The history of Porter County goes back
several centuries. The area now known as Porter County was first
inhabited by several Indian tribes, primarily the Potawatomi. With
the formation of the state of Indiana and the establishment of
Porter County, the area grew rapidly. The natural beauty of Porter
County and its scenic freshwater lakes attracted developers who
erected several summer resorts around the lake area. Access to these
resorts was enhanced by the construction of the interurban electric
railroad, which offered visitors easy access to the area's
offerings. One of the main attractions was the water chute, of which
this book contains several photographs.
In this publication, author Larry
Eggleston traces the early history of Porter County, beginning with
the first settlers, the development of Porter County lakes and
resorts, the influence of the interurban railroad, and the
associated legends and mysteries of the area. The book covers the
lakes and resorts from Lake Michigan to the Kankakee River.
About the author
Mr. Eggleston, a native of Porter
County, is a graduate of Valparaiso High School and Indiana
University.
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