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Retrospective

County history today

October 15 — 1872 — The Mayville Silver Cornet Band was organized. Like many communities in the 19th century, Mayville embraced the formation of brass bands, which became a popular form of entertainment and civic pride. — 1951 — "I Love Lucy" premiered on CBS television, starring ...

County history today

October 10 — 1823 — The Busti Post Office was established, serving the community until its discontinuation on November 15, 1907. — 1859 — The Philharmonic Society of Jamestown was formed, contributing to the local arts and cultural scene. — 1925 — The Jamestown chapter of the ...

County history today

October 9 — 1883 – The Boomertown post office was established, serving the Ashville area until its discontinuation on May 31, 1913. — 1890 — The Theosophical Society of Jamestown was organized, contributing to the spiritual and philosophical landscape of the region. — 1905 — ...

County history today

October 7 — 1859 —The Lakewood-Bentley Cemetery was dedicated, providing a final resting place for many local residents and serving as a historical landmark. — 1875 — The first of four steamboats named Jamestown tragically burned due to arson. This incident not only highlighted the ...

County history today

October 3 — 1826 — Fredonia Academy opened, establishing a foundation for education in our area. — 1884 — The Jamestown Bicycle Club was organized, reflecting the growing popularity of cycling as a pastime. — 1922 — The Union of Busti Methodist and Baptist Churches became ...

County history today

October 2 — 1875 — The steamboat Jamestown, the first of three of that name, burned at the Jamestown boat landing. — 1894 — The Fentonville depot burned, marking a loss for the local transportation infrastructure. — 1939 — Jamestown Airport was formally dedicated, enhancing ...