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Located just west of Atlanta on the Georgia-Alabama border, Carroll and Haralson Counties comprise an area that originally belonged to the Creek Indians. In Carroll and Haralson Counties in Vintage Postcards, images from the first half of the 20th century reveal the delightful and rich history of two counties whose unique stories tell the tale of two long-standing partners. Included within the pages of this volume are images of the architecture, landmarks, and residents that have all played a part in shaping the community’s heritage.
About the Author
Author Dr. David N. Wiggins, a retired educator and history buff, shares his love of postcards and the stories they tell; many of the cards herein are from his personal collection. Each card imparts the mystery, romance, and humor of an area and an era, and readers have the opportunity to join him as he uncovers the captivating history of Carroll and Haralson Counties.
Located just west of Atlanta on the Georgia-Alabama border, Carroll and Haralson Counties comprise an area that originally belonged to the Creek Indians. In Carroll and Haralson Counties in Vintage Postcards, images from the first half of the 20th century reveal the delightful and rich history of two counties whose unique stories tell the tale of two long-standing partners. Included within the pages of this volume are images of the architecture, landmarks, and residents that have all played a part in shaping the community’s heritage.
About the Author
Author Dr. David N. Wiggins, a retired educator and history buff, shares his love of postcards and the stories they tell; many of the cards herein are from his personal collection. Each card imparts the mystery, romance, and humor of an area and an era, and readers have the opportunity to join him as he uncovers the captivating history of Carroll and Haralson Counties.
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Inside This Book Citations: This book cites 2 books Explore: Citations | Concordance | Text Stats Key Phrases - SIPs: photo card, card features Key Phrases - CAPs: Villa Rica, Carroll County, Courtesy of Gary, Newnan Street, United States (more) Browse Sample Pages: Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me! |
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In 1848, citizens honored Alabama Congressman Franklin Welch Bowdon, who assisted the town in acquiring a post office, by naming their town for him. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
photo card, card features Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Villa Rica, Carroll County, Courtesy of Gary, Newnan Street, United States, First Baptist Church, First National Bank, Horton of Carrollton, Maple Street School, Masonic Building, Tallapoosa River, West Georgia College, World War, Buchanan Street, Citizens Bank of Carrollton, Courtesy of Alan Pearce, Courtesy of Betty Jo Parsons, Courtesy of Ruth Holder, Hotel Clifton, Temple Model School New!
Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
In 1848, citizens honored Alabama Congressman Franklin Welch Bowdon, who assisted the town in acquiring a post office, by naming their town for him. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
photo card, card features Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Villa Rica, Carroll County, Courtesy of Gary, Newnan Street, United States, First Baptist Church, First National Bank, Horton of Carrollton, Maple Street School, Masonic Building, Tallapoosa River, West Georgia College, World War, Buchanan Street, Citizens Bank of Carrollton, Courtesy of Alan Pearce, Courtesy of Betty Jo Parsons, Courtesy of Ruth Holder, Hotel Clifton, Temple Model School New!
Concordance | Text Stats Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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This book cites 2
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- The Southern Railway by Robert K. Durham on page 82
- George Washington by John Alexander Carroll on page 73
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