Boxing and Wrestling Collection of Paul L. Stauffer
Description
Collection of boxing and wrestling ephemera, photographs, and programs compiled by Paul L. Stauffer:
National Bank and Trust bank books with records of proceeds from boxing matches, 1936-1941
Issues of the Referee Sportsman, 20 December 1937, 24 January 1938
Souvenir Pictorial Program, 24 May 1937
Scrapbook/album of photographs of boxers and wrestlers, programs, and newspaper clippings relating to the sports, 1930s-1960
Admin/Biographical History
Paul L. Stauffer, retired president of Lancaster Pump and Manufacturing Co., was business manager of the local Boxing and Wrestling Club in the 1930s and 1940s.
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Boxing and Wresting Collection of Paul L. Stauffer (MG0925), Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
This collection has not been fully cataloged, but may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Collection may not be photocopied. Please direct questions to Research Center Staff at Research@LancasterHistory.org for permission for reproduction and/or publication must be obtained in writing from LancasterHistory.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Newspaper clipping with pictures, "Scenes taken at the Kiwanis Kite Carnival held on Saturday"
Newspaper article: "Kites sail high in big carnival", August 1927. Picture of Jerry Bowman with his box kite.
Newspaper article: "First Kiwanis Club Kite Carnival a success," Richard Bowman and Robert Bowman
Hobby Show items:
Exhibitor and complimentary tickets for 8th Annual Hobby Show, 1958
Program for the 9th Annual Hobby Show, sponsored by The Optimist Club of Lancaster and The Lancaster Recreation Association. 1959. List of exhibitors, officers and committee members, judges, sponsors, classifications, and ads from local businesses.
Program for the 13th Annual Hobby Show. 1963. Information and classifications. Printed by Feldser, Lancaster.
Newspaper article: "Boy, 10, has marked ability in sketching,"
Newspaper ad for "Richard Bowman Designs Show: There's more to making kites than tying two sticks together," 1976 (2 copies)
Program for a model railroad show at Lancaster Lincoln Mercury Co., N. Prince Street and McGovern Avenue, Lancaster. December 1952 - January 1953.
9 boxes of slides: 2 of downtown Lancaster, 1 of the demolition of the Lancaster County Almshouse, 6 of North Queen Street demolition and reconstruction during late 1960s Urban Renewal. All slides are either Ektachrome or Kodachrome, and in great condition.
1 box of slides of the Flag Day parade in Lancaster in 1947. All Kodakchrome and in great condition.
9 envelopes of photographs of North Queen Street during Urban Renewal phase in the late 1960s, showing demolition of theaters, construction of the New Brunswick Hotel and post-demolition empty lots being prepared for Hess's Department Store or the Prince Street Parking Garage.
1 envelope of color and black and white negatives that may go with some of the photographs in the 9 envelopes mentioned above.
1 photograph of the Lancaster County Prison with old highway mile marker in front, c. 1975-1980
Access Conditions / Restrictions
This collection has not been cataloged, but may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org at least two weeks prior to visit.
Catharine B. Spitler Scrapbook, Book 2, 24 December 1971- 15 April 1987
Description
Catharine B. Spitler, a resident of Landisville, Pennsylvania, compiled these scrapbooks. Book one contains information primarily about World War II. The newspaper clippings include information about Lancaster natives, both men and women that were involved in World War II, including ranks and location of service. There are also articles about the United States involvement in World War II. Interesting local articles and programs discuss the World War II Memorial in West Hempfield Township. Columbia's Sesquicentennial was documented through a series of newspaper clippings located in this scrapbook.
Book two is a compilation of newspaper clippings, engagement announcements, wedding announcements and obituaries pertaining to Lancastrians. Locations around Lancaster County that were mentioned are as follows: Lancaster, Hempfield, Ephrata, Maytown and Mount Joy. An interesting subject within the second scrapbook is the1972 Flood of Lancaster (Hurricane Agnes).
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Collection Title (MG#), Box #, Folder #, (or Object ID), LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
No restrictions. Please request these items by contacting Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to your visit.
Copyright
These items may be photographed. 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.
Other Numbers
MG-434
Other Number
MG-434, Boxes 79 and 80
Classification
MG0434
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Cataloged by CRB, October 2007. Added to database, 28 September 2023.
Previously housed in the Scrapbook Collection, Books 128 and 130.
This project was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, ME60112, 2007-2008.
The Scouts of America Collection contains items related to scouting in Lancaster County, PA. The Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Explorer Post are represented with annual reports, ephemera, and newsletters that contain financial data and information about troop locations and activities.
Scrapbook of Explorer Scouts of Post 325, Troop 25 (MG0434_Box105)
Explorer Scouts Post 325 Troop 25 Album (A-60-01-001 to A-60-01-200)
Notes
Preferred Citation: Scouts of America Collection (MG0140), Folder #, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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. Persons wishing to publish any material from this collection must assume all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright or other use restrictions.
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Other Numbers
MG-140
Other Number
MG-140
Classification
MG0140
Description Level
Fonds
Custodial History
Processed and finding aid prepared in 1998-1999. Added to database 9 September 2021.
The Auto Racing Collection contains photocopies of photographs of race car drivers, newspaper articles, advertisements, and programs related to auto racing at Lancaster County speedways. The items include a history of auto racing in Lancaster County, information about J. Earl Way, and an article about a benefit for the Williams Grove Old-Timers Association.
Admin/Biographical History
J. Earl Way (1907-1997) of Salunga, Pennsylvania was a barber, dance instructor, and local band leader. He was also involved in auto racing, was a race promoter at Landisville Speedway, and wrote articles about racing for several newspapers. https://www.newspapers.com/clip/43953963/obituary-for-j-earl-way-aged-89/
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Auto Racing Collection (MG0137), Folder #, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
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.
Other Numbers
MG-137
Classification
MG0137
Description Level
Fonds
Custodial History
Processed and finding aid prepared by AS, 1999. Finding aid typed by KS, March 2013. Added to database 25 September 2021.
The Ranck Family Reunion Records contain reunion programs of the Ranck family from 1928 to 2002, lists of descendants from 1983 to 2000, minutes from 1976 to 2002, and letters and correspondence pertaining to the Ranck clan.
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Collection Title (MG#), Folder #, (or Object ID), LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Original documents may be used by researchers--contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit or request at Reference Desk.
Copyright
Collection items may be photographed. Please direct questions to Research Center Staff at Research@LancasterHistory.org. 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.
Other Numbers
MG-663
Classification
MG0663
Description Level
Fonds
Custodial History
Processed and finding aid prepared by KV, September 2013. Added to database 30 September 2021.
The Bart Self-Culture Society Collection contains items related to the Bart Self-Culture Society and the Groff family. The purpose of the society was for the members to improve themselves intellectually, morally, and socially.
Program for the Far Eastern United States International Sheep Dog Trial, 1968. Program of events with information and history of breeds and farms, advertisements for local businesses, and photographic images. The event was held at the Lancaster County Riding and Tennis Club, 20-21 September 1968.
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Collection Title (MG#), Series #, Box #, Folder #, (or Object ID), LancasterHistory, Lancaster.
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.