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Keeseville is a village split in two towns and two counties. Name for Richard Keese, the manufacturer living in the area. Was formerly named Anderson Falls.
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1854 - Keeseville
Keeseville, a post-village of New York, on both sides of Au Sable river, and on the line between Clinton and Essex counties, 4 miles from Lake Champlain, and 150 miles N. from Albany. It contains 4 or 5 churches, an academy, a bank, 2 newspaper offices, and large manufactories of iron and nails, in which water-power is employed. Population, estimated at 2000.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.
Keeseville, a post-village of New York, on both sides of Au Sable river, and on the line between Clinton and Essex counties, 4 miles from Lake Champlain, and 150 miles N. from Albany. It contains 4 or 5 churches, an academy, a bank, 2 newspaper offices, and large manufactories of iron and nails, in which water-power is employed. Population, estimated at 2000.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.
1877 - Fell into Ausable Chasm
Alonzo Baker, the well-known guide in the Adirondacks, was killed a few nights since by falling into the Ausable Chasm, near Keeseville.
The Elyria Constitution
Elyria, Ohio
June 14, 1877
Alonzo Baker, the well-known guide in the Adirondacks, was killed a few nights since by falling into the Ausable Chasm, near Keeseville.
The Elyria Constitution
Elyria, Ohio
June 14, 1877
1895 - Keeseville
Keeseville, keez'vil, a post-village of Clinton and Essex cos., N.Y., on both sides of the Au Sable River, 15 miles S. of Plattsburg, and 4 miles W. of Lake Champlain. It contains 6 churches, a national bank, an academy or union free school, a newspaper office, 2 rolling-mills, and manufactures of iron, nails, furniture, wagons, &c. Iron ore abounds in the vicinity. Pop. (1890) 2103. Near this place the Au Sable River flows through a deep chasm between vertical walls of Potsdam sandstone, and falls 90 feet.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
Keeseville, keez'vil, a post-village of Clinton and Essex cos., N.Y., on both sides of the Au Sable River, 15 miles S. of Plattsburg, and 4 miles W. of Lake Champlain. It contains 6 churches, a national bank, an academy or union free school, a newspaper office, 2 rolling-mills, and manufactures of iron, nails, furniture, wagons, &c. Iron ore abounds in the vicinity. Pop. (1890) 2103. Near this place the Au Sable River flows through a deep chasm between vertical walls of Potsdam sandstone, and falls 90 feet.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott
1916
Keeseville, keez'vll, a banking post-village and picturesque resort of Clinton and Essex cos., N.Y., on both sides of the Ausable River and on the Keeseville, Ausable Chasm and Lake Champlain R., 15 miles S. of Plattsburg and 4 miles W. of Lake Champlain. It has roller-mills and manufactures of nails, etc. Pop. in 1900, 2110. Near this place the Ausable River flows through a deep chasm be tween vertical walls of Potsdam sandstone and falls 90 feet.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher
Keeseville, keez'vll, a banking post-village and picturesque resort of Clinton and Essex cos., N.Y., on both sides of the Ausable River and on the Keeseville, Ausable Chasm and Lake Champlain R., 15 miles S. of Plattsburg and 4 miles W. of Lake Champlain. It has roller-mills and manufactures of nails, etc. Pop. in 1900, 2110. Near this place the Ausable River flows through a deep chasm be tween vertical walls of Potsdam sandstone and falls 90 feet.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher
2023 - While it may not have the hustle and bustle of larger cities, there are still plenty of charming places to visit and activities to enjoy in and around Keeseville. Here's a list to get you started:
Ausable Chasm:
Explore the "Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks." Take a guided tour, hike the trails, and witness the stunning rock formations and waterfalls.
Ausable Riverwalk:
Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Ausable Riverwalk, a scenic path that offers beautiful views of the Ausable River and the surrounding natural beauty.
Ausable Brewing Company:
If you appreciate craft beer, visit Ausable Brewing Company. Sample local brews and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere.
Chesterfield Gorge Nature Trail:
Hike the nature trail in Chesterfield Gorge and marvel at the gorge, waterfalls, and forested surroundings. It's a great spot for nature enthusiasts.
Keeseville Pharmacy Museum:
Step back in time at the Keeseville Pharmacy Museum. This historic pharmacy showcases the town's medical history with antique equipment and artifacts.
Fishing on Lake Champlain:
If you enjoy fishing, Lake Champlain offers opportunities to catch various species. You can hire a local guide... Read MORE...
Ausable Chasm:
Explore the "Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks." Take a guided tour, hike the trails, and witness the stunning rock formations and waterfalls.
Ausable Riverwalk:
Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Ausable Riverwalk, a scenic path that offers beautiful views of the Ausable River and the surrounding natural beauty.
Ausable Brewing Company:
If you appreciate craft beer, visit Ausable Brewing Company. Sample local brews and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere.
Chesterfield Gorge Nature Trail:
Hike the nature trail in Chesterfield Gorge and marvel at the gorge, waterfalls, and forested surroundings. It's a great spot for nature enthusiasts.
Keeseville Pharmacy Museum:
Step back in time at the Keeseville Pharmacy Museum. This historic pharmacy showcases the town's medical history with antique equipment and artifacts.
Fishing on Lake Champlain:
If you enjoy fishing, Lake Champlain offers opportunities to catch various species. You can hire a local guide... Read MORE...
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