The document discusses the history and development of the small town of Jeffersonville over the past 200 years. It grew from a small settlement in the early 1800s to incorporate as a town in 1832. The town's economy was initially based around mills and factories harnessing the water power of the nearby river. Later in the 1900s, Jeffersonville transitioned to a primarily residential community as industry declined and larger cities nearby became more prominent economic centers.
