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The Watering Trough

The old horse watering trough at the intersection of Main Street and the Garrison Road.
Crossroad sign reads:

(Top sign unintelligible), Nelsonville, New York 52, Poughkeepsie

The horse watering trough was a distinct landmark of the Village of Nelsonville dating back to before the incorporation in 1855 and lasting until 1925 when it was finally removed during the paving of Main Street.

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