South Davis County

Willden, Gary D.; Allen, Royce

ISBN 10: 1467131636 / ISBN 13: 9781467131636

Published by Arcadia Publishing (SC), 2014

May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1467131636I4N00

Synopsis:

South Davis County is bounded by the majestic Wasatch Mountain Range to the east and the Great Salt Lake to the west. Bountiful, Centerville, Farmington, and Kaysville are the major population centers--all originating as early Mormon settlements. Concerned that their livestock might harm new crops and gardens being planted in Salt Lake City, their leader, Brigham Young, sent herds of cattle, mules, and horses north to graze along the lakeshore in 1847. Small farming communities established the following spring supplied goods and produce to the growing populations of Salt Lake City to Ogden. Organized as Davis County in 1850, Farmington was the center of government. Railroad service, established in 1870, allowed the farmers and ranchers to reach markets within hours of harvesting. And in 1956, a six-foot pipeline was completed, delivering water from the Weber River to the communities along the front. Rapid expansion has resulted, but the pioneer spirit still prevails.

About the Author: Author Royce Allen has authored several books about the Centerville Mountains, most recently Tales, Trails, and Sites of the Centerville Mountains. Coauthor Gary Willden is a retired Weber State University professor who has lived in Centerville with his wife, Joan, for nearly 20 years.

Bibliographic Details

Title: South Davis County
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Publication Date: 2014
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket