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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-002-033
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
View of Center Square, with Soldier's Monument in the foreground. Lancaster is the oldest in-land city in America and is one of the most industrious cities in the country. It is surrounded by some of the richest farmland in the world - Sometimes called the Garden Spot of the World. Beautiful country, scenery and Historical Places await the American tourist.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, P.O. Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, NY
Object ID
911-002-033
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-007-013
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
The Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity in the City of Lancaster, Pa.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Lancaster, Pa.
Object ID
911-007-013
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-007-014
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
The Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity in the City of Lancaster, Pa.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Lancaster, Pa.
Object ID
911-007-014
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-007-016
Date Range
after 1907
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
St. Luke's United Church of Christ, Marietta Ave. Lancaster, Pa. Founded 1879.
Date Range
after 1907
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Recipient
Mrs. Myrtle Hagelgans, 3344 Lexington Ave. Merchantville, N. J.
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Object ID
911-007-016
Additional Notes
"Dear Aunt Myrtle,
Hi, how are you feeling today. Hope all is well with you. We are all fine. We all went out to gather laurel on Sunday for church, tied it on ropes and had a good supper at church.
Love, The Gilders"
Postmarked November 26, 1959, Lancaster
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-007-022
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Saint Mary's of the Assumption Church (Founded 1742). Prince & Vine Streets, Lancaster, Pa.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, NY
Object ID
911-007-022
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-022-017
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Rock Ford, Home of Revolutionary War General Edward Hand, Lancaster, Pa. Built over 160 years ago, Rock Ford is a well-preserved example of refined country living during the United States' formative years. Original 18th century woodwork, authentic paint colors, pre-1803 furnishings and costumed hostesses greet the 20th century visitor.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, N. Y.
Object ID
911-022-017
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-022-018
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Wheatland, home of James Buchanan, Lancaster, Pa. Display at National Wax Museum. Wheatland is the home of James Buchanan, 15th President of the United States and the only president to be born in Pennsylvania. Buchan was a bachelor and his niece, Miss Harriet Lane was White House hostess during his presidency. Here, Buchanan and Harriet Lane receive news of his election to the presidency from the front porch of "Wheatland" in June, 1856. The home is open to visitors.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, N. Y.
Object ID
911-022-018
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-022-019
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Wheatland, home of James Buchanan, Lancaster, Pa. Interior of the parlor.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, N. Y.
Object ID
911-022-019
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
911-022-033
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Rock Ford, Home of Revolutionary War General Edward Hand, Lancaster, Pa. Built over 160 years ago, Rock Ford is a well-preserved example of refined country living during the United States formative years. Original 18th century woodwork, authentic paint colors, pre-1803 furnishings and costumed hostesses greet the 20th century visitor.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Object ID
911-022-033
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
964-025
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
The Amish Farm and House. U. S. Rt. 30, 6 miles east of Lancaster, Penna. Visit this authoritative replica of an "Old Order Amish" Farm. Hostess lectures respectfully explain the plain people's beliefs, customs and history. Complete farm operation with crops, animals, water wheels, buggies, etc.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Search Terms
Amish Farm and House
Tourism
Place
East Lampeter Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Object ID
964-025
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
964-026
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
The Amish Farm and House. U. S. Rt. 30, 6 miles east of Lancaster, Penna. Authentic replica of the "Front" room of an "Old Order" Amish house, showing plain, simple furniture as ready for Church. This room is kept closed, except for Church, weddings and funerals.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Search Terms
Amish Farm and House
Tourism
Place
East Lampeter Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, NY
Object ID
964-026
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
919-076
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Foodergong Lodge. Hay-Loft Gift Shop. Located in the heart of the "Pennsylvania Dutch Country" on Route 222 between Lancaster and Reading - Ephrata, PA. Famous for fine food and distinctive cocktails.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Search Terms
Restaurants
Foodergong Lodge
Place
Ephrata
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, PA
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, NY
Object ID
919-076
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
964-028
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Castle Gift Shop, Dutch Wonderland.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Search Terms
Dutch Wonderland
Amusement parks
Place
East Lampeter Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, PA
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, NY
Object ID
964-028
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
964-027
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Castle Gift Shop, Dutch Wonderland.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Search Terms
Dutch Wonderland
Amusement parks
Gift shops
Place
East Lampeter Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, PA
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, NY
Object ID
964-027
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
972-070
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Dining room at the Conestoga Motor Inn, U. S. Route 222, 5 miles north of Lancaster, PA. C. E. Pyle, Innkeeper.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Search Terms
Conestoga Motor Inn
Dining rooms
Restaurants
Inns
Hotels
Place
Manheim Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.5 x 5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, PA
Printer
Dexter Press, West Nyack, NY
Object ID
972-070
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
992-027
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
View of Second Lock Covered Bridge, also known as Snavely Mill Bridge. It is the longest exisiting wooden covered bridge in Pennsylvania and was build in 1850 and 350 feet long [double-span]. Located South of Lancaster on Second Lock Road just beyond Conestoga Memorial Park.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Lancaster Twp. and Pequea Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.25 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, Pa.
Printer
Dexter, West Nyack, N. Y.
Condition
Good
Object ID
992-027
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
916-001
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Pennsylvania Dutch Motel, US Route 222 - 1/4 mile north of Reading interchange of PA Turnpike
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Denver
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.25 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
Mellinger Studios, Lancaster, PA
Condition
Good
Object ID
916-001
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
916-002
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
"The Old Covered Bridge" One of the many covered wooden bridges still in use which may be seen in the Pennsylvania Dutch Country. This bridge is located off US 222 near Denver, Pa.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Denver
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.25 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, PA
Printer
Dexter, West Nyack, NY
Condition
Good
Object ID
916-002
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
916-003
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
Zinn's Diner, located in the heart of the Pennsylvania Dutch Country section one block north of Reading Interchange of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Specializing in the finest Pennsylvania Dutch Cooking and Baking.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
Denver
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.25 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
James E. Hess, Box 1402, Lancaster, PA
Printer
Dexter, West Nyack, NY
Condition
Good
Object ID
916-003
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Collection
Postcard Collection
Object ID
964-011
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Object Name
Postcard
Collection
Postcard Collection
Description
The Willows Cottages, Hotel & Restaurant. Five miles east of Lancaster on US Route 30.
Creator
Hess, James E.
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Subcategory
Documentary Artifact
Place
East Lampeter Twp.
Object Name
Postcard
Print Size
3.25 x 5.5 inches
Publisher
Mellinger Studios, Lancaster, PA
Condition
Good
Object ID
964-011
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