Wheeling, West Virginia, a delightful companion for all your writing endeavors. Featuring 150 lined pages, immerse yourself in the charm of a classic vintage travel postcard illustration adorning its cover. With its full-color decorative vintage art and versatile functionality, this notebook is an ideal companion for journaling, planning trips, tackling writing projects, organizing to-do lists, or simply capturing thoughts on any occasion. Found Image Press Vintage Journals take you on a nostalgic journey, featuring carefully curated vintage art that celebrates your favorite places, hobbies, and interests. The front cover showcases a captivating classic piece of art sourced from our vast collection of over 60,000 pictures, meticulously selected to transport you to a bygone era. Immerse yourself in the allure of the past and thoughtfully crafted to inspire and accompany your creative ventures. Details: A5 5.8 x 8.2 inches; 150 lined opaque pages; Soft matte finish; Soft matte finish

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