Several lighthouses have called Racine home; but none is more synonymous with the nautical heritage of the �Belle City� than Wind Point. Always a beehive of activity; the Wind Point Lighthouse is one of the larger lighthouse complexes on the Great Lakes; and a hardworking keeper; two assistants; and their families made their livelihood here. For over 125 years; the tall stately tower has faithfully stood guard; shining its bright beam out over Lake Michigan nightly. Countless mariners relied on the Wind Point Lighthouse; along with a booming trademark foghorn for safe passage. Today the Wind Point Lighthouse is the most well-known symbol of Racine and is a success story among Great Lakes lights. A devoted friends group; in partnership with the Village of Wind Point; sees that the legacy and history of the Wind Point Lighthouse is preserved for future generations.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good ohotos but lacks informationBy John ClineI have always loved vintage photos of NYC and I am also a fan of Arcadia. but I was somewhat disappointed in this book. There are a lot of photos that lack information that I think is important to appreciate the photos. An example of this is the chapter titled "Lonely Streets" where most all of the photos are not identified. The chapter on the police department contain mainly interior shots and even has a full page of mug shots. These are interesting in their own right but do not have revelence in a book of street scenes. Despite these complaints. the book will become part of my NYC library.Manhattan Street Scenes (NY) (Images of America)0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy David L Belleman JR.Excellent book with many fun illustrations from the past.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. Nice slice of New York historyBy C. ShepkoThis book has some great old photos that give a real sense of what Manhattan was like back when. The fact is. its a lot like visiting another planet because the changes in the city are so marked and so ubiquitous. The only shortcoming (if it is one) is that the book isnt long enough.
