This article talks about holiday dances that have been thrown in young ladies’ honor. One of the girl’s parties was said to be thrown at Sherry’s. These dances were a big social gathering for many of New York’s elites. This article ties into The…
This text gives background to the many locations of entertainment and sightseeing in late 18th century New York. In the segment reviewed, the author speaks about a large and expensive opera house and he gives background information about it,…
This very short but direct article comes from the New York Observer and Chronicle (which was in print from 1833 – 1912), describing productive improvements and work done over the summer in Long Island, 1905. It focuses solely on work and the…
This primary source shows how Charlotte Temple is displayed as a legend and how she is being considered as an actual person in real life. This primary source shows that it has found her believed farmhouse that she had stayed in during the time she…
This book contains a detailed description of New York City in 1786 by Noah Webster. It includes comprehensive geographical details, with in depth information of history of various important buildings such as churches, and picturesque portrayal of…