Program from the dedication ceremony of the James Buchanan Monument
Description
A program from the dedication ceremony of the James Buchanan Monument, gift to the City of Lancaster from Dulon F. Buchmiller. Buchanan Park, Lancaster. (3 copies)
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
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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.
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Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pa.
Other Number
MG-0096, Folder 047, Insert 01
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.
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.
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Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pa.
Other Number
MG-0096, Folder 047, Insert 02
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.
Lancaster newspaper articles about the ceremony for the unveiling of the James Buchanan memorial
Description
Lancaster newspaper articles about the ceremony for the unveiling of the James Buchanan memorial. “Dedicates memorial to 15th U.S. President.” “Orators at unveiling pay high tribute to James Buchanan,” Intelligencer Daily Journal, Lancaster. “Deeds of Buchanan lauded at unveiling,” Intelligencer Daily Journal, Lancaster. “Historical Society to erect tablet at ‘Wheatland’.” “Mrs. Ledwith presents statue to Lancaster.” “When Lancaster honored her distinguished son—James Buchanan,” Intelligencer Daily Journal, Lancaster. 1 June 1928 and 2 June 1928.
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.
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Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pa.
Other Number
MG-0096, Folder 047, 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.
The Church of Our Father (Unitarian), Book 1, January 1915
The Church of Our Father (Unitarian), Book 2, 1925-1926
Description
These scrapbooks commemorate the centennial celebration of the founding of The Church of Our Father, a Unitarian church located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. They illustrate the beliefs within the religion and the stance on evolution and science. The volumes contain newspaper clippings, church bulletins, event invitations, and congregation letters, both typed and handwritten. The church was involved in community efforts as well education, lectures and clubs. Some of the Unitarian organizations are also mentioned such as the American Unitarian Association, National League of Unitarian Laymen, Unitarian Laymen's League, and Men's Liberal Club. Prominent people within the church and religion that were mentioned were John B. Day, Rush and Zoë Shippen, Samuel Elliot, and Earl C. Davis. Others mentioned throughout the books were Milton T. Garvin, Nicholas Jozan, Arthur Coxon, Robert Sheridan Miller, Woodrow Wilson, Joseph Priestley, Henry Shippen, Edward Howard Griggs, Earnest Adams, Edward Reeman, Charles Riedel, Charles Henry Tucker, and Earl C. Davis. Some of the articles give historical context with subjects such as woman's suffrage and Woodrow Wilson.
Note: Loose newspaper articles have been photocopied. Both the photocopies and loose ephemera have been removed from the books and placed into separate folders to prevent further damage to the items.
Church of Our Father, Unitarian Church Records (Lancaster, Pa.) (MG0597), not cataloged
M. T. Garvin Papers (MG0034)
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).
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Credit
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Other Numbers
MG-434
Other Number
MG-434, Boxes 28 and 29
Classification
MG0434
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Cataloged by CRB, October 2007. Added to database, 28 September 2023.
Previously housed in the Scrapbook Collection, Books 26 and 27.
This project was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, ME60112, 2007-2008.
Blueprints for Otterbein Church of the United Brethren in Christ
Description
Otterbein Church of the United Brethren in Christ. North Queen and East Clay Sts. Lancaster, PA.
Specifications. Carpenter Work (Read General Conditions). Pgs. 17-22. Timbers, Finish, Size of Timbers, Flooring, Windows, Doors, Stair Work, Interior Finish. Mineral Flooring (Read General Conditions). Plastering (Read General Conditions).
George E. Savage, Architect. Witherspoon Building. Philadelphia, PA.
Elevation on Clay Street. Tower Section. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. S.E.C. Drawing Number 4.14 February 1925.
Elevation on Queen St. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. S.E. Corner. Drawing Number 5. 14 February 1925.
Rear Elevation. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. S.E. Corner. Drawing Number 6. 14 February 1925.
Window in Toilet in Tower. Note: Window in Motor Room is Same. 18-25 July.
Revised Truss Casting. To be used with Drawings 28 and 29.
Side Elevation. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. S.E. Corner. Drawing Number 7. 14 February 1925.
Section Lengthwise. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. S.E. Corner. Drawing Number 9. 14 February 1925.
Details of Truss Castings. Section "A", Section "B", Section "C", Section "D". Scale: 3/4''=One Foot. Drawing Number 28. 18 December 1925.
Basement Plan. Sunday School Room, Heater Pit, Pastor's Room, Men's Toilet, Organ Motor Room, Choir Room. Scale: 1/4''=One Foot. S.E. Corner. Drawing Number 1. 14 February 1925.
Section Thru Jamb and Single Acting Door, Section Thru Jamb Interior Masonry Walls, Section Thru Water Closet Door. Passage and Clos. Doors in Basement (except noted otherwise), Double Door from Passage to S.S. Room, Single Door from Passage to Sunday School Rm., Single Passage Doors above Basement, Double Passage Doors Above Basement, Water Closet Door. Drawing Number 30. 6 February 1926.
Full Size Details Door Number 2. Head Section Jamb Section. Drawing Number 11. 15 May 1925.
3/4'' Scale Detail of Chancel Ceiling (see Drawing 29 for Full Size). Drawing 35. 20 May 1926.
F.S.D. Windows Nos. 6-7-8. Sill Section, Mullion, Head Section Jamb Similar, Drawing Number 10. 14 May 1925.
F.S.D. Windows Nos. 2-4. Section through Windowhead Jamb Similar, Sill Window No. 4 in Stone Wall. Drawing Number 15. 1 June 1925.
F.S.D. of Choir Paneling. Drawing Number 32. 8 February 1926.
Elevation of Stairway Leading to Old Building Other Stairway Similar. Scale: 3/4''=One Foot. Drawing 31. 21 January 1926.
Details of Platforms. Plan of Choir and Pulpit Platforms, 3/4''=One Foot. F.S.D. of Steps of Pulpit Platform, F.S.D. of Pulpit Paneling. Drawing Number 33. 9 February 1927.
Plan of Gallery. Scale: 1/4"=One Foot. Drawing Number 3. 14 February 1925.
First Floor Plan. Church Auditorium, Pulpit Platform, Tower Vestibule, Stairhall. Drawing Number 2. 14 February 1925.
F.S.D. of Exterior Doors No 1. Horizontal Section Thru Door, Vertical Section Through Tower Rail. Drawing 34. 11 February 1926.
Section "C" showing moldings for bottom chord of truss. Section "B". Drawing 29. 20 December 1925.
Details Exterior Door Number 1. Elevation of Door in Tower. Scale: 3/4''=One Foot. Section Through Door Jamb. Drawing Number 12. 20 May 1925.
F.S.D. Truss Casings. Section "C" showing moldings for bottom chord of truss. Section "B" Side Elevation of Drop at Hammer Beam (Half). Drawing Number 29. 20 December 1925. Revised 5-26 May 1926.
Rachle Artstone. Cleveland, OH.
Queen Street Elevation, Interior Elevation towards Rear of Auditorium, Elevation in front of Auditorium. Drawing 2.
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).
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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
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Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Cataloged by BW, Fall 2010. Add to database 28 September 2023.
Grace Lutheran Church, Lancaster, PA. C. Emlen Urban, Lancaster, PA. 22 February 1906. Color photocopies of elevations on linen. Gift of Grace Lutheran Church, 14 March 2011.
North Queen Street Elevation, Section through Tower, James Street Elevation. Scale: 1/8"=One Foot.
North Side Elevation, East End Elevation, Plan of Belfry. Scale: 1/8"=One Foot.
Design of Grace Lutheran Church, Queen and James Street, Lancaster. John Evans & Son, Arcts., Lancaster, PA. December 1888. Blueprint. (fragile) Transferred from the Object Collection, 12 May 2011.
Elevation of Queen Street Front and James Street Front. Scale: 1"=Eight Feet.
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
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Copyright
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Credit
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Blueprint for missionary homes for the Eastern Synod of the Reformed Church
Description
Eastern Synod of the Reformed Church. President Ave & W. New Street, Lancaster, PA. Henry Y. Shaub. Registered Architect. 27 July 1929.
Missionary Homes. Scale: 1/4" = 1 foot. Plot Plan, Basement Plan, First Floor Plan, Right Side Elevation, Left Side Elevation, Rear Elevation, Details. File No. 481. Sheet No 1-2. 27 July 1935.
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
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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 JP, Summer 2013. Add to database 15 October 2023.
Corporate Lancaster encompasses a large variety of businesses throughout the county. Many of these businesses are power companies including electric, water and coal. Some of the major companies mentioned include Atglen Water Company, Susquehanna Canal Water and Power Company, Pennsylvania Water and Power Company, Lititz Water Works, Edison Electric Illuminating Company, and Holtwood Coal Company. These comprise the majority of the scrapbook, however, many retail, savings and insurance companies are also mentioned. Recognizable names are F. W. Woolworth and Company, City Savings and Trust, Lancaster Home Mutual Fire Insurance Company, Steinman Hardware Store, and the Hager Store. Information about taxes, population, censuses and stocks are featured in some of the newspaper clippings. Many modes of transportation were written about, such as trolley lines, railroads and canals. The materials available in this book include an account book, newspaper clippings, photographs, advertisements, and postcards.
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
No restrictions. Please request this item by contacting Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to your visit.
Copyright
This item 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.
Credit
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Other Numbers
MG-434
Other Number
MG-434, Box 30
Classification
MG0434
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Cataloged by CRB, October 2007. Added to database, 23 October 2023.
Previously housed in the Scrapbook Collection, Book 171
This project was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, ME60112, 2007-2008.
