Canton

by George T. Comeau

Overview

Canton is a town like so many New England towns. Its rich history extends back to Canton's early connections with the founding fathers. An expansive industrial center was made possible by superb water rights and one of the first railroads in the nation. Canton's history is enriched by its strong associations with patriots, industrialists, great thinkers, and doers. Within Canton are postcards and photographs that capture the spirit of enterprise and pride in the community.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738572031
Publisher:	Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date:	11/18/2009
Series:	Postcard History Series
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	1,107,649
Product dimensions:	6.40(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

George T. Comeau is a local historian and attorney with a keen enthusiasm for all things connected to Canton. A passion for the Canton Viaduct and Paul Revere's copper-rolling mill helped define his interests at a very early age. He is a member of the Canton Historical Commission and the Canton Historical Society and has spent much of his life working toward preserving the history of his hometown. Many of the images collected in Canton represent more than 100 years of private collections and create a unique journey through Canton's history.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 6

Introduction 7

1 At the Foot of the Great Blue Hill 9

2 Invited First by Hammer's Sound 23

3 A Record of Progress 41

4 Pro Bono Publico 55

5 Just Passing Through 71

6 The Path Between Houses 89

Bibliography 126

About the Canton Historical Society 127