Isbn: 9780738520872 - henderson (images of america) (24 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The year 2003 marks the 50th anniversary of the incorporation of the City of Henderson. This anniversary is even more of a milestone given the fact that due to Henderson's origins, it was never expected to remain a populated area, let alone grow into the second largest city in Nevada today. From the early 1900s there had been some small scale mining and the occasional ranch house, but the city was really founded on the basis of communities which provided housing for workers on two of the largest federal projects in the West: Boulder (later Hoover) Dam and the wartime Basic Magnesium Inc. Like many boomtowns before it, Henderson seemed likely to fade away after the federal government halted magnesium production there in 1944. Yet the determination of local residents saved the city, and since its incorporation in 1953, growth has exceeded the expectations of even its most optimistic founders. Documented through historical photographs is the construction of the BMI plant, the experience of working there in the war years, living in the community that was built to support the plant (Camp Anderson, Basic Townsite, Victory Village, and Carver Park for African American workers), and the transformation of this temporary federal venture into a burgeoning city.…

Zustand: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The year 2003 marks the 50th anniversary of the incorporation of the City of Henderson. This anniversary is even more of a milestone given the fact that due to Henderson's origins, it was never expected to remain a populated area, let alone grow into the second largest city in Nevada today. From the early 1900s there had been some small scale mining and the occasional ranch house, but the city was really founded on the basis of communities which provided housing for workers on two of the largest federal projects in the West: Boulder (later Hoover) Dam and the wartime Basic Magnesium Inc. Like many boomtowns before it, Henderson seemed likely to fade away after the federal government halted magnesium production there in 1944. Yet the determination of local residents saved the city, and since its incorporation in 1953, growth has exceeded the expectations of even its most optimistic founders. Documented through historical photographs is the construction of the BMI plant, the experience of working there in the war years, living in the community that was built to support the plant (Camp Anderson, Basic Townsite, Victory Village, and Carver Park for African American workers), and the transformation of this temporary federal venture into a burgeoning city.…

Zustand: very_good. Fast & Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. A nice softcover copy with a tight and square binding. Text is clean and bright. Softcovers are very good (clean, no creasing, no edge wear). Previous owner's name is written and embossed on first front end paper. Careful packaging and fast shipping. We recommend EXPEDITED MAIL for even faster delivery. Shipped in 100% recyclable material.…

Soft cover. Zustand: As New. No Jacket. AS NEW. No wear to the covers. No spine creasing from opening. No distortion from reading or improper shelving. Pages tight and clean with no marks. No name of previous owner. No odor. No water damage. No soiling. No sun fading.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Very good condition with some wear including the previous owner's name written inside front and back covers; 'Gabbs Valley' written in highlighter on the title page and one other page, otherwise no other highlighting.

Trade Paperback. Zustand: Fine. First Edition. No spine crease. 126 pages. Images of America.

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine. Cover shows light shelf wear. Book pages are clean with no marks. Bookseller Inventory BS/BS 14373 04/2023.

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Soft cover with light signs of wear. We ship fast. Many photographs. Illustrated (illustrator).

Zustand: New.

Paperback. Zustand: New.

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Zustand: New.

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Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 128 pages. 8.75x6.50x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: New.

paperback. Zustand: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Paperback. Zustand: New.