The History of Peru by Henry S. Beebe
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"The History of Peru" by Henry S. Beebe is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This text documents the founding and development of the city of Peru in La Salle County, Illinois, exploring its early settlement, local governance, and social dynamics. The author reflects on the struggles and milestones of the community, providing insights into the lives of its residents over time. The opening of the book introduces the reader
to the humble beginnings of Peru, highlighting the town's formation shortly after the passage of the Internal Improvement Act. Beebe delves into the early settlement patterns, noting the prominent figures that established themselves in the area and the gradual transition from a sparse population to a burgeoning community. Among the numerous anecdotes is a description of the town's struggles, such as a brief but significant financial crash and the impact of events like the cholera outbreaks, reflecting both the hardships and the resilience of its inhabitants as they navigated the challenges of a growing town. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Beebe, Henry S. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 44049830 |
| Title | The History of Peru |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Kosker, Adrian Mastronardi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F516: United States local history: Ohio River and Valley. |
| Subject | Peru (Ill.) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 36524 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-36524-4 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 481 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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