Williamston
Susan Woody Martin
The rich history of Williamston lives in the memories and memorabilia passed through generations of individuals. Williamston s raconteurs tell vivid tales of energizing spring water; a thriving community of hotels, restaurants, and theaters; and a school system reaching unbelievable heights. Founded by West Allen Williams near a natural mineral spring in 1842, the town of Williamston beckons for all to hear its history and soak in its rejuvenating heritage of trust, hope, and assurance. The town grew to accommodate travelers who arrived by train to partake of its medicinal waters. Many stayed in the Mammoth Hotel, the largest building in South Carolina at the time of its construction. The Civil War brought an end to this era of prosperity, but the turn of the 20th century saw the rise of cotton mills on the banks of the nearby Saluda River. This book unveils the timeless tapestry of Williamston s past a history woven through time that unites people from all walks of life."Binding Type: HardcoverAuthor: Susan Woody MartinPublisher: Arcadia Publishing Library EditionsPublished: 12/05/2016ISBN: 9781540201997Pages: 130Weight: 0.91lbsSize: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.38d
Book Title
Williamston
ISBN
9781540201997
The rich history of Williamston lives in the memories and memorabilia passed through generations of individuals. Williamston s raconteurs tell vivid tales of energizing spring water; a thriving community of hotels, restaurants, and theaters; and a school system reaching unbelievable heights. Founded by West Allen Williams near a natural mineral spring in 1842, the town of Williamston beckons for all to hear its history and soak in its rejuvenating heritage of trust, hope, and assurance. The town grew to accommodate travelers who arrived by train to partake of its medicinal waters. Many stayed in the Mammoth Hotel, the largest building in South Carolina at the time of its construction. The Civil War brought an end to this era of prosperity, but the turn of the 20th century saw the rise of cotton mills on the banks of the nearby Saluda River. This book unveils the timeless tapestry of Williamston s past a history woven through time that unites people from all walks of life."
Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: Susan Woody Martin
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
Published: 12/05/2016
ISBN: 9781540201997
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.38d
Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: Susan Woody Martin
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
Published: 12/05/2016
ISBN: 9781540201997
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.38d
The rich history of Williamston lives in the memories and memorabilia passed through generations of individuals. Williamston s raconteurs tell vivid tales of energizing spring water; a thriving community of hotels, restaurants, and theaters; and a school system reaching unbelievable heights. Founded by West Allen Williams near a natural mineral spring in 1842, the town of Williamston beckons for all to hear its history and soak in its rejuvenating heritage of trust, hope, and assurance. The town grew to accommodate travelers who arrived by train to partake of its medicinal waters. Many stayed in the Mammoth Hotel, the largest building in South Carolina at the time of its construction. The Civil War brought an end to this era of prosperity, but the turn of the 20th century saw the rise of cotton mills on the banks of the nearby Saluda River. This book unveils the timeless tapestry of Williamston s past a history woven through time that unites people from all walks of life."
Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: Susan Woody Martin
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
Published: 12/05/2016
ISBN: 9781540201997
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.38d
Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: Susan Woody Martin
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Library Editions
Published: 12/05/2016
ISBN: 9781540201997
Pages: 130
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.61h x 6.69w x 0.38d