Drive down almost any street in Webster Groves and one is filled with a sense of timelessness. Entire neighborhoods are in the National Register of Historic Places; and there are lovingly preserved century homes; beautiful old churches; avenues lined with gardens; and shopping districts more reminiscent of small-town America than a thriving suburb next door to the city of St. Louis. History runs deep here; as it is home to the first chapter of the Red Cross and the first Boy Scout Troop west of the Mississippi; the oldest womens organization in Missouri; the first professional fire department; and the first public library in St. Louis County. North Webster once held the only accredited high school for African American students in St. Louis County. Beginning as a site of country homes for St. Louis professionals; growing through a post-World War II boom that expanded into new neighborhoods; Webster Groves has remained true to its heritage and history.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. labito da sposaBy joseph a. salernoexcellent book filled with emotion. a look into the period of italian history most would like to forget. very good for people learning the language since the grammer was not especially difficult and the vocabulary useful. i bought the book originally for the learning experience but read it for the pleasure of the story.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy William M.My mother loved this book!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. E Buono!By J. UdoQuesto libro e facile per si imparare il italiano!
