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Petition

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/93d53863-16d7-4d7b-a7d8-872152158157
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0210 I004
Date Range
1859/04
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Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Date Range
1859/04
Year
1859
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0003
People
Oberholser, Daniel
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Bridges
Conestoga Creek
Creeks
Daniel Oberholser's Mill
Earl Twp.
Fairville, East Earl Twp.
Harrisburg Turnpike
Mills
Orders
Petitions
Reports
Roads
Turnpikes
Place
Earl Twp.
Object Name
Petition
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0210 I004
Box Number
003
Additional Notes
Court term: April 1859.
Location: On the road leading from the Harrisburg Turnpike to Fairville, East Earl Twp., at Daniel Oberholser's Mill.
Document types: Petition for appointment of viewers.
Order and report of viewers.
2 items, 2 pieces
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
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Register

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/45bc311f-3355-41ed-9eab-499956937330
Collection
Black History Collection
Title
"Negro Entry Book, 1820-1849" or "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons"
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F002_It01
Date Range
1820-1849
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Collection
Black History Collection
Title
"Negro Entry Book, 1820-1849" or "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons"
Description
"Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons, 1820-1849." This volume was also called the "Negro Registry" or "Negro Entry Book." The volume contains entries of free persons of color in Lancaster City who were required to register with the Mayor's Office from 1820-1849.
Date Range
1820-1849
Creation Date
1820-1849
Year Range From
1820
Year Range To
1849
Creator
Lancaster (Pa.). Mayor’s Office
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 06
Subjects
African Americans--History
Demographic surveys
Free Black people
Indexes
Lancaster (Pa.)
Lancaster (Pa.). Mayor’s Office
Search Terms
Demographic surveys
Free persons of color
Indexes
Lancaster
Persons of color
Extent
1 item, 188 pages (many are blank and were not photographed)
Object Name
Register
Language
English
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F002_It01
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Related Item Notes
Microfilm of the volume is found in the research center in Drawer 3, sec. 2, #205, and the transcription is also available in the research center with call no. 326 L244h.
See also the index (MG0240_Ser02_F001) and the transcription
(MG0240_Ser02_F003)
Black History Collection (MG0240) https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/2b3d42c6-a313-4ebc-966f-516114048136
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Black History Collection (MG0240), Series 2, Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL. Date accessed (day, month, year).
LancasterHistory is committed to preserving and providing access to materials chronicling Lancaster County's heritage. As a historical resource, this document reflects the racial prejudices and actions of the era. In order to maintain the historical integrity and context of collection items, LancasterHistory does not censor historical documents or edit language, titles, or organization names when transcribing original content.
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment--contact research@lancasterhistory.org prior to visit. Restricted access for the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons" found in Series 2, Folder 2: Use transcript in Folder 3 or microfilm.
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.
Other Numbers
MG-240, Series 2
Other Number
MG-240, Series 2, Folder 2, Item 1
Classification
MG0240
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Processed prior to 1997 and updated from 2007-present. Added to database on 18 January 2022.
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
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Form

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/d2a79232-6848-41c7-b610-444641699400
Collection
Black History Collection
Title
Booklet of blank forms
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F002_It02
Date Range
1830s
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  1 document  
Collection
Black History Collection
Title
Booklet of blank forms
Description
Booklet of blank forms used in the 1830s by the Mayor's Office of the city of Lancaster to record information for the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons" according to the "ordinance prescribing regulations concerning free persons of colour." Found loose within the "Mayor's Register."
Date Range
1830s
Creation Date
1830s
Creator
Lancaster (Pa.). Mayor’s Office
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 06
Subjects
African Americans--History
Blank forms
Demographic surveys
Free Black people
Lancaster (Pa.)
Lancaster (Pa.). Mayor’s Office
Search Terms
Blank forms
Demographic surveys
Free persons of color
Lancaster
Persons of color
Extent
1 item, 22 pages to scan
Object Name
Form
Language
English
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F002_It02
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Related Item Notes
Black History Collection (MG0240) https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/2b3d42c6-a313-4ebc-966f-516114048136
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Black History Collection (MG0240), Series 2, Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL. Date accessed (day, month, year).
LancasterHistory is committed to preserving and providing access to materials chronicling Lancaster County's heritage. As a historical resource, this document reflects the racial prejudices and actions of the era. In order to maintain the historical integrity and context of collection items, LancasterHistory does not censor historical documents or edit language, titles, or organization names when transcribing original content.
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment--contact research@lancasterhistory.org prior to visit. Restricted access for the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons" found in Series 2, Folder 2: Use transcript in Folder 3 or microfilm.
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.
Other Numbers
MG-240, Series 2
Other Number
MG-240, Series 2, Folder 2, Item 2
Classification
MG0240
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Processed prior to 1997 and updated from 2007-present. Added to database on 18 January 2022.
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
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Index

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/1a4012f8-adb4-427e-a01e-204592663190
Collection
Black History Collection
Title
Index to the "Negro Entry Book" [or "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons"], 1820-1849
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F001
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  1 document  
Collection
Black History Collection
Title
Index to the "Negro Entry Book" [or "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons"], 1820-1849
Description
Index to the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons" [or "Negro Entry Book"], 1820-1849. Compiled by Dr. Leroy T. Hopkins, Jr.
Creator
Hopkins, Leroy
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 06
People
Hopkins, Leroy T., Jr.
Subjects
African Americans--History
Demographic surveys
Free Black people
Indexes
Lancaster (Pa.)
Search Terms
Demographic surveys
Free persons of color
Indexes
Lancaster
Persons of color
Extent
1 item, 10 pages to scan
Object Name
Index
Language
English
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F001
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Related Item Notes
See the original volume (MG0240_Ser02_F002_It01) and the transcription (MG0240_Ser02_F003)
Black History Collection (MG0240) https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/2b3d42c6-a313-4ebc-966f-516114048136
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Black History Collection (MG0240), Series 2, Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL. Date accessed (day, month, year).
LancasterHistory is committed to preserving and providing access to materials chronicling Lancaster County's heritage. As a historical resource, this document reflects the racial prejudices and actions of the era. In order to maintain the historical integrity and context of collection items, LancasterHistory does not censor historical documents or edit language, titles, or organization names when transcribing original content.
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment--contact research@lancasterhistory.org prior to visit. Restricted access for the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons" found in Series 2, Folder 2: Use transcript in Folder 3 or microfilm.
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.
Other Numbers
MG-240, Series 2
Other Number
MG-240, Series 2, Folder 1
Classification
MG0240
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Processed prior to 1997 and updated from 2007-present. Added to database on 18 January 2022.
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
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Transcript

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/096b7a76-3f9e-463e-9afc-914656484013
Collection
Black History Collection
Title
Transcription of the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons," 1820-1849
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F003
Date Range
1984
L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L a n c a s t e r H i s t o r y �L
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Collection
Black History Collection
Title
Transcription of the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons," 1820-1849
Description
Transcription of the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons" [or "Negro Entry Book"], 1820-1849. Transcribed by Dr. Leroy T. Hopkins, Jr. 1984.
System of Arrangement
Arranged by date of entry.
Date Range
1984
Creation Date
1984
Creator
Hopkins, Leroy
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 06
People
Hopkins, Leroy T., Jr.
Subjects
African Americans--History
Demographic surveys
Free Black people
Lancaster (Pa.)
Search Terms
Demographic surveys
Free persons of color
Lancaster
Persons of color
Extent
1 item, 49 pages to scan
Object Name
Transcript
Language
English
Object ID
MG0240_Ser02_F003
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Related Item Notes
See the original volume (MG0240_Ser02_F002_It01) and the transcription (MG0240_Ser02_F003)
Black History Collection (MG0240) https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/2b3d42c6-a313-4ebc-966f-516114048136
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Black History Collection (MG0240), Series 2, Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL. Date accessed (day, month, year).
LancasterHistory is committed to preserving and providing access to materials chronicling Lancaster County's heritage. As a historical resource, this document reflects the racial prejudices and actions of the era. In order to maintain the historical integrity and context of collection items, LancasterHistory does not censor historical documents or edit language, titles, or organization names when transcribing original content.
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment--contact research@lancasterhistory.org prior to visit. Restricted access for the "Mayor's Register of Coloured Persons" found in Series 2, Folder 2: Use transcript in Folder 3 or microfilm.
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.
Other Numbers
MG-240, Series 2
Other Number
MG-240, Series 2, Folder 3
Classification
MG0240
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Processed prior to 1997 and updated from 2007-present. Added to database on 18 January 2022.
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
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Petition

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/2a0a3e6b-e080-4175-b779-244737186716
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0670 I003
Date Range
1855/08
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Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Date Range
1855/08
Year
1855
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0010
People
Good, Daniel
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Bridges
Creeks
Daniel Good's Ford
Fords
Inspections
Orders
Pequea Creek
Pequea Twp.
Petitions
Providence Twp.
Reports
Place
Pequea Twp. and Providence Twp.
Object Name
Petition
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0670 I003
Box Number
010
Additional Notes
Court term: August 1855.
Location: At Daniel Good's Fording.
Document types: Petition for appointment of inspectors.
Order for inspection and inspection report.
2 items, 2 pieces
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
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Petition

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/c12452b5-71eb-4617-94f4-765121970722
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0400 I001
Date Range
1801
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Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Date Range
1801
Year
1801
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0006
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Bridges
Creeks
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Hempfield Twp.
Lancaster
Little Conestoga Creek
Manheim Twp.
Petitions
Place
Hempfield Twp. and Manheim Twp.
Object Name
Petition
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0400 I001
Box Number
006
Additional Notes
[Hempfield Twp. and Manheim Twp.]
Location: On road leading from Lancaster to Harrisburg.
Document type: Petition to rebuild bridge.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
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Petition

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/e369fea4-769b-4e83-8a50-015039341558
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0405 I001
Date Range
1793
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Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Date Range
1793
Year
1793
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0006
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Bridges
Chickies Creek
Chiques Creek
Creeks
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Hempfield Twp.
Lancaster
Petitions
Rapho Twp.
Place
Hempfield Twp. and Rapho Twp.
Object Name
Petition
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0405 I001
Box Number
006
Additional Notes
[Hempfield Twp. and Rapho Twp.]
Location: On road from Lancaster to Harrisburg.
Document type: Petition for a bridge.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
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Petition

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/ec25b84c-3703-4474-ba68-492473629600
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0625 I006
Date Range
1848/11
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Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Date Range
1848/11
Year
1848
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0009
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Bridges
Colebrook Furnace
Creeks
Forges
Furnaces
Harrisburg Pike
Little Chickies Creek
Little Chiques Creek
Mount Joy Twp.
Orders
Petitions
Rapho Twp.
Reports
Roads
Turnpikes
Place
Mount Joy Twp. and Rapho Twp.
Object Name
Petition
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0625 I006
Box Number
009
Additional Notes
Bridge over [Little Chickies] Creek.
Court term: November 1848.
Location: On public road from the Harrisburg Pike to Colebrook Furnace.
Document types: Petition for a bridge.
Order and report of viewers.
2 items, 2 pieces
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
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Contract

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/c0e81c0e-c3c5-4c2b-8437-360180622000
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Contract for bridge construction; plans for bridge construction
Object ID
Bridge F0635 I001
Date Range
1900
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Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Contract for bridge construction; plans for bridge construction
Description
Location: On the old Harrisburg and Lancaster Turnpike.
Document types: Contract for bridge construction.
Plans for bridge construction.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Date Range
1900
Year
1900
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0010
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Bridges
Conewago Creek
Contracts
Creeks
Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
Harrisburg and Lancaster Turnpike
Mount Joy Twp.
Plans
Roads
Turnpikes
West Donegal Twp.
Place
Mount Joy Twp., West Donegal Twp., and Dauphin County
Extent
3 items, 3 pieces
Object Name
Contract
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0635 I001
Box Number
010
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
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