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Article

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/5dcdf0b8-249d-41a9-87c9-201135280325
Collection
James Buchanan Collection
Title
Three magazine and bulletin excerpts about James Buchanan and Wheatland
Object ID
MG0096 F058 In03
Date Range
1937-1970
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Collection
James Buchanan Collection
Title
Three magazine and bulletin excerpts about James Buchanan and Wheatland
Description
Three magazine and bulletin excerpts about James Buchanan and Wheatland:
Cover of the Lancaster Motorist Magazine with a picture of Wheatland and a caption under it that says, “Wheatland – the President James Buchanan Shrine in Lancaster”. Lancaster.
An article from the Internal Affairs Monthly Bulletin, vol. 29, no. 6 titled, “Homes of Presidents in Pennsylvania,” about James Buchanan’s Wheatland and the home of former President Dwight D. Eisenhower and his wife.
A bulletin from the James Buchanan Foundation for the Preservation of Wheatland. It contains several images of the restored Wheatland, has captions explaining each image and an article on Wheatland. Lancaster. February 1937, June 1961, November 1970.
Date Range
1937-1970
Year Range From
1937
Year Range To
1970
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 03
Storage Container
Box 0002
People
Buchanan, James
Eisenhower, Dwight David "Ike"
Eisenhower, Mary Geneva Doud "Mamie"
Subjects
Eisenhower National Historic Site (Pa.)
Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
Wheatland (Lancaster, Pa.)
Historic house museums
Search Terms
Articles
Buchanan Collections
Clippings (Books, newspapers, etc.)
Eisenhower National Historic Site
Historic house museums
Internal Affairs Monthly Bulletin
James Buchanan
James Buchanan Foundation for the Preservation of Wheatland
James Buchanan Presidential Library
Lancaster Motorist
Wheatland
Extent
3 items, 11 pages to scan, 27 x 20 cm
Object Name
Article
Language
English
Parent Object ID
MG0096
Object ID
MG0096 F058 In03
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Associated Material
James Buchanan Papers, Dickinson College Archives & Special Collections,
http://archives.dickinson.edu/collection-descriptions/james-buchanan-papers
James Buchanan and Harriet Lane Johnston Papers, Library of Congress,
https://www.loc.gov/collections/james-buchanan-and-harriet-lane-johnston-papers/
James Buchanan Papers, Historical Society of Pennsylvania,
http://www2.hsp.org/collections/manuscripts/b/Buchanan0091.html
James Buchanan Papers, Penn State University Libraries,
https://libraries.psu.edu/findingaids/1458.htm
Related Item Notes
James Buchanan Collection (MG0096) https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/lhdo3760
James Buchanan Family Papers
Historical Society of Pennsylvania microfilm
Photograph Collection
Curatorial Collection
Wheatland Collection
Wheatland Mansion
Notes
May 2020 PastPerfect Conversion
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact archives@lancasterhistory.org at least two weeks prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact archives@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. Some items are photocopies from other collections--researchers must obtain permission for reproduction and publication from the owner of the original material.
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, Pa.
Other Number
MG-0096, Folder 058, Insert 03
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Digitization of the James Buchanan Collection was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 201808013051, 2019-2020.
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Blueprint

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/59689869-76ea-44a1-88cd-517499416507
Collection
Blueprints and Architechural Drawings
Title
Blueprints for restoration of the Hans Herr House
Object ID
BLUE_F020_HansHerr
Date Range
1971-1974
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Collection
Blueprints and Architechural Drawings
Title
Blueprints for restoration of the Hans Herr House
Description
Restoration of the Hans Herr House. Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street, Lancaster County, PA. For the Lancaster Mennonite Conference Historical Society. John D. Milner. A.I.A. Architect. Chadds Ford, PA. 19137. Later John D. Milner. A.I.A. Architect. 309 Matlock St. West Chester, PA. 19830.
Cover Page.
First Floor Plan. Stube, Kammer, Storage Kammer, Kuche. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by J.E. Bourke, R. Silets. Sheet 2. Issued 25 January 1971.
Reflected First Floor Ceiling (Second Floor Framing) Plan. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by J.E. Bourke, R. Silets. Sheet 3. Issued 25 January 1971.
Second Floor Plan. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Phase 1 Scope of Work. Phase 1 Reconstruction of Roof. Drawn by J.E. Bourke, R. Silets. Sheet 4. Issued 25 January 1971.
South Elevation. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by J.E.B, R.S. Sheet 5. Issued 8 June 1971.
East Elevation. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by J.E.B, R.S. Sheet 6. Issued 8 June 1971.
North Elevation. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by J.E.B, R.S. Sheet 7. Issued 8 June 1971.
West Elevation. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by J.E.B, R.S. Sheet 8. Issued 8 June 1971.
Section and Details. Looking East @ West Elevation of Fireplace. Section 1/9. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by R. Silets. Sheet 9. Issued 8 June 1971.
Section and Details. Looking West @ West Gable Wall. Section 1/10. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by R. Silets. Sheet 10. Issued 8 June 1971.
Fireplace. Hans Herr House-1719. Done by Historic American Buildings Survey. United States Department of the Interior. Office of National Parks, Buildings, and Reservations. Branch of Plan and Design.
Door Details. Front Door Details. Full Size. Front Door Elevations. Scale: 3/4''=One Foot. (Milner). 10 March 1973.
Chimney Damper. Main Fireplace Chimney Damper Details. Plan of Chimney Above Damper. Section 'A'. Drawn by R.S. Sheet S-1. 20 October 1971.
Door and Stair Details. Wood Door. Batten Elevation, Board Elevation. Tread and Riser Detail. Scale: 1 1/2''=One Foot. Batten Details. Detail 1, Detail 2, Detail 3. Regular Tread, Tread to Carry Stringer. Full Size. Drawn by J.C.B. 24 April 1973.
Shutter Details. Wood Shutter. Interior Elevation, Exterior Elevation. Scale: 1 1/2''=One Foot. Batten Details. Detail 1, Detail 2, Detail 3. Full Size. Drawn by B.L.W. 20 February 1973.
Window Frame Details. Plate 7. Full Size Details for Typical Large Frame & Sash, Full Size Details for Typical Large Frame (Batten and Sash). Plan & Elevation of Typical Window Frame. Int. Elev. of Window Frame at First Floor Stair, Interior Elevation. Scale: 1 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by H.D.M. 22 October 1972.
Bannister Details. Plan, Elevation, Side View. Scale: 1''=One Foot. Drawn by A.H.S. 15 November 1973.
East Gable Elevation. 26 February 1971.
Plate 3.
Window Frames. Plate 6. Material as Specified by Architect. Sheet 1 of 1. Drawn by M.B. Allen. 29 February 1972.
Concept Sketch Plan. Scale: 1''=30 Feet. 19 March 1973.
Concept Sketch Plan. Scale: 1''=30 Feet. 10 April 1974.
Landscape Plan. Scale: 1''= 30 Feet. Done by Weber Surveyors Inc. Columbia, PA. DWG No. L-27. 1 February 1974.
Hans Herr House Parking Lot Layout. Scale: 1''=10 feet. 22 May 1974.
Landscape Plan. Planting Plan Segments A & B. Segment A, Segment B. Scale: 1''= 10 Feet. Sheet 2 of 3. 4 April 1974.
Landscape Plan. Planting Plan Segment C. Segment C. 1''= 10 Feet. Sheet 3 of 3. 4 April 1974.
Proposed Site Plan. Key. Scale: 1''= 50'. Preliminary Prepared June 1973.
Preliminary Planting Plan. Scale: 1''= 10 Feet. 19 November 1973.
Working Drawings, Handrail Details, Stair Details. Handrail Details. Plan of Cellar Stairs, Section Through Cellar Stair, Plan of First Floor Winder, Section Through Winder Stairs. Scale:1''=One Foot. Cellar Handrail Profile, First Floor Winder Profile. Full Size. Sheet 1 of 1. 30 April 1974.
Hans Herr Site-Visitor Center. "D. Mark Huber House." Proposed First Floor Plan, Proposed Second Floor Plan. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. Drawn by A.H.S. Preliminary Prepared July 1973.
Electrical and Mechanical Plans. 1st Floor, 2nd Floor. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. Typical Thermostat Detail. Scale: 3''=One Foot. Notes. Symbols. Sheet E1 of 1. Drawn by M.B.A. 12 July 1972.
Two Unmarked Elevations.
Cellar Plan. Plan of Root Cellar. Scale: 1/2''=One Foot. Drawn by J.E. Bourke, R. Silets. Sheet 1.
Date Range
1971-1974
Creation Date
1971-1974
Year Range From
1971
Year Range To
1974
Creator
Milner, John D.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Cabinet
Flat Files
Storage Container
Folder 020
People
Milner, John D.
Subjects
Architectural drawings
Blueprints
Search Terms
Architectural plans
Blueprints
Dwellings
Hans Herr House
Houses
Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society
Restorations
Willow Street, West Lampeter Twp.
Extent
33 items
Object Name
Blueprint
Language
English
Object ID
BLUE_F020_HansHerr
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
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
Please make an appointment by contacting the Research Staff at Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Collection 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 collection 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.
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Cataloged by BW, Fall 2010. Add to database 2 October 2023.
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Deed

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/6c827090-f806-4a80-8ed6-404620782312
Collection
Gibbons Diaries, Family Papers, and Mill Records
Title
Deed from Joseph Gibbons to James Gibbons
Object ID
MG0846_F022
Date Range
1769/02/18
, 1727-1879, detail the exchange of property to and from the Gibbons family mostly within Lampeter Township and Upper Leacock Township, Lancaster County. Other family papers, 1799- 1871, include narratives about the Gibbons family, a membership certificate for the Independent Order of Good Templars, and
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Collection
Gibbons Diaries, Family Papers, and Mill Records
Title
Deed from Joseph Gibbons to James Gibbons
Description
Deed from Joseph Gibbons of [West Town], Chester County to James Gibbons of Lampeter Twp. for a parcel of land in Lampeter Twp., adjoined by John [Kirk], William Evans, and other land owned by Joseph Gibbons. Recorded on 24 March 1769. Three original wax seals on document.
Date Range
1769/02/18
Creation Date
18 February 1769
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 19
People
Brinton, Moses
Coope, Calvin
Evans, William
Gibbons, Abraham
Gibbons, Hannah
Gibbons, James
Gibbons, Joseph
Hartman, Jacob
Kirk, John
Stoner, Jacob
Subjects
Deeds
Search Terms
Deeds
Lampeter Twp.
Extent
1 item
Object Name
Deed
Language
English
Condition Notes
Three original wax seals on document.
Object ID
MG0846_F022
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Gibbons Diaries, Family Papers, and Mill Records (MG0846), Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available.
Original documents may be used by appointment--contact research@lancasterhistory.org at least two weeks prior to visit.
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.
Accession Number
2021.008
Other Numbers
MG-846
Other Number
MG-846, Folder 22
Classification
MG0846
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Cataloged by MB, 8 July 2021. Added to database 28 July 2021.
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Deed

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Collection
Land Records Collection
Title
Deeds for 1515 Hillcrest Avenue, Manheim Twp. and lot map
Object ID
MG0304_F070
Date Range
1944-1983
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Collection
Land Records Collection
Title
Deeds for 1515 Hillcrest Avenue, Manheim Twp. and lot map
Description
Deeds for 1515 Hillcrest Avenue, Manheim Twp., 1944 to 1983, with lot map.
Insert 1 Deed. Laura Hiemenz and H. John Hiemenz to Joseph V. Briggs and Gladys M. Briggs, 13 April 1944. (1 item, 4 pages to scan)
Insert 2 Deed. Jerry D. Elkind and Selma S. Elkind to Robert S. Lamb and Ruth W. Lamb, 15 July 1968. (1 item, 2 pages to scan)
Insert 3 Deed. Robert S. Lamb and Ruth W. Lamb to Jack S. Myles and Helen M. Myles, 1 May 1969. (1 item, 4 pages to scan)
Insert 4 Deed. Paul R. Marks and Larue B. Marks to John S. Myles and Helen M. Myles, 9 July 1983. (1 item, 4 pages to scan)
Insert 5 Partial lot map of Country Club Heights neighborhood, Manheim Twp., no date. (1 item, 1 page to scan)
Date Range
1944-1983
Creation Date
1944-1983
Year Range From
1944
Year Range To
1983
People
Briggs, Gladys M.
Briggs, Joseph V.
Elkind, Jerry D.
Elkind, Selma S.
Hiemenz, H. John
Hiemenz, Laura
Lamb, Robert S.
Lamb, Ruth W.
Marks, Larue B.
Marks, Paul R.
Myles, Helen M.
Myles, John S.
Subjects
Deeds
Search Terms
Country Club Heights
Deeds
Manheim Twp.
Extent
5 items, 15 pages to scan
Object Name
Deed
Language
English
Object ID
MG0304_F070
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Related Item Notes
Land Records Collection (MG0304) https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/1e0d265e-e717-4874-98fa-012242172365
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Original documents may be used by appointment--contact Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Collection 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.
Accession Number
2005.MG0304
Other Number
MG-304, Folder 70
Classification
MG0304
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Transferred from the library, 13 October 2023.
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Estate Inventory

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/94869ebc-de8e-44d7-a3c9-509142608530
Collection
Estate Inventories
Title
Estate inventory of Isaac Richardson
Object ID
Inv 1766 F001 R
Date Range
1766
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  1 document  
Collection
Estate Inventories
Title
Estate inventory of Isaac Richardson
Date Range
1766
Year
1766
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0099
People
Richardson, Isaac
Subcategory
Need to Classify
Subjects
African Americans--History
Probate records
Slaveholders--Pennsylvania--Lancaster County
Slavery--Pennsylvania--Lancaster County
Search Terms
Boys
Children
Enslaved persons
Estate inventories
Persons of color
Probate records
Women
Place
None
Object Name
Estate Inventory
Object ID
Inv 1766 F001 R
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Box Number
099
Notes
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.
Additional Notes
Enslaved persons listed, one woman and one boy.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment-contact research@lancasterhistory.org at least two weeks prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes. Please contact research@lancasterhistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish. There is no fee for publication.
Credit
Courtesy of Lancaster County Archives and LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
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Estate Inventory

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Collection
Estate Inventories
Object ID
Inv 1763 F003 R
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Collection
Estate Inventories
Year
1763
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0099
People
Riddle, James
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
None
Object Name
Estate Inventory
Object ID
Inv 1763 F003 R
Box Number
099
Additional Notes
1 item, 1 piece
Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
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Estate Inventory

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Collection
Estate Inventories
Object ID
Inv 1763 F004 R
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Collection
Estate Inventories
Year
1763
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Container
Box 0099
People
Rippey, Hugh
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
None
Object Name
Estate Inventory
Object ID
Inv 1763 F004 R
Box Number
099
Additional Notes
Servant listed.
Also administrators' bond.
2 items, 2 pieces
Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
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Estate Inventory

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Collection
Estate Inventories
Object ID
Inv 1762 F002 R
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Collection
Estate Inventories
Year
1762
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0099
People
Ritter, Michael
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
None
Object Name
Estate Inventory
Object ID
Inv 1762 F002 R
Box Number
099
Additional Notes
Only administrators' account.
Piece missing.
1 item, 1 piece
Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
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Estate Inventory

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Collection
Estate Inventories
Title
Estate inventory of Michael Ritter
Object ID
Inv 1760 F001 R
Date Range
1760
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Collection
Estate Inventories
Title
Estate inventory of Michael Ritter
Admin/Biographical History
An estate inventory is a list of the assets and liabilities of a decedent's estate with the appraised value of those items, with the exception of real estate.
Date Range
1760
Year
1760
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0099
People
Ritter, Michael
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Subjects
Probate records
Search Terms
Estate inventories
Probate records
Place
None
Object Name
Estate Inventory
Language
English
Object ID
Inv 1760 F001 R
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Box Number
099
Additional Notes
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please request a photocopy or PDF at the Reference Desk or by email at Research@LancasterHistory.org.
Copyright
Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org for a
high-resolution image and permission to publish. There is no fee for
publication.
Credit
Courtesy of the Lancaster County Archives and LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
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Estate Inventory

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Collection
Estate Inventories
Object ID
Inv 1769 F004 R
Date Range
1769
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Collection
Estate Inventories
Date Range
1769
Year
1769
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives West
Storage Container
Box 0100
People
Ritter, Tobias
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Heidelberg Twp., Lancaster County
Object Name
Estate Inventory
Object ID
Inv 1769 F004 R
Box Number
100
Additional Notes
Please use photocopy.
Administrators' account only.
1 item, 1 piece
Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
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