First founded in 1853 by New York lawyer Paul Cornell; who named the community after the famous London park; Hyde Park was incorporated in 1861 and in 1889 the village was annexed to the City of Chicago. At the time of annexation; Hyde Park was extremely large in size; extending from 39th to 138th Streets. Today the area stretches from Lake Michigan to Cottage Grove Avenue and 47th to 59th Streets.The 1890s was a time of great growth for Hyde Park. The construction of the 1893 Worlds Columbian Exposition in Jackson Park had a profound and lasting effect not only on Hyde Park and the city; but on the entire country. The famous University of Chicago was founded in 1890 and was under construction simultaneously with the Worlds Columbian Exposition. The area grew; attracting additional businesses; people; and an expanding economy to the area.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. GREAT gift idea!By AaronCouldnt figure out what to get my father-in-law for christmas. After doing some browsing of the Anaheim Angels. this book came up as a recommended item. Thank you ! I purchased the book and once it arrived. I couldnt help but read through it as well! It has excellent pictures and so much information on Early Anaheim. It makes me proud to live here and know the history! Once he opened the gift. he didnt put the book down for days!3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. "Early Anaheim" by Stephen J. FaesselBy Dean O. Dixon"Early Anaheim" by Stephen J. Faessel at once engages. entertains. and informs. Such is not always the case with this genre and this publisher.For the uninitiated. the book educates quickly using the series format of vintage images and concise text. Those familiar with the history of early Anaheim will be delighted with additional and even obscure information.With each caption. Faessels expertise provides in-depth backgrounds. which transcend each photographs description and broaden the scope of the book.Most commendable is Faessels willingness to show and tell the complete story without whitewashing less-than-savory historical facts."Early Anaheim" by Stephen J. Faessel is a compelling read indicating a job well done.
