Gulfport
Gulfport by Betty Hancock Shaw, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2011, is an illustrated exploration of the historical development of Gulfport, Mississippi. This edition spans 127 pages and is presented in English. The book details the community’s growth from a modest population of just over 1,000 in 1900 to more than 14,000 by 1906, highlighting the significance of its port and railroads in shaping the city’s prosperity.
Readers will find a rich narrative that captures both the successes and challenges faced by Gulfport throughout its history. The book discusses the establishment of essential infrastructure, including banks, schools, and the luxurious Great Southern Hotel, which played a pivotal role in the community’s development. Additionally, it features images that reflect the fortunes and hardships experienced in Gulfport, alongside the recreational activities that contributed to its appeal, such as golfing and hunting. This historical account provides insight into the evolution of Gulfport as a thriving port city in the southern United States.
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Gulfport’s name says it all. The port and railroads were the foundation for this community. In 1900, at two years old, its population was only a little over 1,000. However, by 1906, that number had grown to over 14,000. A wide channel and deepened basin provided for the 36 ships anchored in the harbor. Capt. William T. Hardy’s railroad was complete. Wealthy oilman Capt. Joseph T. Jones had made good on his promises of a train depot, an office building, banks, schools, churches, and stores. The luxurious Great Southern Hotel stood as a star costing over $350,000 to build. Gulfport was a thriving port city. The golfing, hunting, and waterfront activities were an early appeal. Images reflect great fortune and the desperate losses in Gulfport.
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