Springfield; now the third-largest city in the state; was once an area favored by Native Americans for its natural beauty; mild climate; abundant timber; and excellent hunting and fishing. Founded by John Polk Campbell in 1829; the settlement grew steadily; thanks to its civic-minded residents. Springfield�s many photographs show these diligent people at work as well as at play. Whether enjoying a vaudeville show at the Landers Theatre in 1891; riding a jitney or streetcar to Doling Park in 1915; or playing in the world�s largest Boy Scout Band in 1925; the people of Springfield enjoyed themselves. Images depict businesses such as the Springfield Wagon Company; which became �king� of U.S. wagon manufacturing; and the �Frisco;� whose operational hub was housed in Springfield; bringing commercial and industrial diversification. In 1926; the city became the birthplace of the Mother Road; Route 66; which firmly established Springfield�s right to the name �Queen City of the Ozarks.�
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Don McGillivrayExcellent picture history of Chelmsford
