Columbia
Originally Wright's Ferry, founded by John Wright in 1726. An early center for turnpike, canal and railroad activity, at an important Susquehanna River crossing. First bridge built in 1812.
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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov
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