Swedish Heritage Of Greater Worcester
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Swedish Heritage of Greater Worcester
Author | : Eric J. Salomonsson |
Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
Total Pages | : 161 |
Release | : 2015-11-30 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1625856989 |
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By 1900, Worcester was home to the largest Swedish population in the eastern United States. These new residents brought an innovative and unique spirit to the community. Industrialist John Jeppson invented an artificial emery stone, and his experiments in the abrasives field became the foundation of the Norton Company. Worcester welcomed Swedish immigrants who preserved traditions through various lodges, church congregations and Swedish-owned businesses like Holstrom's Market, Lundborg's and Crown Bakery. Fairlawn Hospital and the Lutheran Home were other mainstays that marked the Swedes' local presence. Author Eric J. Salomonsson explores how Worcester's Swedish immigrants became Swedish-Americans while making vital and vibrant contributions to their adopted city.