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Pittsburgh's Inclines

Author : Donald Doherty
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1467127809
Total Pages : 96 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (671 download)

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Download or read book Pittsburgh's Inclines written by Donald Doherty and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2018 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering a panoramic view of present-day Pittsburgh, Monongahela and Duquesne Inclines attract pedestrians traveling from the river's shore to the top of Mount Washington. These inclines were completed in 1870 and 1877 by real estate speculators hoping to capitalize on undeveloped land at the top of "Coal Hill," a name given due to its many coal mines. Housing in the valleys and other low-lying areas could not accommodate the influx of new residents following the Civil War. Using technology perfected to haul coal from mines, the region's first inclined railroads, or funiculars, carried people and goods and formed a part of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. By 1900, inclines were an integral part of the city's identity. During the early decades of the 20th century, however, automobiles and trucks made access to Pittsburgh's hilltops relatively easy. Before the automobile, there were at least 15 inclines in Pittsburgh. Today, there are two: the Monongahela and Duquesne Inclines.

The Duquesne Incline

Author : Society for the Preservation of the Duquesne Heights Incline (Pittsburgh, Pa.)
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 10 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (81 download)

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Download or read book The Duquesne Incline written by Society for the Preservation of the Duquesne Heights Incline (Pittsburgh, Pa.) and published by . This book was released on 198? with total page 10 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Iconic Pittsburgh

Author : Paul King
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1439669066
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (396 download)

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Download or read book Iconic Pittsburgh written by Paul King and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2020-02-17 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Steel City has boasted some of the most famous figures, landmarks and innovations in the country's history. Pittsburgh's past is littered with dozens of fascinating stories behind the icons that define it. Mary Schenley was the city's biggest benefactress of the nineteenth century, gifting the site of the 425-acre park in her name, but her fortune was almost lost when she eloped at the age of fifteen. The first ever call-in radio talk show began at famed KDKA in 1951, inspiring the birth of an entire industry. Mount Washington offers tourists sweeping views of the city today, but it once supplied coal to Pittsburghers and was the site of a sixteen-year underground mine fire. Author Paul King lists the best people, places and things of Pittsburgh's grand history.

Pittsburgh Steps

Author : Bob Regan
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493013858
Total Pages : 129 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (93 download)

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Download or read book Pittsburgh Steps written by Bob Regan and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today the City of Pittsburgh has more municipal inclines than any other U.S. city and more city steps and bridges that any other city in the world. Undoubtedly the most unique of these transportation solutions is the city steps. Pittsburgh has hundreds of streets complete with street signs, and often times houses, that are composed entirely of steps.Pittsburgh Steps is part historical record for the armchair climber and part guided for active step trekkers.

Pittsburgh's South Side

Author : Stuart P. Boehmig
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738539393
Total Pages : 134 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (393 download)

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Download or read book Pittsburgh's South Side written by Stuart P. Boehmig and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2006 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1763, King George III granted 3,000 acres of bottomland on the south side of the Monongahela River to Maj. Gen. John Ormsby for his service in capturing Fort Duquesne during the French and Indian War. Just 100 years later, this flat river plain became the center of the "Workplace of the World." Powerful industrial giants such as B. F. Jones, James Laughlin, and Henry W. Oliver were drawn to the area, making it the heart of the Industrial Revolution. Immigrants came in droves from Germany, Ireland, Scotland, England, and later from central and Eastern Europe. They crowded Carson Street with the sights and sounds of different languages, customs, and fashions. These were the people who made the steel and iron that built America. Pittsburgh's South Side is their story, a story of glass factories, steel mills, incline planes, trolley cars, saloons, and the crowded row houses where they raised their families.

Moon Pittsburgh

Author : Dan Eldridge
Publisher : Moon Travel
ISBN 13 : 1612388469
Total Pages : 365 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (123 download)

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Download or read book Moon Pittsburgh written by Dan Eldridge and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2014-08-05 with total page 365 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Long-time Pennsylvania resident Dan Eldridge provides a quirky look at Pittsburgh, from riding up the Duquesne Incline to grabbing a beer at a hipster bar in South Side to visiting the Andy Warhol Museum. Dan includes unique trip ideas like Out with the Parents, Fun and Cheap, and Go Where the Locals Go. Packed with information on dining, transportation, and accommodations, this guide provides options for a range of travel budgets. Complete with details on the best insider spots and how to make the most of two days in the city, Moon Pittsburgh gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Pittsburgh's Inclines

Author : Samuel R. Ohler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 31 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (113 download)

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Download or read book Pittsburgh's Inclines written by Samuel R. Ohler and published by . This book was released on 1972 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

ALLENTOWN The Story Of A Pittsburgh Neighborhood

Author : Allentown History Book Trust
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 1105706478
Total Pages : 212 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (57 download)

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Download or read book ALLENTOWN The Story Of A Pittsburgh Neighborhood written by Allentown History Book Trust and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-06 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history of the Pittsburgh neighborhood known as Allentown

Viewing Pittsburgh's Trolleys and Inclines

Author : Kenneth C. Springirth
Publisher : America Through Time
ISBN 13 : 9781634993715
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (937 download)

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Download or read book Viewing Pittsburgh's Trolleys and Inclines written by Kenneth C. Springirth and published by America Through Time. This book was released on 2021-11-22 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Haunted Pittsburgh

Author : Timothy Murray
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1625857799
Total Pages : 127 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (258 download)

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Download or read book Haunted Pittsburgh written by Timothy Murray and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2016-10-10 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A ghost tour team mines the Steel City’s past for the stories of spirits that stalk its streets today. Founded amidst the bloodshed of the French and Indian War, Pittsburgh is haunted by the ghosts of its gritty and sometimes violent past. Many believe American industrialist Henry Clay Frick still inhabits Clayton, one of the last surviving homes on Millionaires’ Row. The spirit of Kate Soffel lingers at the Allegheny County Jail, where she helped plot the escape of the Biddle brothers and fell in love in the process. The Duquesne Incline in 1877 employed teens disguised as ghosts to boost business. However, an authentic sinister entity is said to haunt the nearby Monongahela Incline without compensation. Join the Haunted Pittsburgh team as it explores ghostly encounters in the Steel City. Includes photos! “Tales that connect the region to the spirit world.” —Trib Live

Pittsburgh, 1758-2008

Author : Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780738563176
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (631 download)

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Download or read book Pittsburgh, 1758-2008 written by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pittsburgh: 1758-2008 surveys the city's evolution from strategic fort in the wilderness to bustling industrial workshop to high-tech center for universities and health care. A boatbuilding center and gateway to the West at the beginning of the 19th century, Pittsburgh later produced iron and steel used to construct bridges and buildings around the country and provided the cannons, shot, and ships that helped win wars around the world. In the process, Pittsburgh became a magnet for successive waves of immigrants--workers and entrepreneurs who shaped the culture and character of the city with their customs, churches, clubs, food, and an impressive collection of museums. Among its many attributes, Pittsburgh is the birthplace of Carnegie libraries in the United States, wire cable suspension bridges, the gas station, the Ferris wheel, commercial radio, public television, and bingo.

Pennsylvania Overlooks: A Guide for Sightseers and Outdoor People

Author :
Publisher : Penn State Press
ISBN 13 : 9780271045092
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (45 download)

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Download or read book Pennsylvania Overlooks: A Guide for Sightseers and Outdoor People written by and published by Penn State Press. This book was released on with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To those who enjoy outdoor adventure, Pennsylvania offers a number of natural attractions: wild rivers, impressive mountains, the silence of deep forests. But Pennsylvania's sublime overlooks, remarkable natural features in themselves, frequently go unnoticed despite their historical and scenic interest. The selected overlooks are easy to reach by automobile or by foot, and they offer much more than a pretty view. Each chapter presents vital information about an overlook, including a general description of the overlook and its area, the site's distinguishing features, its height, the compass direction of the view, and nearby and distant features visible from the overlook. Michaels also notes recreational activities and opportunities near each site. For weekends filled with nature, beauty, and history, this book is an invaluable guide.

Insiders' Guide® to Pittsburgh

Author : Michele Margittai
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1461746868
Total Pages : 465 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (617 download)

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Download or read book Insiders' Guide® to Pittsburgh written by Michele Margittai and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2008-07-17 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the top of the USX Tower to the fountain at Point State Park, explore Pittsburgh and all its offerings.

Pittsburgh—Metropolitan Mastery

Author : Rock DiLisio
Publisher : iUniverse
ISBN 13 : 1532033656
Total Pages : 159 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book Pittsburgh—Metropolitan Mastery written by Rock DiLisio and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2017-10-03 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is your source for places to see and things to do while visiting, or living, in the Steel City. Pittsburgha city said by many to be one of the most livable in the worldcan also boast of great culture, interesting tourist attractions, sports for all fans, and scenic beauty. The glittering downtown; lush, rolling topography; and three magnificent rivers have often had the city compared to the most stunning in the world. Drive through the Fort Pitt Tunnel, experience a view that no other city can match, and travel by incline to the top of Mount Washington and experience a sight that you will never forget. You will also find unique information regarding aspects of Pittsburghs business climate, history, weather, population, and burgeoning industries, such as robotics and self-driving cars, as well as being called Hollywood of the East. This is your gateway to . . . the gateway to the West.

Fun with the Family Pennsylvania

Author : Christine O'Toole
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 0762762772
Total Pages : 255 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (627 download)

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Download or read book Fun with the Family Pennsylvania written by Christine O'Toole and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2010-04-13 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Geared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Pennsylvania features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.

Moon Pittsburgh

Author : Emily King
Publisher : Moon Travel
ISBN 13 : 1631215566
Total Pages : 297 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (312 download)

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Download or read book Moon Pittsburgh written by Emily King and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2018-07-31 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take in the young, vibrant scene of a city on the rise and learn what it really means to be a Yinzer with Moon Pittsburgh. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries for history buffs, families, budget travelers, and more, all accessible by bus, train, or public transit The Top Sights and Unique Experiences: Get up close and personal with dinosaurs at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, check out art and artifacts in Frick Park, and ponder iconic paintings at the Andy Warhol Museum. Take the incline train up Mount Washington or kayak along any of its three rivers. Explore the Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh or cheer on the Steelers at Heinz Field Get a Taste of the City: Feast on affordable Asian cuisine in the East End, eat a famous sandwich with fries inside at Primanti Bros, and try pierogis for a taste of traditional Pittsburgh Bars and Nightlife: Sample a flight of craft brews under the stars at rooftop hotspot Biergarten, sip cocktails at a speakeasy, or rub elbows with regulars at a dive bar Local insight from born and bred Pittsburgher Emily B. King Day trips from Pittsburgh: Tube down the Youghiogheny River, explore vestiges of the Underground Railroad in southeastern Pennsylvania, or dig into apple pie in a backwoods diner Maps and Tools like background information on the history and culture of the city, easy-to-read maps and neighborhood guides from the trendy Strip to high-end Shadyside With Moon Pittsburgh's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of the city. Looking to experience more of America's city life? Try Moon Boston or Moon Philadelphia. Exploring the area? Check out Moon Pennsylvania.

Allegheny City

Author : Daniel M. Rooney
Publisher : University of Pittsburgh Press
ISBN 13 : 082297861X
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (229 download)

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Download or read book Allegheny City written by Daniel M. Rooney and published by University of Pittsburgh Press. This book was released on 2013-06-15 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allegheny City, known today as Pittsburgh's North Side, was the third-largest city in Pennsylvania when it was controversially annexed by the City of Pittsburgh in 1907. Founded in 1787 as a reserve land tract for Revolutionary War veterans in compensation for their service, it quickly evolved into a thriving urban center with its own character, industry, and accomplished residents. Among those to inhabit the area, which came to be known affectionately as "The Ward," were Andrew Carnegie, Mary Cassatt, Gertrude Stein, Stephen Foster, and Martha Graham. Once a station along the underground railroad, home to the first wire suspension bridge, and host to the first World Series, the North Side is now the site of Heinz Field, PNC Park, the Andy Warhol Museum, the National Aviary, and world headquarters for corporations such as Alcoa and the H. J. Heinz Company. Dan Rooney, longtime North Side resident, joins local historian Carol Peterson in creating this highly engaging history of the cultural, industrial, and architectural achievements of Allegheny City from its humble beginnings until the present day. The authors cover the history of the city from its origins as a simple colonial outpost and agricultural center to its rapid emergence alongside Pittsburgh as one of the most important industrial cities in the world and an engine of the American economy. They explore the life of its people in this journey as they experienced war and peace, economic boom and bust, great poverty and wealth—the challenges and opportunities that fused them into a strong and durable community, ready for whatever the future holds. Supplemented by historic and contemporary photos, the authors take the reader on a fascinating and often surprising street-level tour of this colorful, vibrant, and proud place.