History of Longmont, Colorado, USA

1895 - Longmont
Long'mont, a post-village of Boulder co., Col., on the Colorado Central Railroad, 41 miles N. of Golden City, and 56 miles N.N.W. of Denver. It is surrounded by grand mountain-scenery, and in its vicinity gold and lignite are found. Two weekly newspapers are published here. Longmont has a bank, a graded school, 3 churches, and 2 flouring-mills. Pop, in 1880, 773; in 1890, 1543.
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
Longmont, a banking post-town of Boulder co., Colo., on the Colorado and Southern R. and the Burlington Route, 36 miles NNW. of Denver. It is surrounded by grand mountain-scenery and in its vicinity gold and lignite are found. Pop. in 1900, 2201.
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

1955 - UAL AIRLINER CRASH NEAR PLATTEVILLE KILLS 44 TURNING GREELEY ARMORY INTO CROWED MORGUE.
DC6B Exploded While in Air, Some Report.
By Gordon G. Gauss
LONGMONT, Colo. (AP) - A four-engine United Air Lines plane - some witnesses said it seemed to explode in the air - crashed in a northern Colorado sugar beet field Tuesday night, killing all 44 persons aboard.

The disaster hitting the New York-to-Seattle DC6B craft was the second major crash the air line has suffered in the Rocky Mountain region in less than four weeks.

A UAL airliner smashed into Medicine Bow Peak in southern Wyoming Oct. 6 for a loss of 66 lives, the nation's worst commercial aviation tragedy.

Tuesday night's crash killed 39 passengers, including an infant boy, and 5 crew members.

An airline official declined too speculate on what happened to the plane, explaining that the accounts of witnesses varied widely.

"Some say it exploded in the air, others that it hit the ground and exploded," the spokesman said. "It is difficult for us to say what took place. That probably will have to be... Read MORE...

2023 - Longmont, Colorado is a charming city with a lot to offer. Whether you're a local looking for new activities or a visitor exploring the area, there are plenty of places to go and things to do. Here's a list to get you started:
St. Vrain State Park: This beautiful park offers outdoor enthusiasts a chance to enjoy nature. You can go fishing, birdwatching, hiking, or simply have a picnic by the St. Vrain Creek.

Downtown Longmont: The heart of the city, downtown Longmont, is a vibrant area filled with shops, restaurants, and art galleries. Take a stroll along Main Street and explore the unique boutiques and eateries.

Brewery Tour: Longmont is home to several renowned craft breweries. Oskar Blues Brewery, Left Hand Brewing Company, and Wibby Brewing are just a few. Consider taking a brewery tour to sample some of the local craft beers.

Longmont Museum and Cultural Center: This museum is a great place to learn about the history and culture of Longmont. It features rotating exhibits, a hands-on history gallery, and even a vintage carousel.

Roosevelt Park: A lovely park located in the heart of Longmont, Roosevelt Park has a playground, tennis courts, a skate park, and hosts various events throughout the ... Read MORE...