Nineveh, New York facts for kids
Nineveh is a small community in Broome County, New York. It's often called a hamlet, which means it's a tiny village without its own local government. About fifty homes are located here, right by the Susquehanna River. Nineveh is part of the larger Town of Colesville and is close to the city of Binghamton.
The name Nineveh comes from an ancient city called Nineveh. That old city was very important in the ancient kingdom of Assyria, which is now part of Iraq.
Nineveh is located along the railway tracks of the Delaware and Hudson Railway. You can also see a special bridge, called a trestle, there. The main road through Nineveh is New York State Route 7. Along this road, you'll find a few small shops that help the people living in Nineveh with their everyday needs.
In June 2006, the Susquehanna River had a lot of flooding. This caused many homes along the riverbanks in Nineveh to be covered in water.
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People from Nineveh
Nineveh has been home to some interesting people who achieved great things.
Charles S. Butler (1870–1946)
Charles S. Butler was a doctor who lived from 1870 to 1946. He also served as a member of the New York State Assembly. This means he was a representative who helped make laws for the state of New York.
Emma Augusta Fox (1847–1945)
Emma Augusta Fox was an author and a teacher. She taught women's groups about "parliamentary practice." This is a set of rules used to run meetings fairly and efficiently, like how people speak, vote, and make decisions in a group.
Johnny Hart (1931–2007)
Johnny Hart was a famous artist and writer. He created popular comic strips like B.C. and The Wizard of Id. Many people around the world enjoyed his funny and clever comics.
