History of Jamestown Told Through Postcards

Oct. 6, 2011 - PRLog -- The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing’s Postcard History series is Jamestown from local authors Karen E. Livsey and Dorothy E. Levin. The book boasts more than 200 vintage postcards and memories of days gone by.

Jamestown, named for James Prendergast, evolved from the first settlement in 1810 at “The Rapids” on Chautauqua Lake’s outlet. His sawmill, erected in 1811, used the available waterpower to help expand the settlement.

Continued use of the waterpower and the area’s abundant natural resources developed the manufacturing of furniture, textiles, and tools. Lumbering, farming, and industries undertaken by the hardworking settlers transformed Jamestown into an internationally known city with fine homes, successful businesses, and recreation opportunities on the lake and in the surrounding countryside.

Highlights of Jamestown:
•   Brooklyn Square
•   Second and Third Streets
•   Residents, churches and schools
•   Business and industry

Available at area bookstores, independent retailers, and online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at www.arcadiapublishing.com or
(888)-313-2665.

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With more than 7,500 local history titles published to date, Arcadia Publishing is the leading publisher of local and regional history in the United States. Widely recognized sepia books feature hundreds of vintage historical images.