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County history today

Feb. 12

— 1836 – Cornplanter, a significant Native American leader, passed away near Chautauqua County at the Cornplanter Grant.

— 1897 – Summer cottages at Lakewood were burglarized, highlighting early crime concerns in the area.

— 1907 – Jamestown’s black pioneer and underground railroad activist, Catharine Harris, died, leaving behind a lasting legacy of courage and activism.

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