PROMISES FROM THE PALMETTO BUSH, THE GENESIS OF CARVER RANCHES, FL
In 1940 a small town was born in unincorporated Broward County by the name of Carver Ranches. Its birth was the brainchild of a group of three White businessmen who purchased 300 acres of undeveloped land full of palmetto bushes. Oddly enough, they only sold property to black folks. So you see, Carver Ranches was a planned black community from the start.
I don’t know the reason why they sold to blacks only. I do know that the early settlers met the unknown that awaited them with courage. I do know they relied on a good God, good times, and good neighbors to help them make it through the rough times.
Also, I know they left a solid foundation for us to continue to build upon.
Forty-three pioneer families share their compelling stories and treasured photographs. This documentary comes at a time of new beginnings. In 2005 Carver Ranches was combined with three other unincorporated areas, Lake Forest; Miami Gardens; and Utopia, to form the 31st city of Broward County, West Park.
Retail $40.00 (+$3.50 S&H)
THAILAND BLUES, POEMS, PHOTOS AND TALES FROM THE OTHER SIDE
Thailand is known as the Land of Smiles. Bangkok is called the City of Angels.
The enticement of it’s rich culture, distinct architecture, friendly people, Thai silk, skillful tailors, spicy food, Thai massages, non-stop shopping, and a variety of entertainment that appeals to all life styles will keep you coming back for more.
My visits to Thailand inspired the writing of this book.
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To purchase contact Cynthia Strachan
[email protected]
305-343-9403
In 1940 a small town was born in unincorporated Broward County by the name of Carver Ranches. Its birth was the brainchild of a group of three White businessmen who purchased 300 acres of undeveloped land full of palmetto bushes. Oddly enough, they only sold property to black folks. So you see, Carver Ranches was a planned black community from the start.
I don’t know the reason why they sold to blacks only. I do know that the early settlers met the unknown that awaited them with courage. I do know they relied on a good God, good times, and good neighbors to help them make it through the rough times.
Also, I know they left a solid foundation for us to continue to build upon.
Forty-three pioneer families share their compelling stories and treasured photographs. This documentary comes at a time of new beginnings. In 2005 Carver Ranches was combined with three other unincorporated areas, Lake Forest; Miami Gardens; and Utopia, to form the 31st city of Broward County, West Park.
Retail $40.00 (+$3.50 S&H)
THAILAND BLUES, POEMS, PHOTOS AND TALES FROM THE OTHER SIDE
Thailand is known as the Land of Smiles. Bangkok is called the City of Angels.
The enticement of it’s rich culture, distinct architecture, friendly people, Thai silk, skillful tailors, spicy food, Thai massages, non-stop shopping, and a variety of entertainment that appeals to all life styles will keep you coming back for more.
My visits to Thailand inspired the writing of this book.
OUT OF STOCK
To purchase contact Cynthia Strachan
[email protected]
305-343-9403