Historic Witmer Bridge - Built 1799. This, one of the oldest, largest and most picturesque bridges in the country, crosses Conestoga Creek. It was built by Abraham Witmer at his own expense, in 1799-1800 and sold by him to the county; it bears an inscription describing Mr. Witmer as "one of the prominent and public-spirited citizens of the county."
The American News Company, New York, Leipzig, Dresden.
Condition
Good
Object ID
992-007
Additional Notes
"Dear Little Honey, I surely think it is soon time you turn your face towards home. Mamma cannot wait much longer to see her dear little son. Kisses & love, Mamma" and "From Papa" written on front.
"Nov. 28th. Dear Sister, When I went to look for Mary's Patterns I found I did not have them they are all out there now you know I used two different ones to make her red dress which I would like to have Perhaps you can come in tomorrow sometime and bring them and Mary along if not you will have to send them by Annie but I am afraid I cannot do much till I see Mary. Perhaps you can all come in tomorrow the Guinea was fine. Aunt Lettie"
