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Lockport: The Old Canal Town (Images of America: Illinois)

John Lamb

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Description:This new addition to the Images of America series traces the history of Lockport, Illinois, from the height of its canal activity in the late 1860s to its decline as the lifeblood of the town in the early 20th century. Lockport’s story is revealed here in over 200 vintage photographs that trace the town’s progress from its early days through the 1970s, when the canal reappeared as a recreational and tourist attraction. In Lockport, Illinois: The Old Canal Town, author John Lamb offers a rare glimpse into the lives of Lockport’s founding fathers, as well as an in-depth look at the Demings family, whose fortunes and livelihoods depict the economic and cultural trends followed by many of Lockport’s families. Lamb narrates this collection with an insightful text, providing many little-known facts about the town, the people, and the events that have shaped the history of this fascinating canal town.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Lockport: The Old Canal Town (Images of America: Illinois). To get started finding Lockport: The Old Canal Town (Images of America: Illinois), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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ISBN: 0738565520

Description: This new addition to the Images of America series traces the history of Lockport, Illinois, from the height of its canal activity in the late 1860s to its decline as the lifeblood of the town in the early 20th century. Lockport’s story is revealed here in over 200 vintage photographs that trace the town’s progress from its early days through the 1970s, when the canal reappeared as a recreational and tourist attraction. In Lockport, Illinois: The Old Canal Town, author John Lamb offers a rare glimpse into the lives of Lockport’s founding fathers, as well as an in-depth look at the Demings family, whose fortunes and livelihoods depict the economic and cultural trends followed by many of Lockport’s families. Lamb narrates this collection with an insightful text, providing many little-known facts about the town, the people, and the events that have shaped the history of this fascinating canal town.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Lockport: The Old Canal Town (Images of America: Illinois). To get started finding Lockport: The Old Canal Town (Images of America: Illinois), you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Lockport: The Old Canal Town (Images of America: Illinois)

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