History of Ludlow, Vermont, USA

1839 - Ludlow
Ludlow, Vermont
Windsor county. Black and Williams' river give this town a good water power. It is likewise watered by a number of large ponds well stored with fish. Ludlow was first settled in 1784. It lies 61 miles S. from Montpelier and 18 S.W. from Windsor. Population, 1830, 1,227.

The town is mountainous, but contains good land for the grazing of sheep and other cattle. The village is very pleasant, and the centre of considerable trade with the surrounding country. Some valuable minerals have been discovered here.
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1849 Ludlow
WiNDSOR Co, Black River passes through the centre of the town, and has many valuable mill sites. In the upper part of its course it widens into four large basins ; the largest in Ludlow being nearly circular, and one mile in diameter, known as the Ludlow and Plymouth Ponds. In the north-west corner of the town is the "Tiney Pond," several hundred feet above the level of the river, and nearly half a mile in diameter. No stream supplies it, but a small rivulet passes from it, tumbling from one rock to another in its rugged course, until, after passing half a mile, it empties into the largest Ludlow Pond. The only fish it contains is that commonly called the horn pout. There is another large collection of water in the western part of the town, and several extensive bogs upon both sides of the river, now presenting only a surface of mud, covered many feet deep with moss, but evidently once the bed of mountain ponds. These bogs afford the botanist many rare and curious varieties of... Read MORE...

1854 - Ludlow
Ludlow, a post-township of Windsor co.,Vt., on the Rutland and Burlington railroad, 70 miles S. from Montpelier. Pop., 1019.
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1895 - Ludlow
Ludlow, a post-village in Ludlow Township, Windsor Co., Vt., on Black River, and on the Rutland division of the Vermont Central Railroad, 25 miles S.S.E. of Rutland. It has 3 or 4 churches, an academy, a foundry, a newspaper office, and manufactures of carriages, woollen goods, toys, whetstones, and machinery. The township has 5 churches. Pop. in 1890, 1081; of the township, 1768.
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1896 - MANY INJURED IN A RAILROAD WRECK A Vermont Central Train Leaves the Track and Goes over an Embankment.
LUDLOW, Vt., Feb. 18. - A dozen or more persons were injured by the wrecking of a passenger train on the Vermont Central Railroad a mile north of this place this morning. Those most seriously hurt are:
BAKER, E. O., express messenger; pinned under the wreckage and seriously crushed.
BAKER, T. J., of Rutland, a railroad carpenter; crushed about body; will probably die.
FLETCHER, GEORGE L., of Chester, mail agent; seriously injured under the wreckage.
SEXTON, D. B., of Rutland, conductor; cut about head and injured internally.

The other eight or ten persons on the train have painful but not serious bruises. The cause of the accident was a broken rail. The baggage car, mail car, and one coach went off the track and went down the embankment, being smashed in pieces. The engine was left on the ties.
The New York Times
New York, New York
February 19, 1896

1916
Ludlow, a banking post-township (town) and village of Windsor co., Vt., on the Black River and on the Rut land R., 25 miles SSE. of Rutland. It has manufactures of woollen goods, shoddy, satinets, chairs, and lumber. Pop. in 1900, 1454; of the town, 2042.
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1940 - First beneficiary of monthly Social Security payments was Ida M. Fuller of Ludlow who received check #000-000-001 for $22.54, January 31, 1940.

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2023 - Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Ludlow:
Okemo Mountain Resort:

Ludlow is famous for Okemo Mountain Resort, a haven for skiers and snowboarders in the winter. With well-groomed slopes and a range of difficulty levels, it's perfect for both beginners and seasoned pros.

Jackson Gore Village:

Part of Okemo Mountain Resort, Jackson Gore Village offers more than just skiing. In the summer, you can enjoy activities like mountain biking, zip-lining, and mini-golf. In the winter, the ice skating rink is a popular spot.

Healdville Trail:

If you're a hiking enthusiast, the Healdville Trail is a must. The trail leads to the fire tower on Okemo Mountain, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Buttermilk Falls:

Nature lovers will appreciate Buttermilk Falls. It's a serene spot to relax, have a picnic, and enjoy the sounds of the waterfall. The trail to the falls is relatively easy, making it suitable for families.

Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts:

For a touch of culture, visit... Read MORE...