1897 antique BARRE HISTORY vt GENEALOGY OCCUPATION GRANITE NEWSPAPER biographies For Sale

1897 antique BARRE HISTORY vt GENEALOGY OCCUPATION GRANITE NEWSPAPER biographies
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Original April 27, 1897 illustrated edition of The Barre Enterprise, published in Barre, Vermont, featuring an extensive historical account titled "The Granite City" by J. H. Walbridge.

This illustrated historical newspaper documents the development of Barre, Vermont, including its early settlement, granite industry, local businesses, occupations, prominent residents, family histories, civic organizations, churches, schools, and community institutions.

Of particular interest to genealogists and local historians are the numerous biographical sketches of Barre residents, often identifying family relationships, birthplaces, occupations, business affiliations, and personal histories.

Contents include:

• Early history and settlement of Barre, Vermont

• Granite quarries, stonecutting, monument manufacturing, and transportation

• Local businessmen, merchants, physicians, attorneys, and biographies and family genealogical information

• Historical photographs of residents, businesses, homes, and commercial buildings

• Bird's-eye panoramic illustration of Barre dated 1891

• Granite quarry workers, machinery, equipment, and industrial operations

• Barre Steam Laundry, granite companies, banks, and other local enterprises

• Churches, religious organizations, schools, and educational institutions

• Barre Academy, Goddard Seminary, and Spaulding Graded School

• Fraternal organizations, Masonic lodges, and civic associations

• Historical street scenes, residences, and architectural views

The newspaper includes numerous photographic portraits accompanied by biographical information, making it a useful resource for Vermont genealogy, occupational history, industrial history, and late 19th-century community research.

Illustrations include granite quarry operations, large groups of employees, transportation equipment, churches, commercial buildings, residences, and a detailed historical bird's-eye view of Barre.

Condition: Original antique newspaper with age toning, fold creases, edge wear, small tears, corner wear, and scattered staining. Some areas show separation or weakness along folds. Please examine photographs for condition and contents.

Authentic period piece related to family, historyor local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.Vintage or Antique.

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