Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 25, 1947 The dwellings and property known as the Whitehall Progress company, Inc., were sold at public auction Sept. 19, at the…
Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 25, 2947 The Washington County Board passed a resolution asking for the elimination of the dangerous curve on Route 22 just west…
By Erik Pekar, Town Historian This Monday, Oct. 3, the Granville Baptist Church will be commemorating the 140th anniversary of the dedication of its present church building. The congregation first…
Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 18, 1947 Cameron Beck, internationally known inspirational lecturer, will address the students of Whitehall High school at a special assembly program to…
Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 18, 1947 Granville has its second centenarian. Mrs. Adelia Dougan celebrated her 100th birthday anniversary Sept. 15 at the family home of…
By Erik Pekar, Town Historian Sept. 22 is the first day of autumn. The days have already started to feel in line with the change of season: mild days, cooler…
Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 11, 1947 The Washington County Junior Fair will be held at Fort Edward this weekend, Sept. 12 and 13, with a full…
Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 11, 1947 The North Granville Hose Company has purchased the building formerly owned by the Odd Fellows. The men of the Hose…
Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 4, 1947 For the first time in the history of Whitehall’s public schools, there will be kindergarten classes this year. One of…
Compiled by Erik Pekar 75 years ago, Sept. 4, 1947 Rev. Louis Simis, pastor of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, is being transferred to Holy Spirit Greek Catholic church…
