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Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0110 I005
Date Range
1841
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Date Range
1841
Year
1841
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0002
People
Huber, Jacob
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Bridges
Conestoga Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Contracts
Creeks
Jacob Huber's Mill
Lancaster Twp.
Mills
Specifications
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Lancaster Twp.
Object Name
Contract
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0110 I005
Box Number
002
Additional Notes
[Conestoga Twp. and Lancaster Twp.]
Location: Near Jacob Huber's Mill.
Document type: Contract and specifications for bridge construction.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I01
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Conrad, Daniel
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I01
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
January term.
Signers of petition: John H. Harman, Samuel Harnish, Benjamin Conrad, Abraham Haverstick, Jacob Haverstick, John Herr, Amos Miller, Isaac H. Shenk, Isaac Stoner, John Brenneman, Jacob Kreider, Daniel Wishenk.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I02
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Conrad, Daniel
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I02
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
April term.
Signers of petition: Abraham Haverstick, Benjamin Snavely, John Sener, Tobias Stehman, Jacob Bair, John Hess, Benjamin Conrad, Nathaniel Harnish, Ruben Brady, Henry Funk, Abraham Myer, John Harnish, Benjamin Hess.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I03
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Fry, John
Funk, C.
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I03
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
Occupied by C. Funk.
April term.
Signers of petition: Robert Brady, Martin B. Witmer, Reuben Sourbeer, George H. Hess, Daniel Bair, Adam Warfel Jr. Christian Funk, Amos Bitts, Fredrick Hill, William Horsesil, [signature in German], J. M. Hess, Adam Warfel Sr., Martin Brennen, Amos Sourbeer.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I04
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Groff, David
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I04
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
Formerly known as Shank's Tavern.
Located on the Susquehanna.
April term.
Signers of petition: Samuel Harnish, Benjamin Good, Frederick Hill, Jacob Hess, Daniel Charles, Henry B. Shank, Jacob Carigen, S. Mehaffy, John Kendig, Benjamin Kendig, Emanuel H. Johnson, Benjamin Bower, William Morrison.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I05
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Hebble, Jacob
Heble, Jacob
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I05
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
Known as Pequea Valley Inn.
April term.
Signers of petition: Jacob Hess, Abraham B. Mylin, David Burkholder Jr., Adam Thomas, Rudolph Erb, Samuel Stouffer, Henry Heidelbaugh, John Mylin, Daniel Fulton, Amos K. Mylin, David Eshleman, Jacob Grafft, Benjmain Snavely.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I06
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Heiney, Isaac
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I06
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
April term.
Signers of petition: Christian Barr, Abraham Haverstick, Benjamin Snavely, Rudolph Myer, Reuben Benedick, Rudolph Haverstick, Christian R. Herr, Michael Zercher, John Charles, John Mecartney, Adam Kendig, Martin Hess, Abraham Charles, David Hess, George Kreider Jr., John Charles Jr., Jacob Burkholder, Christian Shenk.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I07
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Hess, Edward
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Manor Twp.
Place
Safe Harbor, Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I07
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
Located in Safe Harbor, Manor Twp.
April term.
Signers of petition: Daniel Will, John Shue, A. B. Brenneman, John J. Payne, Peter Williamson, William Rose, James Conner, Abraham Hess, John Else, Thomas Lewis, John M. Peirkins, Jacob F. Fry.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I10
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Martin, John
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I10
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
April term.
Signers of petition: Tobias Stehman, Christian Kendig, Jacob Fehl, Henry K. Flinchbaugh, John Schock, Isaac Stoner, Samuel Martin, Abraham Myer, Nathaniel Harnish, Abraham Kindig, Amos McCallister, Tobias Stehman Jr.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I11
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Mecartney, John
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I11
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
April term.
Signers of petition: David Meyers, [signature in German], John Bachman Jr., Benjamin H. Bachman, Christian Barr, Isaac Heiney, Michael Zercher, John Charles, John Bachman Sr., Joseph Herr Jr., Andrew Mehaffey, John Sener.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I14
Collection
Liquor License Papers
Title
Liquor License Papers
System of Arrangement
Arranged by municipalities by year.
Year
1849
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0018
People
Urban, Jonas
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Conestoga Twp.
Place
Willow Street, Conestoga Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Excellent
Object ID
Tav 1849 F06 I14
Box Number
018
Additional Notes
Known as the Sign of Willow Street.
April term.
Signers of petition: Daniel Fulton, Samuel Harman, Jacob Charles, William Shares, Charles Mullen, Benjamin Martin, Joseph Charles, Benjamin Snevely, George Boreman, David Martin, Thomas McMullian, John Sener, Frederick Dagen.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0602
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0140 I001
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1840
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0002
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Buck Tavern
Taverns
Safe Harbor, Conestoga Twp.
Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
Petitions
Orders
Reports
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0140 I001
Box Number
002
Additional Notes
Court term: August 1840.
Location: On public road from the Buck Tavern to Safe Harbor, Conestoga Twp., near Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
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
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0140 I002
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1840
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0002
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Lancaster
Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
Forges
Petitions
Orders
Reports
Inspections
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0140 I002
Box Number
002
Additional Notes
Court term: November 1840.
Location: On road from Lancaster City to Martic Iron Works.
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
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0140 I003
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1844
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0002
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
Forges
Petitions
Orders
Reports
Inspections
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0140 I003
Box Number
002
Additional Notes
Court term: November 1844.
Location: At Martic Iron Works.
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
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0150 I012
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1919
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0003
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
Specifications
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0150 I012
Box Number
003
Additional Notes
Location: At Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
Document type: Specifications for bridge repair.
1 item, 33 pieces
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I004
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1910
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0003
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
Specifications
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I004
Box Number
003
Additional Notes
Location: At Martic Forge, Martic Twp.
Document type: Specifications for bridge repair.
2 items, 6 pieces
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I006
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1919
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0003
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Letters
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I006
Box Number
003
Additional Notes
[Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.?]
Bridge over [Pequea Creek]
Document type: Letter informing County Commissioners of a number of available bridges and send a representative.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I007
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1919
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0003
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Letters
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I007
Box Number
003
Additional Notes
[Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.?]
Bridge over [Pequea Creek]
Document type: Letter responding to inquiry about bridge construction.
1 item, 2 pieces
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I008
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1919
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0003
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Letters
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I008
Box Number
003
Additional Notes
[Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.?]
Bridge over [Pequea Creek]
Document type: Letter offering price for selected 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
Less detail
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I009
Collection
Bridge Records
Title
Bridge Records
Description
Papers filed for construction and repair of bridges. The types of petitions presented to the Court of Quarter Sessions include: petitions for bridge construction and repair, petitions for inspections, and petitions for bridge funds. Other types of items include: specifications, proposals, and contracts for bridge construction and repair; bridge blueprints and plans; correspondence; bills for materials; and bridge condition reports. Many papers show date; court term and case number; names of petitioners, viewers, inspectors, and contractors; costs and fees; location of bridge; and name or number of bridge. The order and report of viewers documents are of particular interest as they usually include a copy of the original petition; the order and names of viewers to inspect the site; the public announcement for the viewers meeting; the report and recommendation of viewers, often with a drawing of the site and surrounding area; and the court decision.
System of Arrangement
Records are arranged by township, then chronologically within each township.
Year
1919
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0003
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Search Terms
Creeks
Pequea Creek
Conestoga Twp.
Martic Twp.
Letters
Bridges
Place
Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.
Object Name
Documents
Language
English
Condition
Fair
Object ID
Bridge F0155 I009
Box Number
003
Additional Notes
[Conestoga Twp. and Martic Twp.?]
Bridge over [Pequea Creek]
Document type: Letter urging County Commissioners to act quickly in placing bridge order.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Request at Reference Desk; photocopy made by staff member.
Classification
RG 02-00 0324
Description Level
Item
Less detail

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