Springfield Present and Prospective: The City of Homes, the Sources of Its Charms, Its Advantages, Achievements and Possibilities, Portrayed in Word and Picture (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Eugene C. Gardner

9780484355353: Springfield Present and Prospective: The City of Homes, the Sources of Its Charms, Its Advantages, Achievements and Possibilities, Portrayed in Word and Picture (Classic Reprint)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 048435535X ISBN 13: 9780484355353

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

View all copies of this ISBN edition

0 Used

2 New

From US$ 48.24

Explore Springfield’s rich past and present in one illustrated volume.

This historical guide chronicles the city of homes, its economy, and the people who shaped its growth, drawing on tales of banks, jubilees, war-time service, and civic achievement.

This edition blends word and picture to reveal how Springfield grew from a thriving 19th‑century center of trade to a modern community. It highlights local institutions, notable figures, and milestones that contributed to the city’s character and charm, offering both context and a snapshot of everyday life across generations.

A wide survey of Springfield’s financial history, including prominent banks and savings institutions.
Accounts of civic events, anniversaries, and the social fabric that bound the community.
Portrayals of military service, local leaders, and the city’s role in national events.
Historical anecdotes paired with images to illuminate everyday life and memorable places.

Ideal for readers of local history, archival photography, and anyone curious about how a city’s past shapes its present.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.