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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGU_millersburg-ferry_Liverpool-PA.html
The only surviving ferry service across the Susquehanna began as early as 1825. boats were poled by manpower until 1873, when the first paddlewheeler was acquired. In the 1920's, gasoline engine replaced steam power, and the paddlewheels were shif…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGT_john-bannister-gibson_Shermans-Dale-PA.html
Born Nov. 8, 1780, in a house near here. Chief Justice of Pennsylvania 1827-51. This was also the birthplace of William Bigler, who was Governor of Pennsylvania, 1852-55; and U.S. Senator, 1856-61.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGQ_william-bigler_Shermans-Dale-PA.html
Governor of Pennsylvania, 1853-55; birthplace about one mile west of here. In office he opposed the chartering of wildcat banks and passage of "omnibus bills." U.S. Senator 1856-1861. A brother, John, also born here, was Governor of California. 18…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGP_dr-reifsnyder_Liverpool-PA.html
Dr. Elizabeth Reifsnyder, M.D., a pioneer medical missionary to China for more than thirty years, lived in this house both before and after her work abroad. Born 1858, she died here in 1922.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGO_new-bloomfield-world-war-i-memorial_New-Bloomfield-PA.html
1917 World War 1919A deep sense of appreciation has inspired the erection of this tablet in honor of those who left New Bloomfield and Centre Township to promote world freedom and to preserve the safety and honor of their countryD. Neil Harper &mi…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGM_perry-county_New-Bloomfield-PA.html
Formed March 22, 1820 from Cumberland County. named for Oliver Hazard Perry, war of 1812 hero. Birthplace of two governors of Pennsylvania, one of California, and one of Minnesota. The county seat, Bloomfield (P. O. New Bloomfield) was incorporate…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGL_perry-county-civil-war-memorial_New-Bloomfield-PA.html
Dedicatedto theSoldiers and SailorsofPerry CountyWho offered their livesas a sacrifice that the nation might live.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMFGJ_carson-long-military-institute_New-Bloomfield-PA.html
A military school since 1919, it is the oldest in Pennsylvania. Originally Bloomfield Academy, founded in 1837. Owned 1914-21 by Theodore K. Long and renamed as a memorial to his son, William Carson Long. First building, "The Maples" was completed…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMCZ2_lightning-guider-sleds_Duncannon-PA.html
Produced between 1904 and 1988 by the Standard Novelty Works, located here. In 1920 the plant was credited with producing more children's sleds than any other U.S. factory; its capacity was then 1,600 to 1,800 per day. The company also made childr…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMCZ0_pennsylvania-canal_Duncannon-PA.html
Built 1823-31; operated until 1901. It extended from Duncan's Island to Northumberland. In its 41-mile course, the Division embraced 13 locks, 7 aqueducts, old Shamokin Dam, and West Branch Towpath Bridge. Traces of the Canal can be seen at points…