Ann Arbor has never been a typical college town; typical industrial town; or typical agricultural center. The city was founded in 1824 by John Allen and Elisha Rumsey. Settlers from the Eastern U.S. of British origin were soon followed by Germans; who brought with them many practical skills. With the opening of the University of Michigan campus in 1841; still more people came from across the country to teach and learn. Ann Arbor in the 19th Century: A Photographic History; details the growth of the city; when residents built houses and businesses; organized a government; and established churches; schools; a university; and newspapers; in over 190 photographs. Early residents would recognize the photograph of Okemos; nephew of Pontiac; Chief of the Ottawa; who made regular visits to Ann Arbor; before the Native Americans were banished to Kansas by the federal government. Another fascinating photo shows Henry Ottos Band; whose family was responsible for much of the music at official events. However; much of 19th century Ann Arbor would still be recognizable to todays residents.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Pictorial history of transportation in New York CityBy Kim SealeTom Range has assembled a fascinating collection of photographs. postcards and advertising images to tell the story of mass transit in New York City. He traces the stories of surface transportation. the elevated trains. the subway system and the tubes from Manhattan. Range uses his illustrations to talk about the art and architecture of these modes of travel as well as the impact they had on life in NYC around them.His explanations and captions reveal an extensive knowledge of the history of these topics. and the rich details he gives indicate his passion for the subject.Whether youre a long-time strapholder. an occasional visitor to New York or are just fascinated by the most extensive subway system in the world. I would recommend this book to you.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Interesting readBy Ray Gasnick IIIThis book flew by and rightfully so since it is filled with a lot of pictures/postcards from the early days of the subway system.
