The Alexanders were a prominent family in the early history of Monongahela. Joseph Alexander came to Williamsport (Monongahela) in 1828 and started his career as a Merchant. He also founded the first bank in Monongahela. Click here for more information about the Alexander Family. Here is a home that was owned by a member of... Continue Reading →
Catsburg!
There is a very old section of Monongahela formerly known as Catsburg. Here is a map showing what this area looked like in 1902. I first became interested in Catsburg while reading the "Historical magazine of Monongahela's old homecoming week. Sept. 6-13, 1908". This publication isn't really a magazine like we think of today rather... Continue Reading →
D.E. Gamble Elevator and Warehouse
Mr. Gamble was also a director for The First National Bank of Monongahela. Below is a larger picture showing the building. Well, what does the building look like 100 years later? The building has been altered but is easily recognizable. The wooden sign and roof structure have been removed. If you check out the larger... Continue Reading →
Lost Monongahela 