Go West, Young Men of Steel: W. Pigott, E.W.Wilson, & Youngstown, WA- Austintown

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Go West, Young Men of Steel: W. Pigott, E.W.Wilson, & Youngstown, WA- Austintown

When: Thursday, August 29, 2019 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Austintown Library at AU Meeting Room (Large)

Despite the many miles of industrial riverfront in the Mahoning Valley, it may have been a bit too crowded for William Pigott and Elliot Wilson.  Pursuing their interests out west, these Valley men founded significant steel and railcar manufacturing facilities in the Seattle area over one hundred years ago.  The Seattle Steel Company forged one particular neighborhood on the banks of the Duwamish River, and would be named after their former home: Youngstown.  By looking at the development of this industrial town, we may see, and be reminded of, some of the raw ingredients that made the Mahoning Valley.  In this program, Tim Seman will profile these men and highlight the interesting similarities and differences between Youngstown, Ohio and Youngstown, Washington.  Registration is required by calling the Information Services Department 330-744-8636, or online via the library’s events calendar.

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