In November 1834; Capt. Gilbert Knapp staked a claim to 141 acres at the mouth of the Root River; naming it Port Gilbert. This site became the city of Racine. During the pioneer years; Racine was dubbed �the Belle City� of the Great Lakes (from the French word belle; meaning �beautiful�). The growth of this beautiful city and its harbor was captured in vintage postcards at a time when people sent little notes and messages to friends and family the way people use e-mail and cell phones today. These cards are like vignettes showing the changes that have taken place since one century ago�a pictorial documentation of Racine preserved for future generations to enjoy.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Roots of SteelBy RainSeekerI ordered this book because my great-grandparents managed to build their family and thrive in Struthers back in the mid late 1800s.Many remained in the area until the early 1950s. The story of Struthers is totally combined with the industrial growth of America.I enjoyed all that I read but I wanted more....more....more. However. I certainly thank Patricia Beach the Struthers Historical Society for their efforts.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. facinating account of the history of StruthersBy M. smithThis book was a gift for my husbands cousin in Oregon who had been raised in Struthers. Ohio. left for college and made his life in the Northwest nearly 50 years ago. He was glad to receive the book and relive his youth through the stories and photos. It is well written and documented. The photos are a look back into a life that helped build the livehood of an industry and the immigrants who contributed.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Three StarsBy Stephanie Cvengrosnothing but pictures. no real history
