Fall River: Its Rise and Progress, 1803-1876 offers a detailed historical account of Fall River, Massachusetts, from its early beginnings to its flourishing industrial era. Authored by Henry Hilliard Earl, this book meticulously chronicles the town's transformation, emphasizing its economic and social development. From its initial establishment in 1803 to its significant progress through 1876, the narrative highlights Fall River's key milestones, including the growth of its textile industry and its evolution into a prominent manufacturing center. Earl's work provides valuable insights into the daily lives of Fall River's inhabitants, capturing the essence of a community shaped by industry and innovation. It serves as a vital resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the dynamic interplay of economic forces and societal change in 19th-century New England. This historical record preserves the legacy of Fall River, celebrating its enduring impact on American industrial history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.