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Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Agriculture

"Many mills that lined the Sandy River banks, were wiped out time and again. Due to their necessity for survival of the community, they were most…"

Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Railroad into the Village

"… of the bridge now being constructed from the left bank of the Sandy River, across the intervening intervale, to their new depot grounds in this…"

Farmington: Franklin County's Shiretown - Brief History

"The banks, stores and insurance companies flourished. Soon, a much-needed hospital would be established on South Street."

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