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		AMERICA'S FIRST TRAINS ^Votes:0 R ailways as they were in the years until 1935 AMERICA'S FIRST TRAINS Their Origins and Early Developments TO understand the early trend of railway development in America we must first glance at the origins of American transport in general. The pioneers who built the first railways in the States were confronted by difficulties?political, social, and topographical?bearing little relation to those which their contemporaries in Britain were called upon to face. Viewed in its true perspective, the story of what these pioneers achieved is one of the most inspiring chapters in the history of America. At the dawn of the nineteenth century the population of what then constituted the United States was still largely concentrated in territory lying along the Atlantic seaboard. To the west ros Read More Go to Site


		Beaver Island History from the Beaver Island Historical Society ^Votes:0 Design by Island Design 2007 Museum Week Schedule (PDF) [ A Brief History of Beaver Island \| Historic Places \| Early Settlers ] [ The Museums \| Books & Maps \| Newsletters \| Membership ] Board of Trustees Officers President: John Runberg Vice-President: Alvin LaFreniere Secretary: Kathy Ruis Trustees Ron Stith Laraine Dawson Barry Pischner Dan Wardlow Doug Hartle Honorary Board Members Phil Gregg Rod Nackerman Director William Cashman Volunteer Coordinator Joyce Bartels A General Overview of Beaver Island's History Beaver Island as we know it first appeared out of the ice eleven thousand years ago. Since then, its form has changed considerably because of the rise and fall of Lake Michigan, which has ranged over a differential of 375'. The Lake dropped to a very low level about 8,000 years a Read More Go to Site

		Castle Valley ^Votes:0 Early History of Castle Valley Courtesy of Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Like most of Utah, Castle Valley abounds in history ?ancient and modern. Prehistoric Indians knew its castles and steeples; its sandstone cliffs. Trail blazers and trappers such as Wolfskill, Robideaux, Gervais, Provost, Sublette, Fitzpatrick, Fremont and Kit Carson traversed it. And there were those who tarnished it: Butch Cassidy, Elza Lay, Matt Warner and others. While surveying for a railroad route, Lieut. J. W. Gunnison came through the area and fixed his name on a butte and a valley, and later John W. Powell saw its grandeur via the mighty Green River. Powell immortalized much of Utah's most spectacular country in his report of this journey, and he did not slight Castle Valley:" . . . Extensive sand plains exte Read More Go to Site

		Early Massachusetts Settlement ^Votes:0 Early Massachusetts Settlement Puiritans Going to Church From: A Brief History of the United States Copyright 1871, 1879, 1880, 1885 A. S. Barnes & Company, New York and Chicago Text passages and other images are from : A Pictorial History of America; Embracing Both the Northern and Southern Portions of The New World ILLUSTRATED WITH MORE THAN THREE HUNDRED ENGRAVINGS. by S. G. Goodrich; Hartford: Published by House & Brown, 1848 Note: To the best of my knowledge, the following material has not been republished since 1848, and as such, resides in the public domain. Interested readers are welcome to download the file, in it's entirety, for personal use only. Transcribed and submitted by Ellen Pack Chapters XXXVIII & XXXIX In the year 1602, Captain Bartholomew Gosnold made a voyage to New En Read More Go to Site

		Early Settlers ^Votes:0 The earliest records of settlement in this area come from a list of those persons who bought government land. The following is reprinted from J.D. Ford's "History of Moniteau County',' published in 1936: Early Land Buyers "The following buyers entered government land in Moniteau County prior to 1840 as shown by the records. Township 45, Range 17; (west end of county, vicinity of Tipton) Benjamin Gist, John Kelly, Charles Wood, John White, Trustram Adair and Trustram Fisher, John R. Chenault, Moses Carpenter, James S. McGunter, James Donaldson Leo Arnold, Snowden Tivis Hezekiah Hogue, William Karkpatrick, Thomas W. Nelson, Stephen Howard, John B. Sortore, John Ingraham, Aaron McPherson, William Scott, John McPherson, William K. Wood, Thomas J. Doughitt, Jonathan Huff, Russell Smal Read More Go to Site

		Early Times in Clinton County ^Votes:0 \| Preface \| Top \| Map \| Card \| Surf \| Family \| Life \| Forestry \| Computers \| \| Previous Page \| HISTORY- TOUR \| Next Page \| Early Times in Clinton County These excerpts are from the two volume set of books, "Early Times in Clinton County", published by Jack Ferguson of Albany, Kentucky in 1986 and 1993. The 2nd volume is now available at Ferguson Brothers on Cross Street in Albany, phone (606) 387-5184. The third volume will be published later in 1996. Mr. Ferguson began researching the history of Clinton County when he was a teen-ager and carried on this work for the last 60 years. Jack Ferguson The First School in Clinton County Slavery in Clinton County The Legend of the Mayflower Pot Life on the Farm - in the early part of the 19th century The War of 1812 The Sinking Ship A Tragic Death Read More Go to Site

		Early Times in Clinton County ^Votes:0 \| Preface \| Top \| Map \| Card \| Surf \| Family \| Life \| Forestry \| Computers \| \| Previous Page \| HISTORY- TOUR \| Next Page \| Early Times in Clinton County These excerpts are from the two volume set of books, "Early Times in Clinton County", published by Jack Ferguson of Albany, Kentucky in 1986 and 1993. The 2nd volume is now available at Ferguson Brothers on Cross Street in Albany, phone (606) 387-5184. The third volume will be published later in 1996. Mr. Ferguson began researching the history of Clinton County when he was a teen-ager and carried on this work for the last 60 years. Jack Ferguson The First School in Clinton County Slavery in Clinton County The Legend of the Mayflower Pot Life on the Farm - in the early part of the 19th century The War of 1812 The Sinking Ship A Tragic Death Read More Go to Site

		EyeWitness to History ^Votes:0 EyeWitness has a new location: eyewitnesstohistory.com You will transferred to our new site in a few seconds. Please bookmark the new location for future reference! Read More Go to Site

		History of Embroidery in America ^Votes:0 ( History of Embroidery in America History of Embroidery in America, the earliest years. What kinds of embroidery did your mother, grandmother, great-grand relations do? Did they enjoy it, hate it, have to do it, or look forward to the time they would have to spend with a needle? Embroidery is the thread that connects women through all the centuries of our history, no matter how much our lifestyles change. We have always shared that passion, or at times, the necessity. Needlework has been represented in and throughout history in some form or other. The likes and attitudes of the current time give way, or make way, for changes and innovations in design and technique. Many forms of embroidery reappear, in some form or other, and unfortunately, some die out, but all or almost all have left th Read More Go to Site

		Marshall County Illinois History and Genealogy ^Votes:0 Welcome to Marshall County Illinois History and Genealogy Updated August 27, 2007 Hi, my name is Nancy Piper and I am the host for Putnam, Bureau, LaSalle and Marshall Counties. My ancestors came to Illinois over 150 years ago and settled in the tiny village of Florid, which is no longer even a name on a map. I've always been a "history buff" and these pages let me help share the world my "findings". On these pages you will find the information pertaining to the history of Marshall County. Our goal is to have available free of charge as much information as possible and will be adding continuously to these pages, so check back often. Illinois Trails is now part of the Genealogy Trails project. If you are interested in hosting a county, state or just donating new information that you feel wo Read More Go to Site

		MOUNTAIN MEN AND THE FUR TRADE ^Votes:0 This website is an on-line Research Center devoted to the history, traditions, tools, and mode of living, of the trappers, explorers, and traders known as the Mountain Men. About this Project. Library - Books on the Mountain Men, including their Diaries, Narratives, and Letters. Archive - Fur Trade Era Business Records. Gallery - Artwork of the Fur Trade era, Portraits of Mountain Men, maps and other images. Museum - Pictures and information on Period Artifacts. Bibliographical Resources. Miscellaneous Items of Interest. Search this Web Site for Keywords. E-Mail Discussion Group Links to Related Sites. What's New. This web site is sponsored by members of the American Mountain Men. Read More Go to Site

		Nebraska Pioneer Reminiscences - Contents ^Votes:0 NEGenWeb Project Resource Center On-Line Library MARDOS Collection NEBRASKA PIONEER REMINISCENCES Illustrations List CONTENTS SOME FIRST THINGS IN THE HISTORY OF ADAMS COUNTY 11 By GEORGE F. WORK EARLY EXPERIENCES IN ADAMS COUNTY 18 By GENERAL ALBERT V. COLE FRONTIER TOWNS 22 By FRANCIS M. BROOME HISTORICAL SKETCH OF BOX BUTTE COUNTY 25 BY IRA E. TASH BROKEN AXLE 27 By SAMUEL C. BASSETT PIONEER NEBRASKA TEACHER 30 By MRS. ISABEL ROSCOE EXPERIENCES OF A PIONEER WOMAN 32 By MRS. ELISE G. EVERETT RECOLLECTIONS OF WEEPING WATER 36 By I. N. HUNTER INCIDENTS AT PLATTSMOUTH 41 By ELLA POLLOCK MINOR FIRST THINGS IN CLAY COUNTY 43 By MRS. CHARLES M. BROWN REMINISCENCES OF CUSTER COUNTY 46 BY MRS. J. J. DOUGLAS AN EXPERIENCE 50 BY MRS. HARMON BROSS LEGEND OF CROW BUTTE 51 BY DR. ANNA ROBINSON CROSS Read More Go to Site

		Pioneer Life in Ohio ^Votes:0 Pioneer Life in Ohio Pioneer Life in Ohio Pioneer Food & Medicines New-Comers The Strong Survive Pioneer Food and Medicines The following is taken from a Schroer family history, written by Anna E. Schroer, and is a description of farm life in Auglaize County in the mid 1800's. An apple orchard of fifteen to twenty trees was considered a must for each farmer. Apples were mostly used for eating out of hand as a snack any time of day. They were stewed or baked or used for making cider to drink or for making vinegar. 'Dried apples' were made and mostly eaten by the children of the family. Bushels of apples were used to make the year's supply of 20 to 25 or more gallons of apple butter, the making of which meant gathering 20 to 30 bushels of good cider apples. These were then taken to the cider Read More Go to Site

		Remembering With Love ^Votes:0 web hosting domain names photo sharing The log cabin shown above was erected by my ancestors when they first came to Nebraska in 1870s. It stood for many years, as a reminder to them of what it was like. This was their second home the first one being a dugout to get them through the winter till they could build. For a wonderful letter written by Alonzo Monk who moved here as a young lad with his family telling of their life please click here. You will most assuredly get a different picture of the Victorian Era as he tells of his life for a span covering several years from the 1870's through early 1900s. To Read The Letter Please Click Here I love it too, that image we have of the ?Victorian Era?. Willowy women rushing to and fro with their parasols blousing in the wind, dainty waists a Read More Go to Site

		Rugby Bed Breakfast Inn Tennessee Lodging Accommodation TN Big South Fork National Park ^Votes:0 1st Traveler's Choice Travel and Lodging Directory of Bed and Breakfast, Country Inns, and Small Hotels. Newbury House at Historic Rugby Bed and Breakfast 5517 Rugby Highway (Hwy. 52) Rugby, Tennessee 37733 (423) 628-2441 Toll Free: (888) 214-3400 Fax: (423) 628-2266 Email: rugbylegacy@highland.net Newbury House Website Email a Friend DETAILS: Newbury House at Historic Rugby Bed and Breakfast for rates, reservation information, and directions Newbury House Website Other Bed and Breakfast, Country Inns, and Small Hotels on 1st Traveler's Choice Tennessee Lodging Directory North America Lodging Directory Virtual Cities Newbury House at Historic Rugby Bed and Breakfast 5517 Rugby Highway (Hwy. 52) Rugby, TN 37733 (423) 628-2441 Toll Free: (888) 214-3400 Fax: (423) 628-2266 Email 1880's settle Read More Go to Site

		See How America Grew ^Votes:0 See How America Grew [ Home ] [ See How America Grew ] [ Village Map ] [ Virtual Tour ] [ What people say ] [ Calendar ] [ Nebraska's Sandhill Cranes ] [ More Pioneer Village & Minden information. ] [ Frequently Asked Questions ] [ Tell a Friend About Pioneer Village ] See How America Grew Over the main building entrance to the Pioneer Village are these words: For thousands of years man lived quite simply. Then like a sleeping giant, our world awakened. In a mere 120 years of eternal time, man progressed from open hearths, grease lamps, and oxcarts to television, super-sonic speed and atomic power . If you are a history buff, take exit #279 off of Interstate 80 and drive 12 miles straight south to Minden, Nebraska. Here within 20 acres, are over 50,000 pieces of Americana in 26 buildings. Read More Go to Site

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		Trail of the 49ers - Central Nevada Emmigrant Trail Assoc. ^Votes:0 This is the World-Wide Web homepage for the Central Nevada Emigrant Trail Association (CNETA), headquartered in Battle Mountain Nevada. The Central Nevada Emigrant Trails Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating the local community and the general public about the history of the Emigrant (or California) Trail across Nevada, through the establishment of an interpretive center in Battle Mountain, community events and special programs for the local schools. Last Update: 2/04/2001 PLEASE NOTE The CNETA Interpretive Center in Battle Mountain, Nevada, will be closing effective April 1, 2001. It shall be moving to an as yet unnamed new location. Further information on the new location and a future reopening date shall be posted here once that determination has been made. Wh Read More Go to Site

		Walden Early Settlers ^Votes:0 Walden, Vermont Early Settlers-Alphabetical listing Excerpted from: " A History of Walden, Vermont" compiled by the History Committee. Sponsored by the Walden Public Library. 1986. Revised 1990. Library of Congress catalog card number: 86 - 82289 Produced by Greenhills Books, Randolph Center, Vermont 05061 Permission for use on this page by Elizabeth Hatch, Chairwoman, The History Committee. The book ($16.00 U.S. plus s & h) may be purchased from the Walden Town Clerk: Walden Town Clerk RR #1, Box 57 W. Danville, VT 05873 A History of Walden, Vermont Chapter 3 Segments from pp 26 - 40 Early Settlement - Early Settlers Walden was named after an officer in General Moses Hazen's command, who was left in charge of the blockhouse on the Bayley-Hazen Military Road in Walden in the wint Read More Go to Site

		Women of the West--Last updated 07/14/01 ^Votes:0 Women of the West And Every Day Life Along the Trail Annie Oakley She could shoot the head off a running quail when she was twelve years old. The Ballad of Belle Starr Belle Starr, Belle Starr, With a bullet in your back, Are you lyin' there a-wishin' That you'd never joined that pack? Belle Starr From 1875 to 1880, Belle was the undisputed leader of a band of cattle-and horse-thieves. Here's a biography and lyrics of the Woodie Guthrie song about her. Belle Starr: The Bandit Queen Neither a "belle" nor the "star" of any outlaw band...still she remains a legendary wild woman of the Old West. Black Women of the West "(Black) women of the West were devoted mothers, daughters or wives burdened by their labors and often oppressed by bigotry. They were loyal to their families, churches and comm Read More Go to Site

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