History of Savannah, New York, USA

Lorin Brown taught the first school in the Town of Savannah, NY in 1817.

The Town of Savannah was created from the Town of Galen on November 4, 1824.

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The first Town Meeting in Savannah, New York was held in a 'Tavern' Called "The Crusoe House" in April of 1825.

In 1853-54 the direct line of the N.Y. Central Railroad was constructed through the Town of Savannah.

Savannah - Joseph Remer built and ran the first blacksmith shop in 1854
History of Wayne County, New York; With Illustrations Descriptive of Its Scenery, Palatial Residences, Public Buildings, Fine Blocks, and Important Manufactories. Everts, Ensign & Everts, Publishers. Philadelphia: 1877.

1854 - Savannah
Savannah, a post-village in Savannah town ship, Wayne co., New York, on the Syracuse and Rochester railroad, about 36 miles W. from Syracuse. Population of the township, 1700.
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.

Savanna hotel, the only public-house in the place, and the second one in the town, was erected by Archibald Munson in 1858, and opened on February 20, 1859, by Bela Smith and A. J. Squires, lessees.
History of Wayne County, New York; With Illustrations Descriptive of Its Scenery, Palatial Residences, Public Buildings, Fine Blocks, and Important Manufactories. Everts, Ensign & Everts, Publishers. Philadelphia: 1877.

1860 Savannah
SAVANNAH - was formed from Galen, Nov. 24, 1824. It is the S E. corner town of the co. Its surface is broken by drift ridges in the N., and is low and marshy in the S.; about one-third of the S. part is a woodland marsh, known as Crusoe Island. Seneca River forms the S. part of the E. boundary. Crusoe Lake is a small, shallow body of water near the center; its outlet, Crusoe Creek, flows into Seneca River. The soil in the N. is a sandy and gravelly loam, and in the S. it is principally composed of muck and shell marl. A tract of about 1,900 acres in the S. E. part is an open marsh, producing coarse grass. Savannah (p.v.) near the center, is a station upon the N. Y. C. R. R. and contains 20 houses. The first settlement was made by Elias Converse and Joseph Mozier, in 1812. The first preacher was Rev. __ Wiers (Bap.). There is no church in town.
1860 Gazetteer of the State of New York, by J. H. French

The Presbyterian Church of Savannah was organized in the district school-house in that village, in 1864, by Rev. Mr. Wilson and Rev. Mr. Young, a committee of ministers, both of Lyons, and with seventeen constituent members...
History of Wayne County, New York; With Illustrations Descriptive of Its Scenery, Palatial Residences, Public Buildings, Fine Blocks, and Important Manufactories. Everts, Ensign & Everts, Publishers. Philadelphia: 1877.

Savannah - The steam stave-mill, belonging to Hiram Diefendorff, was burned to the ground in the fall of 1866, and was rebuilt the following year.
History of Wayne County, New York; With Illustrations Descriptive of Its Scenery, Palatial Residences, Public Buildings, Fine Blocks, and Important Manufactories. Everts, Ensign & Everts, Publishers. Philadelphia: 1877.

1867 Directory of the Town of Savannah
There is but one post office (Savannah) in this town. Some of the residents, however, get their mail at South Butler and Clyde, in adjoining towns, and Port Byron (Pineville Box), Cayuga County.

SAVANNAH:
A post village and station on the New York Central direct road. Daily mail.

Adams, Daniel, ditcher and shoemaker
Albright, Peter, farmer 140
Allen, Charles A., cooper
Andrews, Cyrus, grain dealer and farmer 200
Beadle, Loammi, 2d, farmer 100
Beadle, Loammi, Jr., farmer 200
Beadle, Oscar, farmer leases 70
Beales, Nathan, farmer 20
Beare, Wm., farmer 54
Berger, John, Sr., farmer 110
Birch, Benona, farmer, leases 40
Bishop, Alonzo, carpenter and farmer, leases 50
Bishop, Joshua, farmer 50
Bixby, Nathan, highway commissioner, farmer 100
Blanshan, La Fever, farmer 109
Blasdell, George W., farmer, leases 75
Blasdell, Harvey, farmer 50, leases 12
Brodrick, Michael, farmer 133
Brooks, Ira, (P.O. address Port Byron - Pineville Box - Cayuga Co.) farmer, leases... Read MORE...

The Methodist Episcopal Church of Savannah was the second religious organization established in the town, dating from about 1867; their church building was erected soon after. It was dedidated in November, 1870.
History of Wayne County, New York; With Illustrations Descriptive of Its Scenery, Palatial Residences, Public Buildings, Fine Blocks, and Important Manufactories. Everts, Ensign & Everts, Publishers. Philadelphia: 1877.

The Saint Patrick's Church of Savannah (Roman Catholic) was commenced in the summer of 1875.
History of Wayne County, New York; With Illustrations Descriptive of Its Scenery, Palatial Residences, Public Buildings, Fine Blocks, and Important Manufactories. Everts, Ensign & Everts, Publishers. Philadelphia: 1877.

1895 - Savannah
HISTORY OF THE TOWN OF SAVANNAH

Savannah, the southeast corner town in Wayne county, was formed from Galen on November 24, 1825. It comprises the eastern part of lot 27 of the Military Tract, and has an area of 21,908 acres, which was originally surveyed into lots of 600 acres each. It is bounded on the north by Butler, on the east by Cayuga county, on the south by Seneca county, and on the west by Galen. The name Savannah is derived from the Latin, Sabanum, and from the Spanish, Savana or Sabada, and means, according to Webster, an extensive open plain or meadow, or a plain destitute of trees, and covered with grass. From the following description it will be seen that the town was appropriately named.

In the southern, central and northern portions the surface is broken into ridges of drift sand, which generally trend north and south. In the southwest part is an extensive swamp, covering nearly 1,900 acres. It is thickly covered with a coarse grass, which was successfully... Read MORE...

1895 - Savannah
Savannah, a post-village in Savannah township, Wayne co., N.Y., on the New York Central Railroad, 32 miles W. of Syracuse, and 6 miles E. of Clyde. It has 3 churches, a union school, and a barrel-factory. Pop. in 1890, 505. The township is bounded on the E. by the Seneca River. Pop. of the township, 1788.
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
Savannah, a post-village in Savannah township (town), Wayne co., N.Y., on the New York Central and Hudson River and the West Shore Rs., 32 miles W. of Syracuse. Pop. in 1900, 573 ; of the town, 1733.
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

Here are a list of places to visit in and around Savannah:
Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge: Located in the Finger Lakes region, this refuge is a haven for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts. It's home to a diverse range of bird species, making it a popular spot for birding and wildlife photography.

Cayuga Wine Trail: This scenic wine trail in the Finger Lakes boasts numerous wineries and vineyards. It's a great place to sample local wines, enjoy beautiful views of Cayuga Lake, and explore the charming towns along the trail.

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Del Lago Resort & Casino: Located in Waterloo, this resort offers a blend of gaming, dining, and entertainment. You can try your luck at the casino, savor delicious meals, and catch live performances in a vibrant atmosphere.

Chimney Bluffs State Park: This unique park along Lake... Read MORE...