Historic Towns of the Western States by Lyman P. Powell

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Editor Powell, Lyman P. (Lyman Pierson), 1866-1946
LoC No. 01027079
Title Historic Towns of the Western States
Note Reading ease score: 56.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Introduction, by R. G. Thwaites -- Marietta, by Muriel C. Dyar -- Cleveland, by C. F. Thwing -- Cincinnati, by M. E. Ailes -- Detroit, by S. Farmer -- Mackinac, by Sara A. Shafer -- Indianapolis, by P. S. Heath -- Vincennes, by W. H. Smith -- Chicago, by L. J. Gage -- Madison, by R. G. Thwaites -- Minneapolis and St. Paul, by C. B. Elliott -- Des Moines, by F. I. Herriott -- St. Louis, by W. M. Reedy -- Kansas City, by C. S. Gleed -- Omaha, by V. Rosewater -- Denver, by J. C. Dana -- Santa Fé, by F. W. Hodge -- Salt Lake City, by J. E. Talmage -- Spokane, by H. Bolce -- Portland, by T. L. Cole -- San Francisco, by E. Markham -- Monterey, by H. Bolce -- Los Angeles, by Florence E. Winslow.
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Summary "Historic Towns of the Western States" by Lyman P. Powell is a historical account written in the early 20th century." This work serves as the fourth and final volume in a series dedicated to chronicling the historic significance of towns in America's western region. The book delves into the rich narratives of various towns, such as Marietta and Cincinnati, while reflecting on the broader themes of settlement, cultural conflict, and development in the American West. "The opening of the book presents the editor's intent and overview of the historical context of Western American towns." Lyman P. Powell introduces the concept that the towns examined stem from diverse origins and experiences but share common threads of history. He emphasizes the influence of various cultural interactions—Native American, European settlers, and frontier life—while highlighting significant events such as the Indian wars and the role of railroads in shaping these communities. Additionally, the introduction acknowledges the contributions of notable figures like Francis Parkman and Theodore Roosevelt, setting the stage for an exploration of how these towns have evolved over time and their relevance in understanding the development of the American landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F590.3: United States local history: The West. Trans-Mississippi Region. Great Plains
Subject Northwest, Old -- History
Subject West (U.S.) -- History
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EBook-No. 41349
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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