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Collection
Transportation Collection
Title
Transportation Collection
Object ID
MG0123
Date Range
1819-1977
Subject Headings: Letters Minutes (Records) Philadelphia & Reading Railroad Co. Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike (Pa.) Posters Railroads Rates and tolls Reading & Columbia Railroad Company Street-railroads Trolley cars Search Terms: Adamstown Bittersville, Lower Windsor Twp., York County Blueprints
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Collection
Transportation Collection
Title
Transportation Collection
Description
The Transportation Collection contains documents regarding turnpikes, railroads, Conestoga Traction Co., Conestoga Transportation Co., and the Red Rose Transit Authority. The types of items include correspondence, financial papers, business papers, stock certificates, tickets, schedules, maps of routes, and a blueprint.
Date Range
1819-1977
Year Range From
1819
Year Range To
1977
Date of Accumulation
1819-1977
Creator
LancasterHistory (Organization)
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 04
People
Bitner, John R.
Boardman, Harris
Bowman, John Jacob
Boyer, Zaccur Prall
Cirt, Anna N.
Griest, William Walton
Hostetter, Albert Keller
Kemrer, Clarence M.
Knapp, Walter
Kreider, Kate
Kriebel, Howard Wiegner
McClellan, Oliver Eldridge
Royer, David
Shuman, James P.
Wohlsen, Anna
Wohlsen, Peter
Subjects
Letters
Minutes (Records)
Philadelphia & Reading Railroad Co.
Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike (Pa.)
Posters
Railroads
Rates and tolls
Reading & Columbia Railroad Company
Street-railroads
Trolley cars
Search Terms
Adamstown
Bittersville, Lower Windsor Twp., York County, Pennsylvania
Blueprints
Booklets
Brochures
Campbelltown, South Londonderry Twp., Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
Center Square Road Station
Chestnut Street
Christiana
Coatesville, Chester County, Pennsylvania
Columbia
Columbia, Ironville and Mount Joy Railroad
Conestoga Traction Company
Conestoga Transportation Company
Conewago Water and Power Company
Correspondence
Dallastown, York County, Pennsylvania
Drawings
Duke Street
East Belt line
East King Street
East Petersburg, East Hempfield Twp.
Elizabethtown
Engleside, Lancaster Twp.
Ephemera
Ephrata
Express Printing Company
Greeting cards
Hanover, York County, Pennsylvania
Hershey, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
Ironville, West Hempfield Twp.
J. G. Brill Company
Kinport Road
Lancaster
Lancaster and York Furnace Street Railway
Lancaster and Columbia Division, Conestoga Transportation Company
Lancaster and Lititz Passenger Railroad Company
Lancaster, Elizabethtown, and Middletown Turnpike
Lebanon, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
Letters
Lititz
Maple Grove
Maps
Marietta Avenue
North Market Street
Mechanicsburg, Upper Leacock Twp.
Mechanicsville, East Hempfield Twp.
Minutes
Mount Joy
Mulberry Street
National Railway Historical Society
Neffsville, Manheim Twp.
North End Photo Finishing House
North Lime Street
North Queen Street
Palmyra, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
Parkesburg, Chester County, Pennsylvania
Penn Square
Pequea Twp.
Philadelphia and Lancaster Turnpike Company
Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Company
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Photographs
Placards
Substations
President Avenue
Princess Street
Prospect Street
Quarryville
Railroads
Rates and tolls
Reading and Columbia Railroad Company
Receipts
Red Rose Transit Authority
Reports
Roads
Rocky Springs Railroad Company
Schuylkill Navigation Company
Scrapbooks
South Mountain Railroad
South Queen Street
Stock certificates
Susquehanna Railroad
Tickets
Tolls
Trolley car barns
Trolley car yards
Trolley cars
Trolleys
Turnpikes
Walnut Street
WGAL (television station)
Williams Park Station
Willow Street Turnpike
Windsor Twp., York County, Pennsylvania
WLAN (radio station)
Wrightsville, York County, Pennsylvania
York Bus Company
York Fair
York Railway Company
Extent
2 boxes, 31 folders, 1 cubic ft.
Object Name
Archive
Language
English
Object ID
MG0123
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Transportation Collection (MG0123), Folder #, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Restrictions are noted at the item level.
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-123
Classification
MG0123
Description Level
Fonds
Custodial History
Added to database 23 September 2021.
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Title
Thaddeus Stevens Commemorative Medal & Ribbon
Object ID
1930.024.001
Date Range
1930
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Title
Thaddeus Stevens Commemorative Medal & Ribbon
Description
Metal round disc with profile image of male, facing left. "THADDEUS STEVENS" in raised letters above profile; Laurel wreath under profile. Attached to ribbon 1930.025.001. Metal rectangular bar attached to top of ribbon; bar reads "LANCASTER, PA." Alice Malone, local artist, is credited with the design of the medal image.
Note: The ribbon and medal were given to LCHS by two different donors and then placed together. See 1930.025.001. The medal commemorates the Prince Hall Mason conclave held in Lancaster. Information on the Prince Hall Masons can be found in the notes section.
Provenance
See object file for additional information.
Date Range
1930
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Cabinet
Cabinet 2
Storage Shelf
Shelf 2
Storage Container
Box 0529
People
Erisman, George
Malone, Alice
Stevens, Thaddeus
Search Terms
Freemasonry
Medals
Prince Hall Masons
Ribbons
Stevens and Smith Center
Object Name
Medal, Commemorative
Height (cm)
9.525
Height (ft)
0.3125
Height (in)
3.75
Width (cm)
3.81
Width (ft)
0.125
Width (in)
1.5
Object ID
1930.024.001
Notes
Despite Stevens’ opposition to Freemasonry, the Prince Hall Masons felt a special connection to Stevens. Prince Hall, founder of this branch of Freemasonry, was an abolitionist and leader in the free Black community of eighteenth century Boston. Those who assembled in Lancaster for this particular Grand Conclave assembled, in part, to honor Stevens’ contributions to combating racism and promoting social justice.
An article that appeared in the Intelligencer Journal on Saturday, August 30, 1930 provided an important clue as to why this Grand Conclave chose to honor Stevens. The article included the subheading “Installation of New Officials Marks End of Convention Here” and contained the following text:
John Washington, of Philadelphia, was elected right eminent grand commander of the grand commandery, Knights Templar of Pennsylvania, Prince Hall affiliation, at the annual election of officers that featured the closing of the 98th annual conclave in this city on Friday.
About 250 persons, including Sir Knights and members of the Ladies’ auxiliary, participated in the parade during the afternoon. Stopping at Shreiner’s cemetery, West Chestnut and Mulberry streets, the officers placed two floral wreaths on the grave of Thaddeus Stevens.
Today, the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, consists of three subordinate lodges; an Eastern Region based in Philadelphia, a Central Region based in Harrisburg, and a Western Region based in Pittsburgh.
Accession Number
1930.024
Images
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Title
Thaddeus Stevens Commemorative Medal & Ribbon
Object ID
1930.025.001
Date Range
1930
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Title
Thaddeus Stevens Commemorative Medal & Ribbon
Description
Two-color ribbon (black on left, white on right). Ribbon reads: "98TH / GRAND / CONCLAVE / STATE / OF / PENNA. / AUG. 28-29-30." Inside of ribbon reads: "Erisman Kostumer, Mason Costume and Theatrical Supply, Geo. K. Erisman. Attached to medal 1930.024.001. Metal rectangular bar attached to top of ribbon; bar reads "LANCASTER, PA."
Note: The ribbon and medal were given to LCHS by two different donors and then placed together. See 1930.024.001. The medal commemorates the Prince Hall Mason conclave held in Lancaster. Information on the Prince Hall Masons can be found in the notes section.
Provenance
See object file for additional information.
Date Range
1930
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Cabinet
Cabinet 2
Storage Shelf
Shelf 2
Storage Container
Special History: Person
People
Erisman, George
Malone, Alice
Stevens, Thaddeus
Search Terms
Prince Hall Masons
Freemasonry
Medals
Ribbons
Object Name
Ribbon, Commemorative
Height (cm)
9.525
Height (ft)
0.3125
Height (in)
3.75
Width (cm)
3.81
Width (ft)
0.125
Width (in)
1.5
Object ID
1930.025.001
Notes
Despite Stevens’ opposition to Freemasonry, the Prince Hall Masons felt a special connection to Stevens. Prince Hall, founder of this branch of Freemasonry, was an abolitionist and leader in the free Black community of eighteenth century Boston. Those who assembled in Lancaster for this particular Grand Conclave assembled, in part, to honor Stevens’ contributions to combating racism and promoting social justice.
An article that appeared in the Intelligencer Journal on Saturday, August 30, 1930 provided an important clue as to why this Grand Conclave chose to honor Stevens. The article included the subheading “Installation of New Officials Marks End of Convention Here” and contained the following text:
John Washington, of Philadelphia, was elected right eminent grand commander of the grand commandery, Knights Templar of Pennsylvania, Prince Hall affiliation, at the annual election of officers that featured the closing of the 98th annual conclave in this city on Friday.
About 250 persons, including Sir Knights and members of the Ladies’ auxiliary, participated in the parade during the afternoon. Stopping at Shreiner’s cemetery, West Chestnut and Mulberry streets, the officers placed two floral wreaths on the grave of Thaddeus Stevens.
Today, the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, consists of three subordinate lodges; an Eastern Region based in Philadelphia, a Central Region based in Harrisburg, and a Western Region based in Pittsburgh.
Accession Number
1930.025
Images
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Strasburg Railroad Company Archives finding aid

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/lhdo13889
Date of Publication
2004.
Call Number
385 S897
Responsibility
compiled by Kurt R. Bell.
Place of Publication
Computer printout
Date of Publication
2004.
Physical Description
20 l. ; 28 cm.
Notes
Contents of the collection is housed at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, Strasburg, Pa.
Subjects
Strasburg Railroad.
Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania (Strasburg, Pa.)
Library catalogs - Pennsylvania - Lancaster County.
Additional Author
Bell, Kurt R.
Location
Lancaster History Library - Lancaster County
Call Number
385 S897
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Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Lewis and Clark Expedition
Object ID
2003.071
Date Range
2003
Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Lewis and Clark Expedition
Description
Set of medals created by the Red Rose Coin Club. 2003 set, "Preparation for Discovery" 38th commemorative set in honor of Lewis and Clark.
Plastic frame, 3 coins (2 Bronze & 1 Silver).
Date Range
2003
Made By
Red Rose Coin Club
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Cabinet
Cabinet 2
Storage Shelf
Shelf 1
Storage Container
Box 0004
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Object Name
Coin, Commemorative
Material
Bronze, Silver
Height (in)
6.5
Width (in)
6.5
Depth (in)
0.375
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
2003.071
Accession Number
2003.071
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Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Frank W. Woolworth
Object ID
2004.058
Date Range
2004
Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Frank W. Woolworth
Description
2004 Red Rose Coin Club 39th Commemorative Set, "Frank W. Woolworth"
Plastic frame, 3 coins (2 Bronze & 1 Silver).
Date Range
2004
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Cabinet
Cabinet 2
Storage Shelf
Shelf 1
Storage Container
Box 0004
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Object Name
Coin, Commemorative
Material
Bronze, Silver
Object ID
2004.058
Accession Number
2004.058
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Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Lancaster County Almshouse Bicentennial
Object ID
2007.500.5
Date Range
2001
Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Lancaster County Almshouse Bicentennial
Description
Commemorative Coin Set, "Lancaster County Almshouse"
Plastic frame, 3 coins (2 Bronze & 1 Silver).
Date Range
2001
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Cabinet
Cabinet 2
Storage Shelf
Shelf 1
Storage Container
Box 0004
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Object Name
Coin, Commemorative
Object ID
2007.500.5
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Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Harriet Lane
Object ID
2007.500.35
Date Range
2000
Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, Harriet Lane
Description
Commemorative Coin Set, "Harriet Lane"
Plastic frame, 3 coins (2 Bronze & 1 Silver).
Date Range
2000
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Cabinet
Cabinet 2
Storage Shelf
Shelf 1
Storage Container
Box 0004
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Object Name
Coin, Commemorative
Object ID
2007.500.35
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Rails along the east branch: the Delaware & Northern Railroad

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/lhdo18166
Author
Ham, John M.
Date of Publication
2006.
Call Number
385 H198
Responsibility
by John M. Ham & Robert K. Bucenec.
Author
Ham, John M.
Place of Publication
Hunter, New York
Publisher
Stony Clove & Catskill Mountain Press ,
Date of Publication
2006.
Physical Description
208 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Summary
A brief early history traces its beginnings as the Delaware & Eastern. Then the journey continues through reorganization as the Delaware & Northern on to its eventual abandonment. This book includes the planned extension to Schenectady; the Pepacton Reservoir project; the local milk and lumber industries; acid factories; early tourism; connections to the U&D (Ulster and Delaware Railroad) and NYO&W (The New York, Ontario and Western Railway); steam rosters; and the towns served.
Subjects
Delaware and Northern Railroad - History.
Delaware and Eastern Railroad - History.
The Schenectady & Margaretville Railroad - History.
Railroads - New York.
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
385 H198
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Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, 50th Anniversary of the Red Rose Coin Club
Object ID
2008.040
Date Range
2008
Collection
Red Rose Coin Club Collection
Title
Red Rose Coin Club, 50th Anniversary of the Red Rose Coin Club
Description
"50th Anniversary of Red Rose Coin Club / 43rd commemorative medal issued by Red Rose Coin Club, Inc. ..."
Plastic frame, 3 coins (2 Bronze & 1 Silver).
Date Range
2008
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Cabinet
Cabinet 2
Storage Shelf
Shelf 1
Storage Container
Box 0004
Subcategory
Exchange Medium
Object Name
Coin, Commemorative
Length (in)
6.5
Width (in)
6.5
Dimension Details
in case
Object ID
2008.040
Accession Number
2008.040
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