“Longtime Duanesburg resident Art Willis told me back in 2009 that if the town could ever manage to create its own history center, “it would be a vigorous and lively place.” He was right. A former town of Duanesburg historian and Voorheesville history teacher, Willis didn’t live to see the dream fulfilled, passing away … [Read more…]
“The Great Western Turnpike Episode 1 Albany, NY to Duanesburg, NY This episode reveals the development of the Great Western Turnpike with two interviews: One interview with a town historian about the first 18th century glass factory in the state, then a stop in Duanesburg NY, where we learn how the mayor of … [Read more…]
“From Abraham Van Vechten [Albany] September 16, 1796. “In the Causes of Mr Duane1 agst. the Tenants of Voght2 two Questions are likely to arise, on which I am directed to request your opinion as early as possible. The inclosed is a Copy of the only Writing which Mr Duane has from the Patentee … [Read more…]
“James Duane (February 6, 1733-February 1, 1797) was a prominent American lawyer and jurist as well as a leading figure in New York State politics and government during the Revolution and early years of the American republic. He served as a delegate to the Continental Congress, a New York State senator, mayor of New … [Read more…]