Railroads were responsible for establishing many towns in Nebraska; including Hastings. The location of the city was determined by the junction of two railroads; the Burlington and Missouri River; and the St. Joseph and Denver City. Hastings was founded in 1872 and named after railroad construction engineer Major Delmonte Hastings.Hastings: The Queen City of the Plains includes over 200 photographs from the Adams County Historical Society and the author; Monty McCord. You will see Heartwell Park; which was originally established as a private park by James B. Heartwell in 1886. Other images show the Fisher Rainbow Fountain; one of the most identifiable landmarks in the city; located in front of the utilities building. This book also showcases images of the U.S. Naval Ammunition Depot; which was built during World War II; and had a large impact on Hastings development.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. German PittsburghBy momdeplumeGave this book to our son as a Christmas gift and it was very much enjoyed. especially since my husbands family is of German ancestry and have lived in Pittsburgh for several generations.7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Genealogy MustBy T. KingIf you are doing genealogy research in Western Pennsylvania this book is a must. Describes why German immigrants mostly migrated to Pittsburgh and why they chose certain parts of the city in which to settle.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy ggoldbachExcellent book.
