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BIG SHOULDERS - A historical novel
$25 (includes shipping)
The 325 page soft cover book is an action packed, coming-of-age story of a teenager during The Great Depression. Bill draws on his years of research and interviews with dozens of former CCC enrollees to create a novel that is rich in detail and authentic in his storytelling approach.
To order, send check to:
William Jamerson
121 W. Coolidge Ave
Ironwood, MI 49938
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PBS DOCUMENTARIES
$25 (includes shipping)
The following PBS films are available on DVD for $25.00 which includes shipping.
Camp Forgotten - The Civilian Conservation Corps in Michigan: 60 min, c. 1993
Winter Wonderland – Michigan’s Golden Age of Skiing: 88 min. c. 1995
Winter Wonderland – Michigan’s Golden Age of Skiing
Winter Wonderland – Michigan’s Golden Age of Skiing: 88 min. c. 1995
This film takes the viewer on a journey across the state over a hundred-year period.
It tells the story of the early ski jumpers in the Upper Peninsula, the rise of winter
sports parks and the arrival of down hill skiing. Rare archival footage combined with beautiful
location cinematography makes this the perfect video to watch on a snowy evening.
Available on DVD ONLY for $25 including shipping.
Make check payable to:
William Jamerson
121 W. Coolidge Ave
Ironwood, MI 49938
Grand Rapids Made – The Golden Age of Furniture City, USA: 80 min. c. 1998
Grand Rapids Made – The Golden Age of Furniture City, USA
Grand Rapids Made – The Golden Age of Furniture City, USA: 80 min. c. 1998
In 1900, Grand Rapids was called the "Furniture City," of America. Dozens of factories turned out residential and office
furniture for an increasingly urban society. This film examines the immigrant workforce, technological innovations,
and some of the early manufacturers. Drawing on interviews with local historians and industry veterans the film provides
an overview of an industry that evolved from residential to office furniture manufacturing.
Available on DVD ONLY for $25 including shipping.
Make check payable to:
William Jamerson
121 W. Coolidge Ave
Ironwood, MI 49938
To order, send check to:
William Jamerson
121 W. Coolidge Ave
Ironwood, MI 49938
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THOSE CRAZY KHAKI KIDS: 2-CD set: Songs of the CCC
$25 (includes shipping)
This 2 CD set includes fifteen original songs and stories that capture the life and work of the CCC Boys.
Each song is preceded by a three to four-minute-long story that helps the listener understand the background of the song. Chowtime is a fun look at mealtime in the mess hall, City Slicker tells of their run ins with wild animals,
Fire Fightin' Tree Plantin' Blues describes the hardships of fighting fires and planting trees,
Saturday Night takes you on a journey into town on their favorite night and Living in a Tent in Winter captures the suffering the CCC's endured. The songs range from foot stomping jigs to heartfelt songs; they are as entertaining as they are informative. The songs are family friendly and fun to listen to on a family drive.
To order, send check to:
William Jamerson
121 W. Coolidge Ave
Ironwood, MI 49938
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Camp Forgotten – The Civilian Conservation Corps in Michigan: 60 min. c. 1993