The lower Virgin River basin is located about 10 miles south of the border junction between what is now Nevada; Arizona; and Utah. Early explorers told of blistering heat; disease-carrying insects; and scarce; evil-tasting water. But in 1877; the valley offered a haven to a small group of Mormon families who sought to live and practice their religious convictions; settling in Bunkerville on the south side of the Virgin River. On the north side; the struggle to establish Mesquite started in 1880. The third attempt in 1894 was successful after years of merciless floods. Residents have survived a hostile environment; geographic isolation; political gerrymandering; and in the middle of the last century; dangerous radiation fallout from atomic testing. Deep sand roads have given way to a bustling interstate highway; and the area has become a golf and gaming destination. After incorporation in 1984; Mesquite experienced a boom and has been named the fastest growing city of its size in the United States.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Childhood Memories RevistedBy Lynn McArdMy grandparents lived in Tonawanda and North Tonawanda and I stayed with them a few weeks every summer as a child. I went to Dealings. Fantasy Island. Darien Lakes (loved The Viper coaster) and Crystal beach. Dealings was my favorite park with the boat ride and carousel and I have always wondered what happened to my favorite horse when the park was closed.. We lived in Salamanca when I was in kindergarten and I remember Fentier Village and the tram that went up the hill.This book brought back so many memories for me! I showed it to my dad and he started telling me stories of Fentier Village and Celoron Park. I am so glad that the authors showcased the parks that I grew up with. This is a must read for anyone who grew up in western New York and went to these parks. Thank you!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great memories for baby boomers!By Deborah HarrisI bought this book for my sister who now lives in Arizona. As children. my dad took us to most of the places in this book. It brought back so many warm family memories. We rocked those rides!!!2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Very InformativeBy BatfanI loved reading this book. even though many things predate me. I loved reading about local places and Ive even shared this book with my dad and grandfather who do remember some things from this book.
