Oct. 22:

— 1784 — The Second Treaty of Fort Stanwix was signed on this date, with the Iroquois relinquishing sovereignty over Chautauqua County and other territories. However, this was not the end of their connection to the land, as they reclaimed sovereignty through later treaties. This event marks an important chapter in Native American history and the complicated relationships between Indigenous peoples and settlers.

— 1844 — This was the date set by followers of William Miller, leader of the Second Adventist movement, who believed the world would end. Known as the “Great Disappointment” when it did not happen, the movement still had a significant following in Chautauqua County. Many Millerites later became part of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.