August 1:

— 1863: The Jamestown Union School Board of Education was organized, setting the foundation for the town’s educational system.

— 1879: The Chautauqua Institution was connected to Mayville by telegraph just before this date, improving communication.

— 1879: Chapin Hall of Busti hired Clarence Gifford to install the first telephone and line in Busti to his business in Jamestown, completed by this date.

— 1881: The Allen Opera House in Jamestown burned down, a significant loss for the local arts community.

— 1915: The Lakewood Volunteer Fire Department took possession of the first motorized fire truck in New York State, a significant upgrade for local emergency services.

— 1926: The Third Street Bridge in Jamestown opened, further enhancing the city’s infrastructure.

— 1927: Charles Lindbergh flew over Jamestown and dropped a greeting, thrilling local residents.

— 1942: Westfield Hospital opened, expanding healthcare services in the area.

— 1974: The first flight of Chautauqua Airlines, a commuter service, took place with 11 passengers on board.

— 1987: Bigelow’s Department Store in Jamestown closed, marking the end of an era for the local retail scene.