that rather gloomy period of our national history there were two very distinct elements in Lancaster society—the one pro-Eng- lish, sympathizing rather with the British cause, and the other, less notable socially, in accord with the Revolutionary movement (scarcely then more than a rebellion). While it

unusual combina- tion, our local history, its social and professional phases, its architecture, and the frequent changes of property ownership. When the Hamiltons laid out their lots, the eligible center for residences was about the location of the Shippen house. Down around Hazel Swamp and Hickory Tavern