The government of York County, Pennsylvania purchased the the Zion Lutheran Church property on South Duke Street in late 1995, and owned it for just over 10 years. During that time, it was used for storing obsolete or non-essential items belonging … Continue reading
In early 1998, I discovered the identity of my 5th great-grandparents, George Christopher Stoehr and Maria Dorothea Doudel. George, born to John Mathias and Johanna Catherine (Steinicker) Stoehr, was most likely well known in York Town. He was a Revolutionary War veteran, … Continue reading
York, Pennsylvania is home to some of the most historic and beautiful churches in the area, and the attention they receive is well deserved. Unfortunately, some city churches do not fare so well, and are glanced over without a second thought. … Continue reading