Chicago Lawn/Marquette Manor (IL) (Images of America) [Paperback]

Kathleen J. Headley (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 28, 2001

The Marquette Park area on the southwest side of Chicago is comprised of two neighborhoods- Chicago Lawn and Marquette Manor. This book depicts the evolution of both neighborhoods with photographs and images of the earliest developments, buildings, and families-some of which have been professionally reproduced from original glass slides-beginning in 1876 with the arrival of John F. Eberhart, the "Father of Chicago Lawn." Due focus is paid to the common denominator and centerpiece of both communities-Marquette Park. Beginning with early photographs of this popular 323-acre park and golf course, Chicago Lawn/Marquette Manor takes the reader through its grand beginnings as "the playground of the Southwest Side," and features activities throughout the years, including the racial strife it unfortunately acquired national notoriety for. The reader will have the opportunity to peek inside Amos Cravener's grocery store and H.E. Cain's pharmacy, c. 1900, as well as walk down 63rd Street when it was surrounded by prairie, watch as new buildings appear, and return when it is fully populated.

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About the Author

Author Kathleen J. Headley moved to Chicago Lawn to live near picturesque Marquette Park. She is an active proponent of the neighborhood and sits on the Executive Board of the Chicago Lawn Historical Society and the Advisory Council of Marquette Park. She also writes a weekly column in the Southwest News-Herald.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (October 28, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738519294
• ISBN-13: 978-0738519296
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,130,682 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Original Photos!, July 25, 2011

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This review is from: Chicago Lawn/Marquette Manor (IL) (Images of America) (Paperback)

This 128 page paperback may look slim but is packed with pics gathered from news reports and residents in this community over a 120 year period. Almost 2 pics per page and a more in depth look at the Church, School, and very interesting Social Lives of the residents. One of the best parks in Chicago, (Marquette) occupies many pages with insights and history too. A must have for current and former residents to enjoy with others.