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Little Falls, NY

  • This day in history: September 15

    1821

    The first newspaper published in Little Falls, the “People’s Friend”, by Edward Griffing, was printed in Mechanic’s Hall on Main Street, and later at the brick house on Garden Street at the head of Mary Street.

    1843

    The boat “The Champion” left her dock at Little Falls for Troy with a mammoth load: 1944 boxes of cheese, 43 cases of cheese, 3 boxes of woolens, and 1 box of leather. The cargo weighed 150,561 pounds and the toll was $56.50.

    1885

    One of the oldest and most honored citizens of Little Falls, Judge Arphaxed Loomis, passed away. Born in 1798 in Connecticut, he moved to to Salisbury as a young boy in 1803. Long prominent in local affairs, he ranked among the foremost men in the State, and was an acknowledged leader in shaping its course as the Empire State. Arphaxed Loomis, is remembered most for his successful efforts in forcing the Ellice Estate to sell their holdings in Little Falls. He was village president (1831-1836,) County Judge, member of the NYS Assembly, and member of Congress. He built his home at 676 East Main Street in 1832.

    1901

    A memorial service for all churches in the city was held for President William McKinley at the Skinner Opera House. McKinley had been assassinated nine days earlier in Buffalo, New York.

    1982

    New officers were installed for the Little Falls Bocce League. Charlie Raiello, Ugo Taverni, and John Casullo took over the reins from Lou Colangelo and Paul Terenzetti.  The local bocce ball courts are located at the Veterans Memorial Park complex.

    2010

    A flotilla enroute to Rochester for the 2010 World Canals Conference stopped in Little Falls today. The flotilla is made up of pleasure and tour boats, as well as several historic and operational vessels from the New York State Canal Corporation.

  • Many thanks to Louie Baum for his research for This Day in History.

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    • Little Falls African American History
    • Little Falls Diamonds Collection
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    • Little Falls and Women’s Suffrage
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    • Massacre at the Little Falls Grist Mill
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    Benton Hall Academy

    June 12, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    A community begins and ends with its children, this is particularly true in Little Falls, as well as small towns across America.

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    Little Falls City Hall

    June 12, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    City Hall stands out among the architecture of downtown Little Falls and is a testament to the spirit and community of Little Falls.

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    Civil War Soldier

    June 12, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    The Brave Defenders monument has stood proudly here since 1877, serving as a reminder of the loyal citizens of Little Falls who waged war against the Confederacy. 

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    Gettysburg Address Monument

    June 7, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    In February of 1861, hundreds of residents gathered at the train station here in Little Falls to catch a glimpse of a lanky, bearded Midwesterner.

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    Loomis-Burrell House

    June 7, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    Welcome to the Loomis-Burrell House, situated at 676 East Main Street, built in 1832 by Judge Arphaxed Loomis.

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    Richard Ray Ward House

    June 7, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    Welcome to the Richard Ray Ward House, located at 721 East Main Street. Built in 1860, this Italianate style house showcases a flat roof that was popular during its time.

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    Rotary Park

    Rotary Park

    June 7, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    Located on the Mohawk River, Little Falls, like most cities and towns built along New York’s rivers, relies heavily on their waters.

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    Stone Crusher Buildings

    June 7, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    Along the former and present railroad tracks which run parallel to the Mohawk River are two stone crusher buildings, each built in 1906.

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    The Tragedy at Taylor Driving Park

    June 7, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    The Taylor Driving Park was a bustling and popular attraction that offered a variety of entertainment options for visitors.

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    The Old Bank Building

    The Old Bank Building: Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    June 6, 2023/by Little Falls Historical Society Museum

    Little Falls, New York, once the cheese capital of the world, is now a town filled with rich history on every street.

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