Ken Skulski

Lawrence Massachusetts Volume II (Images of America) Ken Skulski

In 1847, following much objection and lawlessness, the

pioneer townsfolk of Lawrence were finally recognized

in a charter signed by the governor of the Commonwealth.

Known alternately as "The Immigrant City," "The

Friendly City," and "The Woolen Worsted Capital of the

World," the city of Lawrence would thereafter become

a crowded urban laboratory whose experiments were

recorded around the globe.

Issued during the sesquicentennial year of the town's

incorporation, this sequel volume revisits in greater detail

the work and the leisure of the people of Lawrence from

the advent of photography through the 1950s. The book's

focus on the everyday life of the common man reveals

some lesser-known occupations--such as cigar maker and

horse undertaker--as well as a heartiness and spirit unique

to this diverse population. In addition, the book records

the history of the busiest and best-known thoroughfares

ever traveled in Lawrence, and concludes with a look at

city landmarks that have been destroyed over the years.