Historical Markers and War Memorials in Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania
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Pocono Pines is in Monroe County
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Near Old Pennsylvania Route 940, 0.2 miles west of Firehouse Road.
A two room schoolhouse was built here in 1899 to serve students in grades 1-6. High school classes were available only in far away Wilkes-Barre or Stroudsburg. A major expansion in 1912 accommodated grades 1-10. After schools in Locust Ridge and . . . — — Map (db m183467) HM
On Old Route 940, 0.1 miles north of Firehouse Road, on the right when traveling north.
This burial ground has served the surrounding area since the Civil War era. A walk among the markers takes you back in time. Here lie those who built our community. Some worked in logging, ice harvesting or farming. Some founded schools, churches, . . . — — Map (db m85408) HM
On PA Route 940 (Pennsylvania Route 940), on the right when traveling west.
Ice was harvested on local lakes from 1896 thru the 1940s. Vast icehouses insulated with sawdust at Naomi Lake, Pocono Lake, Stillwater Lake, Anglewood lake and Brady’s Lake kept tons of ice frozen through summer. Blocks of ice were shipped by rail . . . — — Map (db m104537) HM
On Old Route 940, on the left when traveling north.
Stauffer (1834-1919) engaged in lumbering on an enormous scale, reinvesting his profits in land. He accumulated over 4,000 acres in this area. Business ventures included manufacturing, a saw mill, ice companies and Pocono Lake’s first phone company. . . . — — Map (db m104545) HM
On Church Street, on the right when traveling west.
This 1883 building, initially the German Reformed Church, is the oldest surviving religious structure in the area, with the original bell still in its steeple. Legendary Pocono businessman Isaac Stauffer was a founder. Land donated by Charles Gravel . . . — — Map (db m92320) HM
On Firehouse Road east of Old Pennsylvania Route 940, on the right when traveling west.
The First Fire Company
Built in 1935, the Pocono Pines Fire Company included offices for police, township supervisors and support staff. Its Goodwill Community Club offered space for public “meetings, suppers and various . . . — — Map (db m104528) HM
On Pennsylvania Route PA 940 at Stoney Hollow Road, on the right when traveling east on State Route PA 940.
Pocono timberlands, trees as far as the eye could see, laid the foundation of soaring commerce during the latter half of the 19th century. Innovative and energetic logging of mammoth white pine, eastern hemlock and hardwoods fueled the growth of . . . — — Map (db m96410) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 940, 0.1 miles west of Route 423, in the median.
The first permanent settlers were attracted to this area by an abundance of natural resources: land, trees, water. The township was incorporated in 1830, with 230 residents. It was named after Tobyhanna Creek, “A stream lined with . . . — — Map (db m104538) HM
This playground is dedicated
in memory of
the sons of Tobyhanna Township
who made the supreme sacrifice in
World War II.
James P. Henning
Johnson Keiper, Jr.
Minor Smith, Jr. — — Map (db m183006) WM
On PA Route 940 (Pennsylvania Route 940), on the right when traveling east.
In 1888, George E. Wagner founded this tree farm on 1,700 acres. He and his son, Sterling R. Wagner, achieved recognition in the fields of forestry and conservation. A WB&E rail spur provided an outlet for forest products, coal, blueberries, and . . . — — Map (db m97721) HM
On Old Pennsylvania Route 940 west of Pennsylvania Route 423, on the left when traveling west.
This plaque is dedicated to an
extraordinary Lion.
Bill was a charter and life member
of the Pocono Lions for
69 years. His devotion to his
community and the Pocono Lions
exemplified our motto:
We Serve
While Bill is greatly . . . — — Map (db m165083) HM
On North Shore Road (Pennsylvania Route 940) at North Shore Road, on the right when traveling east on North Shore Road.
During the Civil War, Christman of Pocono Lake enlisted in the 67th Regiment of the Pennsylvania Volunteers. He sent his military pay and enlistment bonus to his penniless parents so they could buy land for a family home and farm. On May 13, 1864 . . . — — Map (db m103670) HM
On Slutter Road, 0.5 miles Locust Ridge Road (State Route 4003), on the left when traveling east.
Born on December 25, 1745, Andrew Eschenbach, Jr. (Andreas, Jr.) lived most of his life in Philadelphia. At age 64 in 1809, he moved with his family to what was later named Tobyhanna Township. Andrew was among the first permanent settlers of our . . . — — Map (db m177492) HM
On Locust Ridge Road (Pennsylvania Route 4003) 0.2 miles south of Slutter Road, on the left when traveling north.
In 1902, students moved here from a log schoolhouse nearby. This new school had two large rooms for grades 1-8. Elmer D. Borger, the first teacher, had 31 students. The following year there were 49 students enrolled. Schools of similar design were . . . — — Map (db m180047) HM
On Miller Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Franklin Comfort Miller opened a summer resort on this site in 1888. His beautiful Victorian hotel offered guests lush woodlands, pure streams and healthy spring water. Naomi Lake (1895) added swimming and boating. Room cost of $8 weekly included . . . — — Map (db m104543) HM
On Pocono Crest Road, 0.5 miles PA Routes 940 and 423 (Route 940), on the right when traveling east.
An independent “Chautauqua” was organized in 1902 by followers of Rev. Rufus W. Miller. Occupying 300 acres, it was initially named “Naomi Pines Assembly and Summer Schools”. Hotels. Auditorium and a library provided . . . — — Map (db m104490) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 940, on the right when traveling west.
General John Sullivan’s 1779 Revolutionary War expedition built a road through this area. Only one bridge was required from Easton to Wilkes-Barre, and it crossed Tobyhanna Creek here. Camped nearby, over 500 troops completed the difficult . . . — — Map (db m103664) HM
On State Street, on the right when traveling east.
After 1900, Pocono camps became popular destinations for children from outside this area. Recreation activities including swimming, boating, riding and sports. “Sleep away” experience was a first for most campers. Pocohanna, Owaissa, . . . — — Map (db m95755) HM
On Locust Ridge Road (County Road 4003) just south of Slutter Road, on the right when traveling north.
On August 2, 1784, a battle was fought here in the 3rd Yankee-Pennamite War. After a brutal winter, the Yankee Settlers were forcibly pushed from their homes in the Wyoming Valley by the Pennsylvania Militia. As a result, a battle of the campaign to . . . — — Map (db m97711) HM
On Pocono Crest Road, 0.2 miles east of Route 940 and Route 423, on the right when traveling west.
A premier vacation destination, The Linnie Lee operated from 1927 to 1965 here in this existing building. The main hotel accommodated 45 guests year-round, with an additional 13 rooms in the Annex, Cottage and Bungalow buildings. Comforts for guests . . . — — Map (db m183532) HM
On Pennsylvania Route 423 (Pennsylvania Route 423) 0.5 miles north of Pennsylvania Route 940 (Pennsylvania Route 940), on the left when traveling north.
A log-framed inn served travelers on Sullivan Road, circa 1850. Rooms, food and drink were available. It also housed church services and a post office for the town, then known as Tompkinsville. Operated by Frederick P. Miller and his son Timothy, . . . — — Map (db m97597) HM
