A Brief History of Erie, Colorado:: Out of the Coal Dust

by James B. Stull

From 1866 until 1979, Erie was one of the largest coal-producing towns in the nation. Numerous settlers contributed to building Old Town and making it one of the liveliest communities in northern Colorado. The Columbine Mine massacre in 1927 incited major changes to coal mining practices, inspiring unionization efforts nationally. The improved rights and working conditions that miners struggled to win benefit employees across America today. Emeritus Professor James B. Stull illuminates Erie's earliest pioneers, houses, schools and churches and the town's enduring evolution.

157 pages, Paperback

First published July 6, 2015

Reviews

[Lea · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is very poorly written - it is basically a compilation of lists. I have taken several historical walking tours of Denver and Boulder - quite fascinating. I know that Colorado has a lot of interesting history. Unfortunately, this book does not do anything to make life in Erie, CO sound the least bit interesting. I live here and am interested in learning more - but this is NOT a good source for adding to my knowledge.