In 1868; Dykesboro was incorporated as Cochran. The Macon and Brunswick Railroad enabled the community to ship cotton and corn and receive needed goods. As the town began to grow; education was always promoted by the churches. Ebenezer Academy; founded in 1884; became Middle Georgia College. In 1912; Bleckley County was created; and the county courthouse began operation on January 1; 1914. The local economy was good; and World War I brought a period of prosperity due to the need for food and fiber. In the 1920s; the boll weevil devastated the agricultural cotton economy and the Great Depression brought loss of economic wealth and financial hardships that were not relieved until after World War II.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Trip Down Memory LaneBy Steve TaylorMy pop was born and raised in East Harlem in an Italian neighborhood beginning in the early 1930s. My grandfather worked for the city and sent all his 7 kids to St. Pauls for schooling. My dad got a kick out of the book and since hes not a reader he was very pleased it was mainly a book of pictures. I think its great that authors compile books like these to chronicle history for those of us who werent there and to bring back memories for those who were.The picture is of my grandfather when he took a trip to the Catskills. Just thought someone who would be interested in this book might recognize him.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I found that my great grandmother lived in East Harlem in 1914-16By C. KramerIn researching my family history. I found that my great grandmother lived in East Harlem in 1914-16. I didnt know anything about the area and this book provided a nice overview of the areas history with photos. I would have liked a little more on history of the period when my relative lived there. but I understand the nature of this book covering an extended period of time in a set format (I also have written a book for Arcadia Publishing). Nice job overall.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A wonderful bookBy D. FISCHERA wonderful book. Brings back memories of my years working in East Harlem.
