This day in Mohawk Valley History: September 19, 1929
The Cobleskill Index from September 19, 1929 headline reads “Plan New System For Marking The State Highways.”
Remembering September 11, 2001
The September 11 attacks, commonly known as 9/11, were four coordinated Islamist suicide terrorist attacks carried out by al-Qaeda against the United States on Tuesday, September 11, 2001.
Labor Day in the Mohawk Valley
The first Monday in September is often associated with the end of summer and barbecues, but the history of Labor Day has its roots in the labor movement.
This day in Mohawk Valley History: September 6, 1901
The September 6, 1901 Gloversville Daily Leader reports on the Local Record.
FIGURE 2.14 Horace Burch–Ford Trask Home. Photograph © Elizabeth Spraker.Horace Burch – Ford Trask Home
The Horace Burch–Ford Trask Home would have stood out immediately—not because of elaborate decoration, but because of its broad proportions, balanced façade, and strong classical presence.
Late 19th century map of Moreland (Park). Photo courtesy of the Little Falls Historical Society.THE HERMIT OF BURWELL HILL POSTHUMOUS
Two known pieces of Frances Ledyard Haun published literature were: “Auld Lang Syne”, a short story with the main character being Dudley Burwell, known as the Hermit of Burwell Hill.
Jumbo entertains Little Falls
On Tuesday, Aug. 22, 1882, Little Falls played host to a 12-foot tall, 6½ ton entertainer, whose reach extended 26 feet from the ground.
FIGURE 2.12 The First Schoolhouse. Photograph © Elizabeth Spraker.The First Schoolhouse
Imagine Church Street in the closing years of the eighteenth century, when Little Falls was still a small settlement
FIGURE 2.10 James Sanders Home. Photograph © Elizabeth Spraker.James Sanders Home
Imagine Garden Street in 1827, when Little Falls was beginning to feel the effects of canal construction, new commerce, and a growing population.
FIGURE 2.6 Nathaniel Benton Home. Photograph © Elizabeth Spraker.Nathaniel Benton Home
Learn about the Nathaniel Benton Home at 534 Garden Street, Little Falls, New York – A Federal Residence with Greek Revival Enhancements