Glocester, Rhode Island (Images of America) - Softcover

Kent, Edna Whitaker

Softcover

ISBN 10: 073859010X ISBN 13: 9780738590103

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing, 1998

Synopsis

In the first photographic history of Glocester, Rhode Island, Chepachet native Edna Whitaker Kent presents a remarkable collection of over 200 historic photographs never before available to the public. The many views of Glocester homes, streets, mills, farms, schools, people, and churches have been compiled from private collections to be published for the first time. The historic villages of Harmony, East Glocester, Spring Grove, Cherry Valley, West Glocester, Hawkins’ Village,
Clarkville, Williams’ Mills, and Chepachet are all represented in this volume, which spans the period of time from 1826 to 1992. Two unique historical events are comprehensively illustrated: Dorr’s Rebellion―during which two duly-elected Rhode Island
governors vied for power―and the tragic shooting of one of North America’s first elephants at Chepachet Bridge. In addition, Glocester, Rhode Island depicts the community’s proud history of legendary pageants, gatherings, Old Home Days, and parades, which have attracted visitors to the region for many years.

About this title

About the Author:

Glocester historian, local genealogist, author, and artist Edna Whitaker Kent was an organizer of the original Glocester Heritage Society and the Northwest Art Center and was the preliminary survey designer of the Chepachet Historic District. She has been active in local events throughout her life. Residents, friends, and future researchers will surely appreciate the important contribution Ms. Kent makes to the town’s recorded history with this volume of pictorial treasure

About this edition

• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 073859010X
• ISBN 13: 9780738590103
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128