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Archive

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/8f5892b0-597e-43ce-9f1b-615235507742
Collection
Record of Fire Calls in Lancaster City
Title
Record of Fire Calls in Lancaster City
Object ID
MG0861
Date Range
1882-1988
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Record of Fire Calls in Lancaster City
Title
Record of Fire Calls in Lancaster City
Description
Logbook of fire calls in Lancaster City, 1882-1940. List of captains appointed from 1922-1938. Names of deceased firefighters and associated cemeteries. Newspaper clippings.
Date Range
1882-1988
Year Range From
1882
Year Range To
1988
Date of Accumulation
1882-1988
Creator
Unknown
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 19
Subjects
Fire chiefs
Fire fighters
Fires--Pennsylvania--Lancaster
Lancaster (Pa.)
Search Terms
Manuscript groups
Finding aids
Fire chiefs
Firefighters
Fires
Lancaster
Fire calls
Extent
1 volume
Object Name
Archive
Language
English
Object ID
MG0861
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Notes
Given in memory of Elizabeth Winters Hall.
This collection has not been fully cataloged.
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact research@lancasterhistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Collection may not be photocopied. 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
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Accession Number
2021.039
Other Numbers
MG-861
Other Number
MG-0861
Classification
MG0861
Description Level
Fonds
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Archive

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/23ce2516-8359-4a71-96b5-150573978331
Collection
Historical, Agricultural, and Mechanics Institute of Lancaster Colledtion
Title
The Historical, Agricultural, and Mechanics Institute of Lancaster Collection
Object ID
MG0870
Date Range
1860
. Language: English Biographical and Historical Note: Source of Acquisition: Gift of Dr. Herbert H. Beck, date unknown. Custodial History (Provenance): Accruals: No further accruals are expected. Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), The Historical, Agricultural, and
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Collection
Historical, Agricultural, and Mechanics Institute of Lancaster Colledtion
Title
The Historical, Agricultural, and Mechanics Institute of Lancaster Collection
Description
This collection contains the amended charter of the Historical, Agricultural, and Mechanics Institute of Lancaster, filed 21 December 1860. This organization is also referred to as the Lancaster Athenaeum.
Date Range
1860
Date of Accumulation
1860
Creator
Unknown
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 19
Subjects
Charters
Associations, institutions, etc.
Search Terms
Associations, institutions, etc.
Finding aids
Manuscript groups
Charters
Extent
1 folder
Object Name
Archive
Language
English
Object ID
MG0870
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), The Historical, Agricultural, and Mechanics Institute of Lancaster Collection (MG0870), Box #, Folder #, (or Object ID), LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
No restrictions.
Copyright
Collection may not be photocopied. 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
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Accession Number
Unknown.MG0870
Other Numbers
MG-870
Other Number
MG-870
Classification
MG0870
Description Level
Fonds
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Ball, Crystal

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Collection
Heritage Center Collection
Object ID
P95.02.01a-b
Date Range
unknown
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Collection
Heritage Center Collection
Description
P95.02.01A: Crystal ball is a sphere of clear glass containing tiny interior bubbles and barely perceptible striations on the surface corresponding to lines of latitude.
P95.02.01B: Base for ball is a turned disk of pine with recessed top in which to
Place of origin is unknown.
Provenance
9/07/2012 - Transferred from HC Collections; 12/29/94 - Purchase from Book Haven 146 N. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
Date Range
unknown
Made By
Unknown
Subcategory
Food Service T&E
Object Name
Ball, Crystal
Dimension Details
Height: base: 1 1/4; Width: ; Length: ; Depth; Diameter: ball: 3 1/2; base: 3 1/4
Condition
Good
Condition Notes
Glass ball has minor surface abrasions or imperfections; some small nicks and scratches in the base, and a 1/2" area of finish loss on the center of the bottom.
Object ID
P95.02.01a-b
Accession Number
2012.999
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Basket

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/c61b3ee2-4e2d-40bd-b295-131406260379
Collection
Wheatland
Object ID
W.35.170
Date Range
unknown
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Collection
Wheatland
Description
Reeded market basket, bottom and top edge has 'braided' design. Hinged top, opens on either side.
Date Range
unknown
Last Owner
Unknown
Storage Location
Wheatland, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Middle Attic
Storage Wall
Room 1
Storage Cabinet
Unit 13
Storage Shelf
Shelf 2
Subcategory
Container
Object Name
Basket
Material
Reed
Condition
Poor
Condition Date
2003-08-18
Object ID
W.35.170
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Accession Number
W.35.170
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Biography

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/e9a52070-3044-4f0b-b1df-653463293249
Collection
Rev. John Wallace Papers
Title
Biography of Rev. John Wallace
Object ID
MG0869_F001
Date Range
No Date
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Collection
Rev. John Wallace Papers
Title
Biography of Rev. John Wallace
Description
A brief biography of Rev. John Wallace and his life detailing from birth to death. The biography describes his path in the Church, starting from a Quaker family in Chester County to becoming a minister in the Presbyterian church in Pequea and Cedar Grove, Pennsylvania.
Admin/Biographical History
Rev. Wallace (d.1866) was pastor at Pequea Church, Gap, Lancaster County from 1833-1866. The family is from Chester and Lancaster counties.
Date Range
No Date
Creation Date
No date
Creator
Unknown
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 19
People
Wallace, John
Wallace, Margaret Gibson
White, Robert
Subjects
Biographies
Search Terms
Biographies
Extent
1 item, 2 pages to scan
Object Name
Biography
Language
English
Object ID
MG0869_F001
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Notes
Given in memory of Ann Morgan Ryan.
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Rev. John Wallace Papers (MG0869), Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research Center Staff at Research@LancasterHistory.org prior to visit.
Copyright
Collection may not be photocopied. 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
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Accession Number
2022.001
Other Numbers
MG-869
Other Number
MG-869, Folder 1
Classification
MG0869
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Added to database 5 April 2022.
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Biography

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/80c496af-5738-44fd-a249-646821623312
Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Title
Biographical information about Thaddeus Stevens
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F001_It01
Date Range
No date
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Collection
Thaddeus Stevens Collection
Title
Biographical information about Thaddeus Stevens
Description
"Stevens, Thaddeus. Statesman." Biographical information.
Date Range
No date
Creation Date
No date
Creator
Unknown
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Archives South
Storage Wall
Side 03
People
Stevens, Thaddeus
Subjects
Abolitionists
Biographies
Lawyers
Legislators--United States
Politicians
Search Terms
Abolitionists
Biographies
Congressmen
Lawyers
Legislators
Politicians
Stevens and Smith Center
Extent
1 item, 1 page to scan
Object Name
Biography
Language
English
Object ID
MG0115_P01_F001_It01
Location of Originals
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Related Item Notes
Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115_P01) https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/fc4d62c6-ef85-4f0f-bfb8-361140325885
Notes
Preferred Citation: Title or description of item, date (day, month, year), Thaddeus Stevens Collection (MG0115), Part 1, Folder # or Object ID, LancasterHistory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. URL if applicable. Date accessed (day, month, year).
Access Conditions / Restrictions
Please use digital images and transcriptions when available. Original documents may be used by appointment. Please contact Research@LancasterHistory.org at least two weeks prior to visit.
Copyright
Images have been provided for research purposes only. Please contact Research@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.
Other Numbers
MG-115
Other Number
MG-115, Part 1, Folder 1, Item 1
Classification
MG0115
Description Level
Item
Custodial History
Added to database 14 April 2022.
Digitization of this document was funded by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, PHMC Appl ID # 202010016624, 2020-2023.
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Bottle

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Collection
Wheatland
Title
Syrup Bottle
Object ID
W.1935.139.001.a
Date Range
1860
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Collection
Wheatland
Title
Syrup Bottle
Description
Clear molded glass cruet with raised fluted ribs from the neck down to the base surmounted by a 1.00" bulbous neck, reducing to a 0.5" diameter spout. Curved clear glass handle is applied to one side.
Date Range
1860
Year Range From
1
Last Owner
Unknown
Storage Location
Wheatland, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
Butler's Pantry
Storage Wall
North Wall
Storage Cabinet
Built-in Cabinet
Storage Shelf
Bottom Shelf
Subcategory
Need to Classify
Object Name
Bottle
Material
Glass
Height (in)
12
Width (in)
4.5
Condition
Good
Condition Date
2003-07-21
Object ID
W.1935.139.001.a
Credit
Courtesy of LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Accession Number
W.1935.139
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Bowl

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/38dfd025-7289-4f49-bbcb-261741517383
Collection
Wheatland
Title
Asian Design Bowl Owned by Harriet Lane Johnston
Object ID
2014.002.02
Date Range
Late 19th century
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Wheatland
Title
Asian Design Bowl Owned by Harriet Lane Johnston
Description
Round bowl of glazed hand-painted chinese porcelain; one of a set of three. Thin walled sides curve up sharply to a molded edge with irregular scalloping. Foot ring on bottom with unusual recessed circle at center (1 3/8" dia.).
Inside bowl at center are circular geometric and floral/foliate designs of blue and overpainted red. Sides divided into 6 panels with 2 alternating designs - large winged insect, etc., with red predominating; and stylized floral and foliate designs with blue predominating. Exterior sides have 2 blue alternating motifs: a flower with leaves alternates with a design of two snake-like forms. Blue striped banding at foot ring as well as circumference of center recessed area.
Follows the style of 17th - 18th century Imari decoration, which orginiated in Japan and was copied in China for the European export market in the 18th century. The style was revived in the late 19th century.
China or Japan.
Provenance
Bowl owned by Harriet Lane Johnston, then descent within family to donor.
Date Range
Late 19th century
Made By
Unknown
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Wall
West Wall
Storage Cabinet
Unit 35
Storage Shelf
Shelf 3
Subcategory
Food Service T&E
Object Name
Bowl
Material
Clay, Glaze, Paint
Height (in)
2
Diameter (in)
6
Condition
Good
Condition Date
2014-02-18
Condition Notes
Minor scratches in bottom. Edge has one significant chip with 1"-long crack descending from it. Upper area of sides have some surface deposits of lime, etc., caused by standing water.
Object ID
2014.002.02
Accession Number
2014.002
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Bowl

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/7c91cd66-6cbb-47b5-b0ad-276914529912
Collection
Wheatland
Title
Asian Design Bowl Owned by Harriet Lane Johnston
Object ID
2014.002.03
Date Range
Late 19th century
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Collection
Wheatland
Title
Asian Design Bowl Owned by Harriet Lane Johnston
Description
Round bowl of glazed hand-painted chinese porcelain, one of a set of three. Thin walled sides curve up sharply to a molded edge with irregular scalloping. Foot ring on bottom with unusual recessed circle at center (1 3/8" dia.).
Inside bowl at center are circular geometric and floral/foliate designs of blue and overpainted red. Sidesdivided into 6 panels with 2 alternating designs: large winged insect, etc., with red predominating; and stylized floral and foliate designs with blue predominating. Exterior sides have 2 blue alternating motifs: a flower with leaves alternates with a design of two snake-like forms. Blue striped banding at foot ring as well as circumference of center recessed area.
Provenance
Bowl owned by Harriet Lane Johnston, then descent within family to donor.
Date Range
Late 19th century
Made By
Unknown
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Wall
West Wall
Storage Cabinet
Unit 35
Storage Shelf
Shelf 3
Subcategory
Food Service T&E
Object Name
Bowl
Material
Clay, Glaze, Paint
Height (in)
2
Diameter (in)
6
Condition
Good
Condition Date
2014-02-18
Condition Notes
Minor scratches in bottom. Upper area of sides have significant surface deposits from lime, etc., caused by standing water.
Object ID
2014.002.03
Place of Origin
China
Accession Number
2014.002
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Bowl

https://collections.lancasterhistory.org/en/permalink/44d00fb1-e5df-4fb4-98db-321349132400
Collection
Wheatland
Title
Asian Design Bowl Owned by Harriet Lane Johnston
Object ID
2014.002.04
Date Range
Late 19th century
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Collection
Wheatland
Title
Asian Design Bowl Owned by Harriet Lane Johnston
Description
Round bowl of glazed hand-painted chinese porcelain, one of a set of three. Thin walled sides curve up sharply to a molded edge with irregular scalloping. Foot ring on bottom with unusual recessed circle at center (1 3/8" dia.).
Inside bowl at center are circular geometric and floral/foliate designs of blue and overpainted red. Sides divided into 6 panels with 2 alternating designs - large winged insect, etc., with red predominating; and stylized floral and foliate designs with blue predominating. Exterior sides have 2 blue alternating motifs: a flower with leaves alternates with a design of two snake-like forms. Blue striped banding at foot ring as well as circumference of center recessed area.
Provenance
Bowl owned by Harriet Lane Johnston, then descent within family to donor.
Date Range
Late 19th century
Made By
Unknown
Storage Location
LancasterHistory, Lancaster, PA
Storage Room
DAC
Storage Wall
West Wall
Storage Cabinet
Unit 35
Storage Shelf
Shelf 3
Subcategory
Food Service T&E
Object Name
Bowl
Material
Clay, Glaze, Paint
Height (in)
2
Diameter (in)
6
Condition
Fair
Condition Date
2014-02-18
Condition Notes
Minor scratches inside bottom. Sides have some surface deposits of lime, etc., caused by standing water. Most significant is a large break at one side with accompanying damage to edge of two large chips. Repaired with four staples affixed to outside of breakout.
Object ID
2014.002.04
Place of Origin
China
Accession Number
2014.002
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