Nestled snuggly against Lakewood on the southern side of Tacoma; South Tacoma is a vibrant neighborhood comprised of old and new. What was once a prairie where elk and deer roamed was first called Excelsior; later renamed Edison; and finally became known as South Tacoma in 1895. Beginning in the mid-1800s; the area was comprised of cemeteries used to bury Tacoma�s deceased; but in 1890; Northern Pacific Railway made the monumental decision to move its railroad shops from downtown Tacoma to this prime prairie land south of the city. The community has evolved since these beginnings into a contemporary; vital addition to the city of Tacoma. Boasting third-; fourth-; and fifth-generation families and many family-owned businesses; South Tacoma is a �small city within a big city;� and its citizens are committed to maintaining its unique character for posterity.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Shaker Heights. Ohio: a planned garden city suburb of the interwar periodBy Alan GreggShaker Heights has always been a very special place to me. with its beautifully laid out streets and boulevards. lush landscaping and lovely diversified period architecture. It is truly an example of an American garden city suburb with its interurban connection to Clevelands Terminal Tower. and historic Shaker Square. one of Americas earliest planned shopping centers. This book. within its limited format. provides the reader with a look at the history and formation of this special and lovely community.6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. A Shaker Heights HistoryBy MTDesignsAs a resident of this city for my entire life - I found this book to be extremely informative. fun. and fascinating! Mr. Marshall has dug up quite a bit of Shaker Heights history that I had no knowledge of prior to reading his book. A fantastic job of writing - it sits on my coffee table!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent book with excellent illustrations about Shaker HeightsBy L. C.I learned so many interesting facts from this book! The author did a skillful job of outlining the origins of Shaker Heights. and then tracing the gradual development. The pictures were valuable in seeing how Shaker Heights grew. I recommend this book to anyone who has an interest in Shaker Heights. Ohio. Excellent book!
