Sandwich

by Joan Bark Hardekopf, Sandwich Historical Society

Overview

Come take a look at the history of Sandwich from its beginnings in the mid-1850s to today. First known as Newark Station, the town's name was changed to Sandwich in 1856 by Congressman John Wentworth, after his hometown in New Hampshire. Wentworth was instrumental in getting the railroad to stop here. Sandwich, surrounded by the fairest and most fertile country, was advertised in 1892 as one of the most beautiful and prosperous cities in northern Illinois. Its agricultural implements, made by the Sandwich Manufacturing Company and Enterprise Company, were shipped worldwide. Sandwich is now known for its annual county fair, antique shows, and shopping.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738561554
Publisher:	Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date:	08/18/2008
Series:	Images of America Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	6.40(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Joan Bark Hardekopf is a longtime resident of the community. Her family roots date back to the earliest farms. Along with members of the Sandwich Historical Society, Hardekopf is pleased to present this book as part of the 150th celebration of Sandwich. Royalties will help fund the sesquicentennial in 2009.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments     6
Introduction     7
Places of Worship and Places of Learning     9
Wartime     27
Community Events     35
Trains and Industry     43
Businesses     55
Home, Family, and Leisure Time     87
Around Town     107
Index     126