History of Greene, New York, USA

1792 (Greene) - The settlement of the town was commenced in 1792, on lot 11, on the site of the present village of Greene, by Stephen KETCHUM, who came from Ballston Spa, Saratoga county, with an ox team to Oxford, and thence on a raft to his place

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(Greene) - was formed from the Town of Bainbridge and the Town of Union ( Broome County, New York) in 1798. More was added to Greene form Bainbridge (then "Jericho) in 1799.

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1806 - Part of Greene was taken to form the town of Coventry.

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1808 - Part of Greene was taken to form the town of Smithville.

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1836 - Greene
GREENE, formed from Union and Jericho, 9th March, 1798; limits since reduced; surface hilly and much broken; the soil is, however, generally of good quality and heavily timbered; the Chenango river flows S. W. and diagonally through it and its valley contains rich alluvial flats. Greene, Chenango Forks, and Carter's Corners, are villages. Greene, village upon the river, the Chenango canal and the Ulster and Cayuga turnpike, 126 miles S. W. from Albany, and 20 from Norwich, has a post office, 1 Episcopal and 1 Presbyterian, churches, 7 stores, 2 taverns, and about 50 dwellings; a toll bridge crosses the river, here, about 200 feet wide. Chenango Forks, at the junction of the Chenango and Tioughnioga rivers, 30 miles S. W. from Norwich, contains a post office called Genegansette, 1 Presbyterian, church, 4 stores, 2 taverns, 1 grist, 2 saw mills, and about 30 dwellings; there is a toll bridge over the two rivers. Carter's Corners, 23 miles S. W. from Norwich, 3 W. from Greene, has 2... Read MORE...

1840 - Part of Greene was taken to form the town of Barker.

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In 1842, the Village of Greene was incorporated, setting itself off from the town.

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1854 - Greene
Greene, a post-township forming the S.W. extremity of Chenango co.. N. Y. Pop., 3768.
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.

1859
GREENE, a township in Chenango co. in New York, 120 m. WSW of Albany. Pop. 3,462.
A Gazetteer of the World: Or, Dictionary of Geographical Knowledge, Publisher A. Fullarton, 1859

1869 - Greene
GREENE, named in honor of General Nathaniel Greene, was formed from Union (Broome Co.) and Jericho, (now Bainbridge,) March 15, 1798. A part of Jericho was annexed in 1799. Coventry was taken off in 1806 and Smithville in 1808. A part of Barker (Broome Co.) was taken off in 1840 and a part of Coventry in 1843. It lies in the south-west corner of the County. That part of the original township of Greene lying east of Chenango River was included in a purchase made by the State from the Oneida and Tuscarora Indians in 1785. The lands were subsequently sold by the State to individuals. The surface of the town is a rolling and hilly upland. The hills rise from 500 to 700 feet above the river and are broken by the ravines of the streams. Chenango River enters the town near the north-east corner and leaves if near the south-west corner, passing diagonally through the town near the center. The valley of this stream is about a mile wide and is very productive. Chenango Canal passes through this ... Read MORE...

1895 - Greene
Greene, a post-village in Greene township, Chenango co., N.Y., on the Chenango River, and on the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad, 19 miles N.N.E. of Binghamton, and 22 miles S.W. of Norwich. It has a bank, 5 churches, a newspaper office, a union school, a furnace, and a foundry. Pop. 1067; of the township, 3164.
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

1916
Greene, a banking post-village in Greene township (town), Chenango co., N.Y., on the Chenango River and on the Lackawanna R., 22 miles SW. of Norwich. Pop. in 1900, 1236; of the town, 3152.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

In 1945 the Gross Flat flying field was purchased by Robert Barrows and the Greene Airport was established. (Greene, NY)

Whether you're a local resident or a visitor passing through, there are plenty of places to go and things to do in Greene. Here's a list to help you make the most of your time in this lovely town:
1. Genegantslet Golf Club:
If you're a golf enthusiast, you'll enjoy a day at the Genegantslet Golf Club. This 18-hole course is beautifully landscaped, offering a fun and challenging experience for golfers of all levels.

2. Chenango Valley State Park:
Just a short drive from Greene, this state park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. You can go hiking, fishing, swimming, or simply have a picnic while enjoying the picturesque views. The park also has campsites if you want to extend your stay.

3. Genegantslet State Forest:
For a more rugged outdoor adventure, explore the Genegantslet State Forest. It's a great spot for hiking, birdwatching, and wildlife photography. The forest is particularly stunning during the fall foliage season.

4. Raymond Corporation Museum:
Greene is home to the Raymond Corporation, a global leader in material handling. Their museum offers an intriguing look into the history of the company and the development of forklift technology.

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