South Bethlehem
South Bethlehem by Kenneth F. Raniere, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on June 23, 2010, offers a detailed exploration of the historical development of South Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. This 130-page book chronicles significant events beginning in 1848, when farmland was transformed into building lots, and highlights the establishment of key industries, including the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, which played a pivotal role in the region’s growth.
Readers will find a narrative that traces the evolution of South Bethlehem through its industrial milestones and the impact of immigration on the community’s character. The book delves into the establishment of the Lehigh Valley Railroad and the subsequent rise of various companies, illustrating how these developments shaped the local economy and culture. Additionally, it touches on contemporary landmarks, such as the Sands Casino, which now occupies part of the historic Bethlehem Steel site, reflecting the city’s ongoing transformation while honoring its rich heritage.
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The story begins in 1848, when the Moravian Brethren sold 274 acres of farmland to investors who resold them as building lots. By 1855, Asa Packer had laid the tracks of his Lehigh Valley Railroad along the Lehigh River, bringing coal from Carbon County to markets in New York and Philadelphia. Industries rapidly grew, with the Pennsylvania and Lehigh Zinc Company in 1853 and the Saucona Iron Company in 1857. By 1865, South Bethlehem became a borough. Charles M. Schwab headed the former Iron Company in 1906, renaming it the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, and was instrumental in uniting the Bethlehems as one city in 1918. Countless immigrants shaped the tone of this region. Today the Sands Casino occupies part of the former Bethlehem Steel site. It is the future home of art and music venues that will contribute to a city already known for its historic and cultural heritage.’
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