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Historian Josh Howard to be at Clifton Forge Public Library

October 16, 2019 @ 8:00 am - October 17, 2019 @ 6:00 pm

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The Clifton Forge Public Library is pleased to offer Dr. Josh Howard’s program, “Very Good for a Railroad Town: Clifton Forge Baseball and the New South.” The presentation on Thursday, October 17, will be held in the Michael Armstrong Community Room of the Library and will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Dr. Howard will discuss the failed prediction of the experts who claimed that Clifton Forge could become “The Altoona of the South,” or, a new version of Pittsburgh. His presentation will include stories of violence, abandoned projects, and a crack baseball team.

Dr. Howard will encourage participation with questions, comments, and additional information or stories the audience may wish to share.

A Public Historian, Dr. Howard grew up in Sharon and on Clifton Forge’s McCormick Blvd. and W. Pine St.

Admission is free.

The Clifton Forge Public Library is located at 535 Church Street.

Details

Start:
October 16, 2019 @ 8:00 am
End:
October 17, 2019 @ 6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Website:
cliftonforgelibrary.org

Venue

Clifton Forge Public Library
535 Church St
Clifton Forge, VA 24422 United States
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Phone
(540) 863-2519
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