When they left New York in 1836; brothers Henry and Samuel Phoenix intended to establish a temperance colony where inhabitants could live a life free from "demon alcohol." They found the perfect location in the Wisconsin Territory and named it Delavan after temperance leader and abolitionist Edward C. Delavan. The Phoenixes purchased 400 acres of land to sell to friends and family back in New York. The population soon boomed thanks to people like themselves who embraced the belief in an alcohol- and slavery-free society. All deeds were written with covenants prohibiting alcohol; but in 1845 the covenants were deemed unconstitutional. Since then; Delavan has been home to abolitionists; circus performers; and artists. It has drawn tourists from around the Midwest to its ballrooms; resorts; steamers; and beautiful lake. From Delavans humble beginnings; the community has continued to grow to a population of more than 13;000; and today Delavan thrives on its industry; agriculture; and tourism.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. "Dog Joy" to all who pick up the contagious book that smiles at you!By Megan Premuda-GallagherIf you want to smile and feel warm fuzzies this is the book for you. Years ago; when Bonnie Hunt; the comedian/actress had a talk show and said that this was her favorite book I wrote down the title of it and came across it last month on a little tablet I keep by the computer. I ordored it in time and it arrived before Christmas so I had a gift for myself and when it came my husband hid it from me so that I would have a surprize to open. What a delight this book has been! Its supposed to be dogs smiling.......some truly are and are to to be cherished and some just look like a dog panting! The narrative was cute and Im so glad that they included all the names of the dogs! Its a perfect little sized coffee table book and one that I have already lent to a friend that needed a little pick-me-up! Thats the book---plain and simple and full of loving happy pictures of mans best friend! I got it used from in like new condition for one cent! Why not indulge and treat yourself to a smile! I deserved it!9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. If you share your life with a dog or you just love their goofy grins; check out this book.By pug momIt is a definite treat to see my dog in this great collection. Each and every face looking out at you from these pages touches the heart and makes you smile. Dogs truly know how to live in the moment and at times I think we could learn a great deal from them if wed only pay attention. Give this book to someone sharing their life with a dog or someone who just appreciates the goofy grin of a dog sitting in the sun. The book will make you smile in any case as will the great captions that accompany the photographs. My dog is definitely a neighborhood celebrity too since appearing in DogJoy. She cant get enough of the attention. How will I ever live with Paula now?2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. For anyone who loves dogs!By D. WunderlichI love this book... and not just because my furkid; Abe; is in it! Flipping through this book is just fun. Each page elicits at least a grin if not an outright laugh. These dogs all look so sweet and happy.I love the idea of a personalized cover; though I did not get one. Might have to rethink that decision and get another!I wish I had remembered to post this before the holidays because the book is absolutely the perfect gift for that hard-to-shop-for person who happens to love dogs. Keep it in mind for birthdays; mothers day; fathers day; or just because I was thinking of you days. And get one for yourself; too! If youre a dog person; you wont regret it.
