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An Ostrich in a Suit and Sea Lions Visiting York?

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Blake

Despite the lack of new stories recently I can assure you that there are some important things happening behind the scenes at Preserving York “headquarters”. Expect to learn more later this month, and you’ll also see some some much needed … Continue reading →

Posted in Ephemera | Tagged 1870s, 1880s, 1890s, circus, sea lions, Sells Brothers', trade card | 2 Replies

Four Donated Scrapbooks Contain Centuries of History

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Blake

One of the benefits of writing Preserving York is meeting others who share the same passion I have for York County, Pennsylvania history. A few days ago I visited Jean Staub of York and her brother, Richard, who lives in … Continue reading →

Posted in Business, Ephemera, Memorabilia, York City | Tagged flood, scrapbook, The York Dispatch, York Daily Record | 1 Reply

Skeptic or Believer – Powwow a part of York County

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Blake

I vaguely remember my grandmother talking about the art of powwowing during my childhood. There were never any detailed conversations but the topic surfaced every so often and powwow “doctors” were also mentioned. In my grandparents collection of family photographs was … Continue reading →

Posted in Ephemera | Tagged Pennsylvania Dutch, powwow, remedy | 7 Replies

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