Centennial History of Somerset County (Classic Reprint)

Centennial History of Somerset County (Classic Reprint)

Author: Abraham Messler

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2018-03-22

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 9780365340140

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Excerpt from Centennial History of Somerset County The following sketches of The First Things in Somerset, were prepared by the late Abraham Messler, D. D. They represent many years of research and labor, and were published in one of the county papers sometime in the seventies. After their publication corrections were made by the Doctor up to the time of his death. The historical value of these sketches is considered too great to loose, and they are now published for the first time in book form, so that they can be preserved for future historians. The publisher here wishes to return thanks to A. P. Sutphen. Esq., who has rendered valuable assistance in making corrections, so as to bring the location of farms and other property up to present ownership. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


Somerset County

Somerset County

Author: Jaclyn LaPlaca

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9780738524528

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Somerset County, in the heart of Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands, drew its first settlers from the earliest waves of western migrants. Coal miners later fueled the fires of Johnstown's, Pittsburgh's, and the nation's industry, while artists from around the world were drawn to the region's mountainous beauty. At mining's height, entire Sicilian communities moved here, along with hopeful settlers from Poland and Slovakia who also brought their heritage and pride.


Haddon Township

Haddon Township

Author: William B. Brahms

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 9780738576503

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Modern Haddon Township emerged from Quaker roots that date back to the 1680s. Originally named Newton Township, the municipality was incorporated as the Township of Haddon in 1865. The township's current boundaries developed with the formation of neighboring towns. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the previously agrarian Haddon Township shifted dramatically with the introduction of railroad and highway systems, evolving into a suburban community proud of its excellent schools and its recreational, athletic, and entertainment facilities. Haddon Township journeys through the buildings, businesses, and other landmarks that tell the story of the township's development. It celebrates those who have served the township, chronicles parades and other events, and visits popular gathering places like Crystal Lake, Green Valley, and Newton Creek.