02191cam a22002893u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500009001051000030001142450046001442640051001903000047002413360026002883370026003143380036003405000031003765080049004075201313004565340045017696530045018148560042018597046UtSlPG20260610133201.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aF0011 aWhitcomb, Harriet Manning10aAnnals and Reminiscences of Jamaica Plain 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2004-12-01  aThis eBook was produced by Charlie Rosenberg  a"Annals and Reminiscences of Jamaica Plain" by Harriet Manning Whitcomb is a historical account written in the late 19th century, reflecting on the history and significant events of Jamaica Plain, a neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts. The book is a detailed exploration of the area's past, offering insights into its transformation from an agricultural community to a well-regarded suburban area, while also celebrating its natural beauty and the distinguished individuals who have lived there.  Within this text, Whitcomb weaves together personal reminiscences and historical facts, highlighting the lives of notable figures and the evolution of various landmarks. She recounts stories about early settlers, including William Curtis and other influential families, and documents significant events that shaped the community's identity, such as the Revolutionary War and the establishment of local institutions. The narrative emphasizes a sense of nostalgia, reflecting on the charm of old-fashioned places and the significance of preserving local history as it forms the backbone of the community’s character. Whitcomb’s work serves not only as a celebration of Jamaica Plain’s legacy but also as a reminder of the importance of community and heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aJamaica Plain (Boston, Mass.) -- History40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7046