The Central Court, which measures 160 feet across, in the "Mall of Four Seasons" contains many Kiosks serving the Park City shoppers. The parking lot contains spaces for more than 9,000 automobiles.
An Amish carriage tied to a hitching post outside one of the business places in the village of Intercourse. Horse and buggy traffic sometims outnumbers the motor vehicles.
A modern pick-up baler is being used by this Amish farmer to harvest his hay. The bales are dropped in the field and will be picked up and haulded to the barn later.
Interior of the Moravian Church, Lititz, Penna. Built in 1787 and redecorated in 1957. the church is famous for the Christmas Eve Vigils and Easter Dawn services held since 1759.
Landis Valley Museum - using basic tools, hammer and forge, the blacksmith porduces items from iron in a demonstration of manufacturing in the 19th century. The museum is located at Landis Valley, four miles north of Lancaster on Route 222.
Susquehannock State Park - The only State Park in Lancaster County, Susquehannock is located along the Susquehanna River near Fishing Creek. The park features a scenic view from 200 feet above the river.
Susquehannock State Park - Overlooking the Susquehanna River, visitors to the park can see the Holtwood Dam to the north and Mount Johnson Island Bald Eagle Preserve to the south, as well as the Peach Bottom atomic power plant across the river in York County.
Presbyterian Homes of Central Pennsylvania - ten small scattered home-like homes for the aging. The Schock Home, living room, 37 East Main Street, Mount Joy
Trinity Lutheran Church, West Main and Manheim Streets, Mount Joy. This church was organized in 1827 and is a member church of the Lutheran Church in America.
The Sports Farm - the home of the Mount Joy Sportsmen's Association is located 1/4 mile north of Mount Joy, Pa. Boasting a membership of more than 700, the club offers many facilities. In addition to Rifle and Pistol Shooting, there is an Archery Range, a Trap Field and a picnic area.
Pennsylvania Dutch Hex Signs - Prof. Johnny Ott, hexologist from Lenhartsville, Penna. and Jacob Zook, the Hex Man of Paradise, Penna. bring you "Good Luck Signs" for every situation from "sore feet" to the "farmer with unhappy pigs" to "mother-in-law troubles".
Herr's Mill Bridge. This 180 foot double-span Burr Arch covered bridge is the longest in Lancaster County. Located at Mill Bridge Village, S. Ronks Rd., Lancaster County, PA.
Strasburg Railroad Depot Route 741, Starasburg, Penna. "The Road to Paradise" proveides thousands of tourists annually with a scenic ride on America's last regularly -schedules standard-guage steam passenger train. The nostalgic sounds and smells of old time railroading come alive as the ancient train chuffs thru the famous Amish Country of Lancaster County.
Postcard from J. B. Henry to Louisa Anderson containing gossip about the place, mailing of letters, retrieving newspapers from Watch Hill, and the health of her father. Addressed to Mrs. J. Buchanan Henry, Stapleton, Richmond County, New York with postmark and printed stamp. Lake George, NY.
James Buchanan Papers, Penn State University Libraries,
https://libraries.psu.edu/findingaids/1458.htm
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James Buchanan Family Papers
MG-96 James Buchanan Collection
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Custodial History
The James Buchanan Family Papers were collected by the James Buchanan Foundation for the Preservation of Wheatland. This collection was relocated from the Wheatland mansion to the LancasterHistory archives in the Spring of 2009. Digitization of the James Buchanan Family Papers was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 201808013051, 2019-2020.
Postcard from J. B. Henry to Louisa Anderson relating Will’s maiden voyage of rowing and sailing and hopes to secure an item from Lily Price today. Addressed to Mrs. J. Buchanan Henry, Garden City, Long Island, NY with postmark and printed stamp. Lake George, NY.
James Buchanan Papers, Penn State University Libraries,
https://libraries.psu.edu/findingaids/1458.htm
Related Item Notes
James Buchanan Family Papers
MG-96 James Buchanan Collection
Historical Society of Pennsylvania microfilm
Photograph collections
Curatorial collections
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, Pennsylvania.
Accession Number
JBMS1996.232b
Other Number
JBFP Part 3, Series 1, Subseries 1, Folder 126
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
The James Buchanan Family Papers were collected by the James Buchanan Foundation for the Preservation of Wheatland. This collection was relocated from the Wheatland mansion to the LancasterHistory archives in the Spring of 2009. Digitization of the James Buchanan Family Papers was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 201808013051, 2019-2020.