Winchester, Connecticut: A History from Founding to Flood
Winchester, Connecticut: A History from Founding to Flood

Author: Virginia Shultz-Charette

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2021

Total Pages: 176

ISBN-13: 1467144169

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Winchester and Winsted once blossomed with commerce. From cheeses that were sold to the most exclusive restaurants in major cities to tourism that proclaimed "the lake's the thing," the towns thrived. The production of clocks, clothing, knives and gold- and silver-plated coffin trimmings helped establish the region's prominence. Famous names like Rockwell, Beardsley, Boyd, Gilbert and Strong highlight the town's history, not only due to their business acumen but also because of their philanthropy. Colonel Samuel B. Horne, who earned the Medal of Honor in the Civil War, along with noteworthy journalists and artists all made their home here. And then, in 1955, disaster struck. Join local historian and author Virginia Shultz-Charette as she recounts the town's development and how the great flood changed everything.

Annals and Family Records of Winchester, Connecticut
Annals and Family Records of Winchester, Connecticut

Author: John Boyd

Publisher:

Published: 2013-03-01

Total Pages: 644

ISBN-13: 9780788421679

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This well-written history contains numerous interesting anecdotes, biographical sketches and genealogical records going well back into the early 1700s. Topics include early land titles, pioneer settlers, Indians, war records, society and customs, taxable property lists, town organization, church history, business operations, temperance reform and Masonic societies. Portraits of prominent citizens enhance the text.

Winchester
Winchester

Author: Winchester College. Archaeological Society

Publisher:

Published: 1921

Total Pages:

ISBN-13:

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The Winchester Record; 1885 The Winchester Record
The Winchester Record; 1885 The Winchester Record

Author: Winchester Historical and Genealogica

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781019497401

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This book is a comprehensive history of Winchester, Massachusetts, from its founding to the present day. It covers the town's rich cultural heritage, its political and economic development, and its notable residents and landmarks. With detailed maps and photographs, this book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of New England and the United States. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Annals and Family Records of Winchester, Connecticut
Annals and Family Records of Winchester, Connecticut

Author: John Boyd

Publisher:

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 644

ISBN-13: 9780788483462

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A well-written history with numerous interesting anecdotes, biographical sketches and genealogical records going well back into the early 1700s. Includes early land titles, pioneer settlers, Indians, war records, society and customs, taxable property lists, town organization, church history, business operations, temperance reform and Masonic societies.

Winchester: Its History, Buildings and People
Winchester: Its History, Buildings and People

Author: Winchester England Winchester College

Publisher: Franklin Classics Trade Press

Published: 2018-11-10

Total Pages: 266

ISBN-13: 9780353102392

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Winchester
Winchester

Author: Winchester College. Archaeological Society

Publisher:

Published: 1933

Total Pages:

ISBN-13:

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Winsted and Winchester
Winsted and Winchester

Author: Virginia Shultz-Charette

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 0738591599

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Winchester, a remote hilltop region of dense forests, rocky ledges, and fast-moving streams, was a wilderness when first organized in 1771. Cattle enjoyed the region's abundant grasses, and as a result, a large dairy industry emerged, evident from the tons of cheese shipped to distant markets by the 1850s. Winsted, a borough in the valley below Winchester, was incorporated in 1858 and developed into an industrial giant by the 1870s. Its strategic location on coursing streams and two extensive railroad lines enabled Winsted to manufacture and export a wide variety of goods, ranging from caskets to clocks and silk threads to wool socks. Breathtaking vistas beckoned tourists to Highland Lake, the area's recreational attraction, where they swam, sailed, and enjoyed Electric Park, referred to as "Little Coney Island." Through vintage images captured by professional photographers, Winsted and Winchester portrays the growth and transition of these communities from 1870 to 1920-- a time that was quickly lost to modernity.