Arnold’s Manor would begin an architectural decline that terminated with its burning in May 1896.

Cyrus advertised the new hotel as a “first-class country hotel” and that supplies, guides and boats were available.

The hotel’s business started slow and was beginning to pick up when Cyrus drowned at Limekiln Lake in November 1872.

He and his 10-year-old son Will were deer hunting with Daniel Sears, Sam Dunakin and Jack Sheppard. Continue reading →