![Detroit Publishing Co., Publisher. Erie Canal, Utica, N.Y. [Between 1900 and 1915] Photograph. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, .](https://mohawkvalleymuseums.us/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/IMG_3599-180x180.jpeg)
Detroit Publishing Co., Publisher. Erie Canal, Utica, N.Y. [Between 1900 and 1915] Photograph. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, Mohawk Valley History: June 10
On June 10, 1902, The Utica Observer reports on mud in the canal, along with reports from other locales in the Mohawk Valley.
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This Day in History: June 6, 1944
In the early morning hours of June 6, 1944, Americans received word that three years of concerted war efforts had finally culminated in D-day
Horydczak, Theodor, Approximately, photographer. Arlington National Cemetery. Arlington National Cemetery Amphitheater from mast of Maine. ca. 1920-ca. 1950. Photograph. Retrieved from the Library of Congress, Memorial Day
The first national celebration of the holiday took place May 30, 1868, at Arlington National Cemetery, where both Confederate and Union soldiers were buried.
On MAY 9, 1892 in the “The Jewelers Weekly”
On MAY 9, 1892, “The Jewelers Weekly” mentioned J. H. H. Vosburgh’s remarkable collection of quartz crystals.
From the Cooney Archives: On May 2, 1897, The Knights of Columbus Council was organized in Little Falls
On May 2, 1897, a council of the Knights of Columbus was organized in the old Gymnasium Hall in the McCauley Building in Little Falls.
May 2, 1906: Another Big Plant
The General Electric Company announced yesterday the awarding of contracts for the erection of another mammoth shop in Schenectady.
May 1, 1902: Straightening the Mohawk River
Interesting Account Written by One Who Worked Upon the Job at the Age of 16–No Steam Shovels in Those Days.
Federal Hall, The Seat of Congress. Amos Doolittle (1754-1832). Engraving, 1790. Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. Reproduction Number: LC-USZ62-333.George Washington’s First Inaugural Address
On April 30, 1789, George Washington delivered his first inaugural address to a joint session of Congress, assembled in Federal Hall in the nation’s new capital, New York City.
Little Falls Historical Society Museum. Photo by Mohawk Valley TodayNational Historic Marker Day
View the Little Falls Historical Society’s list of historic markers that preserve the city’s history for future generations.
Mohawk Valley History: April 26
On April 26, 1928, Hartwick College plans for opening this fall with trustees approving to hold sessions In temporary quarters.