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Business Was Booming on Cabbage Hill a Century Ago
Jim Gerhart July,2019 In 1919, things were generally looking up in the U.S.—World War I had just ended, unemployment was nearly negligible, and women finally were getting the right to vote. On the other hand, the Spanish flu pandemic made a comeback, and the Ku Klux Klan continued to stoke fear in many states. And, for better or worse, depending on your point of view, the 18th Amendment (Prohibition) went into effect. In the midst of these national events, Cabbage Hill was beginning to recover from the anti-German sentiment brought on by the war. As part of that recovery, the Hill was definitely “open for business”. Ever since its first neighborhood was established in 1762 on Manor and High Streets, Cabbage Hill has been home to enterprising residents who have operated their own local businesses. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, these businesses provided necessary subsistence services that reflected the trade skills of its mostly German immigrants. Blacksmith,…
Business Was Booming on Cabbage Hill a Century Ago
Jim Gerhart July,2019 In 1919, things were generally looking up in the U.S.—World War I had just ended, unemployment was … Continue reading “Business Was Booming on Cabbage Hill a Century Ago”
Maintenance Tips with the Happyhandyman – Water, part 1
One of the more challenging aspects of being a homeowner is knowing when it is time to call in a … Continue reading “Maintenance Tips with the Happyhandyman – Water, part 1”