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The Great Pike Fire of 1909

A mysterious fire in the middle of a summer night sparked one of the most devastating fires ever to consume a WNY community. Traces of the event still remain in this Wyoming County village.
Harvesting the Land, Reaching the Sky

The Buffalo Pitts Company's thresher made its mark in agricultural history right behind McCormick's reaper. Little known, though, was the company's pioneering aeronautical efforts that anticipated flight patterns to come.
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The Buffalo Pitts Company - c.1900
Lackawanna Local Hero: Life and Times of Colonel Jean Baptiste Weber

The Congressman, traveler, farmer and writer is remembered. 
Last Look: The Lake and Rail Elevator

The Lake and Rail Elevator was built in four steps over the years 1927 to 1930, reaching a total capacity of 4,400,000 bushels.
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Makers, Moments & Memorabilia

Buffalo's rich sports history is shared through stories, photos, and artifacts spanning more than a century. A must-have for the sports enthusiast on your list!
Buffalo Harbor

Photo reprint of "Buffalo Harbor". Makes for great nostalgic décor or a great gift!
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