1902 Flood destroyed wooden bridge
1903 Camelback Parker Truss Bridge built by Groton Bridge Works at a cost of $6,360.00.
1952 Wooden floor replaced with iron grating
1990 "Grandparents of the Future" chained themselves to the bridge in . . . — — Map (db m75913) HM
1902 Flood destroyed wooden bridge 1903 Camelback Parker Truss Bridge built by Groton Bridge Works at a cost of $6,360.00. 1952 Wooden floor replaced with iron grating 1990 "Grandparents of the Future" chained themselves to the bridge in protest . . . — — Map (db m75916) HM
Here in 1782 Major Moses Van Campen, a soldier of the Revolution, captured by the Senecas, keepers of the Western Door of the Iroquois Confederacy, ran the gauntlet thirty rods west to their ancient council house, which is now preserved in . . . — — Map (db m157328) HM
This building was originally known as the First Presbyterian Church of Centerville. Church members purchased this lot in 1858 and began construction of the church, completing it in 1859 at a cost of $3,000. — — Map (db m75936) HM
On this site, the Town of Hume dedicated its World War II Honor Roll in 1943. The use of this area was donated in memory of Robert L. “Bob” and Vonda L. Sylor Bower. The History Club – 2004 — — Map (db m157323) WM
The last one of the Seneca Tribe of Indians that lived in the Town of Caneadea, N.Y. was buried here. His wife died some years before his death. He died March 23, 1864. He said he was 120 years old. — — Map (db m155771) HM
In gratitude to the men of Houghton College who gave their lives for god and country in World War II
1941 — 1946
Bennett, Richard T. U.S.A.A.F.
Danner, Robert M. U.S.A.
Dayton, Warren T. U.S.A.A.F.
Ferchen, Walter F. N.A.F. . . . — — Map (db m157098) WM
albert andrews benjamin f. andrews charles b. alfred daniel blake col. lyasander burr fred a. burr henry l. bigelow hugh p. bennett andrew banister milford butler crandall bacon beerly bacon benson bacon columbus balcom . . . — — Map (db m157247) WM
Here was located
the house in which
Willard-J-Houghton
was born July 19, 1825
The foundation stones of this
house form the cross in this
memorial which was erected
by the Class of 1925, the first to
graduate from Houghton . . . — — Map (db m155776) HM
Hanging Bog is a man-made pond built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's on then federally owned land. In 1962 Hanging Bog was transferred to New York State. The pond is referred to as Hanging Bog because of its unique mat of floating . . . — — Map (db m86561) HM
1627 Seneca Oil Spring 1927 Forms the first chapter in the development of the petroleum industry in America - a gigantic world enterprise transforming modern life. 1627 Oil in American continent first recorded in this region by the Franciscan . . . — — Map (db m86604) HM
Stands a monument marking the site of the first commercial well in the Richburg Oil Field. Completed April 27, 1881. This marker was erected by local oil producers and the site provided by the Richburg Board of Education. — — Map (db m88333) HM
The area around Scio was first settled around 1805 by Joseph Knight, a minuteman in the American Revolution. Knights Creek, which flows into the Genesee River near Scio, is named for him. Before getting its final name, Scio was called Bloods Corner . . . — — Map (db m175123) HM
David A Howe, born in West Almond, was raised in Wellsville and attended Dickenson Seminary (present day Lycoming College) in Williamsport, PA. He worked in Wellsville before moving to the Williamsport area where he was involved in many business . . . — — Map (db m170713) HM
Perhaps nothing contributed more to the growth of Wellsville than the arrival of the Erie RR in 1851. The railroad brought many new families and businesses to our area and the population almost doubled in size. The old depot was on Loder Street at . . . — — Map (db m175134) HM
In 1832 a group of leaders met at Van Buren's Tavern to choose a name for their community. They selected "Wellsville" after Gardiner Wells who was one of the first settlers and the largest landowner. Wells built the first log house on Main Street . . . — — Map (db m175133) HM
From 1845 to 1905, Wellsville was home to several tanneries that were reported to be the largest in the world. They provided work for hundreds of people in lumbering and tanning. Hemlock bark was used in the tanning process and was stacked in huge . . . — — Map (db m175132) HM
On this site, in 1832, Harmon & Marinda Van Buren built a log house that developed into a hotel, bar, courthouse, and town hall. The house was replaced by the Van Burens with a substantial hotel that was destroyed by fire in 1867. In 1871, Isaac W. . . . — — Map (db m170709) HM
William F Jones, an attorney, banker, and prominent businessman, and his wife Gertrude F. Jones will always be remembered for their generous gift, which made today's Jones Memorial Hospital, a reality. In 1920, they bequeathed their stately home for . . . — — Map (db m170717) HM
In the early 1900s, we founded the American Bison Society to help save wild bison from the brink of extinction.
1700| Millions Roamed the Plains
Before the westward expansion of the United States began in the 1800s, around 30 million . . . — — Map (db m193257) HM
In the early 1900s, we founded the American Bison Society to help save wild bison from the brink of extinction.
1700| Millions Roamed the Plains
Before the westward expansion of the United States began in the 1800s, around 30 million . . . — — Map (db m193299) HM
In commemoration of the American Bison Society, founded in 1905 with the help of William T. Hornaday, the Director of the Bronx Zoo. Under Hornadays leadership, the ABS dedicated efforts helped restore bison to the prairies with animals from . . . — — Map (db m7328) HM
You are standing in historic Astor Court, wit its symmetrical great lawn and surrounding classical buildings. The Wildlife Conservation Society, founded in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society, opened the Bronx Zoo in 1899.
A Foundation . . . — — Map (db m193296) HM
Grazing, wallowing, and other bison behaviors turn out to be beneficial for plants and animals.
As seen on "The Zoo!"
Keepers noticed that one of the zoo's bison calves developed a bowed leg, caused by one leg bone growing faster than . . . — — Map (db m193265) HM
This Healing Totem is a gift of peace and hope to the people of New York City from the youths of the One Voice Arts & Leadership Program of Monterey County, California, in commemoration of the attack on the World Trade Center, September 11, 2001. . . . — — Map (db m193255) HM WM
One of the most endangered cranes, red-crowned cranes have found safe wintering grounds in the demilitarized zone between North Korea and South Korea. This zone has become a haven for wildlife. Scientists are working to protect red-crowned cranes . . . — — Map (db m193273) HM
These are the actual remains of a 35-year-old male elephant who was poached for his ivory in 1989. We have been working to ensure fewer African elephants suffer the same fate.
A Cautious Comeback
Although some are now protected in . . . — — Map (db m193279) HM
As seen on "The Zoo!"
Members of our nyala herd are descendents from the original herd dating back to 1941, when the Bronx Zoo opened the ground-breaking African Plains exhibit. It was the first exhibit in North America to show . . . — — Map (db m193277) HM
We're proud to provide a home for Leo, a snow leopard orphaned as a cub in Pakistan.
Leo has been cared for at the Bronx Zoo since 2006 because no appropriate facility for snow leopards exists in Pakistan.
Leo's move to the Bronx . . . — — Map (db m193278) HM
The 265 acre Wildlife Conservation Park/Bronx Zoo is the result of a partnership with New York City dating from 1895. The Zoo is operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society, a non-profit membership corporation, under City and State agreements. . . . — — Map (db m193298) HM
Pθre David's deer survive today thanks to over a century of careful conservation and caring individuals.
around 0 A.D. | Deer kept in Imperial Hunting Park in Nan Hai-Tze near Beijing.
around 200 A.D. | Deer presumed extinct in . . . — — Map (db m193268) HM
Since 1970, the Wildlife Conservation Society has supported research on snow leopards in the Himalayas. The nature of the terrain and of the species make snow leopard sightings rare. Only with the aid of radio tracking can these elusive predators . . . — — Map (db m193276) HM
The deer that Pθre David found in a hunting park near Beijing were the last surviving members of a species that had died out in the wild centuries earlier.
After this discovery, deer were sent to European zoos where breeding programs . . . — — Map (db m193267) HM
The deer that Pθre David found in a hunting park near Beijing were the last surviving members of a species that had died out in the wild centuries earlier.
After this discovery, deer were sent to European zoos where breeding programs . . . — — Map (db m193270) HM
Species Survival Plan
The Species Survival Plan (SSP) is a program administered by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) that coordinates breeding efforts among zoos to maintain genetically diverse and stable . . . — — Map (db m193275) HM
State-of-the-art in 1903
When the Lion House first opened in 1903, it featured state-of-the-art exhibits for that time. With the careful transformation of the building into Madagascar!, we continue to establish and maintain . . . — — Map (db m193294) HM
The American Bison Society
which did more than any other agency to save the buffalo for you who read this inscription, was founded by friends of all wild life in this building
December 8, 1905 — — Map (db m193292) HM
A Landmark Goes Green
The historic Lion House, originally built in 1903, has been updated to become New York City's first LEED* certified landmark building. The Lion House now uses 57% less energy than a conventional buildingand . . . — — Map (db m193293) HM
These small gazelles may seem delicate, but antelopes like Thompson's Gazelle (also called Tommies) have to fight for mates, space, and to stay alive.
Fighting for Mates
All male antelopes have horns they use to fight each other over . . . — — Map (db m193280) HM
Thanks to decades of conservation efforts, this wetland bird has rebounded after being hunted almost to extinction. Still the world's rarest swan, Trumpeters can be found in western Canada and parts of Alaska. — — Map (db m193272) HM
Pθre David's deer are named for French missionary "Pθre" (Father) David who discovered them for the Western world in 1865 in a Beijing hunting park. Their Chinese nickname is "ssu-pu-hsiang" refering to four characteristics that are . . . — — Map (db m193271) HM
Dedicated to the memory of
Police Officer
Pasquale J. Venturelli
Who's life was taken on January 23, 1943, in the performance of duty.
PO Venturelli, and his partner spotted a car that was reported stolen earlier. . . . — — Map (db m226283) HM
It was in 1966 that the Sammy's Fixbox story began from our very humble beginnings in 1966 we have grown from a 26 seat snack bar to 500 seat, full service restaurant: preparing upwards of 1 million meals annually. Our phenomenal grouth . . . — — Map (db m226279) HM
In honor of the
boys of City Island
who served in the World War
Andres, Wm. G.
Axel, C.
Barr, A.
Barr, G.
Barry, M.
Barry, W.
Bartels, J.F.
Baylis, O.
Bell, F.
Booth, A.A.
Booth, E.
Booth, R.
Booth, . . . — — Map (db m226285) WM
In loving memory of
our war dead
George W. Balmore
Robert T. Doyle
Sanford E. Diamond
William A. Dietrich
C.F. Danajovits
Robert W. Fenton
John Joseph Hirsch, Jr.
Raymond Leon Jones
Robert (Sonny) Jones . . . — — Map (db m226288) WM
A Yankee forever.
A man who knew only one way to play - to win. As a player for Casey Stengel he thrived on pressure delivering the key play or hit. MVP of 1953 World Series setting record for most hits in six-game series with 12. Later as a . . . — — Map (db m18398) HM
New York Yankees 1947 - 1954
One of the Yankees' greatest right hand pitchers
Hurled two no hitters in 1951
Starred on five straight World Champions 1949 - 1953
Five time All-Star
.686 Yankee winning percentage
Erected by the New York . . . — — Map (db m18393) HM
From 1920 - 1934, The Babe singlehandedly lifted baseball to new heights with his unlimited talent and unbridled love for the game. His enormous contribution to baseball and The Yankees made him the most celebrated athlete who ever lived. — — Map (db m54727) HM
For half a century he has welcomed generations of fans with his trademark greeting "Ladies and Gentleman, welcome to Yankee Stadium". His clear, concise and correct vocal style has announced the names of hundreds of players - both unfamiliar and . . . — — Map (db m18605) HM
1890 - 1975
Brightened baseball for over 50 years
With the spirit of eternal youth Yankee manager 1949 -1960 winning 10 pennants and 7 world championships including a record 5 consecutive 1949 - 1953
Erected by the New York Yankees July 30, . . . — — Map (db m196104) HM
New York Yankees
1930 - 1942
1945 - 1946
US Army Air Division
1943 - 1945
The Yankees' all time leader in wins by a right hand pitcher with 231. The only pitcher in franchise history to compile four consecutive 20 win seasons . . . — — Map (db m53804) HM
American League batting champion 1984
American League MVP (145 RBI) 1985
Nine-time gold glove winner
Six-time American League All-Star
Set record for most grand slams in a season (6) 1987
Major League record for most home runs in seven . . . — — Map (db m18606) HM
"Chairman of the Board"
New York Yankees 1950, 1953 - 67
Led Yankees to 11 pennants and six world championships Leads all Yankee pitchers in games, innings, wins, strikeouts and shutouts. Cy Young award winner in 1961. Holds many World Series . . . — — Map (db m196105) HM
Moulder of a tradition of victory under whose guidance the Yankees won fourteen American League pennants and ten World Championships and brought to this field some of the greatest baseball stars of all time. This memorial is a tribute from those who . . . — — Map (db m18607) HM
"A man of great gentleness and dignity" one of the all time Yankee greats. American League MVP in 1963 winner of two gold glove awards. A fitting leader to be the first black player to wear a Yankee uniform. "If, indeed, humility is a trademark . . . — — Map (db m196497) HM
July 4, 1930 - July 13, 2010 New York Yankees principal owner
"The Boss"
1973 - 2010
Purchased the New York Yankees on January 3, 1973. A true visionary who changed the game of baseball forever, he was considered the most influential owner in . . . — — Map (db m196494) HM
The Heinrich Heine Fountain (also known as the Lorelei Fountain) honors the German poet, writer, and social dissident Heinrich Heine (1797-1856), whose poem Die Lorelei immortalized the mysterious creature of romantic legend.
Born in . . . — — Map (db m228750) HM
A man, a gentleman and a great ball player. Whose amazing record of 2130 consecutive games should stand for all time. This memorial is a tribute from the Yankee players to their beloved captain and team mate. July the Fourth 1941 — — Map (db m18411) HM
For God and Country
In honor of the boys of
High Bridge
who served their country
and in memory of those who
made the supreme sacrifice
1917 in the World War 1918
*** Killed in Action ***
Lieutenant Harold A. Andre . . . — — Map (db m155856) WM
Recognized as baseballs greatest living player.
Lifetime batting average .325
Won MVP award 1939, 1941
Selected to All-Star Game 13 times
American League batting title 1939, 1940
Elected to Hall of Fame 1955
Set one of baseballs . . . — — Map (db m196552) HM
One of baseball's most beloved and respected leaders led Yankees to 8 pennants and 7 world championships including 4 consecutive 1936 - 1939 compiling a .627 winning percentage — — Map (db m53791) HM
Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1972
"It ain't over 'til it's over"
Three time MVP 1951-54-55
Selected to A.L. All-Star Game 15 consecutive years
Hit most Home Runs by a Yankee catcher
Outstanding clutch hitter and World Series performer . . . — — Map (db m53805) HM
"The Voice of the Yankees"
1939 - 1964
With his warm personality and signature greeting "Hello There Everybody", he shaped baseball broadcasting by charismatically bringing the excitement and drama of Yankees baseball to generations of fans. He . . . — — Map (db m192134) HM
536 Home Runs. Winner of Triple Crown 1956. Most World Series Home Runs 18. Selected to All Star team 20 times. Won MVP award 1956, 1957 - 1962, Elected to Hall of Fame 1974. A magnificent Yankee who left a legacy of unequaled courage. — — Map (db m18412) HM
Manager of New York Yankees 1918 - 1929
Pennant winners 1921-22-23...1926-27-28
World Champions 1923 1927 and 1928
As a tribute to a splendid character who made priceless contributions to baseball and on the field brought glory to the New . . . — — Map (db m192131) HM
Scooter sparked the Yankees to 10 pennants and 8 world championships
1950 American League MVP
1950 American League player of the year
MVP of the World Series in 1951
Has enjoyed two outstanding careers, all time Yankee shortstop, one . . . — — Map (db m53803) HM
In commemoration of the solemn pontifical mass marking the bicentennial of the Archdiocese of New York offered by His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI April 20 2008 here in Yankee Stadium. Gift of Knights of Columbus. — — Map (db m192135) HM
In commemoration of the mass for world justice and peace offered by His Holiness Pope John Paul II October 2, 1979 here in Yankee Stadium. Gift of the Knights of Columbus. — — Map (db m35059) HM
In commemoration of the solemn mass for peace offered by His Holiness Pope Paul VI October 4, 1963 here in Yankee Stadium. Gift of Knights of Columbus — — Map (db m183058) HM
"Mr. October" New York Yankees 1977 - 1981. One of the most colorful and exciting players of his era. A prolific power hitter who thrived in pressure situation. In five years in pinstripes, he helped lead the Yankees to four division titles, . . . — — Map (db m196548) HM
Against all odds
In 1961 he became the only player to hit more than 60 home runs in a single season. In belated recognition of one of baseball's greatest achievements his 61 in '61 the Yankees salute him as a great player and as author of one of . . . — — Map (db m196107) HM
"Gator" "Louisiana Lightning" New York Yankees, 1975 - 1988 Co-captain, 1986 - 1988. A three time 20-game winner, he went 25 - 3 with a 1.74 Earned Run Average to win the 1978 A.L. Cy Young award. Set Yankees records in 1978 by winning his first . . . — — Map (db m53819) HM
The Heinrich Heine Fountain (also called The Lorelei Fountain) honors the German poet and writer (1797-1856) whose poem "Die Lorelei" immortalized the siren of Romantic legend. The marble sculptural group depicts Lorelei seated on a rock in the . . . — — Map (db m228752) HM
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