Around Bangor

by Cindy LaPenna

Overview

Located in Northampton County, Bangor and the surrounding Slate Belt towns lie just a few miles from the Pocono Mountains and the Delaware River. The area's slate formations transformed the towns from sleepy farming communities to major producers and suppliers of slate to the world. Enterprising immigrants, including the Welsh, Italians, Cornish, and Pennsylvania Germans, opened a number of industries and businesses in the area, including slate quarries, garment factories, opera houses, hospitals, and retail stores. Trolley cars, major railroads, and a colorful Dentzel carousel became part of the area, as did some famous residents, such as actress Jayne Mansfield and award-winning pharmacist Ivor Griffith. Around Bangor is a testiment to the drive, hardiness, and community spirit of its residents.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738539027
Publisher:	Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date:	10/19/2005
Series:	Images of America Series
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	1,032,190
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

Cindy LaPenna grew up in Bangor. She is a librarian and writer whose articles and poetry have been published both in print and on the Internet.