Historical Sketches Of Hudson: Embracing The Settlement Of The City, City Government, Business Enterprises, Churches, Press, Schools, Libraries, Etc.

By Stephen B. Miller

Book Overview

Historical Sketches Of Hudson is a book written by Stephen B. Miller in 1862. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Hudson, a city located in the state of New York. The author covers various aspects of the city's development, including the settlement of the city, the city government, business enterprises, churches, press, schools, libraries, and other important institutions. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Hudson's history. The first chapter provides an overview of the city's early settlement, including the arrival of the Dutch and the English, and the establishment of the city as a major trading post. Subsequent chapters cover the development of the city's government, including the establishment of the city council and the mayor's office. The book also covers the growth of the city's business enterprises, including the establishment of several important factories and mills. The author also provides a detailed account of the city's religious institutions, including the establishment of several churches and the development of the city's Jewish community. The book also covers the growth of the city's press, including the establishment of several important newspapers. The final chapters of the book focus on the development of the city's educational and cultural institutions, including the establishment of several important schools and libraries. The author also provides a detailed account of the city's cultural life, including the establishment of several important theaters and music halls. Overall, Historical Sketches Of Hudson provides a comprehensive account of the city's history, making it an important resource for anyone interested in the history of Hudson or the development of American cities in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165472880
• ISBN13: 9781165472888
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 124 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"