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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

 
Clickable Map of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Lancaster County, PA (539) Berks County, PA (292) Chester County, PA (459) Dauphin County, PA (318) Lebanon County, PA (102) York County, PA (435) Cecil County, MD (184) Harford County, MD (204)  LancasterCounty(539) Lancaster County (539)  BerksCounty(292) Berks County (292)  ChesterCounty(459) Chester County (459)  DauphinCounty(318) Dauphin County (318)  LebanonCounty(102) Lebanon County (102)  YorkCounty(435) York County (435)  CecilCountyMaryland(184) Cecil County (184)  HarfordCounty(204) Harford County (204)
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101 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Changes in Elizabethtown
Elizabethtown was incorporated on April 13, 1827, and a railroad was built through the area in the 1830's. Elizabethtown College was established in 1899 and the Masonic Homes followed in 1911. The Borough began its life as primarily an agricultural . . . Map (db m136603) HM
102 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Design of Elizabethtown
The town had a central square and a "diamond" pattern common to many newly founded Pennsylvania towns. Stakes in the ground identified boundaries of lots, streets, and alleys. Barnabas Hughes gave them names they still carry—Market Street, . . . Map (db m136589) HM
103 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Elizabeth Area Veterans Memorial
This memorial is dedicated to all persons who served in the Armed Forces to preserve freedom and democracy of the United States of America World War I George S. Alwine Abram B. Brandt Guy Culp Walter F. Eshelman Abraham W. . . . Map (db m136606) WM
104 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Elizabethtown — Carrier of Change
"Wood and coal produced steam that powered passenger trains through Elizabethtown for over 100 years. The 'Golden Age' of steam ended in 1938 when the Pennsylvania Railroad purchased safer, faster, cleaner electric locomotives." —Pat . . . Map (db m136605) HM
105 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Grist Mill Process
The Groff, Stauffer, Binkley Mill was most likely steam powered but many of the local mills were run on a water stream's flow and water pressure as depicted here. Standard Mill Mechanisms (panel 1) Grain Bin • Chute • Elevator • . . . Map (db m135199) HM
106 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — In Memoriam
This tablet is erected in memory of two citizens of Elizabethtown who were posthumously awarded our nations highest military award, the Congressional Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry & intrepidity in action at the risk of their lives . . . Map (db m136607) WM
107 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Industry in Elizabethtown
In the early 1900's the Klein Chocolate Company and several shoe factories opened in town. The last of the shoe factories closed in 1979, but Klein Chocolate became part of what is now Mars Chocolate and still plays an important role in the . . . Map (db m136604) HM
108 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Jacob Gottwals Francis (1870-1958)
In 1898, J.G. Francis of Oaks, Pennsylvania, then in his late twenties, a free minister of the Green Tree Church of the Brethren, traveled on bicycle throughout eastern Pennsylvania and the eastern shore of Maryland photographing Brethren . . . Map (db m136609) HM
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109 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Mary Zug Francis (1870-1958)
Mary Zug, the wife of J.G. Francis, was the daughter of Michael and Mary Frantz Zug. She lived at a time when social changes were a challenge to many long held traditions and customs. Though she was a woman of strong beliefs, she was also a woman of . . . Map (db m136610) HM
110 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Millstone Plaza History
On this site in 1876, Joseph K. Groff built Groff's Mill, a steam-powered grist mill on Negley's Run. In 1877, when Joseph joined his brother, John K. Groff, in the meat business at a butcher shop at 13 North Market Street, he sold the mill to . . . Map (db m135098) HM
111 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — Nissley / Kobel Historic Cemetery
HN for Hans/John Nissley (birth date unknown,died 1789), son of 1717 immigrant Hans Nissley. In 1743 John and wife Mary (daughter of 1727 immigrants Michael and Anna Siegrist of Silver Spring PA), settled by Conoy Creek and in 1750 they built the . . . Map (db m213798) HM
112 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — The Brethren
The Brethren movement started in 1708 in Schwarzenau, Germany when a group of Pietists of Reformed and Lutheran background adopted an anabaptist church organization. Due to severe repression and economic necessity, virtually the entire movement . . . Map (db m136608) HM
113 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown — The Shoe Industry in Elizabethtown
Shoe manufacturing was an important industry in Elizabethtown's history. One of the first building lots in town as sold in 1763 to Fredrick Zetty, a shoemaker. He handcrafted custom leather shoes from hides purchased from local tanneries. By 1860, . . . Map (db m136587) HM
114 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown, Mount Joy Township — Elizabethtown
Named for Elizabeth Hughes early settler. Founded 1746Map (db m220425) HM
115 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown, Mount Joy Township — Elizabethtown
Elizabethtown Named for Elizabeth Hughes Early settler Founded 1746Map (db m223933) HM
116 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Elizabethtown, West Donegal Township — Elizabethtown
Named for Elizabeth Hughes Early settler Founded 1746Map (db m224289) HM
117 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — 249 West Main Street
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m136641) HM
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118 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Battle of Brandywine Memorial
Sacred to the memory of the patriotic soldiers of the American Revolution who fought in the battle of the Brandywine Sept. 11, A.D. 1777. About 500 of the sick and wounded were brought to Ephrata for treatment. Several hundred . . . Map (db m164809) HM WM
119 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Brothers' House Complex
The Brothers' House (Bethania) was built on this site in the spring of 1746. Although it is difficult to determine the actual height of the building, the Brothers' House was probably a four-and-one-half story half-timber structure that measured . . . Map (db m175230) HM
120 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Ephrata Cloister
Surviving restored buildings of the Seventh Day Baptist community founded by Conrad Beissel. Original buildings erected between 1735 and 1749. Administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.Map (db m156654) HM
121 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Ephrata Cloister
Surviving buildings of the famous Ephrata community of Seventh Day Baptists, founded by Conrad Beissel, 1732. Turn to the right here to see this State historic shrine.Map (db m177345) HM
122 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Ephrata Veterans Memorial
We fought for purity courage and justiceMap (db m136626) WM
123 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Ephrata War Memorial Field Complex
1945 Fundraising efforts began in December to construct a "living memorial to those who served so gallantly to make the world a safer place." $50,000 was needed for the construction, which originally included a football field, tennis . . . Map (db m164807) HM
124 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Ephrata's Veterans' Plaza
"They are not dead who live in the hearts they leave behind." Tuscarora Indian Proverb Ephrata's Veterans' Plaza is dedicated to all American servicement and women, from all wars. We hope that generations to come will honor the . . . Map (db m136639) WM
125 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Ephrata's Women Composers
Among the earliest women composers in the American colonies, the Solitary Sisters of the Ephrata Cloister wrote intricate hymn melodies and texts during the 1740s. These hymns were intended to be sung at worship services. Several compositions and . . . Map (db m212174) HM
126 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Home of Conrad Beissel — 1691 - 1768 — A Landmark of American Music —
Founder and superintendent of the Ephrata Cloister. Conrad Beissel was one of America's earliest composers of hymns and anthems, organizer and teacher of the cloister singing school and publisher of America's first book of original compositions, . . . Map (db m22442) HM
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127 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — In Memory of our Departed Comrades — Amvet Post 136 and Auxiliary
Almighty God, we commend into thy hands the souls of our brothers and sisters departed. Having been faithful in peace and in war to the principles upon which this nation is founded. And ever mindful to keep her a nation under God. We pray thee to . . . Map (db m214341) WM
128 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — Mentzer Building — 3 West Main Street
Mentzer Building has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior 1889Map (db m136624) HM
129 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — 19 — Mount Zion Buildings
Constructed by the Brotherhood between 1738 and 1745. Included both a dormitory and Saal. During the Revolutionary War some of the Mount Zion buildings served as a hospital for American soldiers.Map (db m136646) HM
130 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — The Kedar
Archaeologists working at this site between 1994 and 1998 located evidence of a large 18th century structure built of posts placed in the ground, as defined by the stone outline. There are several possible interpretations for this previously . . . Map (db m136643) HM
131 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata — This site honors the Sister City Relationship between Ephrata, Pennsylvania and Eberbach, Germany
This site honors the Sister City Relationship between Ephrata, Pennsylvania and Eberbach, Germany. This relationship was established in 1976 as part of the Ephrata Bicentennial Celebration. Eberbach is the birthplace of . . . Map (db m136625) HM
132 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata, Clay Township — The Nanticoke Indian Tribe
In memory of The Nanticoke Indian Tribe which was located on this tract between the years 1721 and 1748 Grant of 742 acres from the Penns to henry Carpenter, May 9, 1734Map (db m164794) HM
133 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata, Ephrata Township — Cocalico
To the glory of God and in sacred memory of the pioneer men and women who founded this congregation originally called Cocalico about the year 1731 and the faithful pastors who ministered here -------- This . . . Map (db m227678) HM
134 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Ephrata, West Earl Township — Zook's Mill Bridge — The Covered Bridges of Lancaster County, PA
Also Known As the Log Cabin Bridge In April 1849, the County of Lancaster placed an advertisement seeking proposals to build a bridge near Henry Zook's Mill on the Cocalico Creek. The county bridge docket, a record of bridge . . . Map (db m175098) HM
135 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Gap — World Wars I and II Memorial
In patriotic memory of those who served and made the supreme sacrifice in World War I and World War IIMap (db m205654) WM
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136 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Gap, Salisbury Township — Great Minquas Path
An Indian trail, which was later the original Conestoga Road, passed through Gap, half a mile south of here. Over it, in the 17th century, Minquas (Conestoga) Indians carried quantities of beaver skins from the Susquehanna Valley to trading posts . . . Map (db m157428) HM
137 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Gap, Salisbury Township — The Gap Clock Tower
Unique on American Highways, was erected by the people of Gap in 1892. It was restored in 1953. The clock’s face, long telling time to passing multitudes on the Newport Road, overlooks, at The Gap, William Penn’s entrance into Conestoga, now . . . Map (db m157639) HM
138 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Gap, Salisbury Township — Walker House — Circa 1870
Has been placed on the Lancaster County Register of Historic SitesMap (db m220133) HM
139 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Gap, Salisbury Township — William Chester Ruth — (1882-1971)
African American inventor who opened a blacksmith and machine shop here in 1923. He did metal work and repairs, primarily for Pennsylvania German farmers. Ruth designed and patented many agricultural devices, most notably his 1928 baler feeder. He . . . Map (db m157427) HM
140 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Goodville, East Earl Township — Goodville — East Earl Twp
Named for Peter Good early landowner and settler. Founded 1815Map (db m219366) HM
141 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Gordonville — First Settlement
On September 10, 1710, a patent for 2000 acres of land surrounding this spot was granted by William Penn, proprietor of Pennsylvania, to Daniel Fiere and Isaac Lefever. The patentees were from France and were Huguenots. Here they, with their mother, . . . Map (db m202663) HM
142 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Gordonville, East Lampeter Township — Soudersburg Methodist Church
Site of a colonial congregation. Built in 1801 by settlers Benjamin and Jacob Souders Methodist Laymen. Henry Boehm 1775-1875 taught a class here, Bishop Francis Asbury 1745-1816 preached here. Philadelphia annual conference met here in 1804.Map (db m205655) HM
143 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Hopeland, Clay Township — Clay Township War Memorial
In gratefull memory to the men and women from this communitty who served in the Armed Forces of the United States during any war and a lasting tribute to those who gave their lives in the service of their country Project sponsored by Baron . . . Map (db m217621) WM
144 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Intercourse, Leacock Township — Intercourse
Formerly "Cross Keys" from a noted old tavern stand. Founded 1754Map (db m218593) HM
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145 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Kinzers, Paradise Township — Kinzer — Founded 1835 —
Named for Harry Kinzer descendent of Huguenot settlers. Founded 1835Map (db m50426) HM
146 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Kirkwood — White Rock Forge Bridge (1884) — West Octoraro #2
In 1845 citizens of Little Britain and Colerain Township petitioned for a bridge at "the road from Oak Hill to Union Meeting house.” The courts agreed that a bridge at this location was "necessary for the accommodation of the public” and . . . Map (db m171870) HM
147 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — 140 Years of Lancaster Baseball
The rules, equipment, and culture of baseball have evolved throughout American history. In 1845 the New York Knickerbockers Base Ball Club's president, Alexander Joy Cartwright, wrote several innovative guidelines for the game and has become known . . . Map (db m157459) HM
148 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Abraham de Peyster
Abraham dePeyster Alderman of the City of New York 1685; Mayor of that City, 1691-95. Member of Earl Bellomont’s Council, 1698, Assistant Judge of the Supreme Court, 1698. Colonel Commanding, Regiment of Militia of City Trained Bands 1700 Chief . . . Map (db m54368) HM
149 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — African-American Women Escape County Jail, 1835 — Lancaster County Sheriff, 'Dare Devil Dave' Miller secretly liberated women jailed by bounty hunters
Fulton Theatre, directly opposite of this block, is among the nation's oldest continually operating performance halls. When this site was the location of the Lancaster County Jail, a dramatic episode in the Underground Railroad history occurred. The . . . Map (db m136439) HM
150 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Ambulance Co. No. 111   28th Division A.E.F.
To honor the members of Ambulance Co. No. 111   28th Division A.E.F. Originally Company No. 3 Penna. National Guard * Captain Charles P. Starr, Commanding Officer Captains * John D. Boger   * Alfred F. Compton   * Grant B. Weaver   * William . . . Map (db m54592) HM
151 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Andrew Ellicott — (1754 - 1820)
Surveyor, mathematician, astronomer. Secretary, Pennsylvania Land Office, 1801-08. In 1803, while living here, he taught Meriwether Lewis surveying and navigation skills. Helped survey & draw boundaries of New York, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C. & . . . Map (db m5171) HM
152 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — B. F. Good / P. Lorillard Tobacco Warehouse — 53 West James Street
B.F. Good / P. Lorillard Tobacco Warehouse built in 1899 has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m136616) HM
153 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Bailey's Printshop
Francis Bailey, official printer to both the U.S. Congress and the Commonwealth, operated a printing office on this site from 1773 to 1780. Here, he produced many historic imprints including Thomas Paine's "Crisis No. 4."Map (db m177241) HM
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154 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Benjamin Franklin — 1706 - 1790
[Front:] Benjamin Franklin 1706 - 1790 Philosopher Diplomat Inventor Scientist Printer Author [Left side:] Franklin College University of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Hospital Circulating Library . . . Map (db m136428) HM
155 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Captain Stephen Chambers — 1753 - 1789
Officer in Revolutionary War Delegate to the State Convention which ratified the Constitution of the United States Trustee of Franklin College First Worshipful Master of Lancaster Lodge No. 43 F. and AM Member of Lancaster Bar and . . . Map (db m157467) HM
156 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Central Market
The red brick market building directly before you is the oldest publicly owned, continually operated market in the United States, representing a Lancaster tradition since 1730. This building, which was constructed in 1889 by John Berger, is . . . Map (db m157468) HM
157 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Charles Demuth
Born in Lancaster, Nov. 8, 1883. Demuth achieved international fame for his precise modernist paintings including "My Egypt" and "I Saw the Figure 5 in Gold." He traveled in the U.S. and abroad but resided after 1889 in this house. Here he died in . . . Map (db m5202) HM
158 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Christopher Marshall — 1709 - 1797
Distinguished diarist of Revolutionary times lived in this house where he made almost daily entries in his diary from June 27, 1777 to September 24, 1781Map (db m219554) HM
159 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Civil War Veterans Memorial
In honor and memory of Lancaster County Veterans for their service and sacrifice during the Civil War Civil War 1861 - 1865Map (db m136506) WM
160 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Colonel Matthias Slough — 1733-1812
Officer in Revolutionary War Member of General Assembly Coroner who presided at Inquest of Paxton Massacre Proprietor of White Swan Tavern Member of St. James ChurchMap (db m157469) HM
161 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Colonial Mansion
This house, of true Georgian style, was built about 1750. The ground was purchased by Thomas Poultney, merchant, in 1749, John Passmore, first mayor of Lancaster, occupied the house at one time.Map (db m5226) HM
162 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Early Architecture
This one and a half story house is typical of the architecture during the period of early settlement of Lancaster, dating from 1730. Most of the local houses in 1800 were of this style.Map (db m5168) HM
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163 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Early Transportation Routes
King Street Throughout Lancaster City's history, King Street has been a major thoroughfare between Philadelphia and points west. In 1733 work commenced on the King's Highway, now Route 340. This highway began at the square, extended eastward . . . Map (db m157545) HM
164 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Edward Shippen — 1703 - 1781
Chairman of Committee of Correspondence During American Revolution Chief Burgess of Lancaster at time of Paxton Massacre Judge of the County Court One of Founders and a Trustee of Princeton University Grandfather of Peggy, wife of . . . Map (db m5207) HM
165 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — First Presbyterian Church — American Presbyterian and Reformed Historical Site
Congregation traces its origin to 1742. The first regular pastor was Rev. John D. Woodhull, Revolutionary patriot. First building completed here in 1770; present edifice dedicated 1851. James Buchanan, 15th President of the U.S., was a member.Map (db m122389) HM
166 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — First Reformed Church
Congregation of German, Swiss, and French settlers was formed about 1729. Log church here, Lancaster's first, 1736. Stone building, 1753; brick church, 1854. Rev. Philip Otterbein, Rev. William Hendel, Dr. Henry Harbaugh were eminent pastors.Map (db m5205) HM
167 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — First Reformed Church
This congregation, organized by French, Swiss and German settlers, 1730 - 1732. The Log Church, first church consecrated to the worship of God in this city, June 20, 1736, stood on this site. The First Bell hung on old hickory tree, . . . Map (db m161158) HM
168 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Francis Asbury — 1745 - 1816
Near this spot on July 6, 1815 Bishop Asbury & Lancaster's Henry Boehm "bade one another adieu for the last time," ending his annual visits here, after thirty-five years.Map (db m161169) HM
169 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Frank E. and Eva L. Manning — Alumni Green
In 1853 James Buchanan, president of the Board of Trustees and later the fifteenth president of the United States, chose this as the site of the newly merged Franklin & Marshall College. The College Building, which became known as Old Main in the . . . Map (db m157472) HM
170 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Franklin & Marshall College — Lancaster City
Franklin College, established in Lancaster in 1787, is the thirteenth oldest institution of higher education in the United States. The college's founders included four signers of the Declaration of Independence, four members of the Constitutional . . . Map (db m161172) HM
171 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Franklin & Marshall College — Campus Historic District
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places 2003 Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission Preservation Pennsylvania Map (db m178762) HM
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172 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Franklin & Marshall College September 11 Memorial
In Remembrance of Members of the Franklin & Marshall College Community and All Others Who Perished in the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001 World Trade Center, New York City, NY Jeffrey M. Charnoff '88 Edward J. . . . Map (db m178652) WM
173 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Frederick Augustus Muhlenberg
Sacred to the memory of Frederick Augustus Muhlenberg who was born on the 1st day of January, 1750 and departed this life on the 4th day of June, 1801 Aged 51 years, 5 months and 5 days ------------------------------ Lutheran Pastor in Colonial . . . Map (db m54382) HM
174 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Fremont Boys
In eternal memory of Fremont Boys who served in the World's War Milton Anderson • Harold R. Aikins • Ernest Aikins • William Bossler • John E. Brown • Norman Bair • George Bair • Henry Bomberger • Charles Brown • . . . Map (db m161162) WM
175 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Fulton Opera House
Built in 1852 and named Fulton Hall in honor of Robert Fulton. It is considered an excellent example of the 19th century "Opera House." For more than 75 years, every major star of the American theatre appeared on its stage.Map (db m156656) HM
176 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — General Edward Hand — 1744 - 1802
Lancaster's leading soldier During Revolutionary War Friend and Companion-in-Arms of Gen. George Washington Member of Continental Congress Chief Burgess of Lancaster Warden and Vestryman of St. James Church Rock Ford his Lancaster . . . Map (db m5211) HM
177 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — George Ross
Soldier, ardent patriot, jurist, and a Signer of the Declaration of Independence, settled at Lancaster about 1751. Site of his country house, now marked by monument, is on Ross Street, nine blocks north. Died, 1779.Map (db m5227) HM
178 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg, S.T.B.
Here rest the bones of Gotthilf Heinrich Ernst Muhlenberg, S.T.B. who, as a true shepherd, tended this congregation with the Gospel of Christ for 35 years. His spirit joyfully escaped its shell, which collapsed here on the 23rd of May, 1815, in . . . Map (db m54386) HM
179 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Grape Hotel
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180 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Henry E. Muhlenberg — 1753 - 1815
A leader among the pioneer botanists of America. Lived here during his last 35 years when the stone building was the parsonage of Trinity Lutheran Church.Map (db m161159) HM
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181 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Henry Krauskopf House and Store
Oldest surviving structure for the manufacturing and marketing of cigar boxes and tobacco related products, built in 1874, has been placed on the National Register of the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m177509) HM
182 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Henry Norwood "Barney" Ewell — (1918-1996)
A graduate of McCaskey High School and Penn State Univ., Ewell was one of the world’s leading sprinters and long jumpers in the late 1930s and 40s. Cancellation of the 1940 and 1944 Olympics during WWII prevented Ewell from competing in his prime. . . . Map (db m135752) HM
183 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Historic Site in Journalism — [The Lancaster Journal] —
Lancaster Newspapers, published on the site of Francis Bailey's colonial printshop, trace their roots to the Lancaster Journal of 1794. The Journal was published and edited by William Hamilton and Henry Willcocks. It merged with the Intelligencer, . . . Map (db m188845) HM
184 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Founded in 1730. A session for an Indian treaty was held in the original church building in 1762. The present edifice was dedicated in 1766. Here are interred the remains of Thomas Wharton (1778) and Gov. Thomas Mifflin (1800).Map (db m5124) HM
185 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Home Site of Col. William Henry — 1729 - 1786
Prominent patriot Master rifle maker Enterprising and successful experimenter in steam navigationMap (db m5156) HM
186 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Honor Roll — WWII * Veterans * West End
For all who have served to keep our country free Nov. 11, 1975 --- Mayor Richard M. Scott [Plaque just to left of center:] Carl F. Adams, Jr. --- Michael W. Cuskey, Jr. --- J. Markel Hall J. Paul Aierstock --- W. Douglas . . . Map (db m181429) WM
187 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — In memory of Local 319 Firefighters
In Memory of Local 319 Firefighters Who gave the ultimate sacrifice In the line of duty 1882 to present • Emanuel Swope        Appt 1883     Died Jun 17,1883 • Davis Kitch, Jr.     Appt 1882     Died Dec 20,1893 • Edward Demora       . . . Map (db m237188) HM
188 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — In Memory of World War I Heroes
In memory of World War I HeroesMap (db m136430) WM
189 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — James Buchanan
Lawyer, statesman, diplomat, and fifteenth President of United States, lies buried in this cemetery, about 350 yards southeast. His home, Wheatland, located on Marietta Avenue, is marked with a bronze tablet.Map (db m5117) HM
190 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — James Buchanan
President of the United States 1857 – 1861 Given in memory by Dulon F. BuchmillerMap (db m54356) HM
191 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — James Buchanan
Fifteenth President of the United States, lies buried at Woodward Hill Cemetery located five blocks to the south on Queen Street.Map (db m84451) HM
192 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — James Hale Steinman, A.B., LL. B., LL.D.
October 22, 1886 - December 31, 1962 Graduate of the Yeates School, The Hotchkiss School, Yale University University of Pennsylvania School of Law President and publisher of Lancaster newspapers Chairman of the board, Intelligencer Printing . . . Map (db m5163) HM
193 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — James Hazlett Binns — 1912 - 1985 — Industrialist • Patriot • Humanitarian • Mentor —
He rose from sales trainee to become president and chairman of Armstrong World Industries, a director of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and chairman of the National Association of Manufacturers. A leader in the revitalization of Downtown Lancaster, . . . Map (db m5324) HM
194 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — James Tilden Sheckard — 1878 – 1947
Dedicated to the memory of James Tilden Sheckard 1878 – 1947 the Lancaster County boy who starred on the Baltimore Orioles the Brooklyn Dodgers and the famous Champion Chicago Cubs of 1906-1910 to become one of the great outfielders of all . . . Map (db m54364) HM
195 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — Jasper Yeates — 1746 - 1817
Member of Committee of Correspondence During Revolution Judge of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Delegate to the State Convention which Ratified the Constitution of the United States Man for Whom Yeates School was named . . . Map (db m5209) HM
196 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — John Durang
To the Memory of John Durang First native-born American Actor Born within sight of this building Jaunary 6, 1768 Map (db m122422) HM
197 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — John Durang — (1768 - 1822)
The first American-born professional stage performer, Durang gained fame as a dancer, actor, clown, musician, acrobat, choreographer, and puppeteer. Born in Lancaster near here, he performed in the northeastern US, eventually founding his own . . . Map (db m175023) HM
198 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — John F. Reynolds — (1820-1863)
Major General in the Union Army during the Civil War. He played a key role in committing the Army of the Potomac to the Battle of Gettysburg, July 1, 1863. He was killed early on the first day. Buried in Lancaster Cemetery, he was born and resided . . . Map (db m84450) HM
199 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — John Frederick Steinman, Ph. B., LL. D.
August 21, 1884 - December 23, 1980 Graduate of the Yeates School, the Hotchkiss School, and Yale University Publisher and chairman of the board of Lancaster Newspapers, Inc. Chairman of the board, Intelligencer Printing Company Co-founder . . . Map (db m5162) HM
200 Pennsylvania, Lancaster County, Lancaster — John Fulton Reynolds
Colonel of the Fifth Infantry, U.S. Army Major General of Volunteers Born September 21, 1820 Killed at the Battle of Gettysburg while commanding the Left Wing of the Army of the Potomac July 1, 1863 Erected by Independent Battery I Pa. Light . . . Map (db m54370) HM

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