Streets of Cortland – Conable Avenue
Conable Avenue lies just over the Port Watson Street bridge and is on land that once belonged to George and Frederick Conable, two brothers who came to Cortland County from Fabius in 1854. For many years, George and Frederick farmed the land as partners. They were exemplary farmers and dairymen. After about 20 years, George purchased an adjoining farm, and they separated their interests. However, they continued to work closely together for the rest of their lives. Frederick Conable was the elder of the two brothers and was born in 1825. He was married twice, first to Arville M. Coon who died inRead More →