Uncle JimLife story of family immigrant who came to America from Greece at the turn of the last century and who left a strong and indelible legacy for those who followed. He was our family patriarch, anchor, and mentor; a true unheralded hero... Book is 39 pages, and includes 12 images. |
Contents
| 1 | |
The Dream The Promise of America | 3 |
Leaving Home The Journey to America | 4 |
Seeking Work | 5 |
Life as a Railroad Laborer | 6 |
Lumber Mills Camps | 10 |
A Bold Move | 11 |
Marriage a Home Family | 12 |
Vision Focus | 20 |
Poverty | 21 |
Life Goals | 22 |
Thriftiness Conservation | 23 |
Intelligence | 26 |
Work | 27 |
Living Simply | 28 |
Warmth | 29 |
Depression of 19201921 | 13 |
A Looming War And Family Losses | 14 |
The Quiet Years | 15 |
iMAGES | 16 |
Part Two The Lessons | 19 |
Wealth Power | 30 |
Play Recreation | 31 |
Illness | 32 |
Epilogue | 33 |
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