Tales
Books & Writings
Gerald R. Smith is the author or co-author of six books on Broome County. All books are available through the Broome County Historical Society at 185 Court Street, Binghamton, NY 13901 or by going to their website at www.broomehistory.org. He also writes the Southern Tier Throwback and Spanning Time columns that appear on Fridays and Saturdays in the Press & Sun-Bulletin. Go to www.pressconnects.com to see those items.
List of Books
Mysteries from the Vault
Artifacts and Their Stories from the Collections of the Broome County Historical Society
Take a trip through history with a few of the more interesting items in the Historical Society's 200,000 item collection.
On the Seamy Side of the Street
Colorful Characters from Broome County's History
A book co-authored with George Basler that looks at some "interesting' characters from our past including serial killers, crooked politicians, famous madams, and more.
Partners All
A History of Broome County, New York
The first full history of Broome County since the early 1900s. This 400+ page book covers the area from pre-hstory to the present, with chapters of every town, village, and city in the county.
Sweeping Across America
Stories of Broome County Citizens in American History
Broome County residents or future residents can be found playing important roles in major American history events -- from the time of the Revolution to the post-Second World War period.
That Happened Here?
More Saints and Sinners from Broome County's History
A sequel to On the Seamy Side of the Street, once again with co-author George Basler, take a look at more interesting characters -- from the man on the street to those who found their 15 minutes of fame.
The Valley of Opportunity
A Pictorial History of the Greater Binghamton Area
Leaf through history of the Triple Cities area with more than 300 photographs, maps, and illustrations that show how this area truly became a Valley of Opportunity to thousands.