Hartford
Hartford by Wilson H. Faude, published by Arcadia Publishing in July 1997, is an illustrated volume that continues the exploration of Connecticut’s capital city. This third installment builds on the previous works by Faude, offering a rich collection of images and narratives that highlight the lives and celebrations of Hartford’s residents. The book features previously unavailable content from the Hartford Times, providing a unique perspective on the city’s history.
Readers will find a captivating look at Hartford’s unique celebrations, including Discovery Day and the Tobacco Festival, alongside traditional holidays such as St. Patrick’s Day. The photographs capture the vibrancy of community life, showcasing events like the Times Carol Sing and the political gatherings that shaped the city’s past. With 128 pages of engaging content, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of New England and local traditions.
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This third volume of Hartford continues the celebration and remembrance of Connecticut’s capital that was started with Wilson H. Faude’s first two highly successful volumes on the history of the city. This new volume features the hitherto unavailable collection of the city’s evening newspaper, the Hartford Times. This third trip into Hartford’s past takes us into the lives and celebrations of the city’s residents. The fascinating images bring us into Hartford’s unique celebrations, including Discovery Day and the Tobacco Festival. We also get a glimpse of how the city’s residents interpreted traditional holidays, with photographs depicting St. Patrick’s Day revelry and shoppers braving holiday retail madness. As you peruse the pages, remember the Times Carol Sing and the Times C& remember when presidential hopefuls spoke from the city’s portico, vying for Hartford’s support. It is all here in Arcadia Publishing’s third volume of Hartford.
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