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Immigrants Migrate
The Goodrich Neighborhood consisted of Germans, Slovenians, Lithuanians, Croatians and Polish immigrants. The expansion of Cleveland's steel production and Standard oil company drew thousands of immigrants to the Goodrich Neighborhood. In 1910 the…
Building of New Neighborhood House in Lorain, OH
Construction of Lorain Neighborhood House overseen by director Sina K. Evans
Neighborhood House
The Neighborhood House moved in 1959 to East 30th street in Lorain, OH. This is the current building.
Progressive City Song, Hiram House
This Progress Song was used and sung with children who attended the Hiram House. Hiram House was there to help children get away from their rough lives in factories and farms.
Boys Playing at Hiram House, circa early 1900's
The immigrant boys were playing at Hiram House. The small yard had wooden structures to climb on and an area to play running and racing games.
Children on Hiram House Playground, circa 1900's
The Hiram House playground with children was crowded. The makeshift wooden structures were built to keep children busy. The wooden poles were used as slides.
