![3736089] Annual Women’s Day at Mt. Hebron A.M.E. Church ... Linwood, Pa., Sunday April 4, 1948](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/images/noimage-req.png?auto=webp)
Post-war “Annual Women’s Day” program detailing activities at Mt. Hebron A.M.E. Church in Linwood, Pennsylvania. Listed are all of the officers, secular music performed, numerous..... Read More about Annual Women’s Day at Mt. Hebron A.M.E. Church ... Linwood, Pa., Sunday April 4, 1948
![3735813] Christliches Gesangbuch zur Beförderung der öffentlichen und häuslichen Andacht für...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3735813.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1767642428)
A personalized German Protestant hymnal with gilt initials and date added at the time of binding, consistent with continental European practice in which devotional or..... Read More about Christliches Gesangbuch zur Beförderung der öffentlichen und häuslichen Andacht für die...
Frederic William IV Doctoral Diploma for Philip Schaff, Berlin, 1854 Issued under the auspices of King Friedrich Wilhelm IV of Prussia, this ornate Latin diploma..... Read More about Philip Schaff (1819–1893), Mercersburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania, Printed 1854 Doctor of...
![3735379] To Our Sisters. Chester County — Pennsylvania](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3735379.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1755725235)
A persuasive Pennsylvania temperance broadside, issued June 18, 1889, the day before the state’s prohibition referendum. Addressed to the women of Pennsylvania, the circular appeals..... Read More about To Our Sisters
![3735374] 1867 autograph letter signed soliciting a musical instructor for rural youth in...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3735374.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1755119926)
A community letter seeking to recruit Abel Rambo (1821–1887), a respected educator, to instruct Pottstown’s youth. In part: “Sir, I embrace this opportunity of informing..... Read More about 1867 autograph letter signed soliciting a musical instructor for rural youth in Pottstown,...
![3735286] The Geographical Catechism of Pennsylvania, and the Western States; Designed as a Guide...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3735286.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1755812094)
First edition, reprinted the following year in Philadelphia. Scarce in embossed original cloth and original and attractive printed label reading: “The Traveller’s and Emigrant’s Guide..... Read More about The Geographical Catechism of Pennsylvania, and the Western States; Designed as a Guide and...
![3734312] The Normal Monthly 1873–1876. An Educational and Literary Journal. Millersville...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3734312.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1729783866)
These first three volumes, spanning the years 1873–1876 and apparently all published, were edited by Edward Brooks (1831–1912) for the Pennsylvania State Normal School of..... Read More about The Normal Monthly 1873–1876. An Educational and Literary Journal
![3734821] The Living Poem. By Eusebius Hershey, Rebersburg, Centre County, Pa. First, Second,...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3734821.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1743435409)
Eusebius Hershey was an itinerant 19th-century preacher with a poetic streak. Born in 1823 near Manheim, Pennsylvania, Hershey began preaching in 1842 with the United..... Read More about The Living Poem. By Eusebius Hershey, Rebersburg, Centre County, Pa. First, Second, Third &...
![3733864] A Correct Account of the Trials Charles M’Manus, Patrick Donagan, John Hauer, Francis...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3733864.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1726505163)
A rare account of the murder of Francis Shitz, the publishers proclaiming: “Among the many dreadful murders and assasinations, with the history and trial of..... Read More about A Correct Account of the Trials Charles M’Manus, Patrick Donagan, John Hauer, Francis Cox,...
![3734128] Sharples and Sharpless families of Chester County, Pennsylvania; 25 original photographs...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3734128.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1716405310)
A collection of 25 original photographs primarily taken in Chester County, Pennsylvania, featuring members of the Sharples clan, including a few portraits of Sharpless members..... Read More about Sharples and Sharpless families of Chester County, Pennsylvania; 25 original photographs of...
![3733359] 1858 ALS by Allegheny Valley Railroad president and Pennsylvania governor, William F....](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3733359.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1715196787)
Letter from the president of the Allegheny Valley Rail Road Co. and former Pennsylvania governor, William Freame Johnston (1808–1872)], discussing interest payments on AVRR bonds..... Read More about 1858 ALS by Allegheny Valley Railroad president and Pennsylvania governor, William F. Johnston
![3733903] White Servitude in Pennsylvania. Indentured and Redemption Labor in Colony and...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3733903.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1707954969)
First edition and amply illustrated. Blockson— “The subject matter of this book was presented in its original form as a thesis at the University of..... Read More about White Servitude in Pennsylvania. Indentured and Redemption Labor in Colony and Commonwealth
![3733593] To the Independent Voters of the City and County of Lancaster. Fellow-Citizens…...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3733593.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1707422166)
Known as the “Red Rose City,” Lancaster, Pennsylvania became a borough in 1742, and a chartered city on March 10, 1818, the year this broadside..... Read More about To the Independent Voters of the City and County of Lancaster. Fellow-Citizens… [opening lines...
![3732987] Four 1930s trade catalogs for “America’s Most Popular Boys Shoes” made by...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3732987.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1677615676)
Heavily-illustrated, a lovely collection of four manufacturer trade catalogs distributed to shoe stores by the Gerberich-Payne Shoe Company, soliciting orders. From “Little Gents’ Brown Elk..... Read More about Four 1930s trade catalogs for “America’s Most Popular Boys Shoes” made by Gerberich-Payne...
![3731797] Harrisburgh Church Lottery. By Authority. [1802 Pennsylvania lottery ticket]. Adam Boyd](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3731797.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1659493719)
The Harrisburg Church was organized in 1794. Worship was first held in the loft of the jailhouse, then in the local court-house. The General Assembly..... Read More about Harrisburgh Church Lottery. By Authority. [1802 Pennsylvania lottery ticket
Intimate letter between two friends, “Sally” of Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Miss L. Clifton of No. 3 Eleventh Street in Philadelphia. Sally briefly describes the town..... Read More about Early 19th Century Letter between Sally and a Miss L. Clifton of Philadelphia, sent from...
![3731950] George Pattison of Carlisle, Pennsylvania – 1799 autograph letter signed, enquiring...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3731950.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1654032607)
Letter of enquiry asking about the character and family of “a yong ladie Miss Mary McConnel” of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Asking for a reply from..... Read More about George Pattison of Carlisle, Pennsylvania – 1799 autograph letter signed, enquiring about the...
![3732004] [Rosa Parks et al.] West Chester Area School District & Community Presents Past,...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3732004.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1596747607)
Black History Month school program celebrating civil rights and with the event’s guests of honor being activists, Rosa L. Parks, Fred D. Gray, and Martin..... Read More about Rosa Parks et al.] West Chester Area School District & Community Presents Past, Present and...
![3731920] The Book of Job Arranged and Produced by Stuart Walker. Stuart Walker – Bryn Mawr](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3731920.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1653768937)
Ephemera for a special Bryn Mawr Alumnae benefit performance of Stuart Walker’s stage production of The Book of Job, the first English-language dramatization of the..... Read More about The Book of Job Arranged and Produced by Stuart Walker
![3731609] 1865–1915 collection of 17 letters of the Park Family of Franklin County, Pennsylvania...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3731609.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1654359995)
Seventeen letters of the extended Park Family of Fannettsburg, Franklin County, Pennsylvania. Most of the letters were written from 1886 to 1915. They are centered..... Read More about 1865–1915 collection of 17 letters of the Park Family of Franklin County, Pennsylvania and...
![3731787] Three 1870-1875 Pennsylvania National Guard Documents Signed; U.S. Centennial...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3731787.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1655171592)
Three documents pertaining to drilling, inspection, uniforms, band, and general discipline of the 1st Regiment Infantry, National Guard of Pennsylvania, known as the “Gray Reserves.”..... Read More about Three 1870-1875 Pennsylvania National Guard Documents Signed; U.S. Centennial Preparations by 1st...
![3731502] [Presentation Copy] Genealogy from Adam to Christ, with the Genealogy Genealogy of Adam...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3731502.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1645144210)
Heinecke’s book was first published in 1869 and then expanded 12 years later, with this edition. Contrary to its title, Heinecke’s “brief account” of his..... Read More about Presentation Copy] Genealogy from Adam to Christ, with the Genealogy Genealogy of Adam Heineck...
![3731112] [Printed by Juvenile Delinquents] Address at the Opening of the Annual Conference....](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3731112.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1632348482)
Printed by the boys in the school’s class in printing. Swinehart was the chief parole office of the Glen Mills Schools in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania..... Read More about Printed by Juvenile Delinquents] Address at the Opening of the Annual Conference. Pennsylvania...
![3730581] 1886–1907, Collection of 30 Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3730581.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1721772425)
A collection of brochures announcing the upcoming schedules and weekly prayer meeting topics of the Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor, held at the First..... Read More about 1886–1907, Collection of 30 Young People’s Society of Christian Endeavor (Y.P.S.C.E.)...
![3730541] A Plea for the Western Theological Seminary, At Allegheny; Addressed to the Members of...](https://rareamericana.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/3730541.jpg?width=320&height=480&fit=bounds&auto=webp&v=1625783889)
A plea for the continued support of this institution established to educate those Pennsylvania youths too far removed geographically (and perhaps financially) to be able..... Read More about A Plea for the Western Theological Seminary, At Allegheny; Addressed to the Members of the...
