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Looking Back while Moving Forward
The year 1919 was filled with notable events: the ratification of two constitutional amendments, the Chicago Race Riots, a rigged World Series, and the culmination of WWI with the treaty of Versailles. Turmoil and conflict seemed to be around every corner and on every continent. These titles highlight those moments which have shaped future generations. As we step forward into the new year, let's look back to see where we've been.
Published January 13, 2019LIBRARY NEWS
This Week at the Library: History, Travel, Yoga and Bridge
The week ahead holds some revealing history lessons, a trip for armchair travelers, and ways to flex your muscles and your brain – all at the Library.
Published January 13, 2019LOCAL HISTORY
Aut Swenson
Austyn Olin ‘Aut’ Swenson, founder of the Swenson Thrillcade auto show, died in 1986. In his life he drove in auto shows, was an Air Force instructor, founded Austyn’s Greater Flying Circus and pioneered a 100 mile auto race in Florida in 1935.
Published January 12, 2019