Local Author Pens New History Book on Aurora's Best

Aurora’s unsung heroes and notorious personalities are showcased in Arcadia Publishing’s new imprint.
 
Nov. 1, 2012 - PRLog -- The latest edition to Arcadia Publishing’s new Legendary Locals imprint is Legendary Locals of Aurora by local author Jo Fredell Higgins. Filled with an average of 180 images and a new design, this people-centric imprint focuses on newsworthy and noteworthy individuals and groups who have built and shaped their communities.

Joseph G. Stolp settled in Aurora on June 12, 1837, when there were 33 residents in the pioneer village. Stolp’s vision helped shape the city’s destiny. The Aurora Electric Light and Power Company used 2,000-candlepower electric lamps for the first streetlights in 1881.

Today, the “City of Lights” is home to 200,000 residents and a diverse population with 42 percent of Hispanic heritage. The character of her people made Aurora an enterprising city. Notable residents include Maud Powell, violin virtuoso, and Harry C. Murphy, president of the Burlington Railroad. Profiles of Greek immigrant George Andrews and Aurora-born artist Wendell Minor, as well as Polish leader Bruno Bartoszek, color these pages with biographies of greatness.

Astute business leaders include Robert Bonifas, Ken Nagel, Louis Leonardi, and Frank C. Schaefer. Dr. Stephanie Pace Marshall, Dr. Christine Sobek, and Dick Schindel give testament to adroit educational leadership. Legendary Locals of Aurora chronicles how the city’s history has been blessed with noble and innovative leaders.

Join the Author for a Book Signing!

When: Saturday, December 8th from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Where: David L. Pierce art and History Center
20 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60505

Jo Fredell Higgins is an internationally published and award-winning author, historian, teacher, photographer, and poet. She was named a 2004 YWCA Woman of Distinction and was honored with an Aurora Community Champion award in 2012.

Available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and online retailers, or at www.LegendaryLocals.com or (888)-313-2665.  

Each book in Arcadia Publishing’s Legendary Locals imprint delves into the history of some of the unique individuals and groups, past and present, who have made a memorable impact on their community throughout its history.
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