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It is a tale of success and defeat, pride and humility, triumph and disaster; by turns it is gay and' tragic, brazen and sedate, awe inspiring and ludicrous.
Perhaps there is nothing singularly unique about Mendota. Its Chamber of Commerce calls it The World's Greatest Little City but we have no doubt that from many other Great Little Cities would come challenges to that. Other towns of Similar Size may also lay claim to more striking achievements, greater disasters, bigger this or bigger that; perhaps they are right.
What does make Mendota a Magnificent Whistle Stop is that its people think it is magnificent, and love it, not Only for its long established virtues, but also for its weaknesses. They pause now, at 100 years, to survey the progress of the past - but their hearts, their minds, their creative energies are aimed at the future.
This, then, is the city which was rediscovered by our small crew of 25 amateur historians.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 0282938478
- ISBN 13 9780282938475
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages483
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of a vibrant Midwestern city in this meticulously researched historical account. The author delves deep into the heart of Mendota, Illinois, tracing its evolution from a humble prairie settlement in the mid-19th century to a thriving industrial and agricultural hub. Witness the city's birth at the intersection of two major railroads, the Illinois Central and the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy, and follow its trajectory through the trials and triumphs of its formative years. The narrative vividly portrays the influx of pioneers, the establishment of essential industries, and the gradual transformation of the urban landscape. Explore the social fabric of Mendota, from its early struggles with lawlessness and inadequate infrastructure to its embrace of civic improvements and cultural refinement. Delve into personal anecdotes, local legends, and historical records that illuminate the spirit of the community and its inhabitants. This book paints a compelling portrait of a city that embodies the quintessential American experience of growth, resilience, and community spirit. It is a testament to the enduring legacy of Mendota and its place within the broader tapestry of 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. Seller Inventory # 9780282938475_0
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