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出版Arcadia Publishing, 2011
主題History / United States / State & Local / Middle Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA)
ISBN07385765659780738576565
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=rzXyHomAIT4C&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋Lake Ronkonkoma, located in the center of Long Island, became

a summer destination for wealthy New Yorkers with the arrival of

the railroad in 1843. Luxurious hotels were built around the lakeshore

during the 1890s to attract visitors. People would utilize the sparkling

waters of the lake for boating, fishing, and swimming. At night, hotel

guests could dance, gamble in the casino, and enjoy sumptuous meals.

By the 1920s, as more people could afford automobiles, beach pavilions

began decorating the shoreline of Lake Ronkonkoma. Thousands of

people were flocking to this summer paradise. Canoeing, camping,

dancing to live music, beauty contests, and fireworks entertained

visitors. The area continued to grow in popularity until World War II

when gas rationing limited travel. By the 1950s, Lake Ronkonkoma

had become a town populated by year-round residents.