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-- 1901 -- Chautauqua County's first automobile accident fatality occurred when Robert M. Johnson of Westfield lost his life.
-- 1907-- The Minerva Free Library opened in Sherman, providing a vital resource to the community.
-- 1909 -- A corporation was formed in Jamestown to manufacture Primus washing machines, bringing industrial growth to the region.
-- 1928 -- The Jamestown Consistory of the Masonic Scottish Rite was chartered, continuing a long tradition of Masonic service in the community.
-- 1955 -- The Fox Cottage, birthplace of Spiritualism, burned down after having been transported to Lily Dale in 1916.
-- 1959 -- Jamestown's new First Methodist Church opened its doors, with 3,000 attendees for the opening services.