A glimpse into Woonsocket’s mid‑19th century life, shown through a compact manual that blends local history with a practical business directory. The text highlights key institutions, notable enterprises, and daily services that shaped the village’s character and growth.
This edition reads like a town guide for residents and visitors, tracing the presence of a weekly printing office and a respected newspaper, two banks, a military armory, a savings institution, and plans for soft water supply. It also includes concise descriptions of public amenities and a broad array of local businesses and professionals, painting a portrait of daily life and civic pride.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This fascinating volume explores the history of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, from its origins as a Native American settlement to its emergence as a bustling industrial center in the 19th century. It traces the town's transformation from a sparsely populated region to a thriving manufacturing hub, detailing the establishment of mills, forges, and other industries that fueled its economic growth. The author examines the social and cultural impact of this transformation, highlighting the challenges faced by the town's growing immigrant population and the emergence of a distinct Woonsocket identity. Through meticulous research and engaging prose, this book not only chronicles the town's past but also sheds light on the broader themes of industrialization, immigration, and community formation in American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332311477_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332311477
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332311477
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
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