| Author |
Halsey, Francis W. (Francis Whiting), 1851-1919 |
| Author |
Halsey, Gaius Leonard, 1819-1891 |
| Title |
The pioneers of Unadilla village, 1784-1840 : and, Reminiscences of village life and of Panama and California from 1840 to 1850
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| Original Publication |
Unadilla: Vestry of St. Matthew's Church, 1902.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Pioneers of Unadilla Village, 1784-1840" by Francis Whiting Halsey is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the early history and development of Unadilla, a village located in New York, through the lives and experiences of its first settlers, or pioneers. The text provides valuable insights into the social, economic, and cultural aspects of village life during the period leading up to and following its founding. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by discussing the landscape of the Susquehanna Valley before the establishment of the village. It describes the arrival of white settlers in the region, the impact of the Revolutionary War, and the resurgence of settlement after the war ended in 1784. The narrative introduces key figures among the early settlers, their motivations for moving to Unadilla, and highlights the foundational elements that contributed to the growth of the village, such as the development of mills, farms, and local commerce. It establishes a historical context that promises to explore both the trials and triumphs of those who shaped the community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F106: United States local history: Atlantic coast. Middle Atlantic States
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| LoC Class |
F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States
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| LoC Class |
F1561: Latin America local history: Panama
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| Subject |
California -- Gold discoveries
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| Subject |
Panama -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Unadilla (N.Y.) -- History
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| Subject |
Unadilla (N.Y.) -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74834 |
| Release Date |
Dec 3, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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