January 26
1900: A tragic event shook Fredonia as Salvatore Latona was murdered.
January 27
1860: A devastating fire destroyed Abram Frank’s tannery in Busti, with losses exceeding $3,000—an immense sum at the time.
1877: The Broadhead Mills in Jamestown began weaving operations, ...
Jan. 24
— 1900: Jamestown Gas Co.announced plans to cease operations as natural gas became the dominant energy source.
— 1953: Roger Tory Peterson Day was celebrated in Jamestown, honoring the renowned naturalist and ornithologist.
— 2011: The main lodge at Cockaigne ski resort ...
Jan. 22
— 1880: The village of Lakewood officially received its name, becoming the first location in the world with this designation. Previously, it was called Lake View and Cowings.
— 1934: City College (a precursor to Jamestown Community College) held its first night class, laying the ...
Jan. 19
— 1870: Counterfeiters were discovered operating in the area of Panama Rocks, adding to the site’s lore as a place of mystery and intrigue.
— 1960: Elizabeth Packard, widow of J. Ward Packard of the Packard Motor Company, passed away. The couple were renowned philanthropists ...
January 13
— 1838: Seven prisoners escaped from the Chautauqua County jail in Mayville during the night.
— 1872: The Dunkirk Library Association was formed, fostering literacy and education in the region.
January 14
— 1925: Early graves were discovered on West 7th Street in ...
January 5:
--- 1970: The last regular passenger train passed through Jamestown, marking the end of an era for rail travel in the region.
--- 1987: The demolition of the St. Elmo Hotel at Chautauqua Institution began, a significant change for the area’s historic landscape.
--- 2007: Darl ...