First Settler's Canoe Journey Sparks Syracuse's Birth
A 1786 voyage up Onondaga Lake by Ephraim Webster marked the start of Syracuse. Settlers Dan forth Tyler and Asa Ged Poles arrived later, building farms, salt works, and a trading post near the Longhouse. The town evolved from Salina to a village by 1825, with canals and growth shaping central New York.
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Salina Puere
John Danfort
Jeremiah Gould
Isaac van Vleck
Thomas Overman
Shyon Phares
Elisha al
Ak Lock
Orville
Ais
John Young
Onondaga Hi
Early Lawyer Thaddeus Wood of Onondaga Valley
Thaddeus M. Wood, acid-tongued early lawyer and landowner, built one of Onondaga County’s first law offices in Onondaga Valley in 1794, paired with George Hall before a split over partnership assets. A Democrat, Wood held local office as surrogate in 1800 and rose through militia ranks to brigadier general by 1815. His land holdings exceeded 1090 acres across Onondaga Valley, Manlius, Liverpool, Salina, and more, with a later legacy clouded by a complex will and substantial real estate holdings. He died January 6, 1785, survived by his wife, Siren Petty Danforth Word.
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Thaddeus M. Wood
Ononidaga Valley
Comfort Yfeler
Syracuse Company
Tenox
Mass
Dartmouth College
Joseph Kurkland
Utica
Onondaga
George Hall
Onondaga Valley
Hall & Wood
Joshua Forman
William H. Sabin
Thaddeus Wood
Woods
Hall
Thaddeus Woods
Wood
Bismultasain
Benajah Byington
de~ Wit Chater
Jacksonun
Hichon
Onondama
Dirck Lansing
Keeral
OsvecRo
Sackets Harbor
Tullery
Nourgense
Onondaca Vailey
Manlius
Liverpool
Salina
Onondaga Vailey
Agricultural Society
Spd
Samived
Petty
Danforth
Mae
Aa Danforth
Only Church House Amid Coastal Links Stands Erected
A house of worship in Marcelies village noted for its solitary role as the sole meeting place between New Hartford and the Pacific Coast. The structure symbolized a long standing connection across the region, reflecting historic ties and communal gatherings.
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R Marcelies
New Hartford
Pacific Coast
Dwelling Dates From Stone Age
Stockholm report discusses dating techniques for Stone Age dwellings in southern Sweden. The article notes methods used to determine when structures were built and abandoned, with emphasis on the archaeological context and preservation of ancient sites.
Canal Home Views Draw Builders In Syracuse
Syracuse builders valued Erie Canal vistas for homes with wide verandas and riverine sights. Maj Moses D Burnet chose Townsend Street heights to watch packet boats while entertaining guests after dinner. Later a railroad view added a further dividend as trains rolled by.
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Aly
Syracuse
Erie Canal
Maj
Moses D. Burnet
Dames and Townsend Sts
Burnet
Burnets
Water St
Clinton Square
Henry Raynor
Salina Village History and Early Auto Show Details
The piece covers Salina’s 1824 incorporation, early village finances with a $250 tax warrant, and 138.08 allowed spending in year one. It recalls Syracuse’s first auto show in 1905 by Amex-Pierce Auto Co., featuring Pope Toledo and Oldsmobile models, 410000 attendees, and a large lighted display. It notes subsequent auto shows and civic history, including Lord Tweedsmuir and detective fiction references.
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Salina
Syracuse
C. le Amos
Harry Pierce
Amex-Pierce Auto Company
Bigsell
State St
Pope Toledo
Stevens-Duryea
Peerless
Pape Tribune
Oldsmobile
Columbia
Columbia Electric
Waverly Electric
Disalay
Madison Square Garden
Whitman
H. Redfield
Huntington Crouse
K. Carter
Samuel Heron
A. Smith
Ephraim S. Durfee
Reuben St. John
William Clark
Parking Law Hits Railroads Here
A city ordinance dating June 24, 18397 imposes a ten dollar penalty on leaving a railroad car on Washington Street east of the creek for more than six hours. If unpaid, the car may be removed and sold at public auction to cover removal costs.
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Washington St
Early Intolerance Halted by Debate in Syracuse 1547 48
In winter 1547 48 Syracuse faced sectarian prejudice, but a series of debates at the Granger block public hall brought together Deunla Mc Carthy, future state senator, and Dr. James Forau, a leading physician, with clergy and lay Protestants on the platform. The discussions helped dispel prior religious intolerance.
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Syracuse
Deunla McCarthy
James Forau
Clerty
Watchdog Barring Salvage in Eugene Drift
A clipped clipping from the Eugene area describes a watchdog salvage incident, noting a Martel 70 designation and referencing Nome of Bri in an undercover tone. The report hints at overreach by the watchdog and an unusual overlap with local salvage efforts.
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Eugene
Ore
Martel
INS
Fire Thwarts Efforts to Rescue Furniture and Pets
A report describes a fire incident at a residence where residents including Mr and Mrs Carter and nearby neighbors attempted to save household furnishings and a watchdog amid rising flames. The fire disrupted the home while neighbors and unknown bystanders sought to assist and prevent further damage.
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John Carter
Smith
Lng
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Camne
Ephraim Webster
Onondaga Creek
Onondaga Lake
Onondaga River
Sugaayisjgavi
Ephralm Webster
Quondaga
Webster
Wentier
Onondagas
Comfort Tyler
Asa L Danforth
Asa Jr
Montgomery
Tyler
Owendiga Valley
Indiana
Abraham van Vieck
Albion Jackson
Yates
Waskington and
Montromers Sts
Tonendasa
Gradae
Syracuseecame
Land Nyer
Jackson
Aveva
Beecham Pressut
Berchamp
Bercham
Stockholm
Moncarn
Sweden
IML Gang
Atfirst Auto
Eesenaeeenaceres
SY Salina
Fisher Curtiss
C. Rossiter
James Shankland
Jonathan R. Beach
H. H. Franklin Company
Alhaimbra
Kent
Syracuse Automobile ‘Dealers’ Association
New York State Armor
Ashbell Kellose
Lord Tweedsmuir
Tach
Barrie
Ont
Tweedamuir
Governor- Milage Cemetery
Wan Pur General
Canada
Lord Theedsmuir
John Buchan
Jebiel Clark
Cazenoy
Adia
Margaret Ann Read
Dancing Masters of America
Family Thrift Service
Centiatte Ory
Sears, Roebuck's
Virkler
Oneida Dairy Products
Onondaga Street
Warren Street
James Street
Wirkler
New York State
Chimes
State Tower
Falace Theater
Wm Beg
Philo
Richard E. Wagener
Dick Wagener
Katharine Aldridge
Shane Eely
Harry L. White
Dorothy Temple
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