History of Danville, Climate and Longevity

Climate and Longevity. In glancing at the climate of Danville and the longevity of its people, I again copy from the memoranda of Mr. J. Frazer. He says, the climate of Danville is exceedingly favorable to the health and longevity of its inhabitants. Epidemics seldom prevail. Its near proximity to 41° north latitude, approximates that … Read more

History of Danville, Grove Presbyterian Church

Grove Presbyterian Church The Grove Presbyterian, or, as it was originally called, Mahoning Presbyterian Church, is the oldest religious organization in Danville. While this place was still known as “Mahoning Settlement,” Rev. John Bryson was the first Presbyterian minister. He preached at first in Gen. Montgomery’s dwelling house, and when the congregation became too large … Read more

History of Danville, pages 9-17

Location. DANVILLE is situated on the right bank of the North Branch of the Susquehanna river, and about eleven miles above its confluence with the West Branch at the town of Northumberland. It is surrounded by the most charming and picturesque scenery, and is nestled in a narrow valley, between Blue Hill and Montour Ridge. … Read more

History of Danville – Introduction

Introduction In the list of secular studies history is among the most interesting and the most important. Indeed, there seems to be an almost universal desire to lift the misty veil of the past, and to note the changing scenes that mark the progress of Adam’s family through all the centuries past and gone. Not … Read more

History of Warren County, Chapter 55

CHAPTER LV HISTORY OF WATSON TOWNSHIP IN the year 1880, on the 4th of March, Limestone township was divided into about equal parts, and the northern half was organized into a separate township called “Watson,” in honor of Hon. L.F. Watson, of Warren, who owned extensive tracts of timber lands in that section. No oil … Read more