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Broome, NYNo zip code
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Historic PlacesThe town was one of the six original towns when the county was formed in 1797. Originally, named the "Town of Bristol," the name was changed to "Broome" in 1811. Few settlers came to Broome until after the American Revolution.
HISTORY OF THE TOWN OF BROOME. Points of InterestThe town is named after John Broome. John Broome (1738 - August 1810) was an American politician who was Lieutenant Governor of New York from 1804 to 1810. The following from Wikipedia.org Bates (formerly "Bates Hollow") -- A hamlet in the southeast part of the town. Franklinton (also called "The Vly") -- A location in the north-central part of Broome on NY-145, south of Vlaie Pond. Hauversville -- A hamlet near the east town line. Livingstonville -- A hamlet in the southeast part of the town on NY-145 and Catskill Creek. Pine Grove -- A location northwest of Hauversville. Vlaie Pond -- A small lake in the north part of Broome. Vlaie Pond-Franklinton Wildlife Management Area -- A conservation area by Vlai Pond.
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