An accounting of those from the township who served in every military conflict of the United States from the French and Indian Wars to the invasion of Iraq.
Chapters: The River -- Indian and fur traders -- The canal -- The railroad -- In sickness and health -- Politics and government -- Country life -- Collins -- Falmouth -- Stevens hill, the black swamp , and Governor Stable -- Ebersole's corner -- Brubaker Run/ Lincoln -- Ackerman's -- Jamestown -- Cottage hill / Red hill-- Bainbridge/Centreville/Paradise -- Locust Grove -- Billmeyer-- Stackstown and the Lower End
Summary
Much of the book focuses on the mid to late 19th century. These years were such a pivotal time in American history. It was the time that saw an end to the gun-law era, and recovery from the devastating effects of the Civil War , and the beginning of a more gentle Victorian way of life. Transportation and mechanical inventions lightened the workload and for the first time ever , folks were having leisure time. There was a new-found connection with other places, and families were stepping beyond "working to just survive ." Having nice things was taking on great importance.
Phase IB/II and data-recovery archaeological excavation at Site 36LA1494 Queen Street Station Phase II (RRTA) North Queen Street and East Chestnut Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Picture of headstone of Marian Louise Baker with J. A. Jolly standing behind it. Note on back of picture: "J.A. Jolly putting flowers on the grave of Marian Baker, Aug 7, 2012, New Bloomfield, Pennsylvania
Picture of headstone of Marian Louise Baker with 2 bouquets flowers on it. Note on back of photograph: "On the left: someone had placed flowers (artificial) on her grave, flowers (center) placed by J.A. Jolly, Aug. 7, 2012, New Bloomfield, PA."
