02941cam a22003493u 4500 76040 UtSlPG 20260610134747.0 m cr n 260607r20251822utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 F106 Ruggles, Philo T. (Philo Taylor), 1803-1894 A house with a history Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2025 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2025-05-07 Carla Foust, Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "A house with a history by Philo T. Ruggles" is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book offers an engaging portrait of the renowned Roger Morris (or Jumel) Mansion, one of the oldest surviving residences on Manhattan Island. It traces the mansion’s rich legacy, architectural features, and the notable individuals and families connected to it. The likely topic of the book is the history and ownership transitions of this distinguished property, including its architectural details, its role in American history, and its eventual involvement in significant legal and financial disputes. The book begins by contrasting Manhattan's ever-changing urban landscape with the enduring presence of the Morris/Jumel Mansion. It details the mansion's unique architecture, its luxurious interiors, and the idyllic grounds that set it apart from modern city dwellings. The narrative explores its historical significance during the Revolutionary War, when George Washington used it as his headquarters, and follows its transition through various owners—including British loyalist Col. Roger Morris, the wealthy Jumel family, and links to prominent figures like Aaron Burr. The account closes with the complicated legal battles over the estate after Madame Jumel’s death, culminating in a public auction of the property and its substantial surrounding land. The book paints a vivid picture of the mansion's past and its importance both as a historic site and as a symbol of changing fortunes in New York City. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: New York: Charles Hamilton & Co., 1882 Historic buildings -- New York (State) -- New York Morris-Jumel Mansion (Museum) -- History Mansions -- New York (State) -- New York Washington Heights (New York, N.Y.) -- History https://archive.org/details/housewithhistory00rugg/page/n1/mode/2up https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/76040 116765 116765