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The birth of Lancaster County

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Author
Eshleman, Henry Frank,
Date of Publication
1908
writes from England to Logan: "I hereby order thee to dissolve the Susquehanna pur- chase " (Logan Correspondence, Vol. 2, p. 234). To this Penn adds one last lament, September 11, 1708, as to his whole Susquehanna project: "Be careful that no sales be hereafter made of my estate like the Sasquehan- nagh
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by H. Frank Eshleman, Esq.
Author
Eshleman, Henry Frank,
Place of Publication
Lancaster, Pa
Publisher
Lancaster County Historical Society,
Date of Publication
1908
Physical Description
[5]-39 p. ; ill. ; 23 cm.
Series
Journal of the Lancaster County Historical Society ; v. 12, no. 1
Summary
A journal article that reviews the history of the area from prehistoric time through the occupation by Europeans. It details the growth of the area as part of Chester County and the successful effort to have the area recognized as a separate county.
Subjects
Lancaster County (Pa.) - History - 17th century.
Lancaster County (Pa.) - Politics and government - To 1775.
Contained In
Journal of the Lancaster County Historical Society. Volume 12, number 1 (1908), p. 5-39Lancaster History Library - Journal974.9 L245 v.12
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Colonial days and dames

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Author
Wharton, Anne Hollingsworth,
Date of Publication
1895.
Call Number
973.2 W298c
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by Anne Hollingsworth Wharton. With illustrations by E.S. Holloway.
Author
Wharton, Anne Hollingsworth,
Place of Publication
Philadelphia
Publisher
J.B. Lippincott Co.,
Date of Publication
1895.
Physical Description
xiii, [11]-248 p. front., illus., plates, ports. 21 cm.
Notes
Édition de luxe; 508 copies printed for subscribers.
Contents
CONTENTS: COLONIAL DAYS WOMEN IN THE EARLY SETTLEMENT A GROUP OF EARLY POETESSES COLONIAL DAMES. OLD LANDMARKS WEDDINGS AND MERRY-MAKINGS LEGEND AND ROMANCE
Subjects
Women in the United States.
United States - Social life and customs - To 1775.
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
973.2 W298c
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Das achte und neunte Buch Moses oder enthüllte Geheimnisse der Zauberei

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Date of Publication
[ca. 1900]
Call Number
398.089 L531 1900
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Place of Publication
Leipzig
Publisher
Hülsemann,
Date of Publication
[ca. 1900]
Physical Description
160, 64, 96 p. : Ill. 19 cm.
Notes
Includes Neuer praktischer Universal-Volks-hausschatz.
From the collections of the Heritage Center, P00.27.2.
8th and 9th book of Moses, pow wow.
Plain black-papered covers and brown twill spine; plain paper covering was added later to obscure the title of the book; inside the covers all pages were "sealed" with a white linen tape and wax seals with images of a skull, rod with snake, and a cross; spine broken with many loose pages.
Subjects
Magic.
Medicine, Medieval.
Veterinary medicine - Early works to 1800.
Location
Lancaster History Library - Rare Books
Call Number
398.089 L531 1900
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Diary of a voyage from Rotterdam to Philadelphia in 1728

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Date of Publication
1909.
Call Number
905.748 PG v. 18
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Tr. by Julius F. Sachse.
Place of Publication
Lancaster, Pa
Date of Publication
1909.
Physical Description
25 p. illus., pl., port., 2 facsim. 26 cm.
Series
Pennsylvania: the German influence in its settlement and development, pt. 19
Notes
In Pennsylvania-German Society. Proceedings and addresses ... Dec. 8, 1907. vol. XVIII.
Head and tail pieces.
Facsimile of the original t.p. reads: Auszug einiger send-schreiben aus Phildelphia in Pennsylvania ... Im jahr Christi, 1729.
Summary
The author of this diary is unknown. The translator, Julius Sachse writes in the introduction, "This pamphlet, as the title page sets forth, is an extract from several missives from Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, wherein is described the entire voyage from Rotterdam to Pennsylvania, carefully noted, together with the climate of this country, the actions of the inhabitants, and a setting forth of their industries, conditions, etc., also the names of such tame and wild animals, birds, fish, field and garden fruits, etc. of that place; at the same time many remarkable circumstances, heretofore unknown to us are truly described....Not the least interesting part of this missive is the note about the devout hermit. This hermit was none other than Conrad Mathai, and the notice here given, short though it is, throws further light upon this strange character, who lived for so many years on the banks of the romantic Wissahickon..."
Subjects
Philadelphia (Pa.) - Description and travel - Personal narratives.
Pennsylvania - Social life and customs - To 1775.
Additional Author
Sachse, Julius Friedrich,
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
905.748 PG v. 18
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The early Germans

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Date of Publication
1899.
Call Number
936.3 H864
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Edited by Arthur C. Howland.
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, Pa., London
Publisher
The Dept. of History of the University of Pennsylvania; P. S. King,
Date of Publication
1899.
Physical Description
36 p. 22 cm.
Series
Translations and reprints from the original sources of European history. vol.VI, no. 3
Notes
Cover title.
Subjects
Germany - History - Early period to 843 - Sources.
Germany - Social life and customs.
Additional Author
Howland, Arthur Charles,
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
936.3 H864
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Early Lancaster taxables--1754

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Author
Eshleman, Henry Frank,
Date of Publication
1909
. Richard Hayes, 1 lot; John Hopson, 1 lot; George Huts, 1 lot; Isaac Har- ris, tenant to Wm. Bowsman; John Hart, 1/ 4 lot; William Henry, tenant to Leonard Bender, 1 lot; Kunedrad Heavlisp, 1 lot; John Hopson, ex. of E. Smout's estate, 1 lot; John Chris- topher Haine, 1/2 lot; Henry Helm, 1 lot; John
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by H. Frank Eshleman, Esq.
Author
Eshleman, Henry Frank,
Place of Publication
Lancaster, Pa
Publisher
Lancaster County Historical Society,
Date of Publication
1909
Physical Description
[263]-277 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
Journal of the Lancaster County Historical Society ; v. 13, no. 10
Subjects
Taxation - Pennsylvania - Lancaster.
Lancaster (Pa.) - Politics and government - To 1775.
Lancaster (Pa.) - Biography.
Contained In
Journal of the Lancaster County Historical Society. Volume 13, number 10 (1909), p. 263-277Lancaster History Library - Journal974.9 L245 v.13
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Estate of Thaddeus Stevens, deceased : audit, notes of testimony

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Date of Publication
1893.
Call Number
923.2 S846e
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Place of Publication
Lancaster, PA
Publisher
Examiner Pub. House,
Date of Publication
1893.
Physical Description
105 pages ; 23 cm
Subjects
Stevens, Thaddeus, - 1792-1868 - Estate.
Stevens, Thaddeus, - 1792-1868
Decedents' estates.
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
923.2 S846e
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Gottlieb Mittelberger's journey to Pennsylvania in the year 1750 and return to Germany in the year 1754 : containing not only a description of the country according to its present condition, but also a detailed account of the sad and unfortunate circumstances of most of the Germans that have emigrated, or are emigrating to that country

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Author
Mittelberger, Gottlieb.
Date of Publication
1898.
Call Number
917.48 M685
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translated from the German by Carl Theo. Eben.
Author
Mittelberger, Gottlieb.
Uniform Title
Gottlieb Mittelbergers Reise nach Pennsylvanien im Jahr 1750.
Place of Publication
Philadelphia
Publisher
J.J. McVey,
Date of Publication
1898.
Physical Description
129 p. : facsim. ; 21 cm.
Notes
With facsimile t.p. of original German ed.: Stuttgard : Gedrukt ben Gottlieb Friderich Jenisch, 1756.
Summary
"Mittelberger's travelogue provides a firsthand historic account of the misery and exploitation of German immigrants during the US colonial period. In his work, he tries to convince his fellow Germans not to immigrate to the American colonies, as the forfeiture of freedom, cost of money, lack of health, and loss of life are too exorbitant to risk and sacrifice. Although never an indentured servant, Mittelberger's written testament is one of several surviving historic works describing the hardships of the redemption system. His meticulous account of his sea voyage to the British Atlantic colonies and subsequent experiences in Pennsylvania has become academically notable, due to the scarcity in primary source material concerning several of the issues he details. Such topics include religious practices in colonial Pennsylvania, European passenger fares for children and adults, as well as the nature and consequences of epidemics on colonial era ships.The work is also noted for its lengthy discussion of sexuality and social mores, including an account of a bigamous threesome and the status of illegitimate children, as evidencing the religious and sexual tolerance of colonial America. Gottlieb Mittelberger traveled to Pennsylvania from Germany in 1750 on a ship primarily filled with poorer immigrants who would become indentured servants upon arriving in Philadelphia. Mittelberger was not a servant, and worked as a school master and organist for three years before returning to Germany in 1754." [from Wikipedia]
Subjects
Mittelberger, Gottlieb - Travel - Pennsylvania.
Germans - Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania - Description and travel - Early works to 1800.
Pennsylvania - Emigration and immigration.
Additional Author
Eben, Carl Theodor,
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
917.48 M685
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History of proprietary government in Pennsylvania

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Author
Shepherd, William R.
Date of Publication
1896.
Call Number
974.802 S548
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by William Robert Shepherd.
Author
Shepherd, William R.
Place of Publication
New York
Publisher
Columbia University,
Date of Publication
1896.
Physical Description
iv, 601 p. ; 23 cm.
Series
Studies in history, economics and public law ; v. 6
Notes
Published also as the author's thesis, Columbia University, 1896.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 577-583).
Contents
Early stipulation concerning land grants -- General practice of the land office -- History of the land system -- Incidental proprietary rights -- The divestment act -- Indian affairs -- Boundary disputes -- The idea of William Penn -- Mortgage and litagation -- Bargains with the governors -- Character and policies of the young proprietors -- The frames of government -- The Council -- The Lower counties -- The Oath or the Affirmation -- The Establishment of courts of justice -- The Bills of credit -- Taxation of the Proprietary estates -- Proprietary instructions and the powers of the deputy governor --Relations with the home government -- Royal or proprietary government.
Subjects
Pennsylvania - Politics and government - To 1775.
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
974.802 S548
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Home life in colonial days

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Author
Earle, Alice Morse,
Date of Publication
1898.
Call Number
973.2 E12
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written by Alice Morse Earle ; illustrated by photographs gathered by the author, of real things, works, and happenings of olden times.
Author
Earle, Alice Morse,
Place of Publication
New York
Publisher
Grosset & Dunlap,
Date of Publication
1898.
Physical Description
xvi, 470 p. , [26] leaves of plates : ill. ; 20 cm.
Series
Macmillan's standard library
Notes
Includes index.
Contents
Chapters: Homes of the colonists / How homes were lighted / The kitchen fireside / Foods and the serving of food / Flax and wool culture and spinning / Girls occupations / Hand weaving / Clothing / Travel, transportation and taverns / How Sundays were spent / Colonial neighborliness. With many photos and illustrations.
Subjects
Manners and customs.
Home.
United States - Social life and customs - To 1775.
Location
Lancaster History Library - Book
Call Number
973.2 E12
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