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Shoemaker, Henry W.
1880
1958
Shoemaker, Henry W. (Henry Wharton)
Shoemaker, Henry Wharton
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The Importance of Marking Historic Spots, an Address
$aUnited States :$bTribune Press,$c1922.
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"The Importance of Marking Historic Spots, an Address by Henry W. Shoemaker" is a historical address delivered in the early 20th century, specifically in 1922. The book serves as a public speech reflecting on the significance of commemorating historic locations, particularly in Pennsylvania, and highlights the ways in which such spots have been marked throughout history. Shoemaker discusses the evolution of memorializing these places from Native American practices to contemporary efforts. In the address, Shoemaker outlines the historical customs of both Native Americans and early settlers in marking important events and locations, often tied to conflict and survival in frontier life. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing areas like the charcoal iron furnaces that played a crucial role in Pennsylvania's industrial history. Additionally, he points out the lack of awareness about these historical industries and calls for more efforts to preserve their stories. By doing so, Shoemaker advocates for creating a sense of connection between the past and present, fostering local pride and cultural heritage through the marking of historic spots. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/importanceofmark01shoe/page/n1/mode/2up
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Historical markers
Historic sites -- Pennsylvania
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Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches
Category: History - American
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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