Title
Document Type
Definition Essay
Publication Date
1995
Excerpt
Have you ever been called a "Yellow Hammer" or even heard the term "Hammer?" Chances are you haven't and have no idea what I'm talking about. Well, let me enlighten you. As it is true for many towns, my hometown of Wilmington, Illinois, has an extensive history. Part of that history created a unique term known (I'm sure) by each of the 4,400 people of Wilmington as well as others in surrounding communities. Unfortunately, "Yellow Hammer" carries a very negative connotation that reflects badly on Wilmington, despite the fact that the lifestyles and stereotypes of the original Yellow Hammers are purely historic. They have no bearing on Wilmington today. In fact, Wilmington has a lot of things to be proud of. It's a great town and a wonderful place to grow up.
Recommended Citation
Catlin, Rebecca, "Yellow Hammer (1995)" (1995). The Valpo Core Reader. 254.
http://scholar.valpo.edu/core_reader/254