Picture History New Bedford

Picture History New Bedford
Title Picture History New Bedford PDF eBook
Author Joseph D. Thomas
Publisher
Pages 0
Release 2016
Genre New Bedford (Mass.)
ISBN 9780932027238

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It's the 1920s-the First World War is over, and the people of New Bedford, Massachusetts, like the rest of the country, enjoy high spirits and great prosperity. Familiar faces, young and old, look to a promising future in this great industrial city with a glorified maritime past. But trouble looms, and the next decades will require strength and determination. A troubled textile industry, the Great Depression, a challenged school system, hurricanes, wartime and a post-war economic decline-how will the city survive the tides of change? Resilient residents will take strength and encouragement from friends and community, finding laughter and escape through music, theater, radio, sports and other forms of entertainment. Everyday heroes will emerge. The city will reinvent itself and forge on. Fast forward to the 1960s. Following another post-war boom, new industries come to town, the hurricane barrier goes up and the fishing fleet brings promise and growth. But urban renewal tears at the heart of downtown and wipes out many old neighborhoods. The Vietnam War and the city's race riots bring turmoil and upheaval. Still, a new generation again brings hope and change. In A Picture History of New Bedford, Volume Two: 1925-1980, the second installment of a three-volume set, hundreds of photographs and stories bring the city to life in an enthralling journey through the core of the 20th century. Ride the last trolley, sip an ice cream float at a bygone soda fountain, take a turn on the ballroom dance floor. Celebrate New Bedford's music-from the big band sounds to folk, fado, jazz and rock and roll. Explore the evolution of the city's diverse mix of cultures and see New Bedford's fishing industry grow from a small fledgling fleet of draggers to what today is the country's number one fishing port. Experience the people, places, and events that have shaped New Bedford, one of New England's most historically significant cities.

History of New Bedford

History of New Bedford
Title History of New Bedford PDF eBook
Author Zephaniah Walter Pease
Publisher
Pages 454
Release 1918
Genre New Bedford (Mass.)
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History of the Town of Bedford, Middlesex County, Massachusetts

History of the Town of Bedford, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Title History of the Town of Bedford, Middlesex County, Massachusetts PDF eBook
Author Abram English Brown
Publisher
Pages 206
Release 1891
Genre Bedford (Mass.)
ISBN

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New Bedford's Civil War

New Bedford's Civil War
Title New Bedford's Civil War PDF eBook
Author Earl F. Mulderink
Publisher Fordham Univ Press
Pages 321
Release 2012
Genre History
ISBN 0823243346

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Examines the social, political, economic, and military history of New Bedford, Massachusetts, in the nineteenth century, with a focus on the Civil War homefront, 1861-1865, and on the city's black community, soldiers, and veterans.

New Bedford Mansions:

New Bedford Mansions:
Title New Bedford Mansions: PDF eBook
Author Peggi Medeiros
Publisher Arcadia Publishing
Pages 176
Release 2015
Genre Architecture
ISBN 1626197911

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The early nineteenth century in New Bedford was a time of unimaginable wealth, intellectual ferment and artistic treasures. Prosperous whaling magnates like members of the Rotch, Morgan and Howland families commissioned the nation's finest architects to design and construct their majestic mansions. The city's architectural and cultural expansion brought great writers and artists like Henry David Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson into the homes of County Street's elite. Yet behind the elegant fa�ade of grand parties and notable house guests were the secrets and scandals of New Bedford's upper crust. Join author Peggi Medeiros as she chronicles the history of each mansion and the stories once hidden behind closed doors.

Shallow Graves

Shallow Graves
Title Shallow Graves PDF eBook
Author Maureen Boyle
Publisher Brandeis University Press
Pages 313
Release 2017
Genre Social Science
ISBN 1512600741

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The worst serial killing case in Massachusetts since the Boston Strangler

Hilda's Story

Hilda's Story
Title Hilda's Story PDF eBook
Author Siobhan McDonald
Publisher
Pages 40
Release 2019-05-31
Genre
ISBN 9781733039000

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Meant to be shared! Caring for a senior who is dealing with dementia or other health issues can be challenging, but also joyful and rewarding. Hilda's Story: New Bedford, Massachusetts is an interactive read-aloud designed for entertainment, understanding, comfort, and connection. Get a nostalgic glimpse into the true-life story of Hilda, the child of immigrant parents, as she grows up during the years following World War II in a historic city on the coast of Massachusetts. Experience the decades through the wonder of invention and love of family. "Hilda grew up in New Bedford, Massachusetts, a city with a history of whaling, fishing, and textile mills." The straightforward story is upbeat, optimistic, and a delight to follow! Vintage photographs and fun illustrations are sure to bring up lots of cheerful memories. The carefully chosen images are accompanied by thoughtful questions that help spark conversation and encourage discussion. Get ready to be surprised and amazed by your loved one's response! Hilda's Story: New Bedford, Massachusetts is meant to be shared, and your interaction with your listener can become as meaningful as the story itself. This Picture Book style hardcover (11" x 8.5" / 40 pp.) is a wonderful resource for families and caregivers but can also be offered for someone to enjoy at their own pace. Excellent to read to an individual or with a small group! A wonderful resource to use as an activity for any home health care worker, at any skilled nursing home, assisted living, or other senior health care facility. Great gift for anyone who has a treasured senior in their life!