This record group contains canceled orders that were issued by the county commissioners for payment to be made by the county treasurer. The orders show date, order number, amount, name of payee, purpose, and signatures of the county commissioners. In the case of "poor children," teachers were reimbursed by the county for tuition and/or the supplies purchased for students whose parents were unable to pay. Orders include: Poor Children, Almshouse, Bridges, Coroners' Inquests, Prisons, Roads, Court House, and Tax Exonerations.
System of Arrangement
The record group is organized chronologically, then arranged by order number within each year.
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Additional Notes
Also additional inventory.
Enslaved persons listed, one man and one woman.
2 items, 2 pieces
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Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
LancasterHistory is committed to preserving and providing access to materials chronicling Lancaster County's heritage. As a historical resource, this document reflects the racial prejudices and actions of the era. In order to maintain the historical integrity and context of collection items, LancasterHistory does not censor historical documents or edit language, titles, or organization names when transcribing original content.
Additional Notes
Enslaved persons listed, three women and one boy.
1 item, 2 pieces
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Images have been provided for research purposes. Please contact research@lancasterhistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish. There is no fee for publication.
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Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
LancasterHistory is committed to preserving and providing access to materials chronicling Lancaster County's heritage. As a historical resource, this document reflects the racial prejudices and actions of the era. In order to maintain the historical integrity and context of collection items, LancasterHistory does not censor historical documents or edit language, titles, or organization names when transcribing original content.
Additional Notes
Recorded as John Steret in will book.
Indentured servant listed.
Enslaved persons listed, one woman and one boy.
1 item, 1 piece
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Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
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Custodial History
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
LancasterHistory is committed to preserving and providing access to materials chronicling Lancaster County's heritage. As a historical resource, this document reflects the racial prejudices and actions of the era. In order to maintain the historical integrity and context of collection items, LancasterHistory does not censor historical documents or edit language, titles, or organization names when transcribing original content.
Additional Notes
Enslaved persons listed, two boys and two girls.
1 item, 1 piece
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment-contact research@lancasterhistory.org at least two weeks prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes. Please contact research@lancasterhistory.org for a high-resolution image and permission to publish. There is no fee for publication.
Credit
Courtesy of Lancaster County Archives and LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Classification
RG-03-00-0133
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
A piratess and an indignant noble cross swords for possesion of a square during a game of Human Chess at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire in northern Lancaster County
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
Visitors to the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire meet with 16th century characters at every turn. On the 25 acre Faire site, patrons join in the entertainment as pawns in the Human Chess Match, make cameo apperances in stage performances shows and can even be knighted by Queen Elizabeth herself.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
"Joust Do It!" is the battle cry of the fearless knights who do battle for the Queen's favour each day of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire in fiercely lifelike battles of sword and shield.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
The ULTIMATE CHALLENGE at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. A cast of 100s of colorfully costumed performers recreate a rollicking Country Faire in Merrie Olde England, including a spectacular armoured jousting tournament.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
A Royal presence is unmistakable as Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth I, joins Her loyal subjects as while presiding over the festivities of the 16th century Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
Where Knights Fall Daily... In fiercely lifelike contests of lance and shield as chivalrous knights atop graceful steeds clash at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire's Ultimate Jousting Tournament.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
The whimsical charm and entertaining feats of tightrope walkers, jugglers, jesters, magicians, and swordsmen are among the 50 shows performed each Saturday, Sunday and Monday through Labor Day at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire in Lancaster County.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
Ghouls and Goblins galore... are dying to welcome unsuspecting visitors to the spoof-spun horrow planned for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire's annual Halloween Fright Night.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.
Shake, Barrel and Roll!... to a 16th century thrill ride at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at this recreation of and Elizabethan Faire in merrie olde England. Foods, crafts, shows, rides and games of the 400 year old vintage can be enjoyed.
Provenance
Photographs and slides donated by Discover Lancaster/Pennsylvania Dutch Country Visitors Bureau, June 2016.