Williamsport
Inscription
Laid out 1795 by Michael Ross. Incorporated as a borough 1806; as a city 1866. At one time a leading lumber center of the nation. Trade and travel center for over a century.
Location
AddressWashington Blvd. between River Ave & Catherine St. (in front of M&T Bank), Williamsport
CityFaxon
CountyLycoming
StatePennsylvania
Coordinates41.250350, -76.981650
Sources
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