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Joblin, Maurice |
| Title |
Cleveland Past and Present: Its Representative Men
Comprising Biographical Sketches of Pioneer Settlers and Prominent Citizens
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 57.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Cleveland Past and Present: Its Representative Men" by Maurice Joblin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the development of Cleveland from a small pioneer settlement to a bustling city, focusing on the significant contributions of its early settlers and notable citizens. It delves into the intertwined history of the city and its prominent figures, highlighting their roles in shaping various sectors such as commerce, industry, and education. The opening of the work introduces the historical framework of Cleveland, beginning with a discussion of earlier accounts that have chronicled its early years. Joblin notes the need for a comprehensive history that captures the transformation of the settlement into a city, emphasizing the importance of individual stories of the men who influenced its growth. The narrative unfolds with details of the initial survey and settlement of Cleveland, starting with General Moses Cleveland's commission in 1796 and detailing the establishment of key infrastructure and community events, such as the first building constructions, marriages, and entrepreneurial ventures. As Joblin sets the stage for the city’s rich history, he begins to lay out the biographies of prominent individuals who will be explored in further detail, illustrating the fabric of a rapidly evolving society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F476: United States local history: Old Northwest. Northwest Territory
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| Subject |
Cleveland (Ohio) -- Biography
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| Subject |
Cleveland (Ohio) -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
9328 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 21, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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