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February 5, 2010
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Friday, February 5, 2010
Information About the Pelham Manor Water Works Published in 1892
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Immediately upon incorporation of the Village of Pelham Manor in 1891,
efforts were undertaken to secure a more reliable water system for the
growing population of the area. A brief report contained in the 1892
edition of "The Manual of American Water-Works" sheds light on the efforts
to secure such a water source. The entry is quoted in full below,
followed by a citation to its source.
"140. PELHAM MANOR, Westchester Co. (Pop. of town in '80, 2540.)
History.--Construction begun Mar. 1, '91, by Pelham Heights Co., in
connection with sewers and street improvements; to be completed by Nov. 1,
'92. Engrs., J.F. Fairchild and G.H. Eldridge. Contrs., Fogg & Scribner,
Mt. Vernon. Supply.--New Rochelle Water Co.'s works.
Distribution--Mains. 8 to 4-in. c. f., about 6 miles; from R. D. Wood &
Co., Philadelphia. Hydrants, 35. Financial.--Corp. stock: authorized,
$350,000. Management.--Prest., Benj. Fairchild, Pelhamville. Secy. and
Treas., Paul Gorham, 155 Broadway. Report by C. E. Fogg, July 31, '91."
Source: Baker, M.N., ed.,
The Manual of American Water-Works
Compiled from Special Returns Containing the History, Distribution,
Consumption, Revenue and Expenses, Cost, Debt and Sinking Fund, etc. etc.,
of the Water-Works of the United States and Canada with Summaries for Each
Statet and Group of States, and Classification by Size of Towns Having
Works - 1891, Vol. 3, p. 86 (NY, NY: Engineering News
Publishing Co. 1892).
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