Gary's East Side is a nostalgic look back at one of the Steel City's
oldest neighborhoods. Through a captivating collection of photographs
that chronicle the many aspects of life on the east side of Gary, the
book presents the rich history of the community from 1906, the year of
Gary's founding, to the present.
From the steel mills to the churches to Gary's City Hall, Gary's East
Side offers a touching look at this close-knit community. The east side
of Gary was a place where people knew their neighbors, where children
went to school together, and married high school sweethearts. The area
has changed, but a new Gary is emerging. Gary's East Side presents the
history of this area in poignant detail and points to the heartening
future. Author John Trafny's skillful compilation promises to bring back
fond memories of this historic neighborhood.