From the time settlers first pushed into the Ohio Valley; floods were an accepted fact of life. After each flood; people shoveled the mud from their doors and set about rebuilding their towns. In 1884; the Ohio River washed away 2;000 homes. In 1913; an even worse flood swept down the river. People labeled it the "granddaddy" of all floods. Little did they know there was worse yet to come. In 1937; raging floodwaters inundated thousands of houses; businesses; factories; and farms in a half dozen states; drove one million people from their homes; claimed nearly 400 lives; and recorded $500 million in damages. Adding to the misery was the fact that the disaster came during the depths of the Depression; when many families were already struggling. Images of America: The Great Ohio River Flood of 1937 brings together 200 vintage images that offer readers a look at one of the darkest chapters in the regions history.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Too much about Catholic School. not enough photos from ...By Roxane CasparyToo much about Catholic School. not enough photos from residents. I have a ton of photos I could have provided had I known of this project. I lived in this neighborhood from 1967 until 1979.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. He was very happy to have received it in that he not only ...By TwizGave this to my father who grew up in Jamaica Estates in the 1940s. Apparently he read it cover to cover in a few hours. He was very happy to have received it in that he not only recounted some memories from it. but even moreso he learned some interesting history that he had not been formerly aware of. Thanks for writing this book!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. My great grandfather was one of the first homeownersBy Laurel BauerMy great grandfather was one of the first homeowners. It was interesting to read about him in the book.
