Entry/Object ID
2025.035.001Description
Hardbound book entitled: "The Story of the Rome, Watertown and Ogdensburgh Railroad" by Edward Hungerford.
This is an historical account which traces the development and impact of the Rome, Watertown, and Ogdensburgh Railroad, emphasizing its significance to the early transportation landscape of Northern New York. The book explores the struggles, triumphs, and eventual success of this railway, highlighting the human stories and the societal transformations that accompanied its construction. The opening of the book sets the stage by recalling the historical context of transportation in Northern New York before the arrival of the railroad. It discusses the challenges faced by settlers due to poor transportation options like coach travel and early canals. The author introduces the inception of the railroad, which was a solution to the need for better connectivity and commerce in the region. The writing emphasizes the ambitious efforts of local pioneers who envisioned and fought for the railroad's establishment amidst political and financial challenges, paving the way for a transformative era in regional transportation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Cover is dark green cloth with black lettering. First page inscribed: "Pat: Think you may like to read this.. Jo + Vaughn" in ink. Book is illustrated, 269 pages.Acquisition
Accession
2025.035Source or Donor
Marylee BallouAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
In Memory of: Beverly BallouLexicon
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Railroads, TransportationSearch Terms
Rome, Watertown and Ogdensburgh Railroad, R, W & O, Watertown, Rome, Potsdam, Norwood, Ogdensburg, steamersBook Details
Author
Edward Hungerford (b,Watertown, NY)Date Published
1922Name/Title
The Story of the Rome, Watertown and Ogdensburgh Railroad