Williamsport in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Dietrick Lamade
(1859-1938)
Photographed By Paul Crumlish, June 5, 2011
1. Dietrick Lamade Marker
German-born publisher of the Sunday Grit, for many years a national “family newspaper.” He founded it in 1882; this site was its home after 1889. He built Grit on a “good news” concept, an appeal to rural tastes, and a nationwide network of young carriers.
Erected 1996 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1882.
Location. 41° 14.376′ N, 77° 0.264′ W. Marker is in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, in Lycoming County. Marker is at the intersection of West Third Street and William Street, on the left when traveling east on West Third Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Williamsport PA 17701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Chief Woapalanne (within shouting distance of this marker); Gary Brown (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Larry Kelley (about 300 feet away); Tom O'Malley (about 300 feet away); Carl Stotz (about 300 feet away); Joseph M. McDade (about
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Also see . . .
1. As American as Mom, Apple Pie & Grit. Grit website homepage:
When the first headline for Grit was set in 1882, it’s doubtful anyone could have envisioned the publication continuing into the 21st century. (Submitted on June 18, 2011, by PaulwC3 of Northern, Virginia.)
2. Dietrick Lamade - Behind the Marker. ExplorePAHistory.com (Submitted on July 20, 2011, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
3. Dietrick Lamade at FindAGrave.com. (Submitted on November 10, 2014, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
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2. Dietrick Lamade
Photographed By Paul Crumlish, June 5, 2011
3. Wide view of the Dietrick Lamade Marker
The markers stands next to the one-time Grit Publishing Co. Headquarters.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 18, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 18, 2011, by PaulwC3 of Northern, Virginia. This page has been viewed 541 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on June 18, 2011, by PaulwC3 of Northern, Virginia. 2. submitted on February 18, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 3. submitted on June 18, 2011, by PaulwC3 of Northern, Virginia.
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