Montgomery County Legend and Lore
Author: Pat Cline
Publisher:
Published: 1988
Total Pages: 392
ISBN-13:
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Hidden History of Montgomery County, Indiana
Author: Jodie Steelman Wilson
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Published: 2012-04-01
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13: 1614238308
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMontgomery County never fails to surprise the visitor with its unique and varied history. Even local residents are often unaware of some of their county heritage. Anyone who spends some time in Crawfordsville will eventually know about General Lew Wallace, author of the one-time bestseller Ben-Hur, as well as Senator Henry Lane, who helped found the Republican Party and get Abraham Lincoln nominated for the presidency. Wabash College was founded here in 1832 and is one of the two remaining all-male colleges in the nation -- with the dubious honor of having fired Ezra Pound before he went on to fame as a poet. The Hidden History of Montgomery County will touch upon such topics but will also bring to light many of the area's other deserving stories.
Montgomery Co, IN
Author:
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Published: 1989-12-01
Total Pages: 1773
ISBN-13: 1681624974
DOWNLOAD EBOOK424 pages including index, history of the county and the towns in it, businesses, churches, families and organizations, lots of b/w illustrations
Southern Ohio Legends & Lore
Author: James A. Willis
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Published: 2022-08-15
Total Pages: 151
ISBN-13: 1439675651
DOWNLOAD EBOOKScary, mysterious & just plain weird stories from Southern Ohio The southern portion of the Buckeye State has long attracted its fair share of colorful characters and odd occurrences. Infamous bootlegger George Remus rose to power shortly after moving to Cincinnati. Roy Rogers, King of the Cowboys, was born and raised in southern Ohio. Some even say creatures not of this planet are drawn to the area, which has had numerous UFO sightings. In the same region, an unassuming university professor got away with murder, an eccentric built his version of a European castle using nearby river rocks, and a headless motorcycle ghost roams a rural roadway. Ride along with author James A. Willis as he ventures into Southern Ohio in search of all things strange and spooky.
Legends & Lore of Southwest Virginia
Author: Shane S. Simmons
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Published: 2023-10-23
Total Pages: 174
ISBN-13: 1439679533
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExplore the traditional tales of the hills and hollers of southwestern Virginia. From the infamous Black Sisters of Christiansburg to the ghost of the famed Barter Theatre in Abingdon, the region is filled with stories that have haunted residents for decades. The Woodbooger, a local Bigfoot, is said to roam the mountainsides which are also home to many eccentric and inspiring legendary characters, including Molly Tynes, Reverend Robert Sheffey, Napoleon Hill and Cedar Creek Charlie. Authors Melody West and Shane Simmons uncover tales of unique people and places that have seldom been told.
In Their Own Words
Author: M. Coons Philip M. Coons
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 270
ISBN-13: 1440197660
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom crossing the Appalachians to fighting on the bloody battlefields of the Civil War and World War II, the history of the Coons and Bowman families springs vividly to life through the words of those who experienced it. Philip M. Coons and his wife, Elizabeth Bowman, piece together a moving story of their ancestors from their earliest days in America to the present, one that consistently heralds the themes of traveling and change. In his research, Coons discovered several letters, diaries, and other correspondence that painted a vibrant portrait of his ancestors and the various challenges they faced. Divided into sections, In Their Own Words explores the world of the Coons and the Bowman families in their daily interactions. Whether it was traveling across the country via train, writing love letters full of longing by spouses separated by war, making the long trek on the Oregon Trail, or expanding on the college experience, the families never failed to find the humor and grace inherent in each situation. To add even further flavor to the anecdotes, Coons also offers a brief biography of each author. Family lore, a nostalgic slice of Americana, and the Hoosier connection that binds them all, make up this intriguing collection. Perfect for those interested in genealogy, early America, or merely hungry for the old-fashioned days, In Their Own Words is a true treasure.
Central Ohio Legends & Lore
Author: James A. Willis
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Published: 2017-06-26
Total Pages: 160
ISBN-13: 1439660832
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe legendary tales of Central Ohio reach far beyond the region. Bigfoot-like creatures have been sighted in the state since the 1800s. Wright-Patterson Air Force Base was the headquarters for the military's investigations into UFO sightings in the mid-twentieth century. Some of Johnny Appleseed's earliest orchards were planted near present-day Steubenville, Mansfield and Lima, and a farm in Nova boasts the last tree planted by Appleseed. Join James A. Willis as he travels across Central Ohio and delves into the Buckeye State's stories of murderous villains, courageous heroes and even a few ghosts and monsters.
Crawfordsville
Author: William P. Helling
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 132
ISBN-13: 9780738583549
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCrawfordsville, founded in the early 1820s, has a diverse history for a small town located in rural, west-central Indiana. The town was the site of an important land office, which attracted many settlers, as well as speculators, to the area. Crawfordsville became known for its intellectual and progressive atmosphere and earned the nickname of the "Athens of Indiana," especially for the numerous residents with literary accomplishments. Wabash College was established in Crawfordsville in 1832, and the institution's teachers and students have contributed greatly to the development of the town's culture and prestige. In addition to its authors and poets, Crawfordsville has had its share of musicians, artists, soldiers, and statesmen who have played a role far beyond the borders of Montgomery County, of which Crawfordsville is the seat. Images of America: Crawfordsville is a photographic tour of the people and places that have marked this town from its early days. Some 200 historical images capture the town's development, along with its interesting, and often unique, accomplishments.
Links, Lore, & Legends
Author: Art Stricklin
Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing
Published: 2005-08-26
Total Pages: 193
ISBN-13: 1461709075
DOWNLOAD EBOOKByron Nelson, Ben Hogan, Lee Trevino, Dave Marr, Ben Crenshaw, Lanny Wadkins, Sandra Haynie, Rick Beem—names known to golfers everywhere—populate Texas golf history. This book chronicles the development of golf in Texas decade by decade focusing on highlighted events, players, pros, teachers, courses, and tournaments. It includes "10 Historic Events You Don't Know About."
Missouri Ozarks Legends & Lore
Author: Cynthia McRoy Carroll
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Published: 2021-09-13
Total Pages: 160
ISBN-13: 1467150401
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA crossroads energy is the heart and soul of the Missouri Ozarks, where earthquakes, monster lore, and UFO sightings are as familiar as limestone bluffs along historic Route 66. Join Cynthia Carroll -- author, tour director, and sixt-generation native -- as your guide throguh the magic of the Missouri Ozarks.
