Legendary Locals of Lake Worth, Texas (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781467101585)

During the early 1900s, a large reservoir built to provide water for Fort Worth, Texas, also opened up opportunities for businesses to develop. Casino Beach, Casino Ballroom, and a large bathhouse became popular spots for thousands. A nearby village, with increasing population, soon had a small school, churches, and other establishments. With nearby Jacksboro Highway running from downtown Fort Worth past the beach area, gambling increased, as did gangster activity. After a long while, with much intervention, these unlawful situations became history. Legendary Locals of Lake Worth spotlights the founders of the small village and features individuals who impacted the area--many for the better, others for the worst. Some may never have received proper recognition until this book's acknowledgment of them.

Author: Lawana Mauldin, Joe McDaniel
ISBN-10: 1467101583
ISBN-13: 9781467101585
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)
Language: English
Published: 09/22/2014
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.25h x 6.63w x 0.45d