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Delavan (Images of America) - Softcover

Ruth-Marsicano, Patricia

 
9780738533117: Delavan (Images of America)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0738533114 ISBN 13: 9780738533117
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC), 2004

Synopsis

Delavan Lake, formerly known as Swan Lake, was once heavily wooded along its banks and flanked further north by prairies and groves of oaks. Eventually, the banks of the lake wouldbecome home to many seasonal dwellings, which sprang up as summertime moved Delavan residents out of town and to the lake in order to escape the heat. By the 1880s, Delavan had become a popular tourist destination and dozens of resorts were built to accommodate visitors. Ultimately, steamers and excursion boats with daily schedules were added to the lake for sightseeing and ease of movement between resorts. This additional influx of people needed entertainment, giving birth to Delavan's ballroom era, which lasted until 1960.

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About the Author

Patricia Ruth-Marsicano is the president of the Delavan Historical Society and an affiliate member of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin. She and her family are joined by generations of families that have enjoyed countless summers in Delavan and on Delavan Lake--a tradition that still continues to this day.

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Publisher
Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Publication date
2004
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0738533114
ISBN 13 
9780738533117
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
128