ISBN: 9781528056144 - proceedings at the dedication of the thayer library and art building, in keene, n. h.. february 28, 1899: with appendix containing the communication ... and building, and the joint resolution of the (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book traces the life and impact of Edward Carrington Thayer, a prominent 19th-century industrialist and philanthropist. The author follows Thayer's path from his humble beginnings as a clerk to his leadership of the Ashuelot Woolen Mill and pivotal role in the development of Keene, New Hampshire. The book sheds light on Thayer's vision and ideals, which extended beyond his entrepreneurial endeavors to include a passion for education and civic progress. It examines his significant contributions to the growth of Keene, such as the establishment of the first public library in Uxbridge, the Worcester Nurses' Home, and the Murdock School in Winchendon. The author highlights Thayer's belief in the power of education and giving back to the community, making this book a valuable contribution to the history of philanthropy and the legacy of influential figures in New England's industrial era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…