Jonathan Nichols, American Entrepreneur

About the Book

As the town of Ashland grew, the cultural identity of the town became a major contribution. Jonathan and Emma helped create many changes. They saw stage coaches give way to trains and trolley cars; gas lighting in home and theatre give way to electricity. The bicycle became a sign of change from horse and buggy. It was a period in which the Nichols lived. They were in World War I, when their son Harry went to France; their daughter died in the Influenza epidemic of 1918. The next year 1919 was happier; Harry came back from France, bringing a new wife, Nan.

About the Author

A long time resident of Media, Pennsylvania, Mr. Sharp spent much of his life guiding youth as a teacher in the Chester, Pa. school district. Together with his late wife, Marjorie, he prepared plays based on Operas that were presented live on the educational radio station. George, at age 92 continues to relate to his readers tidbits of history as he remembers it that is centered in the local areas of Chester, Upland and Media, Pennsylvania. George received his Master’s degree in education through Temple University in 1950.