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Alice H. Ambler family papers, 1865-1925 (bulk) 1836-1979 (inclusive)

Extent:
3.25 linear feet
Abstract:
Alice H. Ambler (1889-1981) was an active community historian in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. She descended from prominent families in the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), including Mary Ambler, for whom the town of Ambler, Pennsylvania is named. Alice's mother was Annie Foulke Webster, daughter of William and Elizabeth (Jones) Webster. Alice's grandmother was Eliza Moore Ambler. The Alice H. Ambler family papers, 1836-1979 (bulk 1865-1925), consist of correspondence, essays and writings, ephemera, photographs, some published works, ledgers, a diary, an autograph book, and other family papers. The majority of the collection is correspondence relating to Alice H., Annie F. W., and Eliza M. Ambler.

Held at: Plymouth Meeting Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Nancy Corson clippings scrapbooks, circa 1950-1990

Extent:
7.0 linear feet
Abstract:
Plymouth Meeting (in Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships) in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, was settled during the late 17th century by English and Welsh Quaker and German immigrants. In 1686, the discovery of limestone drew more settlers to the area. Several railroad lines were constructed in the area during the 19th century, which encouraged a growth in industry. Plymouth and Whitemarsh grew significantly after World War II, especially during the latter decades of the 20th century after completion of the Blue Route (Interstate 476) with its major interchange in Plymouth Township. The Nancy Corson clippings scrapbooks, circa 1950-1990, consist of about three-dozen newspaper clippings scrapbooks compiled by local activist and member of Plymouth Monthly Meeting (of Quakers) Nancy Corson. They pertain to the areas of Plymouth Meeting, Whitemarsh Township, and the Borough of Ambler, and are organized into binders by subjects such as: social events, police reports, business and...(see more)

Held at: Plymouth Meeting Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Plymouth Meeting Historical Society maps, architectural drawings, and aerial photographs collection, 1951-1995 (inclusive)

Extent:
2.0 linear feet
Abstract:
Plymouth Meeting (in Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships) in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, was settled during the late 17th century by English and Welsh Quaker and German immigrants. In 1686, the discovery of limestone drew more settlers to the area. Several railroad lines were constructed in the area during the 19th century, which encouraged a growth in industry. Plymouth and Whitemarsh grew significantly after World War II, especially during the latter decades of the 20th century after completion of the Blue Route (Interstate 476) with its major interchange in Plymouth Township. The Plymouth Meeting Historical Society maps, architectural drawings, and aerial photographs collection, 1951-1995, consists of: local maps of Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships and surrounding areas; blueprints of the Dickinson Farmstead and Plymouth Meeting Historical Society property; and aerial photographs coinciding with construction planning for PA-476 highway and the Pennsylvania Turnpike (circa...(see more)

Held at: Plymouth Meeting Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Plymouth Meeting Historical Society small collections, 1709-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:
3.5 linear feet
Abstract:
Plymouth Meeting (in Plymouth and Whitemarsh Townships) in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, was settled during the late 17th century by English and Welsh Quaker and German immigrants. In 1686, the discovery of limestone drew more settlers to the area. Several railroad lines were constructed in the area during the 19th century, which encouraged a growth in industry. Plymouth and Whitemarsh grew significantly after World War II, especially during the latter decades of the 20th century after completion of the Blue Route (Interstate 476) with its major interchange in Plymouth Township. Plymouth Meeting Historical Society small collections, 1709-1976, consist of various small collections held by the Plymouth Meeting Historical Society. The collections document local families, including the Lukens, Corson, and Zimmerman and Dager families. There is also documentation of local properties, in the form of deeds and tax assessments.

Held at: Plymouth Meeting Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Pottstown Mercury photographs, circa 1960-1980

Extent:
4.5 linear feet
Abstract:
The Pottstown Mercury is a daily newspaper published in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. The Pottstown Mercury photographs, circa 1960-1980, are comprised of photographs taken by the newspaper staff of individuals and businesses in the Pottstown area.

Held at: Pottstown Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Philadelphia National Bank in Pottstown scrapbooks, 1892-1982 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.5 linear feet
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The Citizens' National Bank of Pottstown, Pennsylvania was organized in 1892. Later it became part of Philadelphia National Bank, which in turn became CoreStates Financial Corporation in 1983. The Philadelphia National Bank in Pottstown scrapbooks, 1892-1982, consists of 11 volumes. Most scrapbooks are comprised of clippings--published financial condition reports, advertisements, and a few news items--but one volume from the mid-20th century has photographs as well.

Held at: Pottstown Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Spring-Ford Area Historical Society local history collection, 1880-1960 (bulk) 1789-2000 bulk, 1880-1960 (inclusive)

Extent:
34.0 linear feet
Abstract:
Previously a sparsely-settled farming area, early development in Spring City (Chester County, Pennsylvania) and adjacent Royersford (Montgomery County, Pennsylvania) coincided with the opening of the Schuylkill Navigation Canal in 1824. Industry in the two towns continued to grow during the 19th century, especially with the construction of major rail lines through both. By the early 20th century, Spring City and Royersford were booming industrial towns with extensive stove factories, glass and bottle works, and embroidery, hosiery, and knitting mills, among other businesses. The Spring-Ford Area Historical Society local history collection, 1789-2000 (bulk 1880-1960), consists of photographs, scrapbooks, manuscript volumes, pamphlets and ephemera, deeds, and various other documents relating to local history. Photographs form the largest portion of the collection.

Held at: Spring-Ford Area Historical Society [Contact Us]

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Edward Platts and Ralph Bayfield collection on the Evansburg dam, 1960-1975 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.5 linear feet
Abstract:
In the 1960s, the Pennsylvania Department of Forests and Waters began planning a 86 foot dam in the Skippack Valley area of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Local opposition, including several members of St. James' Episcopal Church, was strong, and the Evansburg dam was never built. The Edward Platts and Ralph Bayfield collection on the Evansburg dam, 1960-1975, consists of five scrapbooks, several government reports, research on dams, and a map.

Held at: St. James' Community History Center [Contact Us]

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