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Collection
Swisher and McElree Family Papers
Object ID
MG0918
  1 document  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Swisher and McElree Family Papers
Description
This collection contains documents and ephemera related to the Swisher and McElree families of Lancaster County.
Custodial History
Transferred from Document Collection Box 33, Folder 8, Items 1-12, 15 April 2022.
Year Range From
1788
Year Range To
1919
Date of Accumulation
1788-1919
Creator
LancasterHistory (Organization)
People
Geyer, George S.
Groff, Fred F.
Huber, Christian S.
Huber, Hettie Ann Swisher
Kohr, John
Kohr, John Jr.
McElree, Catharine
McElree, Esther Ann
McElree, Joseph
McElree, Letitia
McElree, Martha Ann
McElree, Mary
McElree, Rachel
McElree, Rachel Rockafield
Moore, J. P.
Reese, Letitia
Strine, John Jacob
Swisher, Albert
Swisher, Catharine Jane
Swisher, Christen
Swisher, Eliza
Swisher, Elizabeth
Swisher, Elizabeth R. McElree
Swisher, Francinah
Swisher, James Henry
Swisher, John
Swisher, Patrick B.
Swisher, Rachel
Swisher, Robert
Subjects
Family records
Search Terms
Bills of sale
Family records
Finding aids
Manuscript groups
Marriage certificates
Memorial cards
Probate records
Extent
2 folders
Object Name
Archive
Language
English
Accession Number
1967.63
Object ID
MG0918
Other Numbers
MG-918
Other Number
MG-918
Classification
MG0918
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives North
Wall
Side 28
Related Item Notes
Photographs 1-05-01-39 to 1-05-01-44
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Swisher and McElree Family Papers, 1788-1919 (MG0918), Box #, Folder #, (or Object ID), LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
No restrictions.
Copyright
Collection may not be photocopied. Please direct questions to Research Center Staff at research@lancasterhistory.org. Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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Collection
Gibney Road Property Records
Object ID
MG0919
  1 document  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Gibney Road Property Records
Description
This collection contains deeds, indentures, articles of agreement, descriptions of property and a land draft pertaining to property on Gibney Road in West Lampeter Twp. and one deed for property in Penn Twp.
Custodial History
Transferred from Document Collection Box 33, Folder 9, 15 April 2022.
Year Range From
1846
Year Range To
1955
Date of Accumulation
1846-1955
Creator
LancasterHistory (Organization)
People
Mylin, Abraham S.
Harnish, Michael
Kreider, John
Beichler, Christian
Kreider, George H.
Spring, Jacob
Kendig, David
Kendig, Susan
Doulin, Wilmer J.
Kendig, John M.
Landis, Musser C., Sr.
Landis, Esther
Kline, Abraham
Brown, Henry G.
McMullen, Elizabeth
McMullen, James
Gantz, Jacob
Subjects
Deeds
Search Terms
Finding aids
Manuscript groups
Deeds
Indentures
Property records
Land drafts
Extent
8 folders
Object Name
Archive
Language
English
Accession Number
2004.MG0919
Object ID
MG0919
Other Numbers
MG-919
Other Number
MG-919
Classification
MG0919
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives North
Wall
Side 28
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Gibney Road Property Records, 1846-1955 (MG0919), Box #, Folder #, (or Object ID), LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
No restrictions.
Copyright
Collection may not be photocopied. Please direct questions to Research Center Staff at research@lancasterhistory.org. Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In01
Date Range
1860/04/25
  3 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Letter from Thaddeus Stevens to unknown recipient stating that he has seen Mr. [ ___ ] and Mr. Haldeman and proposes a paper book. Harrisburg.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 1, Item 1
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
Date Range
1860/04/25
Creation Date
25 April 1860
Creator
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
People
Stevens, Thaddeus
Subjects
Letters
Search Terms
Correspondence
Letters
Extent
1 item, 1 page to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In01
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 1
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In01
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In02
Date Range
1860/05/07
  3 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Letter from Thaddeus Stevens to Thomas E. Franklin reporting that he finished the paper book and asks Franklin to go to the Supreme Court to let his cases go until the end of his term as, if he goes to Chicago, the length of his absence is uncertain. Washington, D.C.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 1, Item 2
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
Date Range
1860/05/07
Creation Date
7 May 1860
Creator
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
People
Stevens, Thaddeus
Franklin, Thomas Erben
Subjects
Letters
Search Terms
Correspondence
Letters
Extent
1 item, 1 page to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In02
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 2
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In02
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In03
Date Range
1860/12/19
  3 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Photostatic copy of a letter from Thaddeus Stevens stating that he had expected to be back sooner, but had a touch of rheumatism; mentions that humiliations go on and states that Buchanan is a traitor. Caledonia.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 2
Date Range
1860/12/19
Creation Date
19 December 1860
Creator
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
People
Stevens, Thaddeus
Buchanan, James
Subjects
Letters
Health
Search Terms
Buchanan Collections
Correspondence
Health
James Buchanan
James Buchanan Presidential Library
Letters
Politics
Extent
1 item, 2 pages to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In03
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 3
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In03
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. This item is a facsimile--researchers must obtain permission for reproduction and publication from the owner of the original material. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In04
Date Range
1861/04/18
  3 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Letter of recommendation from Thaddeus Stevens for Samuel L. Hartman who was seeking employment. Lancaster.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 3, Item 1
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
Date Range
1861/04/18
Creation Date
18 April 1861
Creator
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
People
Stevens, Thaddeus
Hartman, Samuel L.
Subjects
Letters
Employment references
Search Terms
Correspondence
Letters
Letters of recommendation
Extent
1 item, 1 page to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In04
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 4
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In04
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Documents
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In05
Date Range
1861/04/24
  3 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Letter of recommendation from Thaddeus Stevens to Hon. William B. Thomas for J. J. Cochran who was seeking employment with Judge Hibsman and H. A. Zook. Lancaster. With transcription.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 3, Item 2
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
Date Range
1861/04/24
Creation Date
24 April 1861
Creator
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
People
Cochran, J. J.
Stevens, Thaddeus
Thomas, William B.
Zook, H. A.
Subjects
Letters
Employment references
Search Terms
Correspondence
Letters
Letters of recommendation
Extent
2 items, 3 pages to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In05
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 5
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In05
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Documents
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In06
Date Range
1862/12
  2 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Photocopy of letter from Levi S. Reist to Thaddeus Stevens regarding a friend who was drafted into the military and pleading for his discharge by asking Stevens to speak to the governor. Lancaster. 15 December 1862.
Photocopy of Thaddeus Stevens' request to Gov. Curtin to "Do something for this man if possible," regarding Levi S. Reist. Washington. 19 December 1862.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 4
Date Range
1862/12
Creation Date
15 December 1862; 19 December 1862
Creator
Reist, Levi S., 1817-1892
People
Curtin, Andrew Gregg
Reist, Levi S.
Stevens, Thaddeus
Other Creators
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
Subjects
Draft
Letters
Military discharge
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865
Search Terms
Civil War
Correspondence
Draft
Letters
Military discharge
Extent
2 items, 6 pages to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In06
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 6
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In06
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. This item is a facsimile--researchers must obtain permission for reproduction and publication from the owner of the original material. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Documents
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In07
Date Range
1863/06/02
  3 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Letter from Thaddeus Stevens to O. J. Dickey stating that he will attend to the clothing, equipment, etc., he has heard nothing of the battle and is anxious to hear good news. Harrisburg.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 5, Item 1
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
Date Range
1863/06/02
Creation Date
2 June 1863
Creator
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
People
Stevens, Thaddeus
Dickey, Oliver James
Subjects
Letters
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865
Search Terms
Civil War
Correspondence
Letters
Extent
1 item, 2 pages to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In07
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 7
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In07
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Documents
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In08
Date Range
1863/07/07
  3 documents  
Description Level
Item
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Description
Letter from Thaddeus Stevens to Col. O. J. Dickey regarding troop movement with Meade's and Lee's armies, Harrisburg, Gettysburg and Vicksburg. Harrisburg.
Custodial History
Added to database 18 April 2022.
Old # MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 5, Item 2
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
Date Range
1863/07/07
Creation Date
7 July 1863
Creator
Stevens, Thaddeus, 1792-1868
People
Dickey, Oliver James
Lee, Robert Edward
Meade, George Gordon
Stevens, Thaddeus
Subjects
Gettysburg, Battle of, Gettysburg, Pa., 1863
Letters
United States--History--Civil War, 1861-1865
Vicksburg (Miss.)--History--Civil War, 1861-1865
Vicksburg (Miss.)--History--Siege, 1863
Search Terms
Civil War
Correspondence
Battle of Gettysburg
Letters
Vicksburg, Seige of
Extent
1 item, 2 pages to scan
Object Name
Letter
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F003_In08
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 3, Insert 8
Classification
MG0115
MG0115_P01
MG0115_P01_F003_In08
Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Room
Archives South
Wall
Side 03
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish.
LancasterHistory retains the rights to the digital images and content presented. The doctrine of fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission from the copyright holder. Fair use includes comment, criticism, teaching, and private scholarship. Any images and data downloaded, printed or photocopied for these purposes should provide a citation. All other uses beyond those allowed by fair use require written permission.
Permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory. Persons wishing to publish any material from this site must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions. Publication fees may apply.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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