At the mouth of Sandusky Bay on Lake Erie sits the city of Sandusky; Ohio. Described in a 1940 Life magazine article as "perhaps most nearly representative of the whole nation;" Sandusky has an eclectic history that is both unique and familiar. It is a city of commerce; of industry; and of recreation. Home to one of the oldest and largest amusement parks in the United States; visited and written about by Charles Dickens; and employed as a campaign stop by numerous presidential candidates; Sandusky has attracted attention throughout its history. This book; featuring vintage photographs from the collections at the Sandusky Library Follett House Museum archives; offers the reader a fascinating view of some of the people and events that helped shape Sandusky. Relive the good times (community celebrations; business successes; and a hometown Miss America) and remember overcoming the hard times (cholera; the Civil War; and the tornado of 1924). The reader will learn about these events and others; gaining an understanding of what made Sandusky the community it is today.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Brought me back AND gave me a history lesson.By Jim01453I came across this book one day while I was using a search engine to find information on Whitman. I have to say that I found the facts interesting and I absolutely loved the older pictures. It was interesting to look at the old pictures and compare to what is not there today or what is still the same. The book has comments and pictures of the police stand in the center of town. My father was a police officer in the 60s and 70s and I can remember him directing traffic in it. Well worth the money and it will become part of your cherished library.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good book on WhitmanBy Jean HOh fun. My mothers home town.. Wanted to know more and it provided more!1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. About The AuthorBy A CustomerAuthor David Hickey is a member of the Whitman Historical Society and resides in Whitman. His previously published books The Babe in Red Stockings and The Proudest Yankees of All were inspired by his love of sports and history. With the cooperation of many organizations and private citizens. he has assembled this fascinating compilation of the historically-rich town of Whitman.
