Canastota in Madison County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Lewis Adamo
Photographed by Howard C. Ohlhous, October 21, 2017
1. Lewis Adamo Marker
Killed At This Location On
June 5 1950 While Directing
Traffic
Erected by Village of Canastota.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Law Enforcement. A significant historical date for this entry is June 5, 1950.
Location. 43° 4.689′ N, 75° 45.105′ W. Marker is in Canastota, New York, in Madison County. It is at the intersection of Center Street and South Peterboro Street (County Route 13), on the right when traveling west on Center Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Canastota NY 13032, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York, specifically in Central New York, and in the Syracuse Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, New Netherland, and one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Bruno Building (here, next to this marker); The Rapasadi Building (a few steps from this marker); Historic Building (a few steps from this marker); The Delano Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Lenox Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); American Legion Korean and Vietnam Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Historic Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Great Auto Race (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Canastota.
More about this marker
this page online
Regarding Lewis Adamo.
Canastota Loses a Faithful Servant
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The Village of Canastota lost a faithful servant in the tragic accident Monday which snuffed out the life of Asst. Police Chief Louis Adamo.
The Asst. Police Chief was known and greeted as "Louie" by the countless friends he made in the course of his official duties. He served on the force from Sept. of 1943, giving unstintingly of his time in the interest of his department and his home town.
During his live, Louis Adamo exemplified the highest traits of citizenship and industry. He was one of the fortunate few persons who had no "enemies." His life was one of service and his memory will be cherished.
The Village pays tribute today to a departed faithful servant.
via Officer Down Memorial page, unknown
2. Assistant Chief Louis Adamo, Canastota Police Department, New York
End of Watch Monday, June 5, 1950
Also see . . . Louis Adamo. Find A Grave website entry (Submitted on November 7, 2017, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York.)
Additional keywords. Louis Adamo Lewis Adamo
Photographed by Howard C. Ohlhous, October 21, 2017
3. Lewis Adamo Marker
Photographed by Mira Earls, May 3, 2026
4. Louis Adamo Marker as of today 03 May 2026
Photographed by Mira Earls
5. Louis Adamo Marker wide view as it stands today 03 May 2026
Photographed by Mira Earls
6. Louis Adamo Marker as of today 03 May 2026
Credits. This page was last revised on May 4, 2026. It was originally submitted on November 7, 2017, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York. This page has been viewed 613 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 7, 2017, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York. 2. submitted on June 4, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 3. submitted on November 7, 2017, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York. 4, 5, 6. submitted on May 3, 2026, by Mira Earls of Cortland, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
