Spokan Falls; known as the �Capital of the Inland Empire;� was named after the Spokan Indians and the picturesque falls. In 1891; the name was changed to Spokane. The town thrived as a result of the abundant waters of the Spokane River; which powered saw and grain mills; and lured major transcontinental railways to Spokane in 1881. In 1889; a fire destroyed the downtown area; but like a forest after a fire; the town enjoyed growth and resurgence soon after. Spokane would attract people as diverse as Pres. Theodore Roosevelt; Calamity Jane; Billy Sunday; and Charles Lindbergh. Easterners found that its four seasons and profusion of scenic city parks gave them a place to ensure their destiny.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This was beautifully put togetherBy Shirley K.This was beautifully put together. I would recommend all who grew up in this mill town to read it. It would also be good for history buffs who want to get the sense of growing up in a small town with steel mills as its main source of income.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Great History of MingoBy Mingo 59Any resident. present or former. of Mingo will love this book. What great memories it brings back. It is well written and contains 200 photos of Mingo history - the floods. snow storms. businesses. recreation. sports. music groups. movies. and much more. Well worth the cost of the book!Congratulations to Guy and Larry for their excellent publication.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. and he enjoyed it.By jane doebought this for a friend who lives in Mingo Jct. and he enjoyed it...
