The authors tell the story of the dream of two Irish immigrants to find a place that would allow for recreation and serve as an escape after a strenuous work week.

EXCERPT

The Moosic Lake of yesterday was a place reached only by steam train, eventually replaced by electric trolley. Equipped with this information, I began exploring some of the rail beds and maps that at one time brought campers and Scranton residents to an outing at Moosic Lake. Having been a rail fan since childhood, each new discovery wet my appetite for more information. The more I discover, however, the more I am led to the conclusion that too little has been written about this special place. Bits and pieces exist in various publications, but the history of Moosic Lake has not had the attention it deserves. With this book, I hope to rectify the situation.

AUTHOR BIO

Alan Sweeney (deceased Dec. 5, 2008), a businessman with a love of history, was President of the Lackawanna Historical Society and Chairman of the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority. He co-authored The History of Scranton for Arcadia Press (2005). He also authored a one-man play entitled “Witness at Appomattox,” in 2006. Alan is a collector of toy soldiers and Africana books.

Judy Sweeney grew up at Moosic Lake. A retired elementary school teacher for the Scranton School District, she now enjoys working for Keystone College in the Education Department. Author of a six-book series on Blending Language Skills, published by Essential Learning Products, two curriculum guides for historic venues in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and a book on Behavioral Management published by International Correspondence Schools, Judy enjoys writing and gardening. The Sweeneys reside in the Green Ridge section of Scranton, Pennsylvania and are the parents of two daughters, Rachel and Kara.