History of Saranac Lake, New York, USA

1854 - Saranac Lake
Saranac Lake, in the S. part of Franklin CO., New York. Length about 10 miles.
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.

1895 - Saranac Lake
Saranac Lake, a post-hamlet of Franklin co., N.Y., is on the Saranac River where it issues from a lake of the same name, about 40 miles S. of Malone. It is surrounded by beautiful scenery, and has a church, a graded school, and a lumber-mill.
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

1906
Saranac Lake, a banking post-village and resort of Franklin and Essex cos., N.Y. in the Adirondack region and on the Saranac River, near where it issues from Lower Saranac Lake, about 40 miles S. of Malone, on the Delaware and Hudson and the New York Central and Hudson River Rs. It is surrounded by beautiful scenery and has in its vicinity a state hospital for tubercular complaints and a sanatorium for consumptives. Pop. in 1900, 2594. Elevation, 1640 feet.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

1925 - SEVEN PEOPLE BURN TO DEATH. PERISHED IN AN APARTMENT HOUSE FIRE AT SARANAC LAKE, N.Y.
By The Associated Press.
Saranac Lake, N. Y., July 4. - Seven persons lost their lives in a fire which swept a three-story wooden apartment house here early today, either trapping the victims in their rooms or cutting off their escape. The origin of the fire was undetermined. The flames started in the rear of the building, either in the basement or on the first floor.

The dead:
GEORGE MARTIN, 65 years old, of Chateaugay.
GEORGE DUCKETT, 21, of Saranac Lake, and his infant, daughter.
PETER DWYER, 35, Saranac Lake.
KENNETH MONIKEY, 11, of Saranac Lake.
ROBERT McGOWAN, 16, of Burlington, Vt.
JOSEPH McGOWAN, 21, of Burlington, a brother of ROBERT.
MRS. GEORGE DUCKETT is in a critical condition at the general
hospital. She sustained serious burns and was injured by jumping from a third story window.

MRS. DUCKETT, evidently believing she was holding her child, dropped a pillow into the arms of the firemen below. Then she jumped to the earth. Two hours later when the firemen... Read MORE...

1964 - 14 HURT IN $200,000 HOTEL FIRE AT SARANAC LAKE. GUESTS LEAP, CLIMB DOWN FIRE LADDERS.
Saranac Lake - Fire and smoke shot like lightning through the Hotel St. Regis here Tuesday, destroying the five story, brick building and injuring at least 14 persons as guests leaped from windows and clambered down fire ladders.

No one was considered seriously injured, and all 50 guests were reported safe Tuesday night, police said. Three persons had been missing after the fire broke out about 8 a.m.

Two men suffered back injuries when they apparently jumped from the hotel to an adjoining roof. Of the injured, most suffered from smoke inhalation, minor burns, cuts and shock. The majority lived in this Adirondack resort.

Police Chief WILLILAM WALLACE estimated the hotel loss at $200,000 at least and possibly more. He pointed out that the 55 year old, 48-room hotel recently had undergone a $90,000 renovation.

The cause of the fire was not determined. There was one report that a furnace had exploded.

The fire, starting in the lower part of the building, blocked... Read MORE...

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Saranac Lake:
Adirondack Scenic Railroad:

Take a scenic train ride through the Adirondacks, offering picturesque views of the mountains and forests.

Saranac Lake Chain of Lakes:

Enjoy water activities such as kayaking, canoeing, or boating on the interconnected Saranac Lake Chain of Lakes.

Mount Pisgah Recreation Center:

Experience outdoor recreation with hiking trails, mountain biking, and a ski center during the winter months.

Saranac Lake Winter Carnival:

If you're visiting in winter, don't miss the famous Saranac Lake Winter Carnival, featuring ice palaces, parades, and various winter sports.

Adirondack Carousel:

A delightful attraction for families, the Adirondack Carousel features hand-carved animals and provides a whimsical experience.

Saranac Laboratory Museum:

Explore the history of Saranac Lake's role in curing tuberculosis at the Saranac Laboratory Museum, housed in the first lab to research TB.

Paul Smith's College VIC (Visitor Interpretive... Read MORE...