Demographics in Our Town The Census Report of 1880 indicates that there were 1,127 inhabitants in the Town of Conesville. Currently, the population has fallen to 678. To conclude, our town is shrinking. Is this good or bad for the town? You decide. Here is a breakdown of today’s [...]
The Early Days A written history of the town goes back to around 1754, when letters for a patent were issued to Ury Richtmyer (German Immigrant). He was presented with two tracts of land. Ury settled in 1764. He died at home in August 1769. However, it wasn't until 1836, that [...]
A Stone Bridge Once Stood in Conesville There was once a stone bridge, that crossed the Bearkill. Sadly, it has gone. Today, a newer more recent bridge takes its place. The stone bridges of years gone by were amazing examples of the stone-mason's skill and ingenuity. Two still stand in the [...]
