CORNELL UNIVERSITY LIBRARY FROM Cornell University Library F 157D2 E32 Centenary memorial of the erection of th olin 3 1924 028 852 683 The original of this book is in the Cornell University Library. There are no known copyright restrictions in the United States on the use of the text. http://archive.org/details/cu31924028852683 1785-1885 CENTENARY MEMORIAL OF THE ERECTION OF THE COUNTY OF DAUPHIN AND TPIE FOUNDING OF THE CITY OF HARRISBURG EDITED BY WILLIAM HENRY EGLE, M. D HARRISBURG, PA TELEGRAPH PRINTING HOUSE 1886 ^10 GENERAL CENTEiNNIAL COMMITTEE. PRESIDENT, A BOYD HAMILTON. (iEXEEAL SECRETARY. WILLIAM HENRY EGLE. COMMITTEE, A. BOYD HAMILTON, JOSEPH B. EWING, DAVID MUMMA, JOHN D. WEEBER, GEORGE WOLF BUEHLER, GEORGE C. B. SWARTZ, GEORGE H. IRWIN, MICHAEL H. MELVIN, WILLIAM H. EGLE. S. "BOYD MARTIN. TREASURER OF THE GENERAL FUlvD, THEODORE D. GREENAWALT. TBEASUREE OF ANTIQUARIAN EXHIBITION, SAMUEL W. FLEMING. AUDITOR, GEORGE J. SHOEMAKER. THE COMMITTEES ON THE CENTENNIAL. DAUPHIN COUNTY A. BOYD HAMILTON, WILLIAM H. EGLE, M. D., GEORGE WOLF BUEHLER, HENRY McCORMICK, DAVID FLEMING, Rev. T. H. ROBINSON, D. D., DAVID MUMMA, JOHN HISTORICAL SOCIETY. HAMILTON ALRICKS, JOWN W. SIMONTON, SIMON CAMERON, RUDOLPH F. KELKER, GEORGE H. IRWIN, , FRANCIS JORDAN, CHARLES B. FAGER, M, D., B. SIMON. COUNCILS OP THE CITY OP HAERISBUEG. CHARLES p. MASON, WILLIAM L. GORGAS, S. BOYD MARTIN, JOHN C. FORNEY, MICHAEL H. MELVIN, VALENTINE HUMMEL, GEORGE C. B. SWARTZ, PATRICK H. RYAN, WILtlAM JOSEPH b: EWING, JOHN A. FRITCHEY, M. D., JAMES McCLEASTER, ISRAEL L. TROSTLE, J. WESLEY MILLER, SAMUEL H. ETTLA, JOHN D. WEEBER, JAMES G. M. BAY, H. SIBLE. OFFICERS OF COUNTY OF DAUPHIN-1885. PRESIDENT JUDGE, JOHN WIGGINS SIMONTON. ADDITIONAL LAW JUDGE, JOHN BAYARD McPHERSON. SHERIFF, ISAAC MUMMA. PBOTHONOTAKY, EHRMAN B. MITCHELL. DISTRICT ATTOENY, SAMUEL J. M. McCARRELL. TREASURER, ERASTUS JAY JONES REGISTER, WILLIAM B. MEETCH. RECORDER, PHILIP C. SWAB. COUNTY SOLICITOR, FREDERICK M. OTT, CORONER, GEORGE F. SHINDLER. COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, CORNELIUS BIXLER, JOHN W. STOBER, CHRISTIAN L. GINGRICH. DIRECTORS OF THE POOR. WILLIAM SWAN RUTHERFORD, ISAIAH T. ENDERS, ADAM H. SHOPE. AUDITORS, ISAAC M. BONAWITZ, GEORGE F. GREENAWALT, GEORGE W. FOX. OFFICERS OF CITY OF HARRISBURG, 1885. MAYOK, •SIMON CAMERON WILSON. TREASURER, ALFRED T. BLACK. CONTROLLER, WILLIAM K. VERBEKE. SOLICITOR, THOMAS S. HARGEST. CITY ENGINEER. MATTHEW BENJAMIN COWDEN. MEMBERS OF THE SELECT COUNCIL, First Ward— Charles P. Mason, Fifth Ward— William L. Gorgas, Second Ward — John A. Fritchey, Sixth Ward — Israel L. Trostle, Third Ward — Joseph B. Ewing, Seventh Ward — James McCleaster, Fourth Ward — S. Boyd Martin, Eighth Ward — Henry H. Mueller, Ninth Ward — John C. Forney. MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL, First Ward — Edward Drinkwater, James T. Walters, Michael H. Melvin and Harry L. Champlain. Second Ward — John C. Lyme, Bartholomew B. DeVout, John W. Miller and Amos F. Fry. Third Ward — J. Monroe Kreiter, Wilson Elder, Valentine Hummel, and Edmund Mather. Fourth Ward — Samuel H. Ettla, Frederick K, Swartz, Samuel W. Fleming and John J. Hargest, Fifth Ward— Charles Fisher, William E. Machlin, John R. Stoey, and George C. B. Swartz. Sixth Ward— John D. Weeber, B. Riley Wilson, Alvin W. Weikert, and Henry Schuddemage. Seventh Ward— William H. Sible, John J. Gehrett, David E. Leigh- ton and Moses H. Brensinger. Eighth Ward — ^James H. W. Howard, Augustus H. Frankem, John A. Krause and Patrick H. Ryan, Ninth Ward — John C. Hutton, James G. M. Bay, Herman J. Wolz, and John M. Shearer. PRELIMmARY. As early as November, 1SS3, tlie Dauphin County Historical iSociety considered the propriety of a proper celebration of the Ont' Hundredth Anniversary of the Formation of the County of Dauphin, as well as the Founding of the City of Harrisburg, which would occur in the year 1885. In February following, act- ing upon the suggestions made, a Committee from the Society was appointed to whom was eiitrusted this important duty. As the Founder of the town gave liberally of his land to the State, County, and City, it was deemed appropriate that all should be invited to join the people in giving eclat to the occasion. On the 9th of March, 1884, His Honor, Mayor \\^ilson, sent the following communication to the City Councils of Harrisburg : " In 1885, Harrisburg will have reached the Cen- tennial year of its existence, having been founded by John Harris in 1785. Believing that this important event in our history should not be permitted to pass by the municipal authorities without proper recogni- tion, I would respectfully suggest to your honorable bodies the appointment of a .loint Connnittee upon Centennial, for the purpose of arranging all necessary details for the proper celebration of the occasion, and that they be empowered to in^'ite the co-operation of the Dauphin Countj^ Historical Soeietjr, an associa- tion to whom our citizens are greatly iudebti'd for the S CrnfciKtnj ilfrmorial. valuable records relating to our history- I have ad- dressed you thus early on the subject, for the reason that it will require a great deal of time and labor to secure such a celebration as will prove worth)' of the Capital City of the C'ommon^^'ealth." Acting upon the suggestion just set forth, Charles A. Miller, of the Select Council, oflered the following • " Resolved, by the Select and Common Council of the City of Harrisburg, That a Joint Special Com- mittee, to be composed of six members of the Common Council and three members of the Select Council be appointed bj' the respectiA'c chairs so that each ward of the city shall be represented on said committee, to take into consideration the celebration of the cen- tenial anniversary of the foundation of Harrisburg ; that the communication of the Mayor be referred to said committee, and said committee shall have power to devise the means and most expedient manner of appropriately celebrating said event, and report from time to time to councils." After an amendment, increasing the number, the foregoing was promptly acted upon by those bodies and a committee appointed. Finding, however, that the original committees were too large, it was decided that sub-committees of three from those of the His- torical Society and Councils be appointed, which should be designated the General Committee on the Centennial. The number promptly organized was subsequently increased to ten, ami from that time onward have acted for the connnittees originally ap- pointed. Preliminary. 9 As the date of the erection of the county was the 4th of March, 1785, and the Report of the Commis- sioners, which designated Harrisburg as the county- seat, the 14th of April, 1785, at first it was deemed better to fix upon the latter date as the beginning of our century, and April 14, as the day of celebration. After due consideration, however, and at a conference of all the Centennial Committees, from the 13th to the 17th of September was fixed upon as the time for the Anniversary. From that date onward the General Committee met at first weekly, then two, three, and four times a week, devoting themselves to the perfecting of all arrangements necessary for a successful celebration; which it proved to be in every particular. Beside the appointment of special committees to superintend each day's commemorative exercises^ there were other and just as important ones, which proved to be a far greater labor than generally sup- posed. The results of the work of the General Com- mittee were fully shown in the magnificent celebra- tion, which in every detail proved so satisfactory. The Programme as originally adopted, herewith given, was carried out to the ver}^ letter : 1. That the celebration of the One Hundredth Anniversary of the erection of the county of Dauphin, •and the founding of the city of Harrisburg be fixed for Monday, September 14th, 1885. 2. That the Clerg}' of all the congregations or churches in the county of Dauj^hin, be requested to deliver Commemorative Sermons or Discourses on Sunday, September 13th, 1885, and that a committee 10 (hntciKury Memorial. of nine be api)ointed to confer with, and invite the co-operation of the Clergy in the performance of this request. 3. That Monday, September 14th, 1885, at the hour of 9 o'clock in the morning of said day,it is recommend- ed that the Court House, Church, Public School, Fire Engine, Factory and all other bells througout the county be rung for the space of fifteen minutes; and that in all the Schools, public and private, of the county, or other assemblage at that hour gathered together, sing the National Hymm, commencing " God Bless Our Native Land." 4. That the Inaugural Ceremonies be held at the Court House and in other parts of the county to be hereafter designated, at the hour of 11 o'clock in the forenoon. There shall be delivered an introductory address, with brief addresses by State, County and City officials. And that on tlie evening of the same day at the hour of 7.30 o'clock the concluding exercises shall consist of a Centenary Poem, an Historical Address, Singing, etc., and remarks by old citizens; and that a committee of nine be appointed to carry out this resolve. 5. That on Tuesday, September 15th, 1885, a parade of the Military, Grand Army, the civil and social societies or organizations in the county, shall take place in Harrisburg, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon of said day; and that a committee of nine be appointed to invite organizations of this character to participate. 6. That on Wednesday, September 16th, 1885, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon, there shall be an Indus- trial Display and Procession. That every department Pn-lniihiarij. 11 of industiy — the farmer, the artizan, the citizen from every portion of the county be requested to participate ; and that a committee of nine be appointed to arrange the details of this display by the people of Dauphin county. 7. That on Thursday, September 17th, 1885, the Firemen of this and adjoining counties of the State, and others whom they may invite, will arrange and organize a displaj' and procession commencing at the hour of 11 o'clock on said daj', and that a com- mittee of nine be appointed to confer with the com- mittee from the Firemen's Union relative thereto. 8. That a Marshal be chosen for each day with power to designate special and other aids, to whom shall be committed and entrusted the order of parade or street displays on the days fixed therefor. Such Chief Marshal's designation to be a crimson sash, special aids blue and other aids white. 9. That an Antiquarian Display be held on the week of the Anniversary Celebration. That a room be provided for the collection and display of ancient farm implements, furniture, portraits, paintings, china, books, clothing, beds and bedding, and relies of all descriptions. That a moderate fee be charged for admission, to be applied to the purposes of the celebra- tion. That all articles will be properly insured, and returned to their respective owners. That a com- mittee of forty ladies and ten gentlemen be appointed to give effect to this resolve, conduct and have charge of said exhibition. The Antiquarian Display' will be opened at Harrisburg on Wednesday, September 9th, 12 Centenary Memorial. 1885. To be closed at 10 P. M. of Thursday, Septem- ber 17th, 1885. 10. That in the various Election Districts of the county, sj^ecial committees of five shall be formed to attend to the furtherance of the celebration, and l^y their attendance during it, to add to the importance of it ; and that a committee of nine be appointed who shall carry out the object of this resolve. 11. That the officers of all Boroughs in the county be invited and requested to attend the Centennial Anniversary, on the opening and succeeding daj'^s. And resolved that Mayor Wilson, ex-Mayors Verbeke, Boas, Patterson, and Herman, and the presiding officers of the Councils of the city of Plarrisburg, be a committee to carry this resolve into effect. 12. That a cordial invitation to participate in this celebration is extended to the citizens of the county of Lebanon, which for twenty-eight years formed a part of the original county of Dauphin, and ever since has been closely united therewith politically. 13. That a Commemorative ]\Iedal with suitable device and inscription be prepared, to be of three values, gold, silver and bronze. That said medal be sold by the treasurer or under his direction at a rea- sonable advance on its cost, and that a committee of five be appointed to carry out this resolve. 14. That the General Secretary of the committee shall notify all persons appointed upon committees by circular inviting their consent to assume the duty, and upon an affirmative reply, announce the ap- pointment. Preliminary. 13 15. That all committees appointed under the fore- going shall have power to appoint such sub-commit- tees as they see proper to aid them in carrying out the objects of their appointment. 16. That Dr. William H. Egle is permanent secre- tary and is charged with the duty of conducting and supervising all correspondence and publications re- specting the proposed celebration. 17. That a Treasurer be chosen, who shall have charge of all cash contributions, with power to ap- point assistants in any part of the county. His pay- ments shall be made by check upon orders approved by an auditor to be appointed by this committee. All disputed claims shall be laid before this sub- committee for adjudication. 18. That 321 Walnut street, Harrisburg, be rented for the use of this committee, other committees, and for all the general purposes of the Centennial. 19. That this committee hereby notify the citizens of the city and county that there will be a general finance committee liereafter appointed by this body to whom all citizens will be expected to contribute at the proper time. 20. As it may be found necessary hereafter to modify portions of this programme, any suggestions in that direction will be received in writing, addressed to the secretary, and proper action taken as soon as the propositions can be considered by the general committee. In the pages which follow will be found, not only a brief resume of the duty each sub-committee per- 14 Cciitcnarij Mcmo'-inl. formed, but a record of what the citizens of the county of Dauphin and the city of Harrisburg, may look to witli great pride. Take it all in all, under Provi- dence, it was a celebration unequaled in the annals of America. THE FORMATION OF THE COUNTY OF DAUPHIN. March 4th, 1785. IH (Jenfenary MniKir'ud. n^AUGURAL OEEEMONIES. Wednesday, March 4tii, 18S5. At noon, on this day, the bells and whistles through- out the city announced the completion of the first century of Dauphin count3^ The event would have been more formally celebrated, had not the absence of so many citizens and officials at the inauguration of President Cleveland interfered. However, the bells rang out in joyous peals and the whistles of the vari- ous industrial establishments screamed as though in full sympathy with the important occasion. Here and there the flags were flying, but the important transactions at the city of Washington, at the very hour, seemed to absorb all other questions, and the local event neglected, save as here noted. The following data is appropriate in this connec- tion : The " act for erecting part of the county of Lancaster into a separate county," to be called Dau- phin, was passed on the 4th of March, 1785. The first officer commissioned was Capt. Alex. Graydon, as prothonotary, March 9, 1785 ; the second. Rev. Joseph Montgomery, as register and recorder, March 11, 1785. Thus it will be seen that very little time was lost in the organization. The first will was proved on the 27th of April, 1785, while the first deed was recorded on the 26th of April, 1785. THE POUNDmG OF HAREISBUEa, April 14th, 1785. PROCEEDINGS OF THE CELEBRATION BY THE DAUPHIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, Tuesday, April 14th, 1885. PROGRAMME. President ol the Meeting, . . David Mumma Introductory Address, . . . .A. Boyd HAMiLTtJN Centenary Poem, . . . . . . Bknjamin M. Nead The First Officers of the County, . The Commissioners to Lay Out the Town, William H. Egle, M. D THE FOUNDING OF THE TOWN. On the 15th of September, 1783, the General As- sembly passed a resolution directing the appoint- ment of commissioners for the purpose of receiving "proposals of such person or persons as may offer lands to the public, for the purpose of building a town or towns on the east bank of the Susquehanna." What the ulterior object was we of the present day can readily see. They had far-seeing men in those days — but other legislators were as obtuse as some of the present. On the 20th of September following, the House proceeded to elect commissioners for the purpose expressed in the resolution of the 15th, "and the ballots being taken it appeared that David Rit- tenhouse, Thomas Hutchins and Nathan Sellers, Esquires, were duly elected." Every Pennsylvanian knows about the famous astronomer Rittenhouse. Thomas Hutchins was prior to the Revolution in the British service, and was a geographer of much prom- inence in that era of American history. On the 4th of March, 1784, they made their report. Those famous men were correct in their opinion of this locality, which time has verified, notwithstanding the malignity of the enemies of our town or the stu- pidity of croakers. Here is their report : 20 Centenary Memorial. Philadelphia, March 4, 1784. To the Honorable, the Representatives of the Free- men of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in General Assembly Convened : In consequence of instructions which we, the sub- scribers, were honored with on the 20th of Septem- ber last, we have this day received the inclosed pro- posals from Mr. John Harris, setting forth his desire of granting lands on the east side of the Susquehanna for the purpose of building a town thereon ; and though the inclemency of the season has hithertO' prevented our viewing the ground, as we intended doing, yet from a competent knowledge, long since acquired, we are well acquainted with the situation. At the particular instance of Mr. Harris, we respect- fully report to the Honorable House, that it is our humble opinion the place mentioned in the enclosed proposal is preferable to any that we as yet know of, on or near the Susquehanna, and for the following reasons : The situation is high, airy, healthy and pleasant ; the soil rich and water wholesome ; there is clay proper for brick, stone for building, and fuel in the greatest abundance; it confines on the great road leading from one end of the Continent to the other ; the river at the ferry is commonly fordable the greater part of the summer season ; and its situ- ation is very convenient for receiving the produce of the upper parts of the river. David Rittenhouse, Thomas Hutchins. Whether at the outset a new county was contem- plated to be formed we know not, but the proposals 77ie Founding of the Town. 21 of John Harris looked to that end. The facts are that no sooner was the struggle for independence brought to a close than from nearly every county in the State came applications for a division and the erection of a new county. The inhabitants of the northern part of Lancaster county found it inconve- nient and expensive to go to the then county town, but no sooner was there a prospect of the erection of a new county, than efforts were made to secure the location of the county town. John Harris, with his project for laying out a town at Harris' Ferry, in accordance with the resolution of the General Assem- bly, on the 4th day of March 1784, made "Proposals" to the General Assembly which were read and referred. These are as follows : "Proposals of John Harris for the Laying out of a Town on his Land on the River Susquehanna. "That the said John Harris will immediately (if encouraged by Government) lay out a Town of Two Hundred Lots, on high ground above his dwelling house, the lots about the Quantity of a Quarter of an acre each, in such form, with respect to streets, lanes and alleys as the Commissioners may approve, a large street to be left for publick landings along the River side. That the said John Harris agrees that the Honourable Assembly of this Commonwealth shall appoint commissioners to value his said lots, after reserving Twenty lots for his own use ; That the said John Harris will convey all the streets, lanes and alleys to the inhabitants of said Town, and will convey to proper Commissioners a lot for a Court 22 Centenary Menwial. House and (xoal, and a Square of four Acres to the State of Pennsylvania, for such purposes as the Gov- ernment may apply the same ; the applyers to have it as their choice to take the lots on a reasonable Ground Rent, or to purchase the Fee Simple of the same ; The commissioners in both cases to be the judges ; that as soon as the said Two Hundred Lots are built on or disposed of, should there be further de- mand for lots, the said John Harris engages, that the Publick shall be accommodated at a reasonable rate. John Harris." As these proposals are dated "Philadelphia, March 3d, 1784," it is probable the proprietor was in that city looking after his interests. The committee to whom they were referred made report on the 6th of March : "That they find, on the strictest examination, that a division of the said county is necessary, and that the fixing of the county town at Harris' Ferry will not only be highlj' acceptable to a great number of the petitioners, but would be attended with beneficial consequences to the commerce of this State. Your committee are convinced of the propriety of the Com- missioners' report, and fully satisfied with the propo- sals offered by Mr. Harris." Then follow the bounds of the proposed new county, and this additional resolution : "Resolved, That the proposals of John Harris be accepted of, for the laying out of the county to-wn and entered on the minutes of this House for the future government of the Commissioners ; and that Joseph The Foitnding of the Toivn. 23 Montgomery, Jonathan Hoge and Moses Maclean be the Commissioners for carrying into effect the pro- posals of the said John Harris." When the act erecting the connty of Dauphin was passed, five gentlemen, residents of the locality, were named as commissioners to carry into effect the pro- posals of John Harris. They made their report on the 14th of April, 1785, one hundred years ago this day, and as that report was the act which perma- nently fixed the county seat at Harris' Ferry, it was the proper thing for not only the Historical Society, but the citizens generally to celebrate the event. The One Hundredth Anniversary of this event occurring on Tuesday, April 14, 1885, the Dauphin county Historical Society celebrated the same by appropriate services. The exercises were held in the Grand Jury room on the upper floor of the Court House. Around the walls, neatly arranged, were some rare old relics, maps, views, and portraits. These gave interest to the occasion. David Mumma presided, and on calling the assem- blage to order said that they were gathered together to celebrate the laying out of a village, later a bor- ough and now the city of Harrisburg, the Capital of the great State of Pennsylvania. This was a sort of introduction to the regular Centennial celebration which was to follow. There were many events con- cerning the establishment of the city of Harrisburg and the county of Dauphin, which to manj^ resi- dents were unknown, and it was eminently proper that some action be taken looking to a preservation 24 Centenary Memorial. of the records and enlightenment of the present gen- eration. The. celebration proposed was not designed merel}^ for amusement, but to assist in informing the children with respct to the deeds of their ancestors, and how they lived an hundred years ago. In view of the celebration in September, 1885, it was impor- tant that the citizens start with the matter well in hand, to the end that the celebration might in every way be complete in every particular, in fact, the greatest ever witnessed in this section. He hoped everybody would assist in making it a success. The firemen of the city were straining every nerve to make a creditable display, and he praised them for the efforts they had already made. ADDEESS BY A. BOYD HAMILTON. Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen: — This imperfect sketch of very early Harrisburg has for its purpose the preservation of certain portions of its history not generally known. They are of interest, and I hope will awaken a desire to make our Cen- tennial, that which it promises to be, an event of first rate magnitude and good feeling. There is no one now within the borders of Dauphin county who will live to celebrate a second event, such as we have met to commemorate this moment. Cer- tainly, no one lives in the countj^ that lived in it at its formation, and all the original men and women, making up the small village of Harrisburg, on the 14th of April, 1785, have passed to their fathers. The story of the county we do not propose to de- tail, particularly as there are so many interesting Address by A. Boyd Hamilton. 25 incidents relating to the early days of Harrisburg that remain to be told. Some of these, traditional, are especially attractive in their narration. But as this commemorates an historic event, the details should be, and we hope are real facts, for the jjroof of which written evidences have been preserved. They are from dusty records, and therefore do not possess the romantic interest that clings to the " shad fisherman, deer slayer, or Indian scout of one hun- dred years ago," but not the less worthy, in spite of that, of preservation. The first John Harris was at this point about 25 years after the landing of Penn. He obtained a trader's license, which assumed to give a right to erect a house, palisaded, and loopholed for de- fense. Harris took under this right all his land and held it until his death in December, 1748. His eldest son, also a John Harris, succeeded, purchasing, be- fore the Revolution, the rights of his brothers and sisters to the land held by the father. This com- prised 800 acres. We pause to glance at a transaction on this fron- tier of the Province of Pennsylvania, thus described in an advertisement in the "Philadelphia Adver- tiser," July, 1794 : " Whereas, on or about the 20th of May last, there came to the House of John Harris, on the Susque- hanna, a Man who said he lived near the Great JSwamp in Bucks County, and brought Two Horses with him, one a Black, the other a Dun with one eye, which Person took a walk from the said Harris's in 26 Centenary Memorial. the Evening and has riot since been heard of; These- are therefore to desire the owner to fetch the Horses away. John Harris. "June 22d, 1749." The foregoing is among the earhest account authen- ticated by names and dates, that we have of the Harris settlement; the first relation of one of its inci- dents. The poor fellow who probably lost his life on that pleasant May evening, who so utterly disappears, to those who will have read and now read this notice,, how sad his fate ! At this moment, so long after the occurrence, we may fancy the search Harris and his ferrymen made for the missing stranger, and what trouble they took to make his fate known. Then there was but one road to Philadelphia from Harris- burg, no mail, and it was not often travelers presented themselves at "the ferry," to whom it would be safe to entrust a letter. The busy activities of the present about the old " Ferry" were not even thought of by the most inveterate guesser. As early as 1775, Harris purchased and prepared a book for his projected town. This book became the "Lot Book." No name was given the town. In 1784 he made a proposal to the Legislature to lay out a town, which is of so much interest that we quote it in full : Philadelphia, March 3, 1784. " Proposals of John Harris for the laying out of a town on his land, on the River Susquehanna : " That the said John Harris will immediately (if encouraged by government) lay out a town of two. Address by A. Boyd Hamilton. 2T hundred lots, on the high grounds above his present house, the lots of about the quantity of a quarter of an acre each, in such form, with respect to streets, lanes and alleys, as the commissioners may approve, a large street to be left for public landings along the river side. That the said John Harris agrees that the honorable Assembly of this Commonwealth shall appoint commissioners to value his said lots, after reserving twenty lots for his own use : That the s'd John Harris will convey all the streets, lanes and alleys, to the inhabitants of s'd town, and will convey to the proper commissioners a lot for a court house and jail, and a square of four acres for the State of Pennsylvania, for such purposes as the government may apply the same; the applyers to have it at their choice to take the lots on a reasonable ground rent, or to purchase the fee simple of the same : The com- missioners in both cases to judge: That as soon as the s'd two hundred lots are built on or disposed of, should there be a further demand for lots the s'd John Harris engages, that the publick shall be ac- commodated at a reasonable rate." These considerations were faithfully complied with in the next year, 1785, as we learn from the report of the commissioners named in the act of Assembly, which is as follows: "We the subscribed commissioners appointed to carry into effect the proposals of John Harris respect- ing the laying out of the county town of the county of Dauphin, do hereby make known that the said town, with respect to the size of the lots, disposition 28 Centenary Memorial. of the streets, lanes and alleys, and the choice of the public grounds, was laid out under our direction and inspection, agreeably to the adjoining plan of the said town; the said lots, in general, containing about one-({uarter of an acre each, and extending from. 52J feet, with a depth of 210 feet, with some unavoidable variations in particular courses, as may easily be seen by inspection ; the whole been laid down from a scale of 200 feet to the inch. Witness our hands the 14th day of April, 1785, Jacob Awl, Joshua Elder, Andrew Stewart, James Cowdex, William Brown." In 1786 the Supreme Executive Council changed the name from Harrisburg to Louisburg, "for the sake of euphonj''," as Governor McKean expressed it, so that the name of the town might agree with the compliment to the French king in the ,name of the county. In 1791 we returned to Harrisburg by an act of assembly, and have rejoiced in that name since. The land survej^ed for the new town absorbed nearly 600 acres of the 800 owned by the founder. In the lot book of John Harris are found auto- graphs of many of the very earliest inhabitants of this town. The fashionable way, one hundred years ago, of settling a money transaction was for both parties to sign receipts, or acquittances. As an ex- ample, Thomas Elder purchased lot 75 for £oG, and owed for ground rent, &c., at the time of the death of Harris, £85 6, which he paid, and so states the account on the lot book, signing his name in the Address by A. Boyd Hamilton. 29 exact form, without the flourish, that it is found fifty years after- on the issues of the Harrisburg bank. Harris wrote a good hand, so with Maclay and the Harris sons. Jacob Stayley signed in German, as did Christopher Hocker, in a miserable scratch, whilst his brothers, John and Adam, signed in fair charac- ters. These are followed by Samuel Weir, Samuel Hill, Samuel Berryhill, Tobias Seyboth, Robert Barr, Thomas Murray and Peter Graybill. To these must be added the autographs of John Elder, jr., William Wilson, John Miller, Frederick Youse, Frederick Girt, (in German); James Clunie, very clean and neat; John Comfort, Mathias Hutman, Michael Peters, John Chambers, Andrew Newman and George Hotz ; the two last in German and not very well done ; fol- lowed by James McNamara, John Ebert, James Beatty, John Zinn (German), Samuel Barnes Davis, Jacob Earnest, Peter Unger, George Reddick, (the last three hi German ;) James Mitchel, Samuel Grimes, John Cremer, (German ;) John Hoge, (the signature of an aged or nervous person). Thus we have preserved in the library of the Historical Soci- ety a valuable collection of the autographs of many of the original settlers of the city. The names of the purchasers of lots appear upon this Lot Book, as follows : I, John A. Hanna. no. Hugh Boden. z. Mary Harris. 113- WiUiam Glass. ■;• Jacob Weidman. 115. Archibald McAllister. 6. Francis Johnston. 117. Moses Gilmor. 8. Jacob Ebright. 118. Andrew Stephens. ;o. John Hoys [Hice.] 119. Wm. Mitchell, esq. [I. Mrs. Lincoln. 120- —121 Jail. 30 Centenary Memorial. 13. William Brown. 122. 17. Thos. Hartley, York. 123. 18. Alexander Greaden, 127. 20. Henry Fulton. 129, 21. John Hamilton. 134. 23. William Bailey, York. 135. 24. John Maclay, jr. 136. 25. Christian Kunkle. 137. 26. George Hoyer. 138. 27. Henry Hepsman. 139. 28. Clem. Stewdebacker. 140. 29. John Joseph Henry. 141. 32. Lawrence Keen. 142- 33. David Harris. 144. 34. John Crocket. 145. 35. George Irvin. 146. 36. George Ziegler. 147. 37. f Mary Hanna. 148. 37. Robert Harris. 149. 38. ' James Harris. 151. AH by will. 152. 40. John Hoge. 153. 42. George Fridley. IS4. 43. Thomas Paine. 157. 44. Robert Whitehill. 161. 45. Abraham Huston. i^i. 47. Thomas Burling. 172. 48. Benjamin Crockett. 175' 49. James Clunie. 176. 50. Abdiel McAlister. 177. 52. Alexander Power. 179. 54. David McGumery. 180. 56. Frederick Youse. 184. 57. Conrad Bombaugh. 187. 59. Galbraith Patterson. 189. •64. Wendle Hepsman. 192. 68. Frederick Smith. 193- 70. Samuel Awl. 195. 76. Thomas Fider. 196. Michael Stoner. Andrew -Stewart. Alexander Barr. John Watson. Thomas Morrow. Gawin Irwin, Charles Stewart. Samuel Martin. Andrew Gregg. George Firestone. George Buyer. John Harsha. -148. Court House. Samuel Grimes. Peter Lice. Christopher Hocker. Andrew Copp. Michael Copp, do. John Carson. James Cavitt. John Gilchrist, jr. Isaac Deardc^agh. John Norton. Melchar Rham. Joshua Elder. James Cowden. John Gillard. Dr. Joseph McCumerey. John Ebert. John Millar. Robert Whitehill, jr. Henry Markley. Benjamin Speaker. Rachel Guygar. Philip Eppright. -194. James Duncan. Jacob Awl. Valentine Wineland. Addre^ss hij A. Boyd Hamiltov. 31 78. Anthony Waine. 200. John Boyd. 81. Howard Moore. 201. George Allen. «7- Alex. Berryhill. 202. John Chambers. 88. John Zinn. 203. Robert Henry. 93- James Wetherspoon. 204. Thomas McArther. 94. Roree Frazer. 205. Robert Armstrong. 96. Samuel Berryhill. 206. Jonathan Wallace. 97- James McDonnel. 207. George Ziegler. 98. James Sawyers. 208. Jacob PeiiTer. 99. James Elder. 2IO. Stoner & Bennett. 100. Charlott Baker. 212. Adam Boyd. lOI. George Frey. 213. Philip Rymoot. 102. George Bruner. 214. Robert Stevenson. 103. William Baily, York. 215. Henry Peter. 104. Thomas Hartley, York. 216. James Michell. 107. John File. 217. Mrs. Fulsom & Sons. 108. Thomas Forster. 218. Valentine Hurter. log. James Beatty. 219. A. and M. Smith. After the death of the founder, his executors laid out 114 additional lots, as is shown upon the to^vn plot recorded in the office at Harrisburg. It was not until April 14, 1785, the date upon which the first deeds were executed, that the name of the town was fixed as Harrisburg. It then con- tained nearly 300 persons, including fishermen, ferry- men and slaves. There were about 50 dwelling houses on the town plot. One of the very earliest conveyances of 1785, by Harris, is No. 149, bounded "on Market iilace." This lot is on South Market Square, east side. The deed is very specific, is written by -John Joseph Henry, witnessed by him and Joseph Montgomery. The lots on the Market Place are 52| feet shorter than the lots in other parts of the town, or 158 J feet in depth. A full lot is 210 feet deep. 32 Centenary Menborial. In 1792 William. Maclay "leveled the water from the bridge in the town to McAlliister's three locust trees," and found the "face of the water to the face of the stone work on the N. E. corner of the market to be 33 J feet" above. So that a market house was in the square on July 17 and 18, 1792, and at no time since has it been without one. Another interesting paper has been preserved. It is found in a note-book of John Kean, esq., one of the first commissioners, a long time senator in the Berks and Dauphin district, and registrar-general of Pennsylvania. His note reads: "I removed to Harrisburg, the twenty-second day of April, 1785, where from the vast number of peo- ple crowding to this new place, and no houses being yet erected, I was compelled to take lodgings with a Dr. Sterling, a mile above the town. [South street was then the upper town boundary.] In the begin- ning of June, 1785, I entered into partnership with Mr. James Clunie [afterwards high sheriff] in store- keeping at Harrisburg. We erected a house and in August opened a shop. Our sales quite equalled our expectations. In the beginning of May, 1786, my fellow-townsmen were about forming a system of police for the rising town. They elected me the jus- tice of the peace without dissent, and I was not aware of the affair until the election was over." I have not been able to discover further particu- lars of this unauthorized election or what view the Executive Council took of it. We have every reason to believe that police regulation was a real want, Address by A. Boyd Hamilton. 33 which the people were determined to fill, for the pro- tection of their lives and property. Kean served about a year, by which time the executive power had provided regular "squires" for the bustling commu- nity. In 1791, they were empowered to elect bur- gesses, and the citizens chose George Hoyer and Adam Boyd. They were the fathers of our present municipal administrators. This paper presumes to deal only with the earliest history of the town. To enlarge upon or criticise its subsequent history would be unjust to those who have prepared the many excellent and reliable publications printed in relation to it. Yet I cannot refrain from quoting what Cutler says of us in 1787, and Penn in the following year. Cutler writes of a Sunday he stopped at Harris' Ferry : " The town contains about 100 houses, many of them brick, and a large number of taverns. About one half the people are English. People were going to church ; they meet in private houses ; no churches yet." He tells us also that the people were very well and gayly dressed. This town still keeps its early reputation in that respect. Penn, in 1788, writes: "The situation of this place is the finest I ever saw." He lodged at the "Compass," which we judge to be the stone house erected by the founder in 1766. Penn says the room he occupied was " 22 feet square and high in propor- tion." It is the southeast room of the second story of General Cameron's present residence. Another writer of the same period speaks of the "fine looking, healthy women." While still another 34 Centenary Memorial. traveler on his way westward, is delighted with the excellent accommodations, the fine market, abund- ance of fish and the Philadelphia looking houses and streets. Unfortunately for too many years, we have been a copy of that citj^ in more particulars than one. The ground upon which we tread of the original town plot, was neither a wild or a forest in 1785. It was a well cultivated and productive tract divided into three farms, under intelligent culture for more than fifty j^ears previously. Its mansion orchard ex- tended from the stone house to Mulberry street in one direction, and l^elow that street to Paxtangor the great road, on the other; about forty acres. Its meadows along the valley of the Paxtang creek, and its best -wheat fields above Mulberry, as far up the Susquehanna as Walnut street. The quarries below the great road, now Paxtang street, were in constant use. A brick yard along this "great road to the ferry" had been in use for "three or four j'ears." There was "a hickory log house for the upper farm," above the present Harris- burg academy. This house was occupied by Governor McKean and his colleagues, the judges, during the occupancy of Philadelphia by the British army in the Revolution. The open fields about this point,Governor McKean stated to my Grandfather Boyd, "were the best cultivated, most charming he had ever seen." The outer farm on the " great road," this side of the poor house farm, had an orchard upon it, and produced " fine fruit and large walnuts " in the youth of the late Gen. John Forster, who died twenty years ago, eightj'-six years of age. The dTiouse on this Address by A. Boyd Hamilton. 35 farm, erected before 1765, is still standing, and is occupied as a farm dwelling by a tenant of the speaker. It is constructed of poplar logs, and its interior partitioned with yellow pine boards. " In these green fields life flowed afresh, And young-eyed Health exulted." I have conversed with many persons who knew Mr. Harris before 1785, and from that date to the period of his death in 1791, had much social and business intercourse with him. He is described as a tall, well proportioned, sturdy man, with good teeth, smooth shaven, healthy appearance, and hair inclined to turn gray from an original rich brown. This he wore in the fashion of his time, long, and upon the Fourth of July had it powdered. His dress was " leather breeches," in the fit of which he took great pride ; brown coat and vest, long white woolen stock- ings, silver buckles and heavy low-cut shoes; fond of his gun, rod and dog ; and equally fond of fishing or of a shooting-match ; quite an adept at " long bullets," or shuffle-board. He did not hesitate about express- ing an opinion upon any subject of discussion, and was most emphatic in his admiration of Washington and those who had served under him. He lived long enough to see his town well started on the way to its present proportions. The valor of our forefathers gave us our liberty ; the founder of Harrisburg gave us a precious dwell- ing place; may our sons be the pillars of it, our daughters its corner stones, " and that there be no complaining in our streets. Happj' is that people that is in such -a case." 36 Centenary Memorial. POEM BY BENJAMIN M. NEAD. Since Chaos took form in God's primal thought, Unsatisfied man first causes has sought. The springs of the action of the planets on high, The course of the sun and the moon in the sky, The source whence the lightning derives its dread power. The agents which cause the storm clouds to lower. Whence cometh the wind and the rate of its blowing. Why summer is hot, and the cause of the snowing, Cosmographically noting the bounds Oceanic, And the orders of creatures in the Era Organic. And then rising higher to a worthier thought. His own matchless self into judgment is brought. How came he to live, and what of his soul ? And when living is ended the ultimate goal Of the part called immortal, and what is in store? Whether joy everlasting or pain evermore. Concerning these things do men scientific Profound grow in research, in discourse prolific; With men theologic wax warm in dispute Creeds new to establish and old ones refute. But enough in this deep metaphysical strain ; We are busied to-night in another domain. When Adam first ate of the fruit of the Tree, Though forbidden to do so by God's own decree. The desire fell upon him to wander abroad. That he might never more see the face of his God. And those who came of him, his own sons and daughters, In turn wandered forth through lands and o'er waters, To regions remote from the place of their birth. Till the children of Adam had peopled the earth, Scattering hither and thither as they ceased not to roam, The traditions and memories of Eden their home. And the seed of all nations wise men may now trace Through the changes of centuries to the first of our race. In the dubious reflections of ages unknown. In the legends transmitted from the northermost zone. In the tales Atlantean, by many esteemed, But myths of the night by philosopher dreamed. Poem by Benjamin M. Nead. 37 In the culture and art of the race called Aryan, In the skillful achievements of the people Barbarian, In the rune of the Norseman, the tale of the Dane, In the monuments marking the American plain, A few of the proofs may be found in array. That presagements of Eden are facts of to-day. And a nation of millions on Columbia's shore. All the prophecies prove of the sages of yore. Slept f.ur vales and slept our mountains. And in stillness swept our streams ; Brave nomads drank at our fountains, And basked in our bright sun's beams; Till God, in His own good pleasure, Taught men t'interpret aright The signs of the wondrous Treasure Concealed so long from their sight. Spare we time, a little measure. From our present busy life, From our thoughts of gain and pleasure. From our never ending strife. From the never ceasing worry, From the grief and from the care, From the bustle and the hurry Of our life, the larger share. Turn for once, from present duty To the half forgotten past To admire the scenes of beauty Which adorn its vistas vast. Inspired poet writing neatly Of pictures on Memory's wall, Of the dim old Forest, sings sweetly, " It seemeth the best of all." The dim old Forest primeval Has part in our thoughts to-night. And scenes with the Forest coeval Our minds and fancies delight. A noble, an inland River, Sweeping outward to the Sea, Centenary Memorial. On its bosom sunbeams quiver, Shadows fall from forest tree, Glassy surface still unbroken By the keel of white-winged ship. Bearing name yet never spoken Save by swarthy Native's lip; Nestling now by base of mountain Rippling now through flow'ry vale Drinking in from shaded fountain. Crystal springs which never fail. Flow'ry meads awaiting tillage From the coming white man's hands Curling smoke from Native's village Resting place of Indian bands. Where the sound of warrior's rifle Wakes a thousand friends to war If a neighbor dares to trifle With Shawanese or Delaware, Tribes which dwell by Ijright Swatara And by rippling Paxtang's side. O'er whose water swift as arrow In their birchen boats they glide. Precious as the ancient manna Dropped in desert from on high Was the sight of Susquehanna To that white man's hungry eye. From the hills he looked in wonder And to him there came a dream Of a city founded yonder. Looking out upon the stream ; By no narrow limits bounded, But embracing landscape fair. Like city which Penn founded On the sparkling Delaware. So he planted and he founded Better far than he then knew. By dangers thick surrounded, This home for me and you. Savage Natives kind, but wary, Poem hy Benjamin M. Nead. ' 39 Brooked the white men's presence there, Until the busy Ferry, Was heard of everywliere. Still the old world knew oppression. None in thought nor act were fr.ee, If opinion found expression, 'Twas at risk of liberty. So men came from homes of childhood From the land which gave them birth. And sought in our western wildwood For this garden spot of earth. And they settled round our Ferry, Men from distant Donegal, From old Antrim, and from Derry, And from spots beyond recall ; Dwelt in peace with selves and neighbor, Placed their faith and trust in God, Spent their lives in honest labor, Slept at length beneath the sod. Thus was founded, thus was builded, City proud as regal Rome ; City free as ancient Athens, Of thousands now the home. Stand now upon the hill-top And gaze toward yonder stream And note the grand fulfillment Of the settler's wildest dream. No sign of waving Forest Where Forest used to be. Save one token, fragile, broken Trunk of ancient forest tree. Tree with age far past the noting Of any white man's ken, But the legends say it blossomed In the days of William Penn. Now preserved as fitting relic To mark the noted spot, Where settler seized by savage Clan, And bound to stake with fiendish plan, 40 Centenary Memorial. Escaped by chance the plot. Gone is the busy Ferry Linking river shore to shore, The boatman brave hath lain in grave, A hundred years or more. Grand bridges span the river. Which bear on pier and arch The freighted wains, the lengthened trains Of Traffic's onward march. Look now adown the river Through smoke the red fires gleam. And the furnace light, at dead of night Makes bright the silent stream — Turn to the noble City, Spread out like picture grand. Its towering spires, its mosque-like domes. Its buildings tall, its palace homes Majestically stand. No prouder State in the Union Than the Keystone of the arch ; Note her grand achievements In time's progressive march. And this her chiefest city. What greater word of praise. Could advocate of actions great Of sister city raise. 'Tis fitting we should celebrate Our City's hundredth year And all take part with gladsome heart In wishing her good eheer. God rule this rising city, A Ruler safe is He, And grant that as its Past has been. So may its Future be. THE FIRST OFFICERS OF THE COUNTY. In the absence of the gentleman to whom was assigned the "First Oflficers of the County," James M. The First Officers of the County. 41 Lamberton, esq., read the paper prepared by Dr. Egle. One hundred years ago office-seekers were abun- dant as now. The cause of this was partlj^ due to "the fact that an eight years war had left many good men without business and without means. The ex- posures incident to the prolonged struggle for inde- pendence also rendered many of the patriots unfit for manual labor, and hence when all over the State the rage came for division of counties, and the form- ation of new ones"; applications without number were made to the Supreme Executive Council, the appointing power of the State under the Constitution of 1776, for official positions. No sooner was it certain that the act for the erec- tion of the County of Dauphin would pass the Assem- bly, than memorials were presented to the Council from Capt. Alexander Graydon and the Rev. Joseph Montgomery requesting the appointment of Prothon- •otary of the proposed new county — that office being considered the most lucrative. The result is well told in Mr. Graydon 's delightful " Memoirs :" "Among the newly introduced maxims of republi- canism it was an highly favored one in Pennsylva- nia, to bring justice home to every man's door. In the spirit of this principle several new counties had been erected ; and in the year of 1785 I had the good fortune, through the warm exertions of an influen- tial friend, to obtain an appointment to the prothon- otaryship of Dauphin county. By a combination of .small circumstances working together for my advan- 42 Centenary Memorial. tage, I obtained, contrary to expectation, the suffrage- of the Supreme Executive Council of which Mr. Dickinson was then president. The republican party- possessed a majority in the Council, and Col. Atlee,, who belonged to it, was designated for the office. He was conspicuous as a party man, and if I mis- take not, at the time a member of the Legislature ; and on the score of services and character, no one had better claims. But on this occasion the nega- tive character of my politics, contrary to the usual course of things, probably gave me the advantage. To keep out Atlee, the Constitutionalists were dis- posed to give their votes to any of his competitors. Of course I had all their strength ; and by adding to it two or three Republican votes, I acquired a greater number than any in nomination. As the rule was to vote for the candidate individually, there was no physical or, perhaps, moral impediment to each of them receiving the vote of every member. A prom- ise to one was not broken by voting also for another, unless it was exclusively made. The president had probably given a promise to Col. Atlee as well as to myself, and considering me too weak to endanger- his success, thought he might safely gratify my friend, who pinned him to the vote, which on com- ing to the box he seemed half inclined to withhold. Or, where was his crime if he really thought our pre- tentions equal, and, therefore, determined not to de- cide between us ? Such were the accidents which procured my unlocked for appointment." Of this first officer, the prothonotary, appointed on the 9th of March 1785, we have the following account:. The First Officers of the County. 43 Capt. Alexander Geaydon, son of Alexander Gray- don and Rachel Marks, was born April 10, 1752 (N. S.,) at Bristol, Bucks Co., Pa. At the age of six years he was sent to Philadelphia to the care of his mater- nal grandfather, and put to the school of David James Dove, an Englishman, and much celebrated in his day as a teacher. He was afterwards entered at the academy now the University of Pennsylvania, where he was placed in charge of the Rev. Mr. Kin- nesley, teacher of English and Professor of Oratory. In 1761 he entered the Latin school of John Bever- age. At the age of sixteen he left college, and some eighteen months after commenced the study of law with his uncle, Edward Biddle of Philadelphia. In 1773 he was, on account of impaired health, sent by the latter to York, to the care of Samuel -Johnson, prothonotary of that county and a lawyer of some prominence, where he remained about six months, when he returned to his home at Philadelphia. The study of law was continued, at the suggestion of his uncle, with James Allen, a second son of William Allen, then chief Justice of Pennsylvania. About the time when he should have been admitted to the bar the war of the Revolution opened, and, imbued with the military ardor and patriotic spirit of the hour, he received the appointment and was commis- sioned captain, Jan. 5, 1776, of Col. .John Shee's (Third Pennsylvania) battalion. Of his services, his being taken prisoner at the capture of Fort Wash: ington, on the Hudson, Nov. 16, 1776, and of his being released on parole, we can only refer to his "Memoirs." He was exchanged in April, 1778. Hav- 44 Centenary Memorial. ing lost his rank by reason of his capture and parole, he did not again enter the service. His mother hav- ing removed to Reading during the occupancy of Philadelphia by the British, thither Alexander went, and being admitted to the bar of Berks county, began the practice of his profession. Upon the or- ganization of the new county of Dauphin in 1785, through the influence of Gen. Mifflin, Mr. Graydon was appointed by the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania, prothonotary of the county. He re- moved there, and performed the duties of his office in a manner alike creditable to himself and advan- tageous to the public. During the Whiskey Insurrection of 1794, when Gen. Washington reached Harrisburg, the address of the burgesses was from the facile pen of Mr. Gray- don, while upon the accession of John Adams to the Presidency, the letter of the citizens of the county to that functionary shows his elegant diction. Upon the election of Governor Thomas McKean, he was suddenly displaced from office. He then retired to a small farm near the borough, where he continued to reside until the year 1816, when he removed to Philadelphia with the intention of engaging in liter- ary persuits, and, with a view to the increase of a very restricted income, of entering upon the business of a publisher. Ere he could mature the plans, how- ever, he yielded to the mandate which all must obey, and closed his life on the 2d day of May, 1818. Mr. Graydon was ardently attached to literature and lit- erary pursuits. He was a frequent and acceptable contributor to the Port-Folio in its palmiest days The First Officers of the County. 45 of popularity and influence. These contributions, which for the most part, were modestly denominated "Notes of a Desultory Reader," contain his opinions of the authors whose works he had read, accompa- nied with occasional critiques upon their style, and all invariably written in a strain of candor and ease, affording indubitable evidence of the elevation and purity of his own sentiments, and of an enlarged, well-disciplined, and highly cultivated mind. These articles, with others written from time to time for the press, of which a memoranda list is in existence, deserve to be collected in a volume and printed. In 1811 he published at Harrisburg "Memoirs of a Life chiefly passed in Pennsylvania within the last Sixty Years, with Occasional Remarks upon the General Occurrences, Character, and Spirit of that Eventful Period." In 1822, John Gait, of Edinburgh, well known for his valuable contributions to English lit- erature, caused its republication in that city, to which he prefixed a dedication to the American envoy then resident near the court of St. James. In this dedica- tion he says of the "Memoirs :" "It is remarkable that a production so rich in the various excellencies of style, description, and impartiality should not have been known to the collectors of American books in this country, especially as it is, perhaps, the best per- sonal narrative that has yet appeared relative to the history of that great conflict which terminated in establishing the independence of the United States. The candor with respect to public occurrences which it displays, the views of manners in Pennsylvania prior to the memorable era of 1776, and the inci- 46 Centenary Memorial. dental sketches of historical characters with which it is enriched, cannot fail to render the volume a valua- ble addition to the stock of general knowledge, and will probably obtain for the author no mean place among those who have added permanent lustre to the English language." In 1846, John S. Littell, of Philadelphia, edited the work, with notes, index, etc., which ^^'as printed in an octavo of five hundred pages, changing the title to "Memoirs of His Own Times, with Reminiscences of the Men and Events -of the Revolution, by Alexander Graydon." Of this ■edition many copies were issued, and it too has be- ■come rare. On the 11th of March, the Rev. -Jiaseph Moxt- cioJiERY was appointed "Recorder of Deeds and Reg- ister of the Probate of Wills" "in and for the county ■of Dauphin." He was Capt. Graydon's opponent for the Prothonotaryship and resided in the county. It is doubtful if he was an applicant for this office, and although Graydon secured his position through .strong political influence that especially of Gen. Thomas Mifflin, who was his full cousin, Mr. Mont- gomery's claims as set forth in his memorial were sufficient to secure to him the office of Register with- out opposition. Of him the only officer of the count j' ■during the first year of its existence, who was born within its limits, we shall briefly refer to. Joseph Montgomery, was the son of John and Martha Montgomery, emigrants from the North of Ireland, and born Sept. 23, 1733 (old style) in Pax- tang to^\'nship, Lancaster now Dauphin County, Penn'a. His father was one of the earliest settlers The First Ojflcers of the County. 47 having emigrated to America prior to 1730. The son was educated at the College of. New Jersey (now Princeton College) from which he graduated in 1755; and was afterwards appointed master of the gram- mar school connected with that institution. In 1760 the College of Philadelphia (now University of Penn'a) and also Yale College, conferred upon him the Master's degree. About this time he was licensed to preach by the Presbytery of Philadelphia and soon after by request entered the bounds of the Presbytery of Lewes from which he was transferred to that of New Castle, accepting a call from the Con- gregation at Georgetown, over which he was settled from 1767 to 1769. He was installed pastor of the Congregations at Christiana Bridge and New Castle, -Delaware, on the 16th of August, 1769, remaining there until the autumn of 1777, when he resigned, having been commissioned chaplain of Col. Small- wood's (Maryland) regiment of the Continental Line. During the war his home was with his relatives in Paxtang. On the 23d day of November. 1780, he w^as chosen by the General Assembly of Pennsylva- nia one of the delegates in Congress, and re-elected the following year. He was elected a member of the General Assembly of the State in 1782 serving du- ring the sessions following. He was chosen by that body on the 25th of February, 1783, one of the Com- missioners to settle the difficulties between the State -and the Connecticut settlers at Wyoming. When the new county of Dauphin was erected, as previously mentioned, the Supreme Executive Council appoint- ed him Register and Recorder which oihce he held 48 Centenary Memorial. from March 11, 1785 to October 14, 1794, the date of his death. "Mr. Montgomery filled conspicuous and honorable positions in Church and State in the most trying period of the early history of the country. In the Church he was the friend and associate of men like Witherspoon, Rodgers and Spencer, and his bold utterances in the cause of Independence, stamp him as a man of no ordinary courage and decision. . . . . He enjoyed to an unusual degree the res- pect and confidence of the men of his generation." As one of the men of mark at the beginning of our history as a county it is but proper that his name and the leading actions of his life be made familiar to the citizen of To-Day. THE COMMISSIONERS TO LAY OUT THE TOWN. The "Act for erecting part of the county of Lan- caster into a separate county," "to be henceforth known and called by the name of Dauphin county," recited in section seven of said act : " That it shall and may be lawful to and for Jacob Awl, Joshua Elder, Andrew Stewart, James Cowden, and William Brown of Paxtang, or any three of them, to take assurance to them and their heirs of such lot or piece of ground as shall be laid out and approved of by the said Commissioners or any three of them, for the erecting a Court House and Goal thereupon, in trust for the use of the inhabitants of the said County of Dauphin, and thereupon to erect a Court house and prison sufficient to accommodate the publick service of the said county." Coimiilmoners to Lay Out the Town. 49' It is of these men, thus specially named, to whom our references shall be confined. They were all men of mark in the early daj's of Paxtang settlement, and became more prominent in the beginnings of our county's history in 1785. Apart from this, they were warm personal friends of the proprietor of the New Town and earnest advocates in the locating of the county seat at Harris' Ferry. The first named, Jacob Awl, was a native of the north of Ireland, where he was born on the 6th of August, 1727. He learned the trade of a tanner, and was an early settler in Paxtang, where he took up a large tract of land, which he improved, erected a tan- nery and on Avhich he lived to the time of his death. During the disastrous Indian war whicb brought terror to our ancestors in this beautiful Kittochtinny Valley, he did valiant service for their protection. He was an ensign and afterwards a lieutenant in the Rev. John Elder's battalion of Rangers in the frontier wars from 1755 to 1764 ; and at the breaking out of the war for Independence, aided by his counsel and his purse in organizing the associated battalions of Lancaster county, which did such effective service in the Revolution. Although never holding an office of profit, yet he was a representative man, influential and potential in the county. At one time he was offered the nomination as member of the Assembly but positively declined. He died on the 26th of September, 1793, and his remains rest within the shadow of old Paxtang Church, of which he was in life a consistent member. He married Sarah, daugh- ter of Jeremiah Sturgeon, and their descendants to. 50 Coitciiarij Memorial. the fourth and fifth generation occupy prominent positions in life. Especially have they been distin- guished in the profession of medicine. J(;sHi\v Elder, was a verj' important personage. He was a son of Rev. John Elder of pious memory, and his wife Mary Baker, and was "to the manor l.)orn." In Paxtang, on the 9th of Marcli 1744-.-) he first saw the light and for three-(|uartersof a century thereafter liis influence was felt in that neighborhood. He was brought u]) on his father's fai'm; but when the marauding Indian ln'gan to desolate the homes of the pioneers, he became imliued with a martial spirit and .served in the ranks as a })rivate soldier. In the Revolutionary .struggle he was no idle .specta- tor. In eoinmon with his friends and neighltors his sympathies wviv with the people, and he Ijecame a leader on the patriot side. He was appointed a sub- lieutenant of the county and Avasalso a justice of the [)eace, serving his country faithfully until the clo.se of tlie war. He was, as already stated, a prominent advocate for the formation of the county of Dauphin, and under the Constitution of 1790 was commission- ed by Gov. MifHinone of the Associate -Judges of the Courts, August 17, 1791. The appointment, how- ever of ex-sheriff Clunie to the bench on' the resigna- tion of David Hariis, a son of the founder, who had removed to Baltimore, so incensed him that he per emptorily resigned. The corresjjondcnce between the Governor's Secretar\' of the Commonwealth and Col. Elder is very spicy. Upon the election of Goa'. McKean, a warm personal friend, that functionary appointed Mr. Elder, on the .Ith of January ISOO, (hmmissionerfi to Lai/ Oat the Town. 51 prothonotarv, whicl] position lie filleil by re-appoint- ment until the (ith of February 1809, when he was retired by (iov. ynyder. In March, 1810, Mr. Elder Avas elected Burgess of the Borough of Harrisburg. It is probal.)k' he removed to his farm in Paxtang a year or two after. He died there on the 5th of De- cember, 1820, in the seventy-sixth year of his age- In many respects he was a remarkable man. He \\'as imbued with all the fire of a Scotch-Irish Pres- byterian — was firm and decided, and yet generous to a fault. Although twice married, he left no children, but there are of the family of Elder many who bear the name of Col. Joshua Elder of Paxtang. Andrew Stewakt resided in Lower Paxtang. He was the son of Andrew Stewart and Mary Dinwiddle, whose remains lie in old Paxtang Church yard. The first Andrew Stewart with his brother Archibald vSte-wai't came to America prior to 1733 and settled in Paxtang township, then Ijancaste:' county, Pa. The former remained there, while Archibald drifted down the Kittochtinny Valley into the A'alley ofA^ir- ginia, and settled in Augusta county that State. He was the head of a large family and whose descend- ants have been represented in the recent history of our country by the rebel chieftain, Gen. James E. B. Stuart, "the Murat of the Confederac}^" and by the Hon. A. H. H. Stuart a prominent Virginia statesjuan of the old rcylvic The youngest son of Andrew Stewart, senior, was the subject of our sketch, also named Andrew. He was born in Paxtang in 1748, and was a farmer by occupation. He was one of the leaders in the movement for the erection of the 52 Cf'idenary MenMrial. new County of Dauphin, and hence was named as one of the Commissionevs. In 1792 Mr. Stewart sold his plantation in Paxtano-, and removed to western Pennsylvania. He died in Allegheny county about the year 1827, the date of his will being the 14th da>' of June that year. ( "apt. .John Rutherford and Thomas Brown, of the county of Dauphin, were the executors named in his ^\-ill, but the former passed away before the settlement of the estate. '\\'e ha^'e no information as to any descendants. James C'ownEx was another of the "Paxtang Boys." His father, Matthew Cowden came from the North of Ireland to Pennsylvania prior to 1729, and took up a tract of land in afterwards Paxtang township, Dauphin county. Here the son James was born on the Kith of June 1737, and here he died on the 10th of October ISIO. Brought u\) on his father's farm, he nevertheless enjoyed the advantages of that early education of j)ioneer times which among the Scotch- Irish settlers was remarkably comprehensive and ample. Apart from this he was well-grounded in the tenets of the Westminster Confession, which among that class of people formed a j^art of the instruction given to all. Until the thunders of the Revolution rolled toward the Sus(.|uehanna, Mr. Cowden remain- ed on the paternal acres, busily engaged in farming. At the outset he was a strong advocate for active de- fensive measures and in favor of independence. He was one of the leading spirits at the meeting at Mid- dletown .June 9, 1774, of which Col. James Burd was chairman, and whose action, in conjunction with those of Hanover, nerved the people of Lancaster in Commissioners to Lay Out the Toim. 53 their patriotic resolves. Suiting the action to the word, Mr. Cowden and tlie voung men of his neiph- borhood took measures toward raising a battalion of associators, of which Col. James Burd was in com- command, and a company of which Avas intrusted to Captain Cowden. His company, although not be- longing to the Pennsylvania Line, was neverthe- less, in several campaigns, and did faithful service at Fort ^^^ashington, in the Jerseys, at BrandyA\'ine and Germantown; and in the war on the Northern and ^^''estern frontiers of the State, defending them from the attack of the savage Indian and the no less treacherous Tory. The war over, the patriot Captain returned to his farm. He was appointed one of the Commissioners to lay out the county seat, and under the Constitution of 1790 was appointed the justice of the peace for the district of Lower Paxtang township. On the 2nd of October, 1795, he was commissioned by Gov. Mifflin one of the associate judges of the county, an office he filled acceptably and creditably. In 1809 he was chosen a Presidential elector and wiis an ar- dent supporter of Madison. He lived a long and useful life. He was a decided patriot, a faithful offi- cer, an honored citizen and an unflinching Presby- terian. His descendants remain with us to-day fill- ing positions of trust, and have the respect of the com- munity. "William Brown, of Paxtang," thus designated in the act to distinguish him from Captain William Brown, of Hanover, a cousin. Of the ancestry of this prominent man and citizen we have the follow- ing : John Brown, "the pious carrier" of Muirkirk 54 Centenary MenioHdl. parish, Ayrshire, Scotland, was captured by Graham of Claverhouse and his troops on the first of May, 1685, and ordered to take the oath of conformity, which he refused to do. Claverhouse bid him go to his prayers, because he had but a few minutes to live. He did pray with svich power that when Claverhouse ordered his men to fire upon him they refused, and with a pistol and an oath he blew his brains out, and then turned to the Avidow and said, "What thinke.st thou of thy husband now ?" She answered, " I ever thought meikle of him, but never so meikle as I do this day." He said, "It were but justice to lay thee beside him." She answered, "If you were permitted, I doubt not but your cruelty would go that length ; but how will you answer for this morning's work '■'" " To man I can be answerable, and as for God I will take Him into my own hand," he replied and rode away. She laid down her child, tied up her hus- band's head with her apron, stretched out his limbs, covered him with her plaid, and sat down and wept long and bitterly. Without means, without a friend to help, and liable to be persecuted, she was at her wit's end. But God cared for her and removed her to Ireland, where she found friends-, and where she married again. From this second marriage sprung the Weir family of our county. -John Brown's sons were James and John, both of whom came to America about 1T2(.), the former settling on the Swatara, the latter in Paxtang. A son of John, born 30th of June, 17"2(), was William Brown of Paxtang. He was a prominent actor in ProA'incial and Revolution- ary times, a representative inan on the frontier, and Coiibinissionern to Laij Oid the Town. .55 as might be supposed a zealous Covenanter. At his own expense he visited Ireland and Scotland on be- half of his religious brethren, to procure a supply of ministers, and brought over the celebrated divines, Lind and Dobbins. He was a member of the Penn- sylvania Assembly in 1776, and during its sessions pr(jposed the gradual emancipation of sla^-es within tlie Commonwealth, a measure not very faA'oral>ly received at the time, but which four years afterwards Avas enacted into a law. He served again in the As- sembly in 1784, and was a member of the Board of Property Dec. •"), 1785. He was afterwards, October 2, 1786, appointed one of the Commissioners to super- intend the drawing of the Donation Land Ivottei-y. Mr. Brown died on the 10th of October, 1787, and is l)uried in Paxtang Church graA'c-yard. He was not only an active, earnest and public-spirited Christian, of unquestioned piety of heart, but as a neighbor and citizen generous and kind-hearted, whieli insured respect and won friendship. He had no cliildren, but to his paternal and loving care are we indelrted for the education of his distinguished nei^liew, Kev. MatthcAv Brown, LL. D., President of Washington and .Jefferson College. These were the men who a centui-y ago fulfilled the trust confided to them. They were all (Scotch - Irish Presbyterians — all save one born in the Pax- tang of old — and all save one rest bencatli the hal- lowed ( rod's acre which lies within the shadow of that historic land-mark, Paxtang ('hurch. The founder and his friends (for tlrey were his wa.rm pei'- •sonal friends) lie within the same enclosure. Tlicy 56 <_'rntciinr]j Memorial. were but human, it is true, yet they were men who never slirunk from tlie fulfillment of duty, and we of to-day in calling up their names and honoring their memories will do well to follow their example. THE FIRST COUNTY COURT. Third Tuesday op May, 1785. Tuesday, May 19, 1885. 68 ('('iitciinri/ Memorial. ACTION OF THE COURT. On the 7th of April, IS.S.j, Joseph B. Ewing, Esq., presented to the Court the following : The undersigned, a committee on behalf of the (xeneral C.iommittee to make arrangements for cele- brating the Centennial of the erection of Dauphin county, respectfully request that you will convene an informal meeting of the bar at as early a moment as convenient, for the purpose of appointing a commit- tee to confer with us relative to a commemorative celebration of the opening of the first court held in Dauphin county, on the third Tuesday of jMay, 1785, which will fall uj^on Tuesday, INIay 19, 1S.S5. Your attention will oblige yours with respect. A. Boyd Hamilton, (Ieorgk Wolf Buehlek, Joseph B. Ewix(;. In accordance with the foregoing suggestion, .Judge AlcPherson rccpested the Bar to meet on Thursday, April nth, to take such action as seemed desirable. On the day designated, a nieeting was organized by the election of Hon. David Fleming as chairman and Frederick M. (Jtt, Esq., secretary. A committee of five was then appointed to arrange a programme as follows: Joshua M. Wicstling, David Mumma, Levi B. Alricks, Charles H. Bergner, and Benjamin M. Nead. The committee, however, never acted, ow- ing to the duties of most' of the members in connec- tion with the Supreme Court of the State, (^ne of tue l)a])ers })repared for the occasion is given. The Fii'Ht CoKiifi. oS)' THE FIR8T COURTS. The record of the first court appearance' docket reads as follows: "At a Court of Common Pleas holden near Harris' Ferry in and for the county of Dauphin, the third Tuesday in May, in the year of our Lord one thou- sand seven hundred and eighty-five, by A'irtue of an act of Greneral Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, entitled "An act for erecting Part of the County of Lancaster into a separate county." " Present — Timothy Green, Esquire, president ; Samuel Jones and Jonathan AfcClure, Esquires, jus- tices, &c. "On motion of .Stephen Chamljers, Esquire, on his own behalf, the said Stephen Chambers, Esq., is ad- mitted an attorney of this court, having taken by oath the Qualification proscribed by law. " On motion of Stephen Chambers, Esquire, in be- half of John \\'ilkes Kittera, John Clark, Josei)h Hubley, John Andre Hanna, James Riddle, John Joseph Henry, Peter Ploofnagle and Jaculj Hubley Esc[uires, the said John ^\'ilkes Kittera, -John Clark, Joseph Hubley, John Andre Hanna, James Riddle, John Joseph Henry, Peter Hoofnagle and Jacob PIu- bley, Esf|uires, are admitted attornies by this court, ha\-ing severally taken by oath the Qualification pre- scribed by law. " (_)n motion of Stephen Chambers, Esquire, James Biddle and Collinson Reed, Esquires, are admitted 60 fcntomri/ MniorinJ. attoniies of this court, having severally taken by oath the (Qualification prescribed by law. '' On motion of John Joseph Henry, Esquire, George Ross, Esquire, is admitted an attorney of this court, havingtaken by oath the Qualification prescribed by law. " On motion of John Wilkes Kittera, Esquire, John Reily, Esquire, is admitted an attorney of this court, having taken Ijy oath the Qualification prescribed by law. " On motion of Stephen Chambers, Esquire, 'Rule, that the admission of attorneys in this court shall be regulated by the same rules as have been adopted in this respect in the county of Lancaster. "May Term, 17.S5, ^ "1. JoHX BiCKLE, \ Debt Kcnis Bred, i;50 vs. ( Costs, 2.12.-3 Nicholas Gebhart. J '■And now to wit, May the seventeenth, A. D. 1785, Peter Hoofnagie, Esquire, attorney for the Defendant by warrant of attorney specially constituted, appears for the above named, Nicholas Gebhart, and con- fesses judgment against him to the Plaintiff', John Bickle, for the sum of Fifty Pounds in Gold or Silver Debt, besides costs of suit, &c. "Eod. Die Ex't. Fi. Fa. Coram me, " Alex. Geaydox. " The ])roceedings of the first Court of Quarter Ses- sions, after a similar statement to the record on the appearance docket, are as follows: " The sheriff of the county of Lancaster, being by the said act of Assembly authorized and required to The First Courts. 61 exercise for a time therein specified tlie duties of his office within the county of Dauphin, having returned the precept to him directed, with the panel thereunto annexed, the following persons were respectively sworn and affirmed a Grand Inquest for the body of the said county of Dauphin, to wit: "James C'owden, foreman. Robert Montgomery, Barefoot Brunson, Rowan ^NlcClure, John Wilson, Archibald McCallister, John Pattimore, Jacob Awl, Andrew (Stewart, Samuel Stewart, John Gilchrist, John Clark, John Carson, "\\''illiam Grain, Richard Dixon, James Crouch, William Brown, James Rog- ers, John Cooper, Alexander Berryhill. "Towiisliips. New Constables. Heidelberg, Lebanon, Rudolph Kelker. Derry, Peter Fridley. London Derry, James Kelly. Upper Paxton, Peter Eckert. Lower Paxton, David Montgomery. East Hanover, John Winter. \\>st Hanover, Robert McCord. Bethel, Abraham Sebolt. "May Session, 1785. Republica I Larceny in stealing a Roan vs. > mare, the property of Peter Lan- (rEORGE FoULKE. | dis. " George Foulke being three times solemnly called appeared not. Ideo recognizance forfeited. " John Cearman being three times solemnly called to bring forth the Body of George Foulke appeared not. Ideo recognizance forfeited and respited until next sessions. H2 Cciifciiirri/ MniinvkxL "August session, ITMrt. Tlie court, on motion, further respite this recognizance until next sessions." The foregoing are exact transcri})ts from the first courts. (.)f the individuals to whom were confided the duties of sitting in judgment, Ave have the fol- lowing information : Timothy Gheen, the presiding justice, was born about 173;-!, in Hanover township, Lancastei' now Dauphin county, Peniisylvania. His father, Robert Green, of Scotch ancestry, came from the north of Ireland aljout 17"2."), locating near the Kittochtinny mountains, on Manada creek. The first record we have of the son is sub.seijuent to Braddock's defeat, when the froirtier settlers were threatened with ex- termination by the marauding savages. Timothy (ireen assisted in organizing a cftmpany, and for at least se^'cn years was chiefly in active military ser- vice in protecting the settlers from the fury of the blood-thirsty Indian. In the Bouquet expeditions of 1763 and 17H4 he commanded a comjiany of Pro- vincial troops. For his services at this time the Pro- prietaries granted him large tracts of land in Buffalo valley, and on Bald Eagle creek. At the outset of the Revolution Captain Green became an earnest ad- vocate for independence, and the celebrated Hanover resolutions of June 4, 1774, i^assed unanimously by the meeting, of which he was chairman, show that hi' was iirtensely patriotic. He Avas one of the Com- mittee of Safet}' of the Province, which met Nov. 22, 1774, in Lancaster, and issued hand-bills to the im- ])ort that "agreeable to the resolves and recommen- dations of the American Continental Congress, that The Fir>it Courts. (;;j the freeholders and others qualified to vote for repre- sentatives in Assembly, choose, by ballot, sixt}' 2>er- sons for a Committee of Observation, to observe the conduct of all persons towards the actions of the Cieneral Congress; the committee, when elected, to ■divide the country into districts and appoint mem- bers of the committee to superintend each district, and any six so appointed to be a quorum, etc." The election was held on Thursday, 15th December, 1774, ■and among others Timothy Green was elected from Hanover. This body of men were in correspondence with Joseph Reed, Charles Thompson, George Cly- mer, John Benezet, Samuel Meredith, and Thomas Mifflin, of Philadelphia, and others. They met at Lancaster again, April "27, 1775, when notice was taken of Gen. Gage's attack \x\)on the inhabitants of Massachusetts Bay, and a general meeting called for the first of May at Lancaster. During the progress of the Revolution he commanded the Tenth Battal- ion of Lancaster Associators, and was in active ser- vice in the Jersey campaign of 1776. Before the erection of the county of Dauphin, Col. Green, being the oldest justice of the peace in commission, and under the constitution of 1776, became president of the courts. He continued therein until under the constitution of 1790, which required the presiding judge "to be learned in the law," Judge Atlee, of Lancaster, -was appointed. After his retirement, Judge Green returned to his ({uiet farm at the mouth of Stonjr Creek, where he had erected a mill and other improvements. He died there on tlie 27th of February, 1812, and is buried in the old grave-yard <')4 Crutciuiry Memorial. back of Dauphin. His legal knowledge was not of the highest order, but he was surrounded by as bril- liant a bar as has since illumined our county courts, and hence said little and acted wisely. iS.VMi'EL Jones, associate justice, was from Bethel township, noAv in Lebanon county, where he was born about the year 17')(>. His father, William Jones, laid out Jonestown, dying in November, 1771, the son coming into possession of the greater portion of tlie estate. He was in active service during the struggle for independence, and November 8, 1777, was appointed by the Suj^reme Executive Council one of the commissioners to collect clothing, blank- ets, etc., for the half-clad army at ^^alley Forge. This service was well performed. On the 15th of August, 1784, he was appointed one of the justices of the peace for Lancaster countj^ and judge of the court of common pleas January 3, 1785. He was the next oldest in commission when the new county of Dauphin was formed. Of Judge Jones' subsequent life we have little knowJedge. It has been stated that he removed to Pittsburgh towards the close of the century, but even that is not certain. Of Jonathan McClure, the remaining associate justice, we have better information. He was the son of Richard McClure, born about 1745 in Paxtang township, Lancaster, now Dauphin county. He was one of Joseph Hutchinson's pupils, received a good English education, and was brought up to mercan- tile pursuits. When the war of the Revolution needed his support, he became a lieutenant in Capt. John Rutherford's company and did valiant service The First Comix. 65 during the New Jersey campaign of 1776, and that around Philadelphia the year folloAving. Towards the close of the war he commanded a company of militia raised in Paxtang for the defense of the frontiers. He was commissioned by the Supreme Executive Council a justice of the peace September 8, 1784, and on the 17th of November following one of the judges of the court of common pleas. When the county of Dauphin was organized the spring fol- lowing he came to be one of the first judges of the courts. He died at Middletown on A\"ednesday, De- cember 11, 179!), aged about fifty -four years. Of the three persons who illumined the judicial bench one hundred 5rears ago. Judge McC'Iure was the most in- telligent. He 'was one of the men of mark of this locality, and it is proper that his memory, with those of the other two worthies, his colleagues, be preserved. rXVITATIOX BY COUNTY OFFKJIALS. DAUPHIN COUNTY CENTENNIAL. i88s September i5tli, i6lh and 17th. We, the Commissioners of Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, respect- fully and cordially invite you to participate at our Centennial Celebra- tion. Opening Day, 14th Sept. Industrial Display, i6th Sept. Military Display, 15th Sept. Firemen's Display, 17th Sept. Antiquarian Exhibition, open from Sept. loth to 17th. We will be pleased to meet you on the 15th, i6th and 17th of Sep- tember, at the Commissioners' Office, Court House, Harrisburg, Pa., at 2. P. M., on either, or all of these days. If convenient, advise us if we shall have the pleasure of your presence. \^er)' respectfully, Chas. E. Riegei., CHRISTIAN L. GINGRICH, Clerk. CORNELIUS BIXLER, JNO. M. Strickler, JOHN W. STOBER, AssU Clerk. Coninthsioners. INVITATION TO BOROUGHS. COMMITTEE. S. C. Wilson, Mayor, Chairman. William K. Verbeke, Ex-Mayor, Jacob D. Boas, Ex-Mayor, John D. Patterson, Ex-Mayor, John C. Herman, Ex-Mayor, William L. Gorgas, President Select Council, John C. Hutton, President Common Council. 68 Centenary Memorial. INVITATION OF THE COMMITTEE. The citizens of Harrisburg request the honor of the presence of the burgess of at the cele- bration of the One Hundredth Anniversary of the erection of the County of Dauphin and the founding of the City of Harrisburg, September 14th, 15th, 16th and i7th, 1885. S. C. Wilson, Chairman. J. D. Bo.\s, John C. Heemax, W. K. A''erbeke, W. L. Gorgas, ■lOHX D. PaTTEKSOX, J. C. IIUTTOX, Co'iiiunttce on Invitation. The City's Coxtributkix. — The City Councils of the city of Harrisburg, Dauphin county, Pa., appro- priated of the funds of the city treasury the sum of $1,000 to the Centennial celebration of the county of Dauphin, and disbursed the same as follows : T. D. Greenawalt, Centennial Treasurer F. U. BergnerS Bro., stationery, stamps, &c . A. B. Hamilton and Dr. W. H. Egle, stamps, &c . A. F. Fry, furnituje for office . . C. O. Zimmerman, rent . G. C. B. Swartz and Wilson Elder, secretary and clerk . Adams Express Co., and others, badges, medals and flags . J. S. Sible, Market square arch . I. S. Trostle, supplies Cakler, Lauer and others, horses and carriages. Total appropriation . . ^I,ooo oo $IOO 00 69 94 14 04 19 55 80 00 118 00 1 08 47 40 00 IS'-" 00 300 00 INVITATION TO LEBANON. COMMITTEE. John J. Pearson, C/tairman. Francis W'i'ETH, Henry Omit, Jacob C. Bomberger, William K. Cowden, John B. Rutherford, William R. Gorgas, JosiAH Espy, Alexander F. Thompson, 70 Centenary Memorial. OFFICIAL INVITATION. To the Citkcitf! of Lebanon County: The undersigned having been appointed a commit- tee to extend to the citizens of the county of Lebanon an invitation to participate in the celebration of the One Hundredth Anniversary^ of the erection of the county of Dauphin, now undertake tlie performance of that pleasant duty. On the 4th of jNIarch, 179 50 «26o 30 15 00 I 80 219 70 6 45 66 25 I569 50 OOMMITEES FROM ELECTION DISTRICTS. GENERAL COMMITTEE. John H. Weiss, Chairman. Augustus Reel, Michael B. Mover, Derry Church, Nelson Enders, Enders, Philip C. Swab, Ljkens, Elias Hollinger, William Sheesley, John D. Snyder, Berrysburg, Samuel W. Fleming, Secretarv. 7(i (Jrntci)nii/ Memorial. SPECIAL COMMITTEES. The committee to ■whom was delegated the sub- ject, formed the following special committees for each district of the county; whereupon the Secretary was authorized to forward a copy of the list to each per- son chosen, with the earnest wish of the whole com- mittee that he would give his hearty support to the efforts forming to make the commemoration of the first hundred years of the life of Dauphin county memorable by a grand celel.iration of the interesting- event. The committee aided in organizing clubs to join the general and particulai- displays upon the occasion; ascertained and sent information of the Household and other Historical Relics in their dis- tricts and obtained them for exhibition. HARRISBURG. First Ward. Fourth Ward. George Frank, Jacob F. Seiler, L. O. Phillips, William P. Smull, Abraham Anderson, John W. Glover, John Keil, Charles B. Fager, Edward Sparrow. Andrew K. Black. Second Ward. Fifth Ward. Amos F. Fry, David Maeyer, William J. Bergstresser, H. B. Mitchell, William K. Cowden, Albert B. Tack, John A. Reily, John S. Sible, Henry S. Sourbeer. Andrew Schlayer. Third Ward. Sixth Ward. Jacob A. Miller, George W. Porter, Jacob F. Haehnlen, Josiah Higgins, J. Brisben Boyd, Perry Adams, Weidner W. Boyer, William O. Bishop, Frank A. Boehmer. George H. Sourbeer. Sjxvial Committees. 77 Seventh Ward. Frank Darby, David C. Burnite. John A. Graham, Harry C. Demming, A. Hockley. Eighth Ward. W. Howard Day, John W. Simpson, Charles A. Miller, John Young, Andrew R. Kieffer. Ninth Ward. Simon Diiey, Daniel Leedy, Jacob Zarger, Sr., Joseph Kahnweiler, John Beatty, M. McCloskey. WILLIAMSTOWN. J. R. Carl, G. W. Hain, J. W. Parks, William D. Mason, James T. Waters. LYKENS. Alfred G. Stanley, Edward Miller, H. W. Snyder, Hiram Bueck, Samuel M. Fenn JACKSON. L. J. Enders, James Seiders. FISHERVII LE. Cornelius Bixler, George W. D. Enders, Valentine E. Eisenhower, Charles Coleman. SUSQUEHANNA. North District. Gabriel Hiester, Fred M. Ott, John Saul, George Carman, James H. McAllister. South District. William A. Haverstick, John M. Major, J. A. Fisher, Charles E. H. Brelsford. J. Z. Gerhard. SWATARA. First Distkict. Michael A. Frantz, George Cumbler, Jacob Livingston, Jacob Beyer, Jr., John Parthemore. Second District. Abner Rutherford, John Roop, Harry G. Eshenour, George T. Richer, John Peifer. LOWER SWATARA. Elijah Balsbaugh, Samuel Poorman, Frank Wolf, Henry Roop, Isaac B. Nissley. HUMMELSTOWN. Thomas G. Fox, William C. Baker, E. M. Hoffer, U. L. Balsbaugh, Frank Hummel, Josiah Burkholder. 78 Venlmnvji ilonorial. MfDDLETOWN. South Ward. Benjamin S. Peters, Frank Nissley, Elijah McCreary, Daniel J. Hake, Charles Harline. Middle Ward. James Young, William D. Hendrickson, Dr. John Ringland, E. B. Cobaugh, Joseph Campbell, North Ward. John L, Nissley, Frederick R. Wagner, William A. Hill, Joseph H. Nissley, William A. CroU. HALIFAX. Frank Looniis, James Fetterhoff, Isaac Bechtel, David B. A. Mahargue, William Kline, Abram Fortenbaugh, Thomas B. Liebrich, Samuel B. Potteiger, William B. Gray. MILLERSBURG. William B. Meetch, James Michaels, Frank S. Bowman, John B. Seal, Edward H. Leffler. WASHINGTON. James Miller, Peter B. Lyter, Frederick Weaver, STEELTON. First Ward. L. E. McGinnis, E. C. Felton, A. y. Knisely, Joseph M. Metzger, Martin H. Grunden. Second Ward. D. B. Traver, John B. Litch, A. B. Dunkle, James F. Newlin, John W. Grove. Third Ward. William M. James, Samuel F. Dunkle, James Dickinson, Henry F. Koesel, John Hess. BERRYSBURG. Jonathan Moyer, Joseph Romberger, Cornelius Swalj, Valentine Lenker, Edward Holtzman, RUSH. Tobias Shadle, Frank Reiner, Alexander McAllister, Paul Kessler, Philip Dietrich. REED. Henry Lower, Samuel Newbaker, James Carpenter, Henry Heikle, David Hoffman. CURTIN. Charles S. Zimmerman. Special (Jommitte<'-s. 7i) JEFFERSON, Jonathan Spayd, Alexander McLaughlin Martin Etzweiler, John Sheetz, A. D. Zimmerman. MIFFLIN. John W. Deibler, Emanuel Shoop, George W. Wade, 5amuel Clark, Isaac Kebauch. UNIONTOWN. •George D. Boyer, William HoflEman, Dr. W. C. Raker, Uriah Bowman, D. B. Klinger. UPPER PAXTON. Philip Moyer, D. \'. Lenker, James Holtzman, ■Charles Miller, Samuel Gilbert. LOWER PAXTANG, Dr. C. H.Smith, E. H. Shaner, Jacob Widmoyer, David Cassel, John Ebersole. MIDDLE PAXTANG. L. W. Clemson, Bailey Kennedy, George R. Dennison, I. M. Bayard, John Shepler. SOUTH HANOVER. Dr. David C. Keller, Simon P. Rhoads, Samuel R. Miller, John H. Cassel, Daniel Shaffner. EAST HANOVER. Amos Early, William Kline, Charles V. Thome, John Rauch, D. A. Boyer. WEST HANOVER. George W. Vox, John Kramer, David Brightbill, John Bomgardner, Christian Cassel. CONEWAGO. Cyrus G. Shenk, Jacob E. Shenk, S. H. HofTer, Alfred Felty, George Redsecker. DERRV. James G. Fox, Christopher Moyer, Martin L. Hershey, George H. Seller, Joseph S. Strickler. DAUPHIN. Alfred F. Stees, Charles Rodearmel, Dr. A. T. Poffenberger, J. B. Krause, Dr. John R. Umberger. 80 Centenary Memorial. LONDONDERRY. Charles L. Gingrich, John S. Longenecker, John H. Epler, H. Techtmeyer, Edward S. Kerper. WEST LONDONDERRY David Metzger, Jonathan Kope, William Shireman, John N. Rife, Samuel Kinsey. WAYNE. J. A. Lebo, Samuel V. Ender.s, S. H. Gripple, H. E. Welker, A. Bowerman. WICONISCO. George A. Pinkerton, Daniel Israel, A. F. Kimmel, L. M. Neiffer, James Fennel. LYKENS. Joseph Gise, Preston Artz, John W. Hoffman, Frank Ferrel, Jacob .Shade. GRATZ. John Moyer, Dr. I. S. Schminkey, Daniel Blyler, Henry W. Good, J. B. Gise. LOYALTON. David K. McClure. CENTENNIAL FINANCES. GENERAL COMMITTEE. Simon Cameron, Presidmi. William W. Jennings, David Fleming, JACOB S. Haldeman, Joseph B. Ewinc . 82 Centenary Memorial. SPECIAL COMMITTEES. The following persons were appointed by the Gen- era] Finance Committee sub-committees to solicit contributions : HARRISBURG— BY DISTRICTS. First — Poplar street to Manada, from Eighteenth to Pennsylvania ca- nal, Charles P. Mason, DeWitt C. Denny, H. L. Champlain. Second — Pennsylvania canal to Front street, from Dock street to southern city limits, J. A. Fromm, Edward Fogarty. Third — Front street to Eighteenth, from Paxton to Dock, and Man- jada streets, Edward Drinkwater, John Kiel, Frederick W. Liesman. Fourth — Paxton street to Mulberry, from Pennsylvania canal to Front street, Hugh Hamilton, George Dunn, Richard Hogan. Fifth — Mulber.-y street to Chestnut, from Pennsylvania canal to Fron street, Thomas Elder, Joseph Pilkay, J. Bucher Hummel. Sixth — Chestnut street to Market, from Front street to Third, William A. Kelker, Warren A. Zollinger, Edward R. Bergstresser. Seventh — Chestnut street to Market, from Third street to Pennsylva- nia canal, John C. Hutton, Henry E. Hershey, George K. King. Eighth — Market street to Walnut, from Fiont street to Third, Daniel C. Herr, Edward M. Haldeman, Richard Fox. Ninth — Market street to Walnut, from Third street to Pennsylvania canal, Samuel A. Hummel, Naudain Hamilton, Elias Z. Wallower. Tenth — Walnut street to Pine, Irom Front street to Third, Henry J. Beatty, Casper Dull, S. Bethel Boude. Eleventh — Pine street to State, from Front street to Third, Samuel W. Fleming, Thomas T. Wierman, Jr., Dr. J. Ross Swartz. Twelfth — State street to North, from Front street to Third, Harry D. Boas, William Rodearmel, Dr. Hiram McGowan. Thirteenth — Walnut street to State, from Fourth street to Pennsylva- nia canal, William Wolfinger, John A. Krause, John W. Simpson Fourteenth — State street to North, from Fourth street to Pennsylvania canal, Callaughen McCarty, William M. Gastrock, David S. HeiT. Fifteenth — North street to Forster, from Front street to Third, Wil- liam J. McFadden, Christian W. Lynch, Chambers Dubbs. Special Committees. 83 Sixteenth — North street to Forster, from Third street to Pennsylvania canal, Edwin S. Herman, James Nalen, O. S. Houtz. Seventeenth — Forster street to Boas, from Front street to Third, W. Luther Gorgas, Louis Dellone, John R. Shoemaker. Eighteenth— Forster street to Boas, from Third street to Sixth, Hor,- ace B. Mitchell, Dr. A. E. Eyster, William C. Kirby. Nineteenth — Forster street to Boas, from Sixth street to Pennsylvania canal, Aaron M. Steever, Robert Sites, Charles A. Wilhelm. Tvi'entieth — Boas street to Cumberland, from Front street to Third, William H. Smith, David Mseyer, George F. Rohrer. Twenty-first — Boas street to Cumberland, from Third street to Sixth William E. Machlin, John S. Sible, Howard D. Potts. Twenty-second — Boas street to Cumberland, from Sixth street to Pennsylvania canal, John A. Gramm, Isaac J. Wilcox, Samuel S. Hall. Twenty-third — Cumberland street to Verbeke, from Front street to Third, Albert B. Tack, Henry Fraley, George C. B. Swartz. Twenty-fourth — Cumberland street to Verbeke, from Third street to Sixth, Leonard H. Kinnard, Frank J. Hess, James D. Hawkins. Twenty-fifth — Cumberland street to Verbeke, from Sixth street to Pennsylvania canal, William H. Sible, Luther F. Cripple, John B. Foltz. Twenty-sixth — Verbeke street to Reily, from Front street to Third, Charles T. George, B. Reily Wilson, Adam Reel. Twenty-seventh — Verbeke street to Reily, from Third street to Sixth, Conrad Dapp, Hiram Starr, William O. Bishop. Twenty-eighth — Verbeke street to Reily, from Sixth street to Penn- sylvania canal, Henry Sourbeer, Jacob H. Santo, Samuel W. Fitzgerald. Twenty-ninth — Reily street to Hamilton, from Front street to Fourth, George W. Wolford, Levi Kauffman, John W. Hcerner. Thirtieth — Reily street to Hamilton, from Fourth street to Pennsyl- vania canal, Milton G. Potts, Charles Wollerton, Harry Ebersole. Thirty-first — Hamilton street to Marlay, from Front street to Fourth, Daniel S. Early, Harry Reily, Henry Schuddemage. Thirty-second — Hamilton street to Maclay, from Fourth street to Pennsylvania canal, Ellis W. Ford.Thomas Fitzsimmons, John Oenslager. Thirty-third — Paxton street to Market, from Pennsylvania canal to Thirteenth street, Bartholomew Devout, Simon Duey, Ed. Heffeliinger. Thirty-fourth — Paxton street to Market, from Thirteenth street to Eighteenth, Henry M. Kelley, John C. Forney, Conrad Blumenstine. Thirty-fifth — Market street to Maclay, from Pennsylvania canal to Eighteenth, James McCleaster, David Leighton, George Bomgardner. 84 Chitenarij Memorial.. DAUPHIN COUNTY— BY TOWNSHIPS, DISTRICTS AND WARDS. Williams — Charles Curtis, G. F. Matter, Jacob Collyer. Hummelstown — John J. Nissley, Thomas G. Fox, Edward Hoffer. Lykens — Alexander F. Thompson, Henry K. Myers, H. W. Snyder. Susquehanna, North — James McAllister, Jr., Harry Reicard, Fred- erick M. Ott. Susquehanna, South — Simon Pretz, Jacob Boozer, Amos Enders. Swatara, First — John Peiffer,W. Franklin Rutherford, Christian Hess. Swatara, Second — Michael Frantz, John Livingston, G. W. Cumbler. Lower Swatara — Frank Wolf, Eli Balsbach, J. F. Klugh. Berrysburg — Valentine Lenker, Benjamin Bordner, Benjamin Rom- berger. Middletown, South ward — John McCreery, John SchafTer, Benjamin Peters, Middletown, Middle ward — R. N. Hendricks, Michael Rambler, J. W. Rewalt. Middletown, North ward — John W. Rife, Joseph H. Nissley, S. L. Yetter. Londonderry — John S. Longenecker, Christian Gingrich, H. Techt- meyer. West Londonderry — William Shireman, Adam Metzger, John Reift. Conewago — George Redsecker, D. E. F. Nissley, S. S. Bachman. Derry — John F. Strickler, Martin L. Hershey, Jacob Hocker. South Hanover — Henry W, Kettering, John Cassel, A. Meatter. East Hanover — D. A. Boyer, William E. Shell, Samuel Cassel. West Hanover — Christian Cassel, G. W. Fox, Amos Hicks. Lower Paxtang — E. M. Shaner, Benjamin Engle, E. B. Care, Jr. Middle Paxtang — Eli Schartzer, Lewis Heck, G. R. Dennison. Reed — Samuel Newbaker, George Warner, J. B. Carpenter. Jefferson — Alexander McLaughlin, John Sheetz, Henry Buffington. Jackson — George W. B. Enders, Isaac P. Miller, James Miller. Halifax — Frank Bowman, John Sweigard, Uriah Rutter. Halifax borough — A. S. Looniis, Newton Noblit, J. T. Thompson. Millersburg — John B. Seal, Jeremiah S. Gilbert, J. L. Bomgardner. Upper Paxtang — Henry B. Hoffman, Philip Moyer, Daniel LelHer. Washington — Frederick Horner, Peter Stine, James Miller. Mifflin — Jonathan Reigle, George Moyer, Nelson Wade. Uniontown — George Moyer, John Hoffman, Emanuel W. Lyter. Wiconisco — Lane S. Scholfield, Louis M. Neifter, Clay Keene. Lykens — J. W. Hoffman, Daniel Buffington, William Sweitzer. Gratz — Dr. I. S. Schminkey, D. E. Blyler, Jonathan Moyer. Special Commiften^. Sf) Dauphin — Charles Rodearmel,A.T. Poffenberger, Andrew Gerberich. Wayne township — E. W. Welker, Amos Sponsler, S. V. Eiiders. Steelton, First — Frederick VV. Wood, Edward J. Grunden, Moses B. Young. Steelton, Second — J. B. Meredith, L. S. Shelly, Jacob Sharr. Steelton, Third — Charles F. Reehling, Adam Beinhower, D. B. Hoffman. CONTRIBUTOR.S TO CENTENNIAL FUND. The following list does not include all who con- tributed to the general Centennial fund, many con- tributions being designated on the collectors' books as "cash." It has been deemed advisable not to givc^ the amount of each subscription — for the greater number of individuals after the grand success of the Centennial would be mortified at the record of their amazing (?) generosity. The facts are, and it may as well be told here, that had it not been for the benevolence of less than tAventy persons or firms, with the amount realized from the Antiquarian ex- hibition, the financial portion of the Centennial would have proved a disastrous failure. HARRISBURG. Abele, Rev. John G., Anderson, B. P., Adams, Richard, Arnold, Henry, Aldinger, William, Atkinson, B. F. Alricks, Levi B., Aughinbaugh, Henry E., Alricks, Hamilton, Aughinbaugh, Charles A., Altmeyer, Peter A., Awl, J. Wesley, Aldinger, Phihp, Bateman, S., Anderson, W. H., Bailetz, R., 86 Centenary Memorial. Bailetz, Jacob, Barringer, A., Barringer, John A., Bacon, Daniel, Bashore, F. D., Bailey, George, Ball, Joseph, Barnes, George W., Bailey & Co., Charles L., Barnitz, George C, Baumgardner, H., Bahel, James, Barth, John, Baum, E. F., Baltimore O. P. Clothing Store, Baumiller, P., Barnhart, B. W., Bacon, George N., Banford, Robert, Baker & Clark, Becker, William H., Beatty, William, Sr., Beatty, Henry J., Beatty, P. S., Benitz, Constantine, Bender, Frederick, Bell, Thornton A., Bell, John, Bell, George H., Bell, Misses, Bent, George, Beatty, G. Irwin, Beaver, Charles, Berrier, Joseph, Berghaus, Mrs. Mary, Bergner Brothers, Bear, John, Berry, Mrs., Bennett, George, Burkholder, C. W., Blester, George, Bishop, E. M., Bigler, Charles, Bishop, W. O., Black, E. B., Black, Joseph M., Black, Andrew K., Blust, Joseph, Black, W. A., Blumenstein, Conrad, Bowenna-ster, Benjamin, Bougher, Charles, Boyer, George G., Bowman & Co., Boude, S. Bethel, Boyd, James, Boas, William S., Boas, Hariy D., Boyd, Truman, Boyd & Co., Boehmer, F. A., Boas, Charles A., Bowers, Moses K., Boyer, Harry F., Bollinger, John, Bowen, Edwin, Boyd, Mrs., Bomgardner, Alfred, Boyer, Edward, Bomgardner, George, Bomberger, Jacob C, Boyd, A. B., Bowers, Michael, Bomgardner, Mrs. Jane, Brackenridge, Alfred, Brua, John P., Brubaker, Calvin B.. Brandt, A. F., Breckenridge, A. K., Brady, Mi-s. William, Contributors to Centennial Fund. 87 Brenizer, Mrs. E., Brenizer, Joseph, Brandt, Levi, Brubaker, David H., Brovi'n, Mrs., Bradley, James, Britten, C, Brightbill, Jacob A., Biightbill, B., Breitinger, W. H., Brady, James, Brown & Reel, Butler, W. H., Buehler, Jacob, Buehler, H. B., Buckingham, A., Burkholder, J. N., Burtnett, Handy, Byers, Frederick E., Cameron, Simon, Calder, Mrs. Regina C, Calder, Theodore G., Calder, William J., Cameron, J. Donald, Cass, Thomas, Carroll, John, Carson, James, Cartwright, Jacob, Cassel, Monroe, Cadwallader, David R., Cadwallader, Horatio B., Calder, Frank, Cassel, W. H., Cameron, William II., Campbell, Mrs., Chamberlin, James I., Clute, Horace A., Clarke, James, Cline, John, CHnton, Mrs,, Clemson, L. C, Clark, J. Nelson, Cleveland, Albert M., Clay, A. M., Cohen, Harris, Colestock, Samuel, Coover, Dr. Fred W., Cummings, J. E., Cowden, J. H., Coates, F. P., Coover, Dr. David H., Coover, Morrett, Cooper, Albert, Coffin, D. H., Compton, F. S., Coble, Mrs., Cobler, John, Coover, Dr. EU IL, Corbett, W., Compton, W., Colbert, Mrs., Costello, J. C, Cowden, Benjamin F., Crawford, Samuel, Crawshaw, William, Crone, Charles, Crowe, J. A., Craiglow, David, Croft, John, Cruikshank, William, Crumley, George, Cramp, Jacob, Cross, W. H., Cripple, C. F., Curley, John, Cummings, Jacob S., Cummings, A. E., Commings, Charles R., Currand, Mrs., Cunkle, John, Ceiiteiiari/ Memorial. Curtis, Robert W., Cummings, H. H., Cummings, A. G., Cunningham, Mrs., Davies, Newton H., Dasher, E., Dasher, F. K., Dare, E. O., Dapp, Gotleib, Dapp, Conrad, Deil, Frank, Derr, H. Walton, Detweiler, William, Deiker, Mrs., DeHaven, J. H., Deisroth, M. O., Deeter, J. N., Deihl, C. E., Derr, Mrs., Anthony, Demming, Henry C, Detweiler, Samuel, Denehey, William P., Demmy, Clayton, Deih], George A. Deaner, Philip, DeHaven, William H., Devout, Bartholomew, Dentler, Jacob, Dellone, Louis, Dives, Pomeroy & Stewart, Dietrich, P. E., Dipner & Bro., Dielricli, Howard D., Dorbet, Fred., Donleve, William, Doninger, J. VV., Doehne, George, Donner, John, Dow, F. M., Dohoney, Mrs. P., Dohoney, Mrs, Thomas, Dorwent, William, Drinkwater, Edward, Drabenstadt, Amos, Drumheller & Co., Dravenstadt, A. L., Drake, Mrs. William, Duttenhoffer, C, Duffner, Theodore, Dunn, Mrs., Drummonds, Henry, Dunef, C. A., Duncan, D. L., Dunn, Alfred, Dyer, H., Eby, Maurice C, Ebel, Fred W., Eby, W. H., Ebersole, H., Eberly, Samuel, Ebersole, F. Jr., Egle, Dr. William H., Egle, Valentine, Egle, Hiram, Egenrieder, John, Ehler, George W., Einstein, M. G., Einstein, Joseph V., Eisley, Edward, Eitlebush, P. F., Elliot, Mrs., Elder, Mrs. R. O., Elder, David R., EUenberger, Dr. John W., Emminger, Mrs. W. H., Emminger, James P., Engel, Ferdinand, Ensminger, John T., Eppley, Daniel, Eppler, Mrs. H. E., Contributors to Centennial Fund. 89 Erb, Marlin, Etter, B. Frank, Etter, Calvin, Evans, Thomas F., Evans, John, Ewing, Joseph B., Eyster, Alfred E., Fager, Dr. Charles B., Eager, George C, Faust, Mrs. Mamie, Fager, Dr. John H., Faus, Jacob, Fager, Albert J., Feehrer, Mrs., Fehleisen, John, Fesler, J. C, Fisher, Wesley, Finney, Thomas J., Fisher, Charles, Finn, James, Fishinger, Mrs., Fitzgerald, Samuel, Flanagan, William, Fleming, David, Fleming, Samuel W., Floyd, Isaac, Fleck, Charles L., Flowers, E. M., Fogarty, Edward, Fountain, Nelson, Faerster, George, Jr., Faerster, George, Sr., Fountain, Oliver, Forney & Stewart, Foose, L. 0., Foi'Ster, John E., Foltz, Mrs. A. B., Foley, Michael, Floyd, James B., Fox, Richard V., Foltz, Andrew, Forrer, Mrs., Forster, Mrs. M., Forney Bros. & Co., Fox, Wilson C, Foltz, J. B., Fry, Jerry, Fry, J. B., Fromm, Joseph, Franklin, Samuel, Franck, George, Fry, Amos F., Frisch, B., French, M. W., Frenie, Anthony, Fry, W. H., Fraley, H., Frank, Charles, Frick, Augustus, Fraim, Harry S., Freed, Isaac, Frantz, Mrs., Froehlich, H., Funk, Dr. David S.; Gastrock, William, Gastrock, L., Garner, Mr., Gardner, W. L., Garmhausen, F. C, Gardner, Robert, Garman, D. E., Garverich, George, Garverich. W. M., Gates, William, Gastrock, Lewis, Gastrock, John, Gastrock, W. M., Garverich, James, George, J. C, Geiger, E. K., 90 Centenary Memorial. Gehr, George S., Geistweit, Mary and Sarah, George, Charles T., Gerlock, F. G., Gilmore, Jo!:n A., Gilbert, Lyman D., Ciill, P. M., Giering, J. X., Gilman, Jeff, Giede, C, Gilbert, C. P., Gilliland, Mr., Guiles, Isaac W., Ginger, W. H., Gough, Mrs., Golden Bros., Gohl, Fred., Gorgas, George A., Goodyear, M. S., Goodman, B. E., Gohl, Augustus, Goetze, Theodore, Gorgas, William R., Gould, Christian, Graham, Hiram, Greenawalt, Theodore D., Groff, Wesley K., Greenawalt, Jacob K., Grove, O. P., Greek, L., Groff, George M., Groff, Albert L., Graydon, H. Murray, Gross, Daniel W. & Co., Gregory, Henry. Gregory, William, Grimes, John, Gramm, Mrs. John A., Gray, J. W., Greenawalt, J. R., Gran, Pailus, Groninger, Stewart, Hand, Mrs., Hamlin, Rev. Benjamin B., Haas, Frederick, Haines, Mrs., Hamilton, Dr. Hugh, Harrisburg O. P. Clothing House. Hamilton, Naudain, Hamilton, A. Boyd, Hanlen Bros., Hammond, William B., Handshaw, Mrs., Hartranft, Howard H., Hart, Lane S., Hall, Louis W., Handshaw, James, Hayes, James, Hackett, George E., Harvey, Gwinn M., Haehnlen, Jacob F., Haldeman, Edwin M., Haldeman, Jacob S., Hamaker, Daniel H., Hammersley & Co., Hawkins, J. D., Hamer, John, Hanshaw, Daniel, Harris, J. R., Hake, A. F., Harm, L., Hahn, Mrs., Harlacker, J. C, Hess, Edward H., Hebner, John, Hessenberger, Charles F., Hershey, H. M., Hench, S. A., Herman, John A., Heisey, Daniel H., Coiitrihtifors to (Jcntennkd Fund. 91 Herman, John C, Herman, Edward S., Heckendorn, Mrs., Hess, Jacob, Hemperley, James M., Hess, John, Herr, Daniel C, Herr, Andrew J., Heist, Thomas H., Hess, Abraham M., Hess, Frank J., Herr, John B., Hess, Hiram W., Heffelfinger, E. A., Herbert, George D., Hemler, Hamilton D., Herr, Daniel S., Hicks, William C, Hildrup, John J., Hiltz, G F., Hickok, William 0., Hinkel, George B., Hogentogler, Joseph, Hooker, John A., Hoyley, John W., Hoopes, Jacob, Hoyer cS: Miluor, Houtz, Oscar S., Horner, J. W., Hoopes, Harry A., Hart, William B., Howell, Mathias, Horting, Mrs. Matilda, Holtzman, David, Hoover & Gamble, Hoffer, John, Hoffman, A. A., Hoffer, John M., Honich, A. R., Hoffa, J. Wilson, Hoerner, John W., Hoerner, Marcus D., Hoke, William, Horner, William M., Howell, C, llolbert, Robert .S., Hoffman, John, Huss, A. M., Hummel, Samuel A., Hughes, William E., Hughes, James, Hutchinson, Mr., Huntzberger, Mrs. M. A., Hursh, Martin, Hutchinson, Mrs. Jennie, Hutter, Frank L., Hubertis, Stephen, Hummel, Mrs. Albert, Hummel, Mrs. E. B., Hummel, Mrs. Sarah, Hummel, John F., Hummel, Albert, Estate of, Hutman, John, Hubler, J. N., Hunter, Robert L., Ingram, Samuel D., Irwin, George H., Jauss, David L., Jauss, Luther D., Jackson, Mrs. Eliza K., Jaclison, Andrew, Jacobs, John M., Jauss, John G., Jauss, Mrs. Anna C, Jennings, William W., Jenkins, Henry S., Johnston, Samuel, Johnston, Thomas H., Jones, Joshua W., Jones, Thomas M., 92 Centenary Memorial Johnston & Co., Johnston, Andrew P. W., Johnson, Mrs. Jane A., Jones, William, Jones, Harry C, Johnson, George, Jones, Edward C,, Jones, Erastus Jay, Johnson, Lewis C, Jordan, Francis, Kauflfman, Stephen J., Kahnweiler, Joseph, Karle, Augustus, Kaufifman, George W., Kapphan, Charles L., KaufTman, Levi, Karns, Andrew, Keil, John, Keil, William, Keil, Katie, Kivler, George W., Keister, Robert, Keet, Frank S., Kerper, John F., Kepner, Edward A., Kessack, George G., Keener, John, Kepner, Mrs., Kepple, John, Kelker, Henry A., Kelker & Sons, Kelker, Rudolph F., Kerr, Mrs. Isabella S., Kelker, William A,, Keeling, Rev. Robert J., Keenan, Mrs. Jane M.^ Keepers, Stephen, Keller, John F., Keller, John P., Kelker, Luther R., Keen, John, Keith, Rev. William H., Keyser, Joseph, Kelley, Carpenter H., Kelley, Henry M., Keffer, John J., Keen, John, Kehl, Mrs. Caroline, Kiney, Peter, Kingport, A. E., Kilgore, W. W., Killinger, John, Kinzer, Elias E., Kirby, William C, Kiman, J., Kindler, John, Kilpatrick, T., Kime, H. B., Kinzer, J. D., Kinter, Mrs,, Kline, William E., Klugh, George H., Klawausky, Abraham, Knull & Co., Knoche, William, Knisely, Samuel H., Knisely, Lincoln L., Knabie, William, Knisely, William, Knier, Harry L., Knoche, Frank, Knox, Hiram, Koppernagle, Rev. C. A., Koons, John, Kohler, Stephen, Koenig, Mrs., Koch, Jacob, Krich, Conrad E., Krabin, J. O., Kruber, Charles, Contributors to Ceutennhd FmuL 9:3 Kraus, H., Krause, George W., Krichbaum, Mrs. George, Krouse, John W., Kramer, Ira W., Kramer, Christian D., Kreider, Peter, Kramer, John A., Kuebler, Frederick, Kunkel, Samuel, Kuhn, Amos K., Kunkel, John C., Kunkel, Charles A., Kunkel, Samuel, Lau, John, Lawser, William, Langletz, George W., Lauer, William, Langletz, Mrs., Lauer, Jacob F., Lauer, Jacob F., Jr., Laverty, F., Laubenstein, E., Leedy, John W. Lett, James, Leedy, William, Leib, Sobieski, Lemer, LeRue, Lebo, William, Leeds, Richard, Levan, William F., Liesman, Frederick W., Little, Augustus L., Liebtreu, Conrad H,, Lingle, C. H., Lodge & Robinson, Longnecker, Mrs. E., Lloyd, Patrick, Lowry, J. M., Lochman, G. W., Low, John, Lupoid, John, Lusk, A. Penrose, Lutz, James N., Lucas, Robert A., Lutz, Horace, Ludwick, John, Lyme, John M , Lynch, Christian W., Lynch, John S., Lyter, William H., Mason, Charles P., March, Daniel, Macken, J. S., Macken, Mrs., Maxwell, W. H., Mailey, Mrs. Amos A., Mayer, Charles, Marks, Herman, Mayers, J., Markley, George H., Maguire, John J., Martin, S. Boyd, Mason, Mr., Maurer, Daniel C, Martin, William D., Mayer, Thomas, Maeyer, David, Macklin, William E., Mondly, M., Mather, Edmund, Mascher, C. F., Mauer, R., Martin, Charles, Manum, Michael, May, John K., Marzolf, Michael, Machlin, James, McCarty, Jerry, McQuaddle, John, 94 (Jeidenanj Mnrioriat. McCrone, John A., McNeal, D. W., McCrone, A. F., McAlarney, Mathias W., McAlarney, Mrs, Ada, McCarreli, Samuel J. M., McGowan, Dr. Hiram, McBride, Rev. M. J., McManus, Mrs., McFadden, William C, McCarreli, William, McCauley, Gilbert M., McCormick, Henry, McCormick, James, McCamant, Thomas, McGlinn, M. C, McGlinn, C. A., McNear, William, McCuUoch, Thomas, Mcllhenny, Samuel W., McFadden, John, McClure, Thomas, H., McDevilt, Mrs. John, McCleaster, James, McFadden, Andrew B., McCamant, Joel K., Mclntyre, Mrs. Rose McManus, Mrs. Edward, McCarty, Callaughan, McManus, Edward, Metzger, Edward, Metzgar, William B., Meyers, Abraham, Meyers, Edwin K., Metzgar, Charles E., Meyers, Samuel W., Meals, E. S., Meese, J. W., Meals, Theodore S., Meredith, Eliza, Melick, John P., Meiley, George W., Metzgar, L. F., Mehring, J. C, Messimer, B. F., Miller, Mrs. F., Muench, William, Miller, David R., Miller, Jesse L., Miller, Albert, Mittin, John, Miller, Charles A,, Miller, Mrs. M. P., Miller, George F., Miller, John, Milleisen, L., Miller, Dr. Jacob A., Mitchell, Ehrman B., Middleton, William A., Mitchell, Horace B., Miller, Charles F., Jr., Miller, Charles F., Miller, Samuel C, Miller, J. Peter., Miller, R. J., Miller, Benjamin K., Miller, John R., Miller, John, Miller, Edwin S., Miller, Harry, Miller, John, Millhouse, Mrs. A., Morrow, Herbert, Morrison, Alexander, Montgomery, Joseph, Moore, Brooke, Morganthaler, Christian, Montgomery, Mrs. L. A., Morley, Winfield S., Moyer, Isaac, Contributors to Centennial Fund. 95 Montgomery, James B., Morley, Mrs. Fanny H., Moeslein, Edward, Mumma, David, Murphy, Samuel E., Musgrove, Alice, Muencb, Isaac S., Myers, William, Myers, Mrs. Helen M., Nalen, James, Neely, J. M., Neidig, James, Neely, William F., Neidig, Jacob, Neff, Jacob, Nead, Benjamin M., Nise, W. H., Nickolas, Theodore J., Nipley, George, Nutt, John C, O'Connor, Mrs. Dr., Ogelsby, J. J., Ogelsby, George A., Olmsted, MarlinE., Omit, Henry, Orth, J. Fred., Orth, Henry €., Orsinger, Vincent, Oves, Abraham, Oyster, S. W., Pancake, George, Pass, H. O., Parsons, George W., Pattison, Governor Robert E., Paganilli, Lewis, Peters, William, Peters & Son, Pearson, Hon. John J., Peters, Mrs. Benjamin S., Pearson, Miss Carrie, Pearson, Miss Ella, Pearson, William, Pennell, John A., Perry, Daniel W., Peters, John D., Phillips, Lewis O., Pfuhl, Rev. John G., Plack, William, Potts, Howard D., Poole, Washington I., Potts, Milton G., Powell, W. L. & Co., Potts, Lewis, Pritchard, Mrs., Pye, Joseph N., Pyper, William, Quast, A., Quigley, J. X., Raysor, Michael F., Ray, Mrs. Susan B., Rahter, Dr. Charles A., Reel, Peter, Reed & May, Reed, George, Reed, George E., Reinhard, J. Albeit, Reel, Adam, Reese, Isaiah, Reese, John, Reeser, Richard, Reed, Samuel B., Reily, Dr. George W., Reuwer, Henry, Rhoads, Mrs., Rhoads, Daniel H., Rhine, Edward M., Rhoads, P., Rineer, John, Rice, George H., Ritner, Thomas M., 96 CcnfeiHirj/ Memorial. Ripper, Mrs. C, Ripper, Jolin P., Rice, Rev. A. H., Ringland, Mrs. A., Riley, Harry M., Riegle, Hanson S., Rohrer, Martin, Romich, Henry, Raucli, Edward C, Rodearmel, William, Rockafellar, Thomas B., Ross, Joseph D., Roberts, Alexander, Roop, Dr. J. Warren, Rohrer & Morrow, Rock, Mary, Roumfort, Charles K., Roe, Francis M., Rohrer, John F., Russ, Patrick, Russ, James, Rudy, C. L., Rutherford, Mrs. E. R., Rutherford, William S., Russ, Narcissus, Rumpf, Charles C, Reighard, Isaac, Runk, DeWitt C, Ryan, William, Santo, Martin M., Sayford, William, Sample, Mrs. Ellen, Sample, G., Santo, Jacob H., Sayford, Joseph, Schaeffer, L. J., Schriver, Cornelius C, Schmidt, John, Schermerhorn, John R., Scott, Mr,, Schlayer, W. Harry, Schlayer, Andrew, Schefifer, B. Frank, Schlayer, Jacob F., Schmidt, John, Schlosser, John W., Schutzenbach, H., Schuddemage, Henry, Schmidt, Joseph, Sellers, John R., Sensenmayer, J., Segelbaum, Levi, Segelbaum, Charles S., Senseman, Alfred J., Seller, Jacob F., Seller, William, Seitz, Dr. John L., Seabold, Samuel, Seller, Dr. John P., Seabourn, Washington, Seaman, Henry G , • Shue, Dr. John R., Shearer, J, L., Sheahan, Malachi, Sherk, David L., Shellenberger, L., Shoemaker, Samuel W., Sharp, Jacob, Shearer, Aquilla B., Shearer, John W., Shanahan, Rt. Rev. J. F., Sheafifer, Mrs., Shaffer, William S., Shoemaker, John P., Sheesley, William, Sheesley, Daniel, Sheesley, George, Sheesley, Mrs. Daniel, Shipley, George W., .Shannon, J. Filmore, Contributors to Chitoudal Fund. 97 Sheesley, Samuel, Short, Charles, Shindler, Louis B., Shellenberger, Augustus R., Shellenberger, Edwin D., Shoemaker & Holbert, Shisler, Josephus, Shiffler, John, Shattuck, Charles, Shopp, J. H., Shelly, J. F., Sharp, Mrs. E. G., Shunk, Mrs. William F., Shanklin, John, Shoemaker, W. H., Silvius, John R., Simon, John B., Simonton, Hon. John W., Sible, John S., Simons, David, Sr., Sible, William H., Slentz, James A., Sloan Bros., , Sloan, J. A., Smith, J., Smith, Henry, Smith & Keffer, Smith, W. H., .Small, Charles H., Smith, George, Smith, Mrs. T. Rockhill, SmuU, William P., Smith, Mrs. William D., Smith. Samuel R., Smith, David A., Smith, John W., Smith, Joseph, Snodgrass, Robert, Snavely, George, Snyder, Eugene, Snyder, Mrs. Snyder, P. C, Sellers, William T., Sollers, Charles, Sourbeer, Henry, Jr., Sourbeer, Henry S., Spahr, J., Spicer, John H., Speel, Alexander R., Sprenkel, Petter K., Spicer, W. I., Spahr, John H.. Sponsler, Joseph A., Strouse Bros., Stern, Louis, Stern, Emanuel, Strouse, Joseph, Stine, George W,, Studebaker, Clement, Stoose, John C, Stiner, Charles, Stewart, Mrs., Sturgeon, Mrs. Susanna, Stahl, John A., Stott, John E., Stackpole, Edward H. H. Stormfeltz, Henry E., Stroh, H. C, Stormfeltz, John W., Steever, A. M., Stoey, Washington L., Stewart, C, Stoey, John R., Steel, Mrs. Frank, Stenner, Mrs. S. C, Stouffer, D. H., Stoufifer, H. H., Starr, Hiram, Steckley, Michael, Stevens, Dr. John D., 98 Centenary Memorial. Stinson, Mrs. Samuel, Stephens, William, Stewart, John M., Stoner, Mrs., Stanton. Mrs.. Strohm, S. W., Stutsman, John, Stoner, A. H., Stine, J. W., Sullivan, P. M., Suydam, Eugene W., SuUenberger, Mrs., Swartz, Dr. J. Ross, Swope, A. Carl, Swab, Philip C, Swartz, George C. B., Swartz, Abraham, Swivel, H., Taylor, Mars C, Tack, Albert B., Templar, James E., Tuepser, Adolph P., Techmeyer, H. W., Thorley, Thomas A., Thomas, Joseph H., Thompson, James B., Tilghman, David H., Tilghman, John, Tippett, David L., Tippett, Robert Sons, Toomey, Cornelius, Toomey, John, Tomlinson, Isaac R., Todd, Ira, Trace, Mrs. Frederick, Trewick, Walter L., Trostle, Israel S., Trippstein, George, Tucker, Edward A., Uhler, Jeremiah, Uhler, Henry, Updegrove, Mrs., Uhler Brothers, Umberger, B. F., Ulmer, William, Urnberger, H. L., Vallerchamp, John, Vaughn, Robert, Vanzandt, Harry M., VanCamp, William L., Vandling, John S., Vonstatten, John, Wallower, Elias Z., Wagner, Edward L., Walmer, Noah A., Walker, Thomas, Wallace, Thomas L., Wagner, Ferdinand F., Wagner, Frederick, Walters, Jacob, Walter, Henry, Walters, William, Warden, John, Wharton, Mrs., Wagner, Samuel, Walters, H. B., Warden, H. M., Warner, John, Walters Brothers, Weaver, Richard H., Weikle, R. G., Welzel, Frederick L., Weinman, Jacob, West, Joseph R., Wehmeier, Emil, Wechter, Hervey L., Wells, James B., Werner, Augustus F., Weisman, John, Weaver, C, Contributors to Ceutenidal Fund. 99 Weaver .S: Hubley, Westbrook, Cherrick, Jr., Weills, Dr. W. M. L., Weimer, J. T., Weigner, Henry, Weitmyer, J. H., Wells, Joseph E., Weidling, H. C, Weaver, Frederick, Weaver, Levi A., Whitman, John, Whisler & Kline, Whitman, Mrs. George, Wilhelm, Jacob, Wilson, David, Wierman, Thomas T., Jr., Witman, Dr. Henry O., Wiestling, Samuel C, Wilhelm, Charles A., Winters, Thomas J., Wiestling, Joshua M., Wildman, Augustus, Winters, John, Wickert, Amos, Wierman, Thomas T. Wilson, Albert, Woolworth & Ilasslet Woodward, L. B., Woods, Thomas A., Buffington, Daniel, Beisel, Frank, Bowman, C. T., Ferrier, F. P., Heminger, S., Englebert, A. F., Heilra, Milt, Wohlfarth, Leopold, Wolford, George W., \Vollerton, Harry, Wollerton, Charles, Wolz, Herman J., Wolz, M., Wright, William Wesley, Wright, James, Wyeth, Francis, Wykoff, William, Weidler, Mrs. Anna E., Yeagley, Edwin M., Yingst, Frederick W., Young, Mrs., Young, Joseph, Young, L., Young, Rev. Jesse Bowman, York, Henry, Yount, Charles E., Yost, Zachariah, Zeil, Herman R., Ziegler, Richard B., Zeigenthaler, Mrs., Ziegler, John H., Zimmerman, Luther R., Zimmerman, Mrs., Zollinger & Kline, Zollinger, Samuel W., Zollinger, Warren A. LYKENS TOWNSHIP. Hofiman, J. W., Hess, Charles, Kessler, Reuben, Kebach, Henry, Kissinger, Jacob, WICONISCO TOWNSHIP. Keen, H. Clay, Neiffer, Lewis M., Schofield, E. Lane. Sr., 100 Cmiaiarj/ Memorial. HUMMELSTOWN. Baker, Dr. W. C, Balsbaugh, Jere., Balsbaugh, H. L., Bear, S. M., Bear, A. J., Blessing, F. D., Burkliolder, M. K., Cassel, D. B., Clark, Dr. Charles, Dasher, J. P., Earnest, Napoleon, Fox, Dr. Thomas G., Fox, George, Gerberich, H. T., Greenawalt, Samuel H., Grove, G. H., Greaff, M. F., Hofifer, E. M., Hoverter & Co., Hoffman, Mrs. Joseph F., Holler, Charles, Hummel & Son, R. T., Hummel, Adaline, Albin, James, Bomgardner, J. L., Bowman, H. E., Brubaker, W. L., Dreibelbis, J. W , Freck, Roland, ■Gilbert J. S., Gilbert, H. L., Heckert, J. H., Hillier, William, High, S. B., Holtzman, D. R., Hoffman, I. W., Jury, B. W., Hummel, David, Hummel, F. L., Hummel, Christian, Hummel, H. J., Hummel, Luther, Landis, Hiram, McCurdy, E. E., Nissley, John J., Remsberger, J. M., Shope, Dr. Jacob, Shreiner, W. H., Shope, E. M., Shaffner, F., Shope, Peter, Siple, W. H., Smith, F., Spidle, F., Spidle, John G., Strickler, J. F., Strickler, A., Ulrich, William H., Walton, Allen, Walmer & Fox. MILLERSBURG. Kahler, J. H., Kerchner, J. B., Kline, George W., Knouff, Frank L., Lincoln, J. H., Martz, J. C, Matteer, John, McNeal, R., Miller, Levi, Moyer, R. E., Penrose, John W., Penrose, C. H., Seal, Hon. John B., Steever, E. W., Omfributors to Centennial Fund. 101 JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP. Bowerraan, G. W., Shope, R. G., Biiffington, Henry, Slieetz, John, Etzweiler, D. M., Smith, Michael, Etzweiler, Michael, Snyder, Clinton, McLaughlin, Alexander, Swigert, Emanuel, Runnel, Daniel, Zimmerman, A. D., SWATARA Basley, William, Banlitz, Jonas, Bare, Joseph, Battles, Joseph, Brent, Moses, Crumble,'John, Cumbler, G. W., Fetrow, S. C, Fishburn, John, Foorman, Edward, France, Smith, Grasman, Henry, Herr, Newton, Horn, Adawort, Martin, John, McCreary, Joseph, Mitta, Martin, Naugle, Thomas, Cumbler, I. H., Fortenbaugh, Abram, Freeburn, J. M., Landis, J. B., Lodge, William, Loomis, Alfred S., Bixler, Cornelius, Bowman, John F., Enders, George D., TOWNSHIP— SECOND PRECINCT. Poorman, John, Rigs, John W., Rink, Ferdinand, Rink, Michael, Rupp, David, Seiders, F. B., Seward, John, Seace, John H., Seiders, Emanuel, Shafer, John, Shipley, George, Shafner, F. C, Simpson, Aaron, Smith, Charles, Swoveland, Henry, Whitman, James, Wolf, Duncan, Wright, Irvin, HALIFAX BOROUGH. Lyter, Isaac, Rouch, Jesse, Ryan, Charles W., Shammo, B. A., Zimmerman, C. C, Kline, William. JACKSON TOWNSHIP. Erb, Peter, Miller, James, Naus, Dr. R. P., Snyder, Josiah. 102 <. 'cntcn ary Mem oria I. Bergstresser, E. L., Blum & Delaney, Brubaker, G. B., Brallier & Co., Bueck, H., Deibler, E. W., Durbin, J. C, Eby, B. F., Fenn, \V. H., Feindt, H., Forster, J. Frank, Garman, J., Gemberling, D. R., Griesbam, William, Hensel, W., Huhn & Miller. Joseps, H. H., Koeher, W. S., Kuntzelman, A., Lebo, Edward, LVKENS BOROUGH. Leum, Samuel, LeFinn, Samuel, Ludes, John, Matter, J. L., Matter & Fear, Marks, L., Marten, D., Myers, Dr. H. K., Sanner, E. A., Smith, W. H., Snyder, H. W., Stanley, A. G., Thompson, Alexander F. Trout, Jacob, Vogle, Mrs. Warner, John, Weller, George, Winters, W. J., Wolcott, Charles, W , J. B., YounCT AV. S. WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP. Smith, Hiram, Weaver, Frederick, Ziegler, Lewis H. WAYNE TOWNSHIP. Hoffman, John, Sponsler, Amos, Swigard, C, Warner, John. SUSQUEHANNA TOWNSHIP— NORTH PRECINCT. Ott, Leander, N., Ott, Fred M. BERRYSBURG BOROUGH. Lenker, Valentine. MIDDLE PAXTANG TOWNSHIP. Heck, Dr. Lewis H. Lyler, Peter B., Miller, James, Etrider, Samuel, Etzwiler, John, Fowler, Frederick, Contributors to Cciitciinial Fvnd. lo:! Armbruster, F., Carl, J. R., Challinger, D., CoUer, Jacob, Curtis, C, Day, R. W , Falk, R. G., Fitch, T. B., Frank, William, Griffiths, John, Haskins, J. P., Hess, Solomon, Lebo, Amos, WILLIAMS TOWNSHIP. Matter, G. F., Miller, E. H.,. Miehan, John Park, J. W., Powell, George, Rank, H. Reisig, Valentine, Rickert, C. M., Stroup, J. N., Thomas, Robert, Thompson, Robert, Welsh, J. B., Willson, E. H., 104 Centenary Memorial. l^HE GENERAL FUND. Statement of the receipts and expenditures of T. D. Greenawalt, Treasurer of the Dauphin County Centennial. Debtor — T. D. Greenawalt, Treasurer Dauphin County Centennial September, 1885. Cash received, individual contributions .... . . ^402 75 Cash received, committee contributions . . 3,33' 75 Cash appropriated by Councils . $100 00 Cash 324 medals sold . . . 65 20 Cash S. W. Fleming, account, medals . 260 30 425 50 Total receipts . . Credit, September, 1885, orders numbered as follows: 1. Frank R. Leib, chairman Military Day 2. Peter L. Krider, disc of medal 3. A. B. Hamilton, postage, etc . 4. A. B. Hamilton, postage stamps 5. Wilson Elder, services to Finance Committee 6. M. W. McAlarney, engraving and printing 7. S. W. Fleming, stationery . 8. C. O. Zimmerman, rent . 6. C. M. Bowman, Lebanon, advertising 10. Peter L. Krider, 930 medals . . 11. A. B. Hamilton, expressage . 12. Frank R. Leib, chairman Military Day . . 13. S. A. Hummel, treasurer Lidustrial Day 14. Patriot Publishing Company, printing . . , 15. Worth & Reincehl, Lebanon, advertising . . 16. W. R. Hendricks, Hummelstown, adv., 50c.. . . [not 17. C. M. Bowman, Lebanon, advertising 18. D. Mumma, Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies , 19. F. R. Leib, Committee on Military Day ^4,160 00 Jioo 00 75 00 20 GO 30 00 45 00 70 10 17 45 20 00 3 00 93 00 16 75 500 00 500 00 50 00 2 00 )t presented] 5 00 250 00 400 00 The (Jcncral Fnnd. 105 20. S. A. Hummel, treasurer Industrial Day 300 00 21. J. Brisbin Boyd, Committee on Salutes . 62 oo- 22. Peter L. Krider, for medals . . , . 167 30' 23. William K. Alricks, treasurer Firemen's Union . 500 00 24. George A. Gross, rent of office 25 oo 25. W. W. Jennings, Finance Committee ; . . . . too 00 26. J. M. Neely, hauling. . . 42 75 27. General Secretary, express and telegrams . . 15 ^7 28. S. W. Fleming, stationery. , 2 73 29. George TruUinger & Co., lumber . . i68 90 30. D. D. Boas' Estate, lumber . . 4 50 31. Dr. Thomas G. Fo.x. express . i 00 32. Wilson Elder, clerical services ... 45 00 33. J. R. Orwig, clerical services ... 25 00 54. William Roberts, services at ofBce ... . 10 00 35. J. F. Rohrer, balance rent on Shakespeare . . 162 00 36. John I. Beggs, for electric light ... 160 50 37. Peter L. Krider, silver medals . . . 100 00 38. James M. Lamberton, treasurer Dauphin County His- torical Society, balance. 5 40 Attest : George J. Shoemaker, Centennial Auditor. March II, 1886. ,i5o oo militaj;y .salutes. SEPTEMBER 14, 15, 16 AND 17, ISSo. COMMITTEE. J. Brisbin Boyd, Chairman. Simon Duey, William Pearson, Charles A. Wilhelm, George H. Houser, John E. Patterson, Joseph V. Einstein. Resolved, That a committee of seven be appointed, charged with the superintendence of salutes of thirteen guns each at the hour of si.x o'clock A. M., to wit : On Monday September 14, at Herr and Fifteenth streets; on Tuesday September 15, at Crescent and Kiltatinny streets; on Wednesday September 16, at Herr and Fifteenth streets, and on Thursda}' September 17, at Crescent and Kittatinny streets. — Proceed- '^7igs of General Covwiiftee August /./, i8Sj. RELIGIOUS CELEBRATION. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, COMMITTEE. James McCormick, Chairman. Gilbert M. McCauley, E. W. S. Parthemore, Secretary ^ Henry A. Kelker, Daniel Eppley, John J. Clyde, John C. Forney, Levi B. Alricks, James Brady. t'IRCULAR TO TliE OFFICIATINd CLERCIY OF THE COUNTY OF DAUPHIN. Harrtsburg, July 4, 1885. Dear Sir : We have been appointed a committee to confer with and invite the co-operation of the Clergy of all the Congregations or Churches in the County of Dauphin, in the celebration of the One Hundredth Anniversary of the erection of the County and the founding of the City of Harrisburg, and we request you to deliver a commemo- rative Sermon, or Discourse, on Sunday, the 13TH OF Septem- ber, 1885, and forward a copy thereof to our Secrtary, to be deposited for preservation Avith the Dauphin County Historical Society. Yours Respectfully, James McCormick, Chairman. Gilbert M. McCauley, Daniel Eppley, Henry A. Kelker, John C. Forney, John J. Clyde, James Brady, Levi B. Alricks, E. W. S. Parthemore, Secretary, CommrniO'Vdflir DiiicoiirncK. !()'•> COMMEMORATIVE DISC^OURSES. No brighter autumn Sabbath ever dawned than that of the 13th of September, 1885. It was tlie opening of the Centenirial celebration, and in the his- tory of the town and county never was the attend- ance on rehgious service so universally large. It augured well for the week-day ceremonies to follow. Every one felt that under the pi-otection of Divine Providence we had greatly prospered as a people- The pastors of the city preaclied commemorative ser- mons — while interesting services suitable to the occa- .sion were also held in the various Sunday schools. The pulpit of St. Stephen's P. Episcopal church was filled by the only surviving grandson of John Harris, Rev. William A. Harris, rector emeritus of Washington, D. C. Mr. Harris' sermon was an ex- cellent one, the text being "The path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day," Proverbs iv:18. The reverend gentleman, although advanced in years, spoke with a full, rich, clear voice, and to the large multitude of people gathered to hear him his sermon was instruc- tive, interesting and pleasing. The services of the First Free Baptist church, ■corner State and Fourth streets, were conducted by Rev. James Calder, D. D., the pastor. Dr. Calder is probably about the only one of the city ministers who is a native of the count3^ He spoke of the s 110 Centenary Memorial. characteristics, manners and motives as well as ex- perienct's of the early settlers, and was entertaining and instructive throughout his entire sermon. The services at "W^estmiuster Presbyterian church ■were uniisuallj' interesting. Rev. ^^"illiam A. AW'st sermons were excellent and the large congregations were deeply interested. He spoke of the early efforts of the churches and their steady growth. He re- ferred to the manufactories of our city, to our county almshouse, our hospital, our Home for the Friendless and Industrial Home and to the Y. M. C. A. as indi- cations of progress. In the evening his discourse was from Isaiah iv : IS, "Remember ye not the former things neither consider the things of old. " Rev. B. C. Connei-, of the Ridge Avenue Methodist church, preached an eloquent sermon in the morning to a large concourse of people. He spoke at length concerning the advancement of the freedmen in this country, and drew pleasing comparisons between their condition of to-day and that of one hundred years ago. Rev. George W. Snyder, at the Second Reformed church, preached an historical sermon in the morn- ing, giving a general history of the organization of the churches of the various denominations in the city and county, and a special history of the Second Reformed church, of which he is pastor. He stated that the Reformed Church was second in date of or- ganization in the county, but first in this citJ^ His text was from Hebrews x : 32, " But call to remem- brance the former days. " The Centennial services at the Chestnut Street Sa- lem Reformed church were conducted by the pastor Commemorative Discourses. Ill Rev. W. H. H. .Snyder, who made a short, pithy and interesting address. He was followed by Mr. Ru- dolph F. Kelker, who spoke at some length on the early history of the church. J. M. Wiestling and G. Z. Kunkel spoke of personal remembrances of the past history of the congregation. There was a very large attendance at the Nagle Street Church of God to hear Rev. Jesse Bergstresser discourse from II. Kings, ii : 19, "The situation of this city is pleasant. " The city referred to in the text meaning Jericho, which is located on the Jordan near the Dead Sea. In conclusion the speaker said : " The situation of Harrisburg is pleasant. When we survey the lofty scenery of nature and gaze upon her sunlit prospects in which every object is adorned with beauty, and hear the sweetest melodies wafted on the breeze, we exclaim : ' Truly our heritage is a good one.'" Probably the most elaborate celebration of the day was at the Memorial Lutheran church, on Allison's Hill. The programme consisted of music and re- sponsive reading of Scripture. Rev. J. R. Dimm, D. D., in the absence of the pastor, Rev. Mr. Dasher, preached an able sermon. In the afternoon there was more responsive reading and several addresses. Rev. Leroy F. Baker, rector of St. Paul's Episcopal church preached two sermons touching on the Cen- tennial. He referred to the many incidents in the early history of this county, the adversities that the first settlers encountered, their struggles with the ever-treacherous red man, the gradual, but perma- nent advances made, and compared the present with 112 i'cnfriinnj Memnrial. the past. Sucli history, he said, was full of its use- ful lessons and we musi give especial thanks to a good God for the privileges now enjoyed. Rev Baker's sermons were carefully prepared and proved very interesting to the large congregations. Rev. D. \y. Protfit, of the Memorial U. B. church, Boas street, preached a Centennial sermon this day in which were illustrated many beantiful compari- sons between living in the age of civilization and that of heathendom: "It is the Centennial or one hundredth anniversary of this County, and we, as citizens, may without reproach congratulate our chil- dren ui)on the dawn of this ( 'entennial year. The Rev. M. J. ^IcBride, at the Pro-Cathedral, spoke of the anniversary in fitting terms, contrasting the bountiful blessings we enjoy with the dangers and struggles, and self-denial of our ancestors. Rev. J. H. Shively, of Carlisle, in the absence of Rev. Mr. Young, filled the pulj^it of Crraee ^lethodist church both morning and evening to larger au- diences than have been seen in that edifice for some time. He alluded in pleasing terms to the Centenary of the county, and how thankful we ought to be to God for his blessings to us as a community. The Centennial sermon in the Trinity Evangelical church, Dauphin, by Rev. D. W Bicksler, was listened to by a large audience. His text was from I Samuel vii: I'l. Piev. M. P. Hocker, of the Lutheran church, Steel- ton, preached from the text found in Zachariah i : o — "Your fathers, where are they?" Rev. Z. A. A^'eidler, pastor of the U. B. church, at Commemorative JJhconraei^. ll'S Highspire, preached his C'eiitenuial sermon from Hebrews xii: 1, " \\lierefore seeing we also are com- passed about with so great a cloud of witnesses.'' The services were largely attended. At the Steelton U. B. Church, the subject taken by Rev. J. B. Hutchinson, the pastor, "A walk about Zion,"from Psalms, xviii:12, 13, "Walk about Zion, and go around about her, tell the towers thereof, mark ye well her bulwarks, consider her palaces, that ye may tell it to the generations following." The speaker said of the 140 churches in Dauphin county, twenty-six were United Brethi'cn. At Trinity Protestant Episcopal church, Steelton, Rev. Stoddard delivered a telling sermon, on a text taken from Matthew, 26th chapter and 8th verse. His closing words were as follows : In the events of this week, in the display made, and in the time and means employed, it would be strange if some did not say "to what purpose is this waste." But it will not seem a waste to those who realize what the object is. Self-sacrifice always gains res})ect. The sturdy pio- neers who reared cabins and stockades; who had to fight wild beasts and contend against savages in human form deserve to be remembered. In travel- ing through a country however beautiful the scenery, it leaves far more impression upon the mind if con- nected with some historical event. The event about to be commemorated throws an additional charm about that old mulberry tree and the single grave beside it. There is nothing out of place in crowning that old tree with ivy or in filling the enclosure, in which it stands, and in decking the grave of him, 114 (Jentenartj Mnnoriul. who was once bound to it, witli flowers. It tells the story of self-sacrifice at an early clay, and yet, it tells more than this. It serves to refute the saying that "the only good Indian is a dead one." When a roving fiend, maddened by rum, bound the first set- tler to this tree, intending to burn him to death, he was saved by the .Shawanese at the risk of their own li\'es, who held him in high esteem. What wonder then, when about to die, he made a request to be buried under the shade of that mulberry tree ! Xo monument, however costly, can outlive the scene where a noble deed is done. So the pioneer believed ; so those who came after him have shown by the costly manner in which the tree is protected. And so we Avill find if we are willing to work for some good cause. The eyes of the world may not be upon us. But what did the Saviour say of Mary's deed ? "I tell you throughout the whole world this shall be told for a memorial of her.'' If j^our actions are similar the reward will be the same. It is probable that from every pulpit throughout the county of Dauphin, were heard similar acknowl- edgements to the Divine Ruler for all spiritual and temporal blessings which we have enjoyed as citizens of a prosperous city and thrifty county. In this connection wc have deemed it proper to preserve the list of the clergy within the limits of the county who so cordially entered with the spirit of the hour and the occasion. Their names follow, with their denomination and post-office address; Baptist. Rev. James Calder, D. D., Harrisburg. Commemorative Disco u rfics. 115 Presbyterian. Rev. William A. West, Harrisburg. Rev. George B. Stevifart, Harrisburg. Rev. George S. Chambers, Harrisburg. Rev. Francis M. Baker, Dauphin. [The churches at Middletown, Steelton, Paxtang, Derry and Seventh street, Harrisburg, were without regular pastors.] Lutheran. Rev. A. H. Studebaker, Harrisburg. Rev. H. S. Cook, Harrisburg. Rev. Solomon Dasher, Harrisburg. Rev. J. G. Pfuhl, Harrisburg. Rev. John G. Abele, Harrisburg. Rev. C. K. Drumheller, Pillow. Rev. J. Fishburn, Millersbiirg. Rev. M. L. Heisler, Lykens. Rev. M. V. Shadow, Fisherville. Rev. H. A. Letterman, Dauphin. Rev. M. P. Hocker, SteeUon. Rev. H. C. PloUoway, Middletown, Rev. J. B. Crist, Hummelstown. Reformed. Rev. W. H. H. Snyder, Harrisburg. Rev. George W. Snyder, Harrisburg. Rev. John Kuelling, D. D., Harrisburg. Rev. Albert S. Stauffer, Hummelstown. Rev. Jacob B. Kerschner, Millersburg. Rev. William G. Engle, Pillow, Rev. Samuel Kuhn, Elizabethville. Protestant Episcofal. Rev. Robert J. Keeling, D. D,, Harrisburg. Rev. LeRoy F. Baker, Harrisburg. Rev. Henry C. Pastorius, Lykeus. Rev. James Stoddard, Steelton. Roman Catholic. Rt. Rev. J. F. Shanahan, D. D., Bishop, Harrisburg. Rev. C. A. Koppernagel, Harrisburg. Rev. M. J. McBride, Harrisburg. Rev. M. A. O'Neil, Lykens. Rev. J. F. Foine, Middletown. 116 Criifoiirrji MrnioriaJ. iXkthodist Episcopal. Rev. Jesse B. Young, Harrisburg. Rev. B. G. Conner, Harrisburg. Rev. William H. Keith, Harrisburg. Rev. J. Patton iVIoore, Harrisburg. Rev. Horace Jacobs, Harrisbuig. Rev. Morris Graves, Middletosvn. Rev. George Alcorn, Hummelslown. Rev. G. A. Wolfe, Steelton. Rev. William Powick, Dauphin. Rev. William Redheffer, Halifax. Rev. E. C. Yerkes, Milleisburg. Rev. William Furgeson, Wiconisco. Rev. John O'Neill, WilUamstown. Church of God. Rev. Carlton Price, Harrisburg. Rev. J. Bergstresser, Harrisburg. Rev. M. M. Foose, Harrisburg. Rev. J. Jones (colored), Harrisburg. Rev. S. C. Stonesifer, Hummelstown. Rev. J. B. Lockwood, Middletown. Rev. C. Kahler, Rockville. Rev. Thomas Still, Steelton. Rev. J. M. Wagner, Malifa.x. Rev. F. G. Widenhammer, Highspire. Rev. H. E. Reever, Linglestown. Evangelical. Rev. Samuel S. Chubb, Harrisburg. Rev. D. W. Bicksler, Dauphin. Rev. G. B. Fisher, Berrysburg. Rev. D. A. Medlar, Millersburg. Rev. B. J. Smoyer, Millersburg. Rev. J. S. Overhol/.er, Lykens. Rev. G. D. Sweigart, WilUamstown. Rev. C. J. Warmkessel, Pillow. .Mcntionite. Rev. John Erb, Harrisburg. Rev. Henry Shope, Middletown. Rev. John Stouffer, Bachmansville. Rev. Menno Hershey, Hockersville. Commemorative Discourses. 117 United Brethren. Rev. D. W. Proffitt, Harrisburg. Rev. A. H. Rice, Harrisburg. Rev. C. W. Hartzler, Harrisburg. Rev. J. D. Killian, Hummelstovvn. Rev. G. W. Lightner, Halifax. Rev. J. B. Hutchinson, Steelton. Rev. Z. A. Weidler, Higlispire. Rev. W. H. Wagner, Micldletown. Rev. P. L. Haines, Derry. Rev. Ephraim Liglit, Swatara. Rev. J. Runk, Grantville. Rev. J. Von Neicla,"Lykers. Dunkard — River Brethren. Rev. Matthias Brinser, Midclletovvn. Rev. Solomon Brinser, Micldletown. Rev. Samuel Kieffer, Middletown. Rev. Joseph Nissley, Humraelstown. Rev. Daniel Kieffer, Union Deposit. Dunkard — Old Brethren. Rev. Adam Shope, Union Deposit. Rev, David Smith, Union Deposit. Rev. David Etter, Union Deposit. Rev. John Witmer, Union Deposit. Rev. William Hartsler, Elizabethtown. Rev. Samuel Behm, Hummelstown. Rev. D. Stroub, Elizabethville. Rev. John Kuhn, Hockersville. African M. K. and other Colored Churches. Rev. Wallace Jackson, Harrisburg. Rev. B. S. Jones, Harrisburg. Rev. Horace R. Phoenix, Plarrisburg. Rev. Theodore Gould, Harrisburg. Rev. Charles W. W. Frazier, Harrisburg. THE FIRST DAY. Monday, September 14, 1885. COMMITTEE. David Mumma, EHRMAN B. MlTHELL, Henry L. Harris, George Kunkel, H. Murray Graydon', Chairman Alfred E. Eyster, John P. Keller, W. Franklin Rutheri-ord, Hugh Hamilton. pr()(h;a]\ime. At 9 A. M. — Assenilila.uo of school children at Harris Park. AT THE COURT HOUSK, II A. M. Music. Prayer t Rev. William A. Harris, D. D. Introductory Address . . Hon. David Mumma. Music. Addresses : Robert E. Pattison, Governor; Hon. John W.Simonton, President Judge ; S. Cameron Wilson, Esq., Mayor. Music. Five Minute Addresses by Old Citizens. Music. AT THE COURT HOUSE, 7:30 P. M. Hon. Simon Cameron, CJiainnan. Music . . Chorus. Historical Address . . Hon. John B. McPherson. Music . . . Chorus. Centennial Poem . . Dr. Charles C. Bombaugh. Music . . . Chorus. Mr. Leonard H. Kinnard, Musical Conihictor. " S> — MONDAY SEPTEMBER 14™ : -1 (^iixiiiJiii^:ai]i[Xia^ OLD COURT HOUSE. NEW COURT HOUSE. TJic Flri^t Dai/. V21 THE CHILDREN'S DAY. The wild Indian who over a century ago stood on the mountains near where Reen seen in Harrisburg. All Monday the work of decorating was going on, and by Tuesday morning the supply of bunting was exhausted, while the town was covered with a gaily striped uniform. The period toward which expectancy had for I'i4 ('cidciKinj MniKiridl. wci'ks turned her eager gaze in pleasureable antici- ])ation — the day lor Avhieli tlie people of Dauphin county and tlieir ('apital City had long l)een looking — the opening day of Centennial ■week — 'was ushered in amid the booming of cannon, and as the echo of this, the initial sound of rejoicing, swept back across the city from the cliH's of the Cumberland shore of the river, the people, roused from their dreams of the coming festivities, arose to a realization of their an- ticipations: the Centennial had liegun. Amid the booming of the guns, pulsating on the early morning air like the heart-strokes of nature, the bustle of pre- }>aration for the great event was renewed, and soon the busy hum in the streets told of the energies and activities of a community which that day would begin the first year of a new century of life. The sun burst forth in glory, giving auspicious promise of nature's benediction on the event, and thus an- nounced — the roar of the rejoicing gun, followed by the smiling "god of day" — the C'entennial pieriod was ushured in. Soon the liells of the city took up the glad refrain,, and from the many to^vers and steeples the brazen- throated heralds clanged out their rejoicings. Prom])t to the hour of nine they began their joyous clamor, and for full fifteen minutes the air was Vjurdened with such a medley of sounds as caused the very earth to quake and the tympanum to ring with the second emphatic reminder that the joyous time had come. Ere the la.st sound of the song of the bells had died away the city, full clad, well fed, with joy in its great heart, had entered on the enjoyment of The. First Day. 125 the pleasures of Centennial week, a week which will ever be remembered by the present generation as "red-letter days" in the history of the city and county. IN HAEKIS PARK. The school children took possession of Harrisburg ■on Monday. It was their day, and when they can't ha^•^> a great, large time it is very cold. It was just the reverse when they began to gather at their school houses in the morning — it was hot. B}' iS:!."), in re- sponse to the request of the committee, the children assembled at their respective rooms and ^vere formed in line for marching to Harris Park, where the Cen- tennial exercises were to begin. It was the subject •of considerable unfavorable comment that a great many teachers absented themselves and refused to take part in the proceedings. This did not set back the small boy and girl. They were there to parade, and they did. They came from the highways and by-ways, from streets and avenues. The}' were of all sorts, sizes and conditions and colors. There wei'e children of all nationalities — from the fresh-looking^ sturdy thoroughbred American through the gamut of English, French, Swede, Irish, Italian, Cierman and every other countiy. The boy whose father can count his money by the thousands marclied linked arms with the lad whose father works for ninety cents a day as a laborer. And tliey both wore the American flag on their Ijosoms. The little colored boy bore aloft his flag and marched ^\'ith the same saucy, independent step as his whiter school-fellow. And he cheered just as loud. Each school marched to the Chestnut street school 126 Centenary Memorial. bouse and received a banner. As Ibey passed tlirougli tbe streets tbey began to cheer, and they kej)t it up right straight along. The boy who carried tlie banner was the King Bee and envied by every other boy. l*]very girl who got a banner to carry voted it i)erfectly lovely, and her girl companions said she looked just too sweet for anything. The costumes of some of the children were A'ery appro- l)riate. They all wore flags — flags pinned on their hats, on their bosoms, waving in their hands; some boys wore entire uniforms of flag calico, some of them wore flags 2)inned all over them. The girls Avere all dressed in white, except some patriotic little ones who had entire dresses of flag stuff, and all wore sashes over their shoulder. One little tot marched as a Goddess of Liberty with a gilt crown, clad in red, white and blue, with her long hair streaming down her back. One little boy in old Continental costume, was very proud and seemed to be a i)et of the other boys. At the Cliestnut street school, also, twenty-fi"S'e children in ancient costumes, very quaint, clambered into a large wagon and took their seats on benches arranged on the vehicle. They represented an old-time school, and the school- master, ilr. John Alter, dressed in ancient costume, with a bunch of switches on the desk in front of him, looked very much as if it would be no trouble for him to flog son^e of his refractory pupils, who insisted upon getting up and cheering. As fast as the schools were svipplied "nath banners they marched to Harris Park where they gathered around the enclosure in which lie the remains of John Harris. Tlie First Day. 127 If old John Harris could have gotten up and took a look at the strange scone about him that morning, he would have been astonished at the sight. Thou- sands of children were grouped about the grave, and a livelier crowd was never seen. While the girls •were quiet and well-behaved for the most part, and contented themselves with waving their handker- chiefs, the boys held high carnival. They were true boys, and it was strange if they did not iiave a few fights. A newspaper reporter separated two boys who were at it hammer and tongs to the great delight of their school-fellews. Two boys banged each other over the head with flag sticks, and were parted ; but it was all in fun ! and so then and there over the grounds the lads had little battles, which lasted a fe^v minutes, and then the participants were good friends again. At 9:10 o'clock the sound of a band was heard and this was the signal for renewed cheering on the part of the scholars. Pretty soon Drum Major Tagg appeared in sight and back of him was an array of brass and blue uniforms brought up at the rear by a bass drum. It was the State Capital Band, which was met by ]\Iajor David Mumma and escorted to the fence around tlie park, where it took up a posi- tion overlooking the whole scene. At this interest- ing period, while the boys and girls were grouped, the photographer got his work in and caught a picture of the scene. At 9:15 Major David Mumma, Dr. Egle, Judge Hiester, Dr. Eombaugh, of Baltimore, A. E. Eyster, Dr. J. P. Keller, H. Murray Graydon, A. Boyd Ham- 128 Centenary Mcriiorial. iltoii, \y Frank liutluTford, J. S, Barnes, Howard D. Potts, William H. Smith and other prominent gent- lemen interested in tl:e jjroceedings took their posi- tions at the foot of tlie elevation below the band From the verandah of the old Harris mansion, now his own residence, General Simon Cameron and a large party of friends watched tlie proceedings with great interest. Every child was furnished with a programme on which was printed the song to be sung. Promptly at 9:"2r> Professor Chambers wa\-ed his gold cornet and the notes of the tune "Lil)ertv" floated on the air. Then Prof L. H. Kinnard Avaved his baton ■once, twice, thrice; and everybody sang as follows: "God bless oux- native land ! Firm may she ever stand, Through storms and night ; When the wild tempests rave. Ruler of wind and wave, Do thou our country save. By Thy great might." "For her our prayer shall rise To God above the skies ; On Him we wait. Thou who art ever nigh, Guarding with watchful eye, To Thee aloud we cry, God save the State." At the conclusion of the singing, which occupied but a short time there was a loud cheer and consid- erable applause. Immediately steps were taken to form the procession to march to Second and State ■streets. It was no easy matter. The children were massed, and the task of disentangling them -was The First Day. 129 stupendous. P'inally Chief Marshal Thomas and his efficient aids, with the assistance of what few teachers were present, succeeded in straightening out matters, and the procession marched out Washington avenue and up Second street in the following order : Plafoon of Policemen. • State Capital Band. Chief Marshal Finley I. Thomas, and J. Edwin Devoe and Wilson Snyder, Assistant Marshals. Hamilton street school. There were over 602 children in this repre- sentation, a large proportion being girls. Harris Park school, 550 boys and girls, in charge of Prof. S. P. Stambaugh, as marshal and Mr. John L. Bates, assistant marshal. Emaus Orphan Home, of Middletown, in charge of Mr. William A. Crull, the principal, and Mr. George A. Lauman, the tutor. The children were dressed, boys in gray and girls in drab. They bore a transparency inscribed : "Emaus Orphan Home, Middletown, Pa., Founded by George Frey, 1830. Pennsylvania avenue school, in charge of Miss Lyle George, 280 scholars. Lochiel school, in charge of Prof. W. E. Kirk, supervisory principal, and assistants, 225 pupils. Mt. Pleasant school, 350 children, in charge of Mr. J. C. Miller supervisory principal. Fager school, 132 scholars. Allison Hill school, in charge of supervisory principal, 164 children. Maclay street school, 60 pupils in charge of teacher. Verbeke street school, estimated 525 children in charge of supervisory principal and teacher. Lincoln school (colored). North street, W. H. Layton, principal, 60 scholars. Calder street school (colored), marshaled by Mr. Scott, 50 scholars. Paxtang school, Miss Kate Miller, principal, 70 scholars. Boas street school, 292 pupils in charge of the teachers. Chestnut street school, 120 pupils in charge of supervisory principa and pupils. DeWitt school, in charge of Messrs. Tomlinson and Lloyd, 103 children. 10 130 Centenary Memorial. Stevens school, Miss Stambaugh, supervisory principal, 90 children. Garfield school, in charge of Miss Jauss, 150 pupils. Reily street school, in charge of supervisory principal, L. H. Gause and three assistants, 350 pupils. Ayres school, 98 pupils in charge of Miss Minnie Shisler, principal. The Steelton schools were represented by about 57 pupils in charge of Mr. L. L. Palmer. * Recapitulation of Procession. Committeemen and others, . .... .... 45 Teachers and assistants, . . 97 Hamilton street, . . 602 Harris Park, . . . • • 556 Emaus Orphan school, Middletown, . .39 Pennsylvania avenue, .... ... . . 280 Lochiel building, ... 225 Mt. Pleasant building, . . , 350 Fager building, ' . . . . 132 Allison's Hill, . ... 164 Maclay street, 60 Verbeke street, . . . .... 525 Lincoln, building, colored, . . 60 Calder street, colored, .... . 50 Paxtang school, . 70 Boas street, ... . . Chestnut street, .... . . ... DeWitt building, . . .... Stevens' school, . Garfield school, . .... . . Reily street school, . . . . . Ayres school, . . . Steelton, School of the olden time, . ... 292 120 103 90 150 350 98 57 25 4542 Total, . Of course it was very difficult to count the children, as there was no regard, except in a few instances, paid to alignment and order. The girls, as a rule, marched better than the boys, although the Harris Park boys made a pretty appearance sixteen abreast The First Day. 131 marching up Second street. There wcix' ay above given in round numbers, 4,500 in line, and this may be regarded as pretty accurate ; although by the time the column reached State street the number had increased to over 5,000. Where they all came from was a mystery, but they certainly presented a very pretty sight, and thej^ assuredly were vociferous. They cheered at everybody and everything. The waving of a flag on the sidewalk would set the whole line in a cheer. A man with a large stone wagon was cheered until he got down and held the horses for fear they would run away. Two boys on bycicles came along and were cheered and chaffed and guyed until they Avere compelled to get off their bikes and hunt cover. The number and enthusiasm were great. As a general rule those teachers present marched with their scholars, and were highly commended by everybody for doing so. They seemed to take a pride in displaying the young citizens they were bringing up, and they enjoyed the cheering and the laughter of the merry little ones as if it was the first time they had ever heard it. All honor to them. Long before the procession had passed Market square, it was halted by the information that State street was full and the vicinity of the monument passed. It was determined to make a double line, and by a division at Pine street those in the rear were marched up side by side with those who had occupied more favorable positions in the line. Second and State streets was a sight to look upon, and the oldest inhabitants never saw its like, and never will if he lives his life over again. 132 Centenary Memorial. AT thp: soldieks monument. When the head of the greatest juvenile procession ever seen in Harrisburg reached the monument at State and Second streets, the children gathered about the base and led by the band, sang two verses of" My Country 'Tis of Thee," as follows : My country 'tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty, Of thee I sing ; Land where our fathers died Land of the pilgrim's pride ; From every mountain side, Let freedom ring. Our father's God ! to Thee, Author of liberty, To Thee we sing. Long may our land be bright With freedom's holy light. Protect us by Thy might. Great God, our King. Then the chief marshall got ready for the counter- march on West State street, when each child was to receive the souvenir. The crowd was so dense that the idea of a countermarch was almost abandoned, but the committee determined to carry out the pro- gramme and the band was ordered to play. It did so with a will and the countermarch began. The sea of humanity was literally forced back by the moving line, and as the children again ] )asscd the monument they were each presented ^vith the souvenir. This was a neatly printed and engraved folding card, on the front of which was the inscription: "1785 — Dauphin County Centennial — 1885. Inaugural Cer- emonies, Monday, Se])tember 14th. Children's Sou- Tlie. First Day. 133 venir." The coat of arms of the State was the center piece. Inside was the picture of the attempt to burn John Harris at the stake. The last page contained portraits of the old and new court houses. One of these is preserved in this memorial volume. When each child had received the souvenir, amid much shouting and jostling and waving of flags and ban- ners, the line was dismissed. At 10:45 the great children's parade was a thing of the past, and the children were dismissed and permitted to have their own sweet will in the matter of going where they pleased. They were proud of the fact that they had opened the Centen- nial so auspiciously, and so was everybody who saw them. Chief Marshal Thomas returned thanks in the fol- lowing card : I desire to return my sincere thanks to teachers and scholars who took part in the parade this morning. The promptness in reporting, the completeness in organizing, the orderly procession, were all commendable in the highest degree. The parents have my heartfelt thanks for their co-opera- tion, which was evinced by the beautiful appearance of hundreds of the children. The assistant marshals have my thanks for their valuable aid in forming the thousands of boys and girls into line. FiNLKY I. TncwrAS, Chief MavHlial. EXERCLSES AT THE COURT HOUSE. At 11 o'clock in the forenoon, the Court House was well filled. It was there where the centennial ad- 134 (Jfiitenary Memorial. dresses were to be delivered. Without, in all direc- tions, the mass of people were making extensive preparations for the three daj's parades which were to follow. The audience although not so very great, was more thoroughly representative than anj^ ever assembled there. Many of the oldest citizens -svere present. The Nestor of the assemblage was l-!amuel Shoch, now of Columbia, a native of Harrisburg, who is between 90 and 91 j^ears old. Next in order of age came Mr. George Garverich, aged 88, who when 21 years of age witnessed the laying of the cornerstone of the capitol building and aided in the hauling of the heavy timbers for tliat edifice. Next came Judge Pearson, who is 86 ; AVm. R. Gorgas, who is 80; Hamilton Alricks, Escp, 79; A. 0. Pliester, Esq., 78 ; Hon. David Fleming, Col. Francis Jordan, Joshua M. Wiestling, Esq., Hon. A. J. Herr, H. Murray Graydon, Esq., Messrs. Daniel Eppley, Wm. K. Verbeke, E. E. Kinzer, J. ^Mont- gomery Forster, Dr. J. P. Keller, A. Boyd Hamilton, A. E. Eyster, Dr. ^Y H. Egle, Hon. J. B. McPherson and Reverends ^^'m. A. ^\'est, Geo. W. iSnydei', B. C. Conner, T. T. Everett and many others. The ladies of the city and county were lai'gely represented, prominent among them being some of the descend- ants or connections of the founder of the city. These an. U. A. M., of York, 60 men in full regalia marshalled by S. M. Holland. They bore a handsome banner of blue silk in line. Washington band, of Annville, 24 pieces, William Frank, leader, with neat blue uniforms and pretty navy caps trimmed with gold cord Washington Camp, No. 86, of Annville, 65 men in full regalia, Wm D. Miller, marshal, and Jacob Wisler, aid. West Fairview Cornet Band, 26 pieces, H. Dunbar, leader, with handsome blue uniforms. Capital City Castle, K. of the G. E., with 150 members In full regalia; W. C. Gramm, marshal, and Charles A. Koler and James Mortimer, assistants. They carried a handsome blue and red banner in line. Their equipments consisted of swords, belts, white gloves, neat blue caps, etc., and they bore in line the American flag. Masnnerchor and Concordia Singing Associations ; Augustus Frick marshal; 30 members in citizens' dress. They carried in line a large silk banner; of Harrisburg. Liberty Cornet band, ot Middletown, 20 members, under the leadership of Prof. Val. Baumbaugh. Ancient Order of Forresters, of Middletown ; 100 members, led by H. C. Ranger. This order was instituted April 30, 1881. Three men bore a very large and .splendid banner of green and red silk, with two fine hand-painted scenes in the centre. It cost ;jSi50 in England. The 196 Centenary Mevioriat. Forresters wore citizens' dress, with felt hats ornamented v\ith a white ostrich plume, ti^jpetl with green, and wore white gloves. The repre- sentations on the banner are an emblem of the Order on one side and a charity scene on the reverse. Cornet Band, of Steeltor., (colored) 20 members — John W. Camis- bell, leader, in blue uniforms, trimmed with gold. Centennial committee of the Hercules Centennial Association, Wm. Howard Day, chairman; C. A. Taylor, Wm. H. Caslow, G. H. Mullin, James H. Howard and James Grant, committee. Hercules Centennial clul), of Harrisburg — Major J. \\'. Simpson^ marshal ; Henry Sophes and Richard Shaw, aids — 100 members. This association wore citizens' dress, high silk hats, white gloves, and handsome white satin badges. ■JHE GEAND AKMY. The third division wa.s composed of local and vis- iting Grand Army Posts, and as the gallant "boj'S in blue" filed into view their api:)earance was greeted ■with hearty ;icclaim. The veterans ah\'ays at the front in the performance of a duty, raUied in force on this occasion, and their number and fine appear- ance was an important factor in the success of the j^arade. Though their stejis were weakened by age they never faltered, and as the}" countermarched on Market street and the torn flags were jiresented to the members of the different j:)osts, many of the ter- terrible scenes through which they had gone were vividly brought back. Frank B. Kinneard, marshal. Major C. C. Davis, aid ; Richard Haywood, color bearer. Department Commander Austin Curtin and Adjutant Thos. J. Stew- art. Col. Sellers, Capt. McCormick and Capt. Williams, of the staff, of Philadelphia. Captain Taylor, Q. M. G. Philadelphia. Aids — Messrs. Floyd, Sourbeer, Gingrich, Heller, J. Diven, J. H. Santo and W. J. Adams, all mounted. State Capital band, 30 members, Prof. Wm. P. Chambers, leader, in full uniform. The ,'()."> men Ijeing accommodated at one time. It required almost the entire afternoon to serve those in attendance, but the < irays were equal to the emergency and if any of the The Second Dai/. 203 boys wearing the blue left the armory hungry or thirsty it -was their own fault. The welcome was as cordial as it was sincere, and Company D will doubt- less be remembered by the other companies of the Eighth regiment with nothing but the kindliest feelings. The Grand Army guests ^ve^e entertained under the management of the organizations of the city. Shakespeare hall resembled an immense dining room in the afternoon, Post 58 having selected that place to entertain their Grand ^Vrmy friends. Hot coffee, sandwiches, cheese, crackery, etc., constituted the bill of fare and most eagerly were these edibles partaken of Five hundred visiting G. A. il. members were here entertained. Other societies, on behalf of the ( 'ommittee extend- ed similar hospitalities to their visiting brethren. And right royally were the}' entertained. The City Councils were no less courteous. The Select (buncil Chamber presented a very inviting and refreshing aspect. A table laden with substan- tials and luxuries was arranged for the accommoda- tion of members of Council and their invited guests, the borough and township officers who were in the city. George C. B. Swartz was in charge and was exceedingly hospitable in dispensing the eatables and drinkables of which there appeared to be an inex- haustible supply. The County Commissioners had also arranged a free lunch table at which not only on this da}', but during the remaining days of the displays, a large number of countv officials were entertained. Berks, 2U4 CmtciKiry Manorial. Lebanon, York, Lancaster, Cumberland, Perry, and Northumberland counties were represented. The citizens were no less hospitable than the fore- going — for every one took pleasure in making their visitors "at home," who received the "best the county afforded." It was the Centennial of the City and County, and in the general joy the strangers within our gates were heartily M'elcomed. THE THIRD DAY Wedxesdav, September 16, IS.So. COMMITTEE. Lane S. L. S. Bent, Steelton, Henry J. Beatty, Samuel A. Hummel, William J. Calder, Hart, Chairman. Anthony F. Engelkert, Wiconisco. D. Luther Jauss, John F. Keeper, Joseph Campbell, Middletown. William H. Egle, Secretary. COMMITTEE'S GENERAL INVITATION. Harrisburg, Pa,, August sth, 1S85. The citizens of the County of Dauphin intend celebrating the One Hundredth Anniversary of its formation by a Grand Industrial Display and proceedings, on Wednesday September 1 6th, 1886, commencing at the hour of 1 1 A. M. It is earnestly desired that in this commemoration all the neighboring counties participate with us. In obedience, there- fore, to the general wish of our community, a very cordial invitation is hereby extended to your establishment to join us on that memorable occa- sion. When viewed in connection with a proposed Antiquarian Display, the industries ofto-day will show the great advance a century has wrought in manufactures, mechanics and the arts. All the Railroad Companies centering at Harrisburg, have agreed to afford all establishments on their roads every facility as to transportation of freight, and low excursion rates. VVe believe it will be largely to your interest to participate. LANE S. HART, Chairman. William H. Egle, Secretary. INVITATION TO THE CITIZENS. Harrisburg, August 5, 1885. The citizens of the County of Dauphin propose to celebrate the One Hundredth Anniversary of the formationof the County, by a grand Indus- trial Display and Procession, on Wednesday, September i6th, 1885, in the City of Harrisburg, and it is important that every town and township within the limits of the county be well represented. The undersigned, having been appointed the committee to superintend the same, earnestly request our citizens to aid in this display, to organize for the purpose, decide upon the manner or nature of such display, and inform this committee of the same. Let each district be well represented in this grand celebration. Any information thereon desired will be given by addressing either of the undersigned committee. LANE S. HART, Chairman. William H. Egle, Secretary. The Third Day. 207 IXDILSTRIAL DISPLAY DAY. The third day of Dauphin county's great centen- nial celebration dawned most auspiciously. It was neither cool nor hot — just that happy half and half that makes the perfect day. About half-past eight fleecy clouds formed overhead and hung themselves over the face of the sun, shutting out his view of tlie festivities down here and cutting off the fierce rays he was preparing* to pour out. Early — very early — the visitors began to pour into the city. They came from everywhere — from the Cumberland Valley, the Lebanon Valley, the Juniata Valley, from Lancaster, York and Adams counties, from Northumberland, Snyder, Union and Lycoming counties. From as far east as Philadelphia, as far nortli as Erie, as far west as Jr'ittsburgh, and as far south as the Maryland border, the people came in vast numbers. The sur- rounding towns sent thousands of well dressed people to Harrisburg, and it seemed as if the whole State was doing its best to help us along. According to the Philadelphia Times, there were 50,000 additional people in the city, and with the strangers who re- mained over from the previous day about 20,000, and the citizens themselves there were fully 100,000 peo- ple to witness the great Industrial Display. The progress of a hundred years said the Independ- ent, was never better represented than it A\'as by the Industrial parade of the Centennial celebration. It must always be conceded that in the mechanic arts, 208 Centenary Memorial. more than elsewhere, are the improvements whicli men acliieve with brain and fingers displayed. A hundred years ago tlie Ramage press, which required two pulls to make an impression, was the triumph of the "art preservative of arts," while rollers were not thought of to take the place of balls. All kind of machinery was in its infancy, such as was in use a century ago being of the crude and simplest char- acter. The application of steam was not attem})ted. There was no coal discovered. ( las was an unknown commodity. Franklin and Rittenhouse were only dreaming about the electrical forces which were re- garded as elements to be averted, not utilized for labor. A\^hat a transformation has the progress of a hun- dred years made. Steam now runs all kinds of ma- chinery, from that of the ponderous engines used in working mines, blasting furnaces,running great trains on railroads, to the operating of a sewing machine and the frying of an egg. ^^'hat a spectacle of grandeur, indeed, was there made in the industrial exhibition. Cireat fires glowed in process of smelting metals, pon- derous hammers rang in the operation of forging ; rolls buzzed in the work of making rails : nails were produced with the rapidit}' of the (;lick of a watch ; jarinting presses in primitive style, and that of the period, were running, compositors were at their cases; the sewing machine hummed its rapid stitches ; saw mills were at work on luml^er ; machines making shoes, planing boards, turning out railroad frogs, in fact, machinery making almost every article imagin- able, were in operation along the line. And to this was added the display by manufacturers and mer- The Third Day. 209 chants, of their goods and wares in every line of each being represented in special wagons decorated ac- cording to the taste of the owners. There was ori- ginality and novelty in all of these displays. As a rule, all parades have more or less monotony in them- In that of this day the variety was endless. There were no two things alike, even in the same line- Every wagon was differently gotten up — every arti- cle displayed had a peculiar appearance ; all of the work done along the monster line was different in each case. This made the display wonderfully grand in its details and overwhelmingly ponderous in its aggregation. With so many strangers in the city it would nat- urally be expected that the streets would be literally packed with people at all points along the line. The previous day's parade, splendid as it was in its per- sonnel and full of dignity and historic grandeur in its objects, had no attraction in it like that of the In- dustrial Displa)'-. This day's brass bands had ac- companiments in steam whistles, liammers, roll and click of machinerjr and all the sounds which make up the notes in the anthems of labor ^hen at its de- votions. The shouts of people greeting special dis- plays were drowned by this magnificent hum of in- dustry. Bleating herds mingled their plaintive voices with that of neighing horses, excited by the din and confusion of the streets so unusual in their peaceful pastures at home Swaths were literally cut through masses of people pressing on line for obser- vation by wagons broader than those which pre- ceded them. The weather could not have been 15 210 Centenary Memurial. more propitious than it was. Atmosphere and ground were in complete condition to heighten the interest of the (hsplav. The Chief Marshal, Joseph X. Einstein's order in regard to the forming of the parade was as follows : First Division form on Fifth street, right resting on Market. The Second Division form on Fourth street, right resting on !\Lirket. Third Division form on Third street right resting on Market. Fourth Division, comprising the Wteelton delega- tion, on Second street, right resting on Market, fac- ing west. Fifth Division on Second street, right resting on Market, facing east. The procession will move promptly at 10 o'clock. Chief of 5'ta,f.— Marlin E. Olmsted. Aids, Gabriel Heister, W. Champlin Detweiler, Daniel C. Herr, William T. Hildrup, Jr., and Penrose Dull. Assistrtnt 3IarsJials. — Charles E. Brelsford, Edgar C. Felton, Ohver P. Grove, William S. Boas, Dr. J. Ross Swartz, George E. Hackett, Joseph B. Rife, Henry Walters. Aids. — William Pearson, Escp, W M. Donaldson, Dr. C. A. Rahter, William M. Lauman, JohnS.Sible, Thomas H. JMcDevitt, Harry Campbell, C. West- brook, Jr., W. L. Powell, D. C.Herr, John C. Kerper, Wm. B. Miller, James D. Hawkins, John Croll, Theodore G. Calder, Joseph B. p]wing-, Jr., Kilburn J. (^'handler, Thomas 'SI. Jones, Harrv Stouffer, Amos The Third Day. 211 Tittle, William Hillier, Harry S. Gross, Ed. L. Wag- ner, Frederick C. Fink, Jr., Dr. Harry Stine, Fred- erick M. Ott, H. H. Hartranft, E. M. Bishop, John Y. Boyd, Samuel L. Bigler, Christian Hart, W. M. Hargest, E. K. Meyers, S. B. Martin, John Downs, Edward Lewis, A. P. Dull, W Howard Eby, Luther E. Kelker, W. C Detweiler, Esq., George H. Irwin, Esq., Edgar C. Hummel, W. B. Hammond, W. S. Cornman, Joseph Raymond, Jacob Rife, Bert. Ruth- erford. Owing to the length of some of the floats it will be impossible to make the turns below A'^ine street, in consequence the parade will move over the following route. Out Market to Second, to Reily, to Third, to Walnut, to Fourth, to Ridge avenue, to Reil}', to Pennsylvania avenue, to North, to Filbert, to Wal- nut, to Fifth, to Market, to Fourth, to Chestnut, to Second, to Vine, to Front, to State, to Second, to Mar- ket square, and countermarch. Assistant marshals and aids Avill wear black silk hat, dark clothes and white gloves. In obedience to these instructions, the lines were formed. Shortly after 10 o'clock the signal was given, and the grandest parade ever witnessed, began to move in the following order. FIRST DIVISION. Chief Marshal, Major Joseph V. Einstein. Following the chief marshal and his aids, the procession was headed by the State Capital Band, of this city, numbering thirty pieces. The first carriage was occupied by Mayor Wilson, City Solicitor Hargest City Treasurer Black and Mayor Mann, of Altoona, The next carriage contained Hon. Benj. F. Meyers, S. Boyd Martin, Theo. D. Greena- walt and Joseph B. Ewing. Tne third conveyance was occupied by 212 Centenary Memorial. Councilmen John J. Hargest, Harry Muehler and John C. Forney. Following these there were eleven double teams accommodating the re- maining members of the City Councils. The Shippensburg Band of seventeen pieces of brass, headed the sec- ond sub-division, marshaled by William S. Boas, aided by William B. Miller, Kilburn J. Chandler and Luther R. Kelker. The PeipherLine, owned by Joseph Montgomery & Co., made a large and attractive display of their teams and business specialties. The first wagon was loaded with sacked peanuts, the second double team was neatly decorated with bunting and evergreen, and contained an exhibit of the grain drills and cider-mills manufactured by the Superior Drill Company, of Springfield, Ohio, and for whom they are agents. The third team carried the Jackson steel Avheelbarrow, The fourth double team carried the Tiger reaper made by the Stoddard Manufacturing Company. The fifth the Excelsior self binder, in full operation. The sixth a single team carrying straw for the use of the above mentioned self-binder. The seventh team was loaded with baled twine used on the self-binder, following which was one single and one double team laden with barreled flour; the next a double team with the Junior Deering self-binder in operation. The next two teams hauled the Su- perior cider mills, and a large hay fork adjusted on a frame just as when in use. These were followed by five more double and single team exhibits, the vehicles containing pianos and organs, a Tiger hay rake, ban-eled syrups, molasses, etc. The Peipher Line dray was loaded with an immense hogshead of syrup, and was used in this busi- ness in 1859. Following was a single team, the Excelsior Light Mower, The display of Montgomery & Co. was handsomely trimmed throughout, and embraced sixteen vehicles and twenty horses. A notable fact in regard to the Peipher Line display, was that their entire stock of horses were iron greys, the superiors of which for number and qualities cannot be found in this section of the country. The Pennsylvania Transfer Company's first team drew large wagons, beautifully decked with graceful double arches of evergreen, orna- mented with bunting. These covered very pretty pyramids of exhibi- tion plows, manufactured by the Oliver Chilled Plow Company. A very prettily decorated Oliver Chilled sulky plow followed. The next in line was the Victor road scraper, owned and built by S. Pennock & Sons, of Kennet Square, Chester county. Pa. The float of Forney Bros., Market street shoe dealers, was a large The Third Day. 213 canopy of red, while and blue muslins, elegantly decorated and appro- priately lettered. This represented a shoe factory in full operation, the machinery and men busy at work turning out shoes. In the center of the float was an old shoemaker's bench, labeled "1785, one pair a day,'' contrasting plainly with the busy hum of the machinery surround- ing it. Frank Hoy in his Dutch make-up, made fun for the gazers, with his little bell and a pie, from a double team carriage, scattering circulars relating to the Antiquarian exhibition. The Singer Cornet Band, of Mechanicsburg, twenty-four pieces, I. S. Eberly, leader. The Harrisburg Foundry and Machine Works, Martin E. Hershey, manager, as follows : First, large Paxton traction engine; second, large Paxton traction engine pulling a platform on which was the favorite Ide Automatic cut-off engine; third, two small Paxton traction engines one pulling the other; fourth, two small traction engines ; fifth, traction engine pulling the Champion thresher and huUer; sixth, traction engine pulling the Champion combined thresher and huUer; seventh, small Paxton traction engine. This entire display was handsomely decorated and made not only an attractive but a noisy exhibit as well. This was followed by the Citizen street sprinkler, drawn by a double team. Next came a four-horse platform wagon upon which was mounted an immense oil car tank made by the flarrisburg Foundry and Machine Works. The next in order was a large red, white and blue float of the Harris burg paper box factor) . The display of the Adams Express Company was headed by a man who carried an old express bag, said to have been used in 1839 by Alvin Adams, founder of the company that bears his name, when he first conceived the idea of quick and careful delivery of valuable pack- ages. Following on a small cart was displayed an iron cash safe used the same time. Their next feature was a single wagon ladened with express packages, followed by a double team which was likewise burdened with express goods. Fager & Maeyer, the Market street tinners, made a very creditable display of the various features of their business. Their first was a single team drawing a large variety of fine cornice designs. It was followed by a double team platform wagon, upon which a regular tin- shop was in active operation, making small tin cups, which were dis- 214 Centenary Memorial. tribiited gratis along the route of procession. The next double team hauled a unique display of parlor stoves and furnaces, followed by a platform of handsome nickle-plated parlor stoves. Then came a .single team drawing an exhibit of kitchen and cook stoves, The next feature of this display was a wagon on which their roofing machinery was in full operation preparing the tin for the roofs. A very large pyramidal float contained a magnificent showing of japanned, stamped and agate wear for all uses. The whole array of exhibits by Fager & Maeyer was elaborately decorated in many styles and without any evidence of stint, or lack of labor. O. P. Grove, dry goods merchant, Third and Verbeke streets, was represented in the procession ^\ith a large canopy float, drawn by a team of four horses. It \\'as tastefully decorated and presented an attractive appearance. Beneath the canopy were eleven "dummys" dressed in the latest and most fashionable attire. This feature was one that particularly attracted the attention of the ladies along the entire route. The covetous eye of many a lass snapped fire as this gorgeous ar- ray of the beautiful met their gaze. A. L. Tittle's livery display consisted of a handsome .single jump seat buggy, drawn by a neat roadster ; a large double flat followed with eight negro minstrels, who performed songs and danced over the entire route, creating sport and merriment for all. The Harrisburg Burial Case Company was represented by a fine double team drawing a wagon draped in black, in the center of which, braced upright, was their business card, painted on a large square sign, in gold letters with black baclcground. The Duncannon Band, of Duncannon, Pa., of 20 pieces. Bergner & Engle Brewing Company, of Philadelphia, headed their display with a barouche drawn by an elegant pair of horses. In the carriage were seated Felix Geiger, who is master brewer, at Phil- adelphia; B. P. Wisman, general agent; C. H. Quinzel, agent for Berger & Engle at Martinsburg, West Virginia, John C. Wieseman* their agent for this city, and Frederick P. Haehnlen, of this city. Fol- lowing came a large chariot-like float, on which eight men were bus- ily employed at the various labor in a brewery. The float had the appearance of an old stone castle, very artistically constructed and beautifully decorated. The engine, with its attached machinery, was in full and active motion. The boiler and fermenting tubs, perfect working machinery, were also in operation. From this magnificent TJlc Third Day. 'US chariot brewery the genial Felix Geiger, through his assistants, dis- pensed the cooling beer to friends. This costly display was drawn by four magnificent Norman horses, caparisoned in massive brass- mounted harness, that was manufactured to order in France. The horses above spoken of were brought to this country by Bergner & Engle at an expense of ;J6oo apiece. Then followed two double teams handsomely decorated, drawing Bergner 6c Engle wagons, laden with kegged beer. George Dcehne's first wagon was very prettily trimmed with ever- green and bunting, and was loaded with malt in bags, hops in bales and twining around and through them were growing green hops and other materials used in the business. This was followed by a single team, laden with kegged beer, also handsomely ornamented. C. A. Dressel headed his display in a single buggy. Following came a double team, pretttiy bedecked in gay colors and evergreens, the wagon laden with milt in sacks, and baled hops. On each side over the display was the motto, "This is what we use." P'ollowing came a four-horse team drawing the Louis Bergdoll Brewing Company's wagon, elaborately decorated in red, white and blue bunting and evergreen. The wheels were bound around the tires and hubs with cords of woven laurel leaves, giving the vehicle a massive appearance. This was followed by a double team drawing a handsomely ornamented wagon of the same firm, loaded with beer in kegs. John Russ, the firm's agent for this city, spared no pains to- make his display attractive. Our own brewer, Henry Fink, was represented by one of the "Key- stone" delivery wagons, prettily bedecked in colors and intertwined with green hops. Following came a single team wagon, upon which was erected a hiijh canopy, ornamented with flags and tri-colored bunting, which was also relieved by green hops entwined about the canopy. Dan Bacon, the confectioner, sat on an artistically decorated vehicle, in front of a pyramid of his well-known cough drops, put up in pretty japanned cans, smiling all over his face, distributing small boxes of the candy gratis. The black horses that drew his display were also highly ornamented with colors and evergreens. Following came a large can- opied float, drawn by two greys, constructed in faultless white. Beneath this three workmen from Bacon's establishment under the foremanship of Mr. Laubenstein, were busily engaged making stick candy, which was distributed free to the peojple along the route. Then came a float 216 Centenary Memorial. of like character, under the canopy of which were four men, busily engaged bottling the various drinks sold by Mr. Bacon. All the machinery was in full operation, and the exhibit in its entirety, drew forth much praise. C. A. Spicer's display of furniture consisted of a large covered float, drawn by a double team, and handsomely trimmed in colors and evergreen. Beneath the canopy were beautiful articles of furniture, particularly among which was a handsome mahogany secretary, richly carved and mounted. Herman R. Zeil, the Market street gent's furnisher, had a single wagon, upon which was constructed a double frame, holding almost every article of wear and underwear handled in his line. Like most of the displays, this was decorated in tri-colored muslin and evergreen. Union Deposit Band, with twenty pieces of brass, lead the next sub- division. H. W. Techmeyer, with the Domestic sewing machine display, then followed; one single wagon, handsomely decorated, and carrying two fine Domestic machines, above and between which was an elegantly worked cross; following them came a large double team float, one side literally covered with sample applique, embroidered and tinsel work ; on the other a pretty and rich specimen of interior decoration in ap- plique and exnbroidery. It is estimated that there was over $500 worth of machine work hanging upon this float. A single team came next, uniquely festooned and decorated, hauling a handsome machine. The Singer Sewing Machine Company, Clayton Denny, manager, was represented in the line with no less than six distinct vehicles, all of which were elaborately dressed in colors and evergreens. One double float was a mass of applique, embroidery and tinsel work of most ele- gant design and execution. The White Sewing Machine Company also exhibited work done by their machine and wagon covered with advertising bills. The Morning Call, from this point in the line, represented by a single team, trimmed in red, white and blue bunting, distributed copies of Tuesday's issue of that paper to the people ' along the entire route. Brainard »& Armstrong, spool silk twist people, drove a single car- riage, prettily trimmed in bunting and evergreen. David R. Detts, city manager of the American Sewing Machine Company, represented his principals with seven single wagons, each The Third Day. 217 bearing a pretty machine, and prettily trimmed in colors and evergreens. W. W. Boyer, coach-maker, of South Third street, appeared with a large float, upon which he displayed an old sulky bed, built in 1832, and two handsome pleasure carriages, built at his own shops. The ■whole was tastefully bedecked with flags and' bunting. Lewis Gastrock, coal dealer; two teams, drawing single wagons, were burdened with coal screens and other yard utensils, handsomely decorated with bunting, flags and Chinese lanterns. SECOXD I)IVIi^I(.)X. The second division formed on North Fourth street, right resting on Market street, and was headed by the Harrisburg butchers. Chief Marshal, Henry Walter. Aids — William Kyle, Adam Kreig, J. L. Koons, John Kyle, Harry S. Stouffer, and John Shaffher, all well-known butchers. William T. Hildrup Cornet Band, Prof Herman Newmeyer, leader, 25 pieces. The men wore their blue fatigue dress uniform. Carriage containing four of the oldest butchers in the city, "Knights of the Cleaver," of the olden time, whose pleasant countenances indi- cated that they were highly honored by the younger and more vigorous men of the trade by taking the advance conveyance in this novel and highly creditable display. These four old men were Michael Newman, John ^'oung, Martin Waltzer and Frederick .Sweitzer, old and highly respected citizens, in a barouche drawn by a pair of bays. The Cow Boy, Daniel Elliot, colored, employed by Messrs. Hemler & Delone, Harrisburg cattle dealers, mounted on his mustang. William Bricker's team of four-in-hand drawing a butcher shop on wheels, with live stock (calves, sheep, hogs and a live ox) on wagon. This wagon was handsomely trimmed with evergreens and bunting, and labeled : "We as butchers represent our home trade." Tn the rear of the wagon were six well-known, live, progressive Harrisburg butchers, in clean linen and spotless white aprons, and James R. Dixon, a well- known Carlisle butcher and Democratic candidate for sheriff, as their guest. Wni. T. Hildrup's team of four Norman horses, driven by Wm. Merkley, tugged another butcher shop on wheels. The wagon was handsomely draped, and on it a sausage machine in full operation, with butcher George M. Hiller handing out excellent bologna sausage along the route. On this wagon were representative butchers, Messrs. George 21.S (\'iitenary Mciiiori.al. Maizolf, George Koser, John R. Sellers, David Wenrick, Martia- Waltzer, jr., and Augustus Miller. The wagon was labeled, " The old and the new way." P. D. McNeal's two-horse wagon, handsomely draped, containing 24 butcher boys, from 7 to 12 years of age, nicely uniformed, with white- caps, white shirts and blue pants. Forty-four butchers, on horseback. These were from the city and surrounding towns, all doing business in the Harrisburg markets. Wm. E. Machlin's rag warehouse was represented by a four-horse team and two two-horse teams, with bales of colored rags, assorted rags, white rags, all sorts of rags, and a number of the employees at work. Two two-horse teams laden with Stouffer flour of Royal Oak brand, in barrels and sacks. Luther R. Kelker, two teams, representing the N. Y. Enamel Paint Company, with a pretty design of the company's business house in the city of New York. Colonel Geo. F. McFarland's floral display was a miniature green house on wheels, filled with flowers, plants, &c. On the sides was a large floral inscription, in letters 21 inches long, made of zinna's, — "George F. McFarland." On the rear was an immense floral bell. P"ol- lowing this, came a horse team with a pyramid of fruit — sixteen varieties of grapes, with apples, pears, &c., representing, " The offering of Pomona." The next four-horse team represented the Hydraulic Cement Pipe Works of Henry J. Beatty, Herr street and Pennsylvania canal. This, followed by a one-horse team of the same establishment — with six men working along the line of march. Hart's Printing and Publishing House, South Third street, was well, represented. The display was in charge of Samuel E. Murphy, the foreman of the office in the line, and fifty-eight employees. The outfit was conveyed along the route on three four-horse and three single teams The printing office was represented by an old Washington press, made in 1785, and a Hoe cylinder of 1885 — making the contrast an interesting as well as a striking one. The bindery was also repre- sented with paper-cutting and book-back finishing apparatus, and the- electrotype foundry was fairly represented. Even the stalwart engi- neer, William Williams, and the "devil" of the office, an apprentice rigged up in a harlequin suit, with the horns of the "imp'' sticking out in prominence from the sides of his smutty phiz. "That is a deviL The Third Day. 219' as is a devil," remarlied an enthusiastic admirer, standing on the curb- stone at Fourth and South streets. Messrs. Franli B. Kinneard, J. N. 0. Hankinson and others assisted Mr. Murphy in this attractive display. The M-agons were handsomely decorated and the horses covered with white muslin covers, ornamented in attractive red letters — "Hart's. Printing and Publishing House." Th.t "Daily Patriot" •gxmimg house was represented as follows; Peter Wilson, colored, an office attache, drove Mr. E. K. Meyers' "Flying Sam," 36 years old, in the Patriot business wagon. Team of two horses, representing the Patriot printing house, equipped with two pairs of cases, a Washington hand press of the "long ago" pattern, and a Gordon jobber at work. Herman J. Wolz, the city route agent, had his ten carriers handsomely equipped with blue uniforms and white caps, and wearing buttonhole bouquets. They distributed half sheets of the Patriot along the route. Mr. George Houser's two-horse team conveyed the well-known printing house of the "Estate of Theo. F. Scheffer." There was a Gordon press working, and compositors setting type. This Avas one of the first printing offices in America to print oil color toy books. It is located at 21 So.uth Second street, and was established in 1832. Pressman — Geo. W. Scheffer ; compositor, Lewis G. Poulton ; foreman, Louis K. Scheffisr. Harrisburg Indepe^ident Printing House, conveyed on a float drawn by Lauer's team. There was an old style Washington Hoe press on the wagon, a pair of cases, etc. The employees distributed a historical sheet of the Independent printed in red, white and blue colors. Next came the Sunday Morning Telegram — James M. Place, Esq., manager. Their wagon had a modern Gordon jobber and a pair of cases. The rig was in charge of William G. Boyer. Fac-simile copies of the Sunday Telegram were distributed along the route, not more than 6x8 inches in size. Citizen's Cornet Band of Millersburg, 20 pieces — Charles L. Miller, leader. The Saddlery and Harness House of S. A. Hummel, Market street, was represented by Noah A. Walmer, foreman ; on one of Neely's two- horse wagons. The display attracted much attention. It was a perfect saddler's shop on wheels. Edward Boyer's coach shop, East Market street, represented on three one-horse floats, handsomely trimmed, with five fine carriages on exhi- bition — one of them being a handsome two-seated Surry wagon. 220 Centenary Memorial. A double team float represented J. Laverty & Go's., furniture, carpet and store house. Wagon representing Philip M. Ditzler's harness, trunks, &c., with a man dressed in Indian costume at work. George W. Meily's shoe house, Market street, was represented by a beautifully draped wagon, drawn by two horses. The wagon was hand- somely fitted up, resembling the interior of a large shoe house. A one-horse conveyance represented Stern's Market street shoe house, with cases of shoes exposed to view. Edward L. Wagner's cigar manufactory was represented by a two- horse float, with men at work in the factory. Matamoras Band, i8 pieces, J. W. Mahargue, leader. Team drawn by two horses, and a wagon loaded with barrels of flour, sacks of flour, etc., representing the Lochiel Mills. Wilson Bros, works. East State street, were represented by a one horse team, on which was an improved cider-mill, and a "Telegraph fodder cutter," two of their specialities. D. W. Gross & Son's drug house was represented by a mule team drawing a wagon containing an immense gilt mortar. The Eureka Fabric I lose interest was represented by a pyraiiiid of fabric hose, on a wagon drawn by two horses. Mr. C. W. Wales is the agent. J. A. Kramer, plumber. North Third street, a one-horse team with plumbing material on exhibition. Fred. W. Yingst, carpet dealer, one-horse team, with a display of Turkish rugs, arranged in tlie form of a pagoda, on which sat a boy dressed in clothes made of carpet. John T. Ensminger, of Second and Chestnut streets, had a one-horse and atwo-horse wagon in line, representing a display of parlor and other furniture, with a folding bed in operation. J. W. Koons, of East Harrisburg, a four-horse wagon, with a display of stoves, sheet-iron work, etc., with six employees at work along the route. Thomas Liken, the Ridge Avenue grocer, had a one-horse fancy wagon and a one-horse business wagon in line. Cement N. Studebaker, grocer. Second and State, had a two-horse and one-horse wagon in line, representing the "Snow Flake Flour" of the Studebaker mills. J. L. Knox, the tinner, of South Ninth street, a two-horse team, with stoves, spouting, etc., representing the Lebanon stove works. The Third Day. 221 Linglestown Band, 20 pieces, in band carriage. Four-horse wagon from Linglestown, with a settler's Log Cabin of 100 years ago — the smoke issuing from the chimney, and the iron pot suspended from a tripod. On the top of the cabin a live fox was chained^ Eight or ten men, dressed in homespun, represented the "settlers" of a century ago. Frank L. H utter, book-binder, had a novel turnout. It was a tri- angular-shaped car, covered with canvas, on which was the inscription : "We push our business." There was no horse in front of the car, but behind was a horse giving force to the legend on the canvas. A horse under the canvas was the moving power. A four-horse wagon, on which rode twenty farmers from Manada Hill. Mount Pleasant dairy wagon, drawn by one horse. George H. Sourbeer, the Broad street undertaker, a carriage drawn by a pair of bays ; a two-horse hearse for adults ; a white enameled hearse for young people, drawn by a pair of horses, and a one-horse busi- ness wagon. John H. Staub, carpet weaver, was at work at an old loom built seventy-five years ago. G. W. Reese, farmer for David Fleming, had a two-horse team, with a display of vegetables on wagon. Henry M. Kelly, the coal and wood dealer, had several wagons in line. In one was a brawny young fellow with a saw and buck, manipu- lating a cord- wood stick. Thomas Egenrider, bakery wagon. THIRD DIVISION. Chief Marshal, 0. P. Grove, with four aids. Citizen's Cornet Band, Hummelstown, 26 pieces. W. L. Powell & Co., were represented as follows : A two-horse wagon, piled with bannanas and other trophical fruits. Float drawn by six Norman horses, with an extensive display of bar- rels, hams, and other dried meats, etc., with a banner inscribed : " J785 —1885." Powell & Cos.' delivery wagon, distributing Centennial souvenirs along the line. Steelton Flouring-Mills, four-horse float, with mill in operation, driven by a small steam engine. Float drawn by lour Norman horses, wagon piled with flour in sacks 9,9-> Centenary Memorial. in a pyramid shape, 15 feet high. On the top was a sheaf of wheat the apex being an immense bouquet of natural flowers. Two-horse wagon, containing " Our Boys." 12 lads dressed neatly ■ and wearing white caps, representing the sons of the millers. Two-horse wagon, filled with flour sacks, variously illustrated. Team of four mules, with a cooper shop on wheels, with men at work making barrels. The Steelton Flour-Mill Company had hundreds of sacks of flour done up, and these were distributed amongst the ■crowd. The part taken by this company was equal to the best. A. B. Dunkle, a two-horse team, drawing wagon laden with parlor furniture. E. Daron & Son, team drawn by two horses, representing their music house, organ discoursing sweet music along the route. J. G. Keller, painter, grainer, and "wall paperer, made a display in a one-horse wagon. The Acme cultivator, represented by W. B. Dale, agent, was drawn by a pair of stylish sorrels, which attracted much attention. The farmers were delighted with the beautiful and very popular agricultural implement. William F. Neely represented his furniture interest in a hand- some one-horse outfit. FOURTH DIVIISIOX. The grand display from *'Birmingham-on-the-Susquehanna," the Pennsylvania Steel Works, was simply immense, and reflected great credit ■on the manager of the works for the public spirit he displayed in permitting the employees to take part in the great Centennial dem- ■ onstration. The i ,000 or more employees were under the charge of Edgar C. Felton, as chief marshal, with five aids or assistants. First came a six mule team, with a representation of the Bessemer mill in full operation, converting steel into ingots. Steelton Band, Harry I. Newlin, leader, 23 pieces, men in gray fatigue uniforms. Two hundred and fifty workmen of the Bessemer department, George H. Blake, foreman of "turn." Edward J. Grunden, foremen of second "turn," 1 50 men. The first " turn " was equipped with white caps, blue shirts, white neck-ties, dark pants, each man with a clean white towel around his neck, and wearing a button-hole bouquet. The second " turn " wore a uniform of dark pants, duck leggings, blue shirts and white neckties . The Third Day. 223 The engineers and firemen, 28 in number, were in charge of James E. Galvin, chief engineer. They were uniformed in neat, dark blue ■suits. Mr. Galvin carried a beautiful and very valuable cane, the wood from which it was made having lain in the bottom of the Delaware for ■about 100 years. It is a portion of the English war ship "St George," which was sunk in Delaware bay in 1776. The cane was made from wood taken from the sunken ship in 1876. It has rich, dark color, and is polished up handsomely. Cornet Band, of Steelton, colored, 22 pieces, James Johnson, leader. Pennsylvania Steel Company Blooming- Mill and Hammer Depart- ment in operation on wagons drawn by four stout mules. There \'i'ere ten men at work. Four men in red uniforms, wearing neat white caps, followed the Blooming-Mill outfit. Liberty Cornet Band, of Stfeelton, 25 pieces, A. M. Landis, leader, in neat blue uniforms. Eighty-five Blooming-MitI hands, wearing neat uniforms, red shirts, white caps, etc. They were marshaled by Jacob H. Snell and John Reeme. Employees of University Mill, 40 men, wore neat blue uniforms, with white caps and red ties. They were marshaled by S. M. Guss. The Pennsylvania Steel Company's Rail-Mill department was repre- sented on a float, drawn by six powerful horses. There were nine men at work running rails through miniature rolls. Citizens' Band, of Churchville, 24 pieces, Jacob Strife, leader, blue uniforms, with gilt trimmings. Employees of the Rail-Mill, 187 men, marshaled by John Kirk, uni- formed with blue shirts, white caps, linen pants and red belts. The steam machinery in the Rail-Mill was represented by 42 men in uniforms of blue flannel shirts, dark caps, white belts and white neck- ties. The Interlocking Switch and Signal department was represented by 125 men. On a float, drawn by four horses, was a group of men at work ; the signal being manipulated by VesserE. Powell. The men were uni- formed in white shirts, black pants and blue belts, marshaled by Owen T Cummings. Two-horse wagon, with forge and four men at work. A four horse team, with a wagon handsomely draped, interlocking switch department, a man working the leaver of an interlocking -apparatus. 224 Centenary Memorial. The merchant mill employees came next. New Cumberland Band, 23 pieces, Rush Dugans, leader, uniformed in grey suits. Two hundred and sixty men, dark uniforms white belts, and duck leggings. Float drawn by six stout mules. On this was a small steam engine^ with rolls in operation, manned by a group of busy workmen. FIFTH DIVISION. William M. Donaldson, chief marshal, with six aids. Jr. O. U. A. M. Band, of Middletown, 16 performers, H. Brehm leader. One of the most interesting features of the grand procession was the delegation of Indians from the Carlisle training sch ool, in charge of one of the gen- tlemanly attaches of the institution. It was an ex- ceedingly appropriate display, and excited the most favorable comment. At the head of the Indian sub- division, the center of attraction, was a powerful In- dian, over six feet in height, wearing the full costume of a mighty chief. His make-up was a profusion of paint, feathers, fringes, trinkets, embroidered buck- skin and other trappings. He walked with head erect and with a springy step, looking neither to the right or left, his eagle eye fixed on some object away up the thronged street, as if he meant to march toward it with mathematical precision. This was "Big Bear" of the Sioux tribe. At his side were two Indians who arrived at Carlisle only the Saturday previous, on a ^-isit to their friends. One was "Le- me-go," a Crow Indian, and the other "Big Belty," a Sioux. They wore the dress they don in the ^vilds of the far west, in the land of the setting sun — and their appearance contrasted strikingly with those of The Third Day. 225 their Avell-dressed intelligent children and relatives marching behind them. These two Indians had long, dark hair, and marched bareheaded, Avhich gave them a wierd appearance. They were followed b}' 34 well dressed young Indians, representing about fifteen tribes. The pupils all wore gray uniforms, trimmed with red cord. They all had folding slates in their hands, and tlie entire delegation seemed to be delighted with the attention which was being be- stowed upon them. Wagon drawn by two greys, with six Indian boys employed at baking, printing, and carpenter work. Two-horse team, with six Indian boys at work at harness and shoe making. Two horse-wagon, containing six Indian boys at blacksmithing and tin smithing. William H. Lawser'ssportmen's supply house was represented by a two-horse wagon, on which an immense wooden gun and a big wooden key were conspicuously displayed. A lad riding on a Mexican burro. The leather firm of Rife Bros., Middletown and Harrisburgas repre- sented in a barouche, with three gentlemen and a lady. Fine specimens of finished leather were displayed in this vehicle. On a float following was an exhibit that did them no little credit. All the business of manufacturing leather was gone through with. Their motto was "Nothing Like Leather." Raymond & Campbell's Middletown stove works were represented as follows : Pair of ponies drawing a fancy wagon with three pretty nickle- plated models of stoves; two horses, with a handsome display of nickle-plated improved stoves ; two horse wagon, with improved cook stoves ; two-horse wagon with ranges ; two-horse wagon, with large bell and steam radiator, all in charge of Messrs. J. F. & D. E. Raymond. L. Poulton representing his picture frame works, had a two-horse wagon fitted up, with four men at work making frames. D. H. Kauffman's dairy was represented by four handsomely decorat- ed milk wagons. 16 226 Ceutcaar}/ Memorial. Wm. F. Hurley's undertaking establishment was represented with a carriage drawn by a pair of bays with black plumes. A one-horse team represented the house of W. L. Gardner's Star Grocery, 310 Sixth street. The Harrisburg Provision Company (Jacob Dold, of Buffalo, N. Y., doing business in this city, at Buffalo, N. Y., and Kansas City,) was rep. resented by a large wagon drawn by a pair of horses, the vehicle loaded down with barrels of "Royal Hams," dried meats, etc. The B. &. E. Goodman clothing house had a two horse team in line, with a fine display of fashionabe clothing on their wagon. Johnson & Co.'s paper warehouse was represented by a two-horse wagon filled with bales of wrapping paper. The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company was represented by one two-horse and two one-horse teams, the wagons gaily decorated and filled with their specialties. The Milwood Cliff Cracker Company of Ridge avenue, had a team and wagon in line, manufacturing goods. Harry Berrier's book bindery was represented on wheels, an immense book filling up the wagon. John Killinger, Market street grocer, had his business wagon in line. P. Vaughn, gas fitter, had a wagon laden with hydrant stocks, etc., in the display. W. H. Yinger's steam laundry was represented by a neat one-horse wagon, neatly trimmed. Moeslein & Reiber, carpenters and builders, had a two-horse wagon in line, with a force of carpenters at work. Philip Weaver, grocer. South Second street, a one-horse business wagon, filled with goods. Conrad Seeger had a business wagon in the display with a handsome assortment of fancy rugs and carpets. Benj. F. Umberger, grocer, Herr and Cumberland streets, a business wagon with a display of goods. John F. Kerper, grocer, had a three-horse team, with a fine display of goods. Sons of Veterans Drum Corps, Harrisburg, 13 pieces, led by C. Musser. Fleischman & Go's compressed yeast firm had their nobby business wagon, and a very stylish tandem team in the procession, and the outfit attracted considerable attention. The Third Day. 227 John C. Nutt, grocer of North and Spruce streets, had his business "wagon in the display. J. F. Mayer, confectioner, display of sham ice cream, etc. Popcorn balls, manufactured in line, were distributed along the route. W. H. Walkemeyer, Court avenue, ice dealer, had several wagons in line. D. H. Coffin, milkman, four wagons in line, covered with evergreens and flags. Patrick Russ, a team of mules drawing a load of peanuts in sacks. The J. X. Quigley Medicine Company, State and Tliird streets, a bus iness wagon. Philip Hess, of Susquehanna township, had a two-horse truck wagon, filled with some of the products of his farm, and also a one-horse team loaded down with fresh vegetables. John Lobau's truck wagon filled with garden produce. S. W. Oyster & Bro., commission goods. South street, flour, feed, etc., with a neat business wagon. Harrison & Co., Dauphin Spice Mills, Chestnut and Third streets, made a neat display with two wagons containing a number of their em- ployees, and a line of goods. West Fairview Cornet Band, Pliram T. Dunbar, leader, with 22 pieces. Jacob Hess, grocer, North Third street, had a handsome business wagon in line. The Baltimore One Price Clothing House, a pony team and business wagon and a one-horse wagon, with a number of figures dressed up grotesquely. KnuU & Co., hatters, of North Third street, had a wagon in line on which was placed "Jack the Giant," ten feet high, and an immense fancy colored shirt, large enough for an awning over the deck of a steamboat. John G. Gruber, a broom factory on wheels. J. L. Dipner & Bro., grocers. Market square, a business wagon filled with choice goods. N. Russ' oyster bay was represented by a wagon with barrels of oys- ters and a man opening bivalves along the route. Rogers Bros., grocers, Front and Market streets, a business wagon filled with goods. Oliver Attick, North Eleventh street, a float containing a handsome carriage. Emanuel Brown, carriage maker, 628 North street, had a handsome wagon in line. 228 Centenary Memorial. Thomas Lego, huclcster, had his business wagon in line. J. H. Cragwell, 646 Broad street, a neat barber shop on wheels, in full operation. The Keystone Electric Bell Company, represented by S. W. Entrekin, had 16 bells rigged on a wagon. Joseph J. Oglesby, furniture dealer, team with furniture display. Andrew A. Hoak of Allison's Hill, a large float representing a stone quarry scene, with men at work. The Paxton Cornet Band, Willis H. Fountain, leader, 21 pieces, with stylish uniforms, headed the last sub-division of the procession. J. S. Sible, Ice and Coal dealer, eight large ice wagons handsomely decorated, fourteen coal carts, and several lumber wagons. As the last display }iasse(l those who had timed the procession said that it took two hours to pass a point. It "was certainly the grandest affair Harris- burg ever witnessed in her history, and the admira- ble manner in which it was managed reflected great credit on Chief Marshal Einstein, Chief of Staif Olm- sted and the large staff of efficient aids. The pro- cession marched all over the route as published, and at the close was reviewed by the chief marshal. The parade was about six miles miles in length. GEXEEAL SI'MMARY OF THE PARADE. Vehicles, 238 Horses, 491 Bands, 20 Musicians, 400 Estimate number of men in line, 5,000 Of all the displays made, none were of a more com- plete kind, and none so large as that from the Penn- sylvania Steel Works. Apart from its imposing character, it was thoroughly representative. There were over one thousand men in line, and their hand- The Third Day. 229 some appearance and good marching elicited rounds of applause. The immense machinery that the heavy wagons carried along was in full and noisy operation, and the rattle of the Bessemer mill min- gled musically with the heavy thud of the powerful hammer. The rail mill department was splendidly represented. Representations of hot rails run through the rollers in the manner followed at the great works at Steelton was shown, and the men labored as earnestly as though they were really making the rails. The machinery used was most complete, and the sight was appreciated by all the crowd that saw it. The display of the railway sig- nals from the steel works was an especial feature, a full working model being in line. Nothing so plainly demonstrated the growth and progress of the county as did the Steelton display, and no part of the great procession will be remembered with more vividness. Major Bent who was justly proud of the part taken by the Pennsylvania Steel Works, issued the follow- ing circular to the heads of the various departments which were represented in the Industrial Parade : Steelton, Sept. 17, 1885. — I desire to express to you, and through you to the employees in your de- partment, the gratification I felt in witnessing the parade yesterday. It was most certainly a creditable display, both of men and material, and beyond that the spirit manifested to make the demonstration a success is but an additional proof that the past suc- cess of the Pennsylvania Steel Company is largely at- tributable to that loyalty of purpose which charac- 230 Ccnfeiiarij Memorial. terizes its emploj'ees, in putting forward at all times their best eiTorts to further the interest of the com- pany. Personally, I thank you, not only for the courtesy which you extended to me yesterday, but which at all times you evince it your pleasure to bestow. L. 8. Bent, V P. 0)1(1 (rciicral ilaiiafjcr. In referring to the trailes day of the celebration, the Tdcgrupli said: The exposition of industry in the procession of Wednesday last will live in the mem- ory not only of the citizens of Dauphin county, but be noted and dwelt upon for a long time in the dis- tant cities and country round about. As an evi- dence of growth, even for one hundred years, it was astounding. The whole population of the county in 17S.'> would have had to be multiplied Ijy at least fiA'e to make up the numbers participating in the demonstration of yesterday as proj^rietors and em- ployes alone, while the spectators lining the side- walks, and all the doors and windows and even roofs of the elaborately decorated buildings throughout the long route, were variously estimated from thirty to fift}' thousand. All the great industries of the city, and man}- in the country, were represented Ity working exhibits; the machine shops, the furnaces, the rolling-mills, the steel-works, the agricultiiral implements, the brewers, the mercliants, all the almost innumerable interests that go to make up u live, enterprising, and prosperous people. The under- taking was entered upon with some misgivings, but The Third Day. 231 as the time drew on one after the other determined that they would do what they could individually to make the affair as creditable as possible. The result was the grandest pageant of the kind ever seen in a city of our class ; not only astonishing our citizens, but inspiring the unbounded admiration of visitors. One gentleman exclaimed enthusiastically, "Had I not been here to see, no possible description could have given me any idea of this magnificent demon- stration. No more talk of slow coach in this popu- lation. Harrisburg has covered herself with glory." Besides the cause for gratulations, we have in the evidence it gives of sturdy progress in the utilitarian arts, the general good order in so large an assemblage of people, the prevailing self-respecting dignity of deportment; as illustrating the character of the pop- ulation which thus celebrates its Centennial, shows a growth in moral health greater even than our ma- terial progress, or our increase in population. With the city full of visitors, and excitement every day in the week, and fifty special policemen on duty ; not one arrest for violence or crffenses against property, and less than a dozen for intoxication, tells a story at which we may truly rejoice. All in all then, Har- risburg is a proud, and we may hope and believe a grateful city. Proud of her achievements, and grate- ful that her people give such evidence of deserving the respect of the world. THE FOURTH DAY, TiiuESDAY, September 16, 18S5 ADVISORY COMMITTEE. Fran'Cis Jordan, Chav-vmn, Charles L. Bailey, Peter K. Boyd, W. W. BoYER, Richard Hogan, David Maeyer, Andrew K. Black, Jacob F. Haehm.ex, Henry B. Buehler, M. D. The Fireman's Uxiox — iS.So. Who had comphAc control of affairs. President, JAMES N. BLUNDIN, Good Will. Vice- President, CHARLES P. MECK, Citizen. Tri^asiircr, WILLIAM K. ALRICKS, Washington. Recording and Corresponding Secretary, SAMUEL H. ETTLA, Hope. Financial Secretary , JOHN J. ZIMMERMAN, Paxton. Executive Committee — L. R. Keller, Mt. Pleasant, Chairman ; Wm. It. Lynch, Friendship; Jacob Houser, Hope; George Weitzel, Citizen! H. F. Voung, Washington ; John Barry, Mt. ^'ernon ; Miller Mailey, Paxton; C. M. Davis, Good Will; Michael Drawby, Susquehanna. Representatives. Friendship — Wm. H. Lynch, Wm. E. Barnes, Edward Crostman. Hope — Samuel H. Ettla, Jacob Houser, E. L. Tittle. Citizen — Chas. P. Meek, Thos. J. Earnest, George Weitzel. Washington — Levi Wolfinger, William E. Brodbeck, Henry F. Young. Mt. Vernon — John Barry, John Barr, John Fitzpatrick. Pa.xton — John J. Zimmerman, James Walters, Miller Mailey. Good Will — Jas. N. Blundin, George W. Lutz, Chas. M. Davis. Mt. Pleasant — Luther R. Keller, John Fitting, Al. Meredith. Sitsqitehanna — John Keiser, J. B. Sparrow, Michael Drawby. The Fourth Day. 235 FIREMEN'S DAY. In September, 18.S4, the State Firemen's Associa- tion were invited to hold their convention in 1S85 at Harrisburg. The action taken by this body struck the key-note for the time of celebrating Dauphin County's Centennial. An earlier period had been sug- gested, but in deference to the volunteer firemen of the city, the -week of the holding of their State organi- zation was selected for these imposing exercises. From that time onward, the firemen worked to secure success, and the result no doubt exceeded the ex- pectations of the most sanguine. Early in the year, the Firemen's Union was formed, and they proved the great power which made failure an impossibilit)'. So fully impressed were the citizens of the city and county with what the firemen would and could do, that until almost the last moment, many had an idea that the Centennial celebration would be merely -a "firemen's jollification," and nothing more. Those who knew what herculean efforts were being made to make each day's ceremonies grand and imposing, -and spoke hopefully of the week's displays, had little sympathy. As each day passed with renewed Centennial splendor, the mass of the people only be- gan to realize the crowning success which ever awaits the efforts of united and energetic association. The firemen's display was no mere "jollification." '23(j Centenary Memorial. It was the representation of usefulness, bravery and honor, and came as a fitting close to the great Cen- tennial week. The men who have no fear in time of danger turned out strong. Pennsylvania was not only represented, but from New Jersey, Maryland and the A'irginias came the flower of volunteer fire- men, alike a credit to themselves and the States they represented. The magnificent -weather, like that of the entire week, served to keep up the general joy, and it was the subject of remark that the clerk of the weather had a choice, and selected a lot of sunshine on hand, manufactured expressly for Harrisburg's Centennial week. All A\>dnesday afternoon, that night, and Thurs- ilay morning the visiting firemen began to pour into the city. They came in all colors of uniforms — but they had on their business clothes, and could fight fire in them. They meant business, too, as was shown by the many ways in which they went about getting their line in order for marching. Their apparatus was in perfect condition, and only needed a little shine here and there to make them veritable pic- tures. The city was crowded, and it is not putting too high an estimate on the number to say that 40,- 000 strangers were here. The railroads all ran extra excursion trains, which were crowded. Large special excursion parties were organized in near-by towns, which came early and thronged the streets. As on previous days, it was almost impossible to move, so dense was the crowd. All the fire companies were accompanied by many friends. The Fourth Day. 237 All night long the cling and clang of preparation went on, and the boom of the drum was heard every minute in the night. As the visitors reached the houses of their guests they were received with cheers and the ringing of bells. Many people did not go to bed at all, but roamed the streets, following bands and seeing companies received, ^^^ith all the excite- ment there was no disorder. The firemen were early on the move in the morning, and Chief Marshal J. K Blundin had his hands full receiving reports and giving directions to his large staff of officers. At 10 o'clock the companies were formed into line and marched to their respective assignments. They were sturdy men in those lines, ready for duty when duty called, and fully deserving of all the homage that the city could tender them. And there remain- ed no doubt that the people observed and appreciated these facts. The display of apparatus was of a high order of excellence. Every engine and hose carriage shone and glinted in the rays of the sun, while order and care were apparent from one end of the line to the other. Especial attention was paid to the older firemen or those who had done duty in the past. Among these were the splendid body of men from Philadelphia known as the A^olunteer Firemen's Asso- ciation. They were veterans without a doubt, and showed up in elegant style. The Bradford Exempt Fire Company was one of the most notable in line, their exceedingly handsome personal appearance causing the ladies to follow them with admiring eyes in every street. There was not a man among them 238 O'ldaiary Memorial. who was not well-built and good looking; all were big, stalwart gentleman, among them being fifteen, none of Avhom weighed less than 200 pounds. While here the latter wore entertained by the Hope com- pany of this city, a banquet being given to them on Tuesday evening and other especial attentions paid them. They were accompanied by the L. Emery, jr., band of twent}' -three pieces, with Prof. P. M. Black, leader. This was one of the best bands in the line; and during their stay they serenaded a number of prominent citizens, among -them being- Governor Pattison, < ren. Simon Cameron, Mayor AVilson and Col. Francis Jordan. Among other notable companies, were theAltoona men, whose evo- lutions while marching were loudly applauded. Too much praise cannot be bestowed upon the excellent appearance and management of our own firemen. Xot a company among them was lacking in any par- ticular. They were all composed of fine, sturdy men, neatly arrayed, and with apparatus that reflected the highest credit upon their attention and usefulness. Thej' covered themselves and the city with glory, and to them is gladly given the credit of furnishing a beautifiul and memorable finale to the centennial celebration. The route of procession, as directed by the marshals, was — Countermarch on Second street,, down Second to Chestnut, to Front, to Paxton, to Second, to Meadow Lane, to Third, to Market, to Fourth, to Reily, to Third, to Boas, to Two-and-a Half, to Briggs, to Third, to State, to Front, and dis- miss. Chief Marshal Blundin, with Assistant Marshal The Fourth Day. 239 Walters, was at Second and Market streets, and re- ceived the division marshals and others as they came to report. It was fifteen minutes after 11 when the order was given to "forward march ! " and the pro- cession moved off in the following order : Chief :Marshal, J. X. Blundin. Aids, James Walters, Paxton ; James B. Floyd, Friendship ; John P. Rupley, Hope ; Frederick J. (jleckner, AVashington Hose ; Frederick J. Gastrock, Citizen ; Charles F. Dawson, Mount A''ernon ; C. M. Davis, Good Will; Henry M. Kelley, Mount Pleasant; Amos Maley of Susquehanna, Blair Boll- mev and Ed. Grossman ; markers for the first division. Following the marshal and aids was a four horse barouche, in which was seated the old veteran ex- Chief Engineer George C. Eager. The Citizen Fire Company, of which he is a member, presented him with a very handsome floral offering 1 lofore leaving their house to join the procession. First Division. This division was composed of the guests of the Friendship Fire Company of B[arrisburg. No labor had been spared to make a fine display, and the ef- forts of the company were amply rewarded, as will be seen by the array of visitors appended. It was headed by a platoon of chief and visiting engineers, as follows : E. Zitzelman, chief engineer of Scranton fire de- parement ; John P. Dillinger, chief engineer of Allen- town fire department; J. W. Harberson, chief engi- neer of Lebanon fire department ; John Welsh, chief 24:() Centenary Memorial. enfjfineer, and Thomas Magee and A\^m. Grimwood, first and second assistant engineers, of Plarrisburg. A platoon of ex-chiefs of our own department fol- lowed : Albert "W^elper, of the Hope, Andrew Schlayer, of tlie Friendship, George Y Gorl,of the Friendship) Isaiah Reese, of the Good Will, and ex-Chief John Mayer, of Altoona fire dejiartment. The division was marshaled by W. E. Barnes. In almost every case the visiting chiefs and ex-chiefs carried elegant silver horns, with elaborate floral decorations. The Spring Garden Band, of York, with twenty pieces. The ^'igilant Fire Company of York, Harry Smallbrooke, foreman ; Joseph Butt, assistant foreman. The men were equipped with regula- tion black hat, blue flannel .shirts, black pants, white tie and gloves. Black fatigue caps were worn on their belts. Their elegant Button steamer, glittering in nickled splendor, was drawn by four magnificent Percheron greys, driven by A. K. Keever, of this city, and in charge of Assistant Engineers JVIichael Spangler and Edward Strine, of the Vigilant. Ironville Band, of Lancaster county, with sixteen pieces of music, under the leadership Aaron Eshleman. The Vigilant, No. 2, of Columbia ; marshaled by Martin Smith, Edward Beck and Patrick Moriarty. Men equipped in red regulation ■hats, red shirts, white scarfs and black pantaloons. Attached to belts were white duck fatigue caps ; headed by four pioneers, four men bearing branch-pipes and four with handsome silver lamps. Their pretty Clapp & Jones steamer was drawn by four elegant bays, driven "by B. Houser, of this city. The Vigilant boys are a fine looking set of men, and were much admired for their gentlemanly deportment. Worth Infantry Band, of York, Pa., 20 pieces, led by P. A. Waltman. Union Fire Company, No. 3, of York, Pa., marshaled by James Reeling, assisted by Foreman Samuel Fruett. The men were equipped in black regulation hat, with silver shield, black pantaloons, red shirt and black fatigue caps. The company drew their beautiful parade ■carriage, which was handsomely trimmed and much admired. Beneath Tlie Fourth Day. 241 the carriage, with red, white and blue collar, was their favorite Newf Foundland dog, " Jacket." Millerstown Band, of Millerstown, Pa., 22 pieces. Vigilant Fire Company, No. 2, of Altoona, under the control of Chief Marshal William Westfall and Assistant Marshal Joseph Bennett. The company had no apparatus. It carried in line an elegant Ameri- can flag, presented to it in 1881, at Reading, by the citizens, for having the second finest steamer in the line. Alderman B. F. Rose, one of the oldest firemen in the state, accompanied the Vigilant. As a march- ing company it took high rank. The men were equipped in dark blue overcoats, green regulation hats, with silver shield and gold letters, green belts and fatigue caps. Citizen's Cornet Band, of Hummelstown, under the directorship of Capt. David Hummel, with 27 pieces, preceded the next sub-division who came in the following order ■ Eight representatives of the Friendship Fire Company, No. 1 , of Wilmington, Del., in citizens attire, with white and gold badges on lap- pel of coats. Preceding the Friendship was a four-horse barouche, in which were, seated Alexander Ramsey, ex-governor of Minnesota; A. E. Kapp, of Northumberland; Bucher Ayers, of Phila- delphia, and Chambers Dubbs, of Harrisburg ; this was followed by a carriage, drawn by a pair of greys, occupied by C. A. Landy, of Chicago ; C. M. Anstett, chairman of the fire committee, of Bethlehem; S. Charles Seckelman, ex-chief of the Bethlehem fire department, and G. W. Wales, of this city, agent for the Eureka Hose Company, of New York. Then fol- lowed another barouche, drawn by a handsome pair of blacks, with visiting representatives of fire depart- ments. The next vehicle, drawn by a fine pair of black horses, was occupied by James A. Green, vice president of State Firemen's Association; W. W. 17 242 Centenary Memorial. Wunder, of Reading, secretary of the State Associa- tion ; D. A. McCullen, assistant engineer of the Wil- mington, Del., tire department, and John McCaffery, ex-assistant engineer of same department. Friendship Fire Company, No. i, of this city, marshaled by William H. Lynch, assisted by John Faerster; equipped in dark blue pantaloons, black regulation hats, with red shields, red flannel shirts, and white gloves. The column was flanked by two men bearing red silk guidons lettered in gold, and headed by a platoon of eight pioneers, and one of eight, bearing branch pipes, deco- rated with flowers. The hose cart, drawn by two dark greys, was decked in floral beauty and finished with a very pietty star of flowers and evergreens, carrying Coroner George F. Shindler. Their steamer, " Marion Verbeke," drawn by four blacks, driven by C. A. Kitzmiller, was also beautifully bedecked \vith floral designs, and shone with polished splendor. The company deserved great credit for the division under their care. SECOND DIVISION. The visiting companies of this division were the guests of the Hope Fire Company, No. 2, of this city. From the fact that two especially well-drilled com- panies, competing for the elegant gold marching medal, were guests of the Hope, this division attract- ed marked attention. A platoon of visiting marshals headed the Hope's division. The Altoona band, 32 pieces, lead by Jule A. Neff, fiurnished the music for this section of the procession. Altoona Fire Company, No. 2, headed the column with an elegant large banner of blue silk, with their company motto lettered in gold, supported by four of their number. The men were equipped with reg- ulation red hats with white shields, red shirts, black pantaloons and white duck leggings, white neck scarf and white gloves. Every man was armed with a highly polished pioneer ax. Drill commander Col. Maiden Valentine took his men through a manuel of arms that was pecu- liar and new. The manoeuvring and drill of this company was ex- The Fourth Day. 243 ceedingly fine and attracted marked attention. At every turn of the procession tlie company's superb drilling elicited rourids of applause. Metropolitan Band of Philadelphia, twenty-five pieces, under the directorship of Thomas Lachell. Philadelphia Volunteer Fire Association vi'as headed by an elegant silk banner, elaborately painted, and four blue silk guidons. This fine body of old "timers" was well handled by Chief Marshal William Delaney, with William Kidd as aid and James Hood, George Young and Thomas Moore as assistant marshals. This company, composed of eighty men, drew their elegant parade carriage, of w"hite, picked in gold and carmine, mt\i reel of linen hose, and handsomely ornamented with floral designs. The men were equipped with grey overcoats, black reg- ulation hats, black fatigue caps, black pantaloons and belt, and carried United States flags, presenting a pleasing and attractive appearance. Friendship Cornet Band of Winchester, W. Va., with twenty-one pieces, led by T. H. Hoffman. Friendship Fire Company of Winchester, W. Va., marshaled by Capt. Hardy, were equipped with dark blue pantaloons, white regulation hats, with silver front lettered in gold, white shirts with large red collar. Each man carried an ax or branch pipe. Williamsport, Maryland, Band, twenty-one pieces, under the leader- ship of McHenry Steffey. Independent Junior Fire Company, of Hagerstown, Md., was mar- shaled by Alexander M. Roberts, assisted by George Freidinger; men equipped in black pantaloons, red shirts, white scarfs, green regulation hats with gold shields, and white caps. Eight pioneers, with white ties and olive collars, headed the column. Their pretty Silsby steamer, a. perfect mass of emblazoned nickel, was drawn by four magnificent greys, driven by T. Born, of Hagerstown. Following was a neat parade spider, painted in pea green, with handsome silver mountings, drawn by a pair of black steeds. Lewis Emery, Jr., Band, of Bradford, Pa., with twenty-two pieces, under the directorship of P. N. Black. Bradford Exempts, of Bradford. A great deal had been said of this organization long ere it reached the city, and when the people caught sight of Drum Major J. J. Lane they breathed a sigh of relief, inasmuch as they realized that the long-expected Exempts were close at hand. The reputation that preceded this company was fully supported by them in the elegant appearance they made in the pageant. They were equipped 244 Centenary Mennorial. in grey overcoats, white belts, regulation black hats with white frontis- pieces, black pantaloons, white scarfs, and buff gloves. They presented an elegant appearance, and were the recipients of marked attention. Liberty Cornet Band of Middletown, twenty-four pieces, led by Val- entine Baumbaugh, followed by the Sons of Veterans' Drum Corps, Camp 15, thirteen men. Hope Fire Company, No. 2, Harrisburg, marshaled by the President, Al. T. Black, with John Wells, William McCoy, and Jacob Kohler assistants. Three beautiful flags, one State flag, one national colors, and the other a new company flag, elegantly painted and edged with bullion fringe. The column was headed by a platoon of eight pioneers. The entire company numbered seventy-seven men, equipped with regu- ulation hats, dark blue pantaloons, white gloves and scarfs, and black fatigue caps. Almost every member of the company was supplied with a tastefully arranged bouquet. Company drew their beautiful parade carriage, which was apparently a mass of solid silver. Their service carriage was drawn by two greys. The steamer was drawn by four blacks, driven by Dennis Dougheny. The St. Thomas Cornet Band, of St. Thomas, Franklin county, twenty pieces, led by John Kessel. Junior Hose Company of Chambersburg, marshaled by Captain George Pensinger. Uniform — blue shirt, trimmed with white, white leggings. Each member carried a branch pipe, and they were much admired for their marching. The Juniors are all young men, their uniform was handsome, and their splendid appearance gained them much applause. It may be said here that the Altoonas were given the right and the Juniors the left of the line because of their fine marching. THIRD DIVISION. Charles P. Meek, chief marshaL Thomas Earnest, assistant marshal; Capt. H. C. Krebbs, marshal of the Sarah Zane ; Chas. F. Gilmore, marshal of Washington Company, of Coatesville, Pa. The guests of the Citizen. Sarah Zane Cornet Band, of sixteen pieces, with Edgar F. Snapp, leading. Sarah Zane Fire Company, No. 3, of Winchester, W. Va., were ■equipped in dark blue pantaloons, shirt, regulation hat and white gloves. The Fourth Day. 245 The company had a handsomely decorated parade carriage. The head of this column was lead by two pioneers and three men carrying branch pipes. The Sarah Zane carriage had an arch upon it, on which could be plainly read " Pride of Sarah Zane," the same having been presented by the Citizen, of Harrisburg, about a year previous. Star Band, of Coatesville, with twenty-one pieces, under the leadership of George Russell. Washington Fire Company, of Conshohocken, Pa., marshaled by John A. Harrold. Uniform — long blue overcoat, regulation fire hat ; no ap- paratus. Washington Fire Company, of Coatesville, also marshaled by Capt. Harrold, were equipped in regulation hats and dark blue overcoats. No apparatus. Washington Hose Company, of Coatesville, Mordecai Markwood, chief marshal; chief engineer, George W. Brooks. Sixty men entered the parade, drawing a pretty bedecked spider. The vehicle was painted in green, Avith gold relief The carriage was certainly beautiful, and it is doubtful whether it was equaled in the entire line. The New Cumberland Cornet Band of twenty-two pieces, under the direction of Rush Dugan. Following was a double teamed barouche, in which was ensconced Daniel A. Kepner, John B. Tomlinson and C. F- Coates, old veteran firemen. A notable fact in this connection is that Messrs. Coates, Tomlinson and Geo. C. Fager are tb e last remaining mem- bers of the original Citizen organization, and Mr. Kepner was a member of the old Harrisburg Fire Company, from which sprang the Citizen company. Citizen, No. 3, marshaled by Chief Thomas J. Earnest, assisted by T. F. Townsend. The men were attired in regulation uniform from top to toe, having regulation black hats, black pantaloons, red shirt, black belt and white tie, with buff cuffs and gloves. The column was headed by a platoon of four pioneers and four pipemen. The members of the company drew their handsome parade carriage, beautifully dec- orated with floral designs. The service carriage was drawn by two iron greys, driven by W. J. Meek. The steamer was drawn by four stout iron greys, driven by Peter Scrivner. The apparatus was prettily decked in flowers and bunting. ■246 Ceiifennnj MentoridL FOURTH DIVISION. The fourth division was one of much excellence. The members of it were tlie Wa.shington Hose and their guests, who were the Good Intent, of Pottsville. The division was headed by Frederick -J. Cleckner, aid to the chief marshal. They marched without faltering, and everything that could be was done to insure the success with which they met. The Third Brigade Band, of Pottsville, one of the best in the state, in strict military style, thirty-two men, under the leadership of J. I. Alexander. Good Intent Engine Company, of Pottsville, marshaled by Peter White, assisted by Chief Engineer Fred. Meisninkel, of Pottsville. The men wore a peculiar, yet attractive, uniform. The overcoats were black, pants black and hats black, yet there were features that made them attractive. White frontispieces decked the hats, and fine red badges filled an apjjropriate place on their brea-Sls. They numbered sixty-five men, and had with them a fine hose carriage, decorated, on which was seated a boy fireman. Their large engine was drawn by four plumed horses. Elizabeth Band, twenty-one pieces, L. Sheetz leader, gave fine marching music. Washington Hose Company, of Harrisburg. George W. Simmers was marshal, assisted by others. The men \\'ore bright red shirts and hand- some fire hats, the frontispiece of which flashed in the sunlight like bayonets. They had twenty-five men in line, and were followed by their hose carriage, upon which were seated David F. Jauss and Levi Wolfinger, old members of the company, with John Brown as driver. FIFTH DIVISION. The fifth division was made up of a fine hook and ladder display, under the charge and the guests of the Mt. A'ernon Hook and Ladder Company, of this city. They handled their division in a manner highly creditable, and had as their guests the Pioneer, of Hager.stown; Empire, of Carlisle; and Good Intent, The Fourth Day. 247 of Sunbury. E. B. Hoffman was marshal of the divi- sion, and with him marched "W H. Armstrong, of Hagerstown ; J. D. Einstein, of Carlisle ; W. H. Adams, of Sunbury, representatives of the various companies in line. Hagerstown Band, of seventeen pieces, John Lockbaugh, leader. Pioneer of Hagerstown, Md., marshaled by George H. Fisher and W. C. Lane. The men marched well for an undrilled organization. Grey shirts and white hats with red trimmings, and the usual black pants made up their uniforms. Their hook and ladder truck was drawn by four greys, the only decoration being a handsome wreath. Carlisle Brass Band, L. C. Faber, leader, and twenty-one pieces. Empire Hook and Ladder Company, of Carlisle, headed by James Durnin, George Ramsey, James Martin and Wm. Shrom. Michael Minnich, marshal. The men wore red shirts, red hats with black frontispieces and white badges. Truck in line drawn by four horses covered with light red blankets lettered in black. The " Hivers," as they are familiarly called at home never looked better. Their truck was decorated in an attractive manner. Sunbury Cornet Band, twenty-three members, under the leadership of Joseph Kline. Good Intent, of Sunbury. Blue badges, surrounded by old gold, adorned handsome blue shirts that added to the beauty of helmet hats worn by the members. William H. Adams, marshal, and Peter Rocka- fellow and William Hoffman as assistants ; while Messrs. Dietz, Simp- son, Shipman and Sinsox led the line. They made a fine showing. Four plumed bays pulled their truck. State Capital Band, of Harrisburg, thirty-one pieces, W. P. Chambers, leader, and, as customary, excellent music was rendered. Mt. Vernon, of Harrisburg, George Huston and Ross Blosser, mar- shals. A handsome silk banner carried in line which bore the mottoes, " Veni, Vidi, Vici," of the company, presented by their lady friends July 4, 1879. Black firemen's hats, red shirts, doe skin gloves, white badges and white ties adorned the persons of the Mount Vernon boys ; and as the men are large, well formed and somewhat handsome in ap- pearance, they did not fail to cause much admiration and draw enough commendation from the ladies to place a bouquet in the hands of almost 248 Centenary Memorial. every member. The unique, handsome and valuable Hayes truck, drawn by four handsome horses, was decorated in fine style. The Mount Vernon never looked better. SIXTH DIVISION. The sixth division had the Paxton company for its proper management, and well did they sustain their reputation as a company that looks after details to please the public. Their guests were the RoUa Engine Company, Elizabeth, N. J. ; Vigilants, of Ro- anoke, Va.; and Union, of Carlisle. This division was admired as much as any in the line. Drake's Veteran Zouave Band, of Elizabeth, N. J., nineteen men, William Drake, leader. Rolla Engine Company, No. ^, of Elizabeth, N. J. This company had a mixed representation. J. Madison Drake, editor of the Sunday Leader, was marshal, and they had as their guests twenty-five veteran firemen dressed in citizen clothes with white helmets. These men invariably accompany the Rolla when away from the city. The pioneers of the Rolla were captained by John Benjamin. They wore fire red shirts, white hats with gold and red frontispieces, and marched like veteran soldiers. N. G. Smith was foreman, George Delvin first assist- ant, and H. Rudolph second assistant. They wore blue frock overcoats, and helmets. Forty men drew a handsome steamer, decorated and ornamented with a wreath and a pair of white doves. J. M. Smith, with Wm. Baker and B. F. Kramer, as assistants, marshaled the Vigilants of Roanoke, Va. Roanoke Machine Works Band, twenty-four pieces. N. J. Russe), leader. Vigilant Steam Fire Company, of Roanoke, Va. Green shirts with white trimmings and white hats was the majority uniform, yet green hats with red fronts were worn by the linemen. Without apparatus^ It was a company of which Roanoke may well be proud. A finer body of men never paraded the streets of this city. They were marshaled by W. F. Baker, his assistants being J'. D. Shade and B. F. Kramer; captain of the company, J. M. Smith. Union Fire Company Band of Carlisle, J. Dysert, leader, with sixteen men. They made excellent music and wore a full military dress suit. The Fourth Day. 249" Union Steam Fire Engine of Carlisle, E. J. Krause, carrying the handsome silk banner presented to them a few days prior by Mrs. James Bosler. Masters Reily and Shaeffer supported the banner. The marshal was Edward Brindle, and James Richards, assistant. The men wore a novel shirt. It was red trimmed with blue on the breast, while the hats were black with red frontispieces and red inlaid letters. Six- teen file men led off. Their handsome new parade carriage, valued at Si, 500, and one of the handsomest seen in line, was drawn by the men. A spider carriage, labeled "Union, 1784," drawn by a mule with a blanket inscription "Loco Gets There," was in charge of a boy. This company, both in number and bearing, was a fine body of men, and greatly admired. The end of this division was the only historical portion of the entire parade. Ten men dressed in all the costumes characteristic of the Indians and representing the tribes of John Harris' days, headed the division. Dan. Weaver was chief of the squad of imitation red men. Paxton Band, twenty-one members, Willis Fountain, leader. Paxton Fire Company of Harrisburg, John W. Lyne, marshal, and Samuel ] )ickey and James Banford, assistants. They were followed bjr A. E. Schreadly and John Lyne, as guidon bearers, and O. A. Griffith with a stand of colors. Reuben Bender, president. Eight men with axes and pipes and all carrying bouquets came next. They were fol- lowed by sixty-one men with new blue shirts, handsome hats and gold satin ties. They presented an attractive appearance and came in for a lib- eral share of favors from the many spectators. On their hose carriage were a number of small boy firemen, while their steamer, "John Harris," was drawn by four gray horses. SEVENTPI DIVISION. The seventh division was composed of the Good Will and their invited guests, the Liberty Steam Fire Engine Company, of AUentown ; the Shawanee Hose Company, of Columbia ; the Columbia Steam Fire Engine Company, of Columbia ; the Nay- Aug Hose 250 Centenary Memorial. Company, of Scranton; the Washington Independ- ent Steam Fire EngineCompany,of Sunbury, andthe Reily Hose Company, No. 10, of tliis city. Tlie head of the seventh was made up of George W. Lutzi president of the Good Will, marshal, and Peter Rhoads, John Porter and Aug. .Steinman, assistant marshals. Chief Engineer Isaiah Reese, of the Good Will steamer, in full uniform, carrj-ing silver fire horn, followed by a platoon, in which was AV. H. Albright, oftheLil^erty Steam Fire Engine Company, of York; Alfred B. Reichenbach, chief marshal of the Liberty Steam Fire Engine Companj-, of Allentown, with his assistants, John D. i\Iurray, John HufFort, and Oscar Mink, all wearing attractive and hand- some uniforms. A. S. Steinmetz was in charge of the division marker. George W. jMumma, ex-first assistant chief engineer of the Good "\M11 company, was also with the oflicers on the right of the divi- sion; the companies in the following order: The AUentown Cornet Band, twenty pieces, led by Prof. Martin Klin- ger. The band wore a neat military uniform of blue cloth with gold trimmings. Liberty Steam Fire Engine Company, Allentown. President Geo. Kline, foreman ; William Morrel and assistant Chief Engineer Muench, of the Liberty, of Allentown, each carrying a silver horn, and preceded by the officers, forming a platoon. They were equipped with blue shirts, enameled leather belts with company's name, regulation fire flats, white neck ties, gauntlets, and light linen fatigue caps. The Lib- erty were on their way home from a visit to York, and brought no appa- tus with them. This company was made up of good material, had many fine looking young men, and marched admirably. Columbia Cornet Band, eighteen pieces, led by J. D. Slade. They wore neat blue cloth uniforms, trimmed with gold, making >• very attractive appearance. The Fourth Day. 251 Shawanee Fire Company, No. 3, of Columbia, thirty members, mar- shaled by Charles C. Cassidy, assisted by J. Kauffman and Thomas Tuley. At the front were twelve pioneers, eight carrying branch pipes and four axmen. The Shawanee boys wore handsome uniforms — black pants, red shirts, New York regulation hats, white neck ties, monogram and "3" in green figure on breast. The steamer, a Clapp & Jones build, was drawn by a pair of horses, and the bright work of the machine shone like a mirror. Fireman George H. Lutz had charge of the apparatus. The Newviile Keystone Cornet Band turned out seventeen pieces Charles Householder, Jr., leader. They wore handsome blue cloth ■uniforms, trimmed with gold, and blue cloth caps, navy pattern. Cumberland Steam Fire Engine Company, of Carlisle, had forty-five handsomely equipped men in line. At the front of the column was President James A. Green; Vice President Frank E. Spahr; Secretary Fred. Treibler, and Treasurer Peter A. Spahr. The company was mar- shaled by William Gephart. Third-class Button steamer, " Geo. B. McClellan," drawn by four horses. The steamer was handsomely bur- nished, and made a fine appearance. Nay-Aug Hose Company, No. i, of Scranton, thirty-five members, handsome silk flag inscribed " Nay-Aug Hose Company, Scranton, Pa., ■organized 1858." The Nay-Aug had among its make-up many splen- did looking young men. The officers were James Gilhool, foreman, F. W. Deitzelman, assistant. They had in line twenty-five members, wear- ing regulation fire hats, fine blue cloth coats, white enameled leather belts ■with "Nay-Aug" in raised letters, gauntlets and white neckties. They had no apparatus, having just returned from a visit to the New York firemen. Washington Steam Fire Engine Company, of Sunbury, thirty mem- l3ers,were led by Ed. S. Young, foreman; Julius Moesleme, first assistant engineer ; William H. Miller, treasurer. Uniformed in new red shirts, black pants, regulation white hats, white tie and black patent leather belts. Their third-class Silsby steamer was drawn by four-in-hand, very fine horses, adorned with red, white and blue cockades. West Fairview Band, twenty-six pieces, H. J. Dunbar, leader. Eight pioneers, four axmen and four branch pipemen of Reily Hose. G. W. Reily Hose Company, No. 10, had sixty-four equipped men in line. This was their first appearance in public, and they made an excellent display. They were uniformed as follows: Black pants, red shirts. 252 Centenary ' Memorial. white fatigue caps, and black silk ties. Reily hose carriage handsomely decorated, and drawn by the members. The company was officered as- follows : John Peifer, marshal, assisted by Albert Sible, Charles De- Haven and Stanley Marshall. Following the Reily Hose was an old time hand engine one hundred years old, which came originally from Philadelphia, and has been used at Pennsylvania State Lunatic Hospital since 1854. On the top sat a young lady, under « canopy of red silk, representing the Goddess of Liberty. She was attired in red, white and blue, with a wreath of golden wavy hair falling over her shoulders, and attracted much atten- tion along the route. William T. Hildrup Band, Prof Herman Newmyer, leader, turned out twenty-six pieces, in full uniform. Good Will Steam Fire Engine Company, George Kautz, chief mar- shal, Martin L. McComas and William Smith, assistants. Sixteen pioneers, bearing branch pipes and axes. The company turned out seventy-five men, wearing black pants, red shirts, regulation hats, black neck ties, gauntlets with monogram on shirt. They wore badges of white silk, tipped with blue, with a steam engine under monogram. Good Will hose carriage, drawn by a pair of cream-colored horses. William IC Verbeke, present City Controller, and the first president of the company, rode on this carriage over the route. Good Will steamer, "Wm. K. Verbeke, No. 7," drawn by four handsome greys. The steamer was literally covered with flowers, natural and artificial, and profusely decorated with bunting. EIGHTH DIVISION. The eighth division comprised the guests of the Mount Pleasant company, the lively and vigorous, organization on " Allison's Hill." It was headed by A. C. McKee, of the Mount Pleasant Fire Company, as marshal; C. Frederick, of the Friendship Fire Company, of Chambersburg ; Ira W. Kline, of the Hope, Manheim ; and H. D. Cushing, of the Martins- burg Fire Department, as assistants. The Junior Band, of Chambersburg, seventeen pieces, led by C. W. Eyster, handsomely uniformed and wearing helmet hats. The Fourth Day. 253 Friendship Steam Fire Engine Company, of Chambersburg, fifty members; William Miller, marshal, and William Henneberger and Henry Reby, assistants. They wore regulation fire hats, red shirts, pants, and gauntlets. Eight pioneers, four pipemen, and four axmen preceded the column. The rest of the members, except the officers, •carried parade axes. Their steamer was an Amoskeag, and was drawn Tjy four grey horses, with covers, on which " Friendship, of Chambers- burg,'' was conspicuous. Mechanics Band, of Martinsburg, twenty-five pieces, led by Jacob Watson. Their uniform consisted of handsome navy blue coats, with gilt trimmings, and navy caps. Martinsburg, West Virginia, Fire Company, uniformed in red shirts, white caps, black pants, and white duck caps ; C. O. Lambert, marshal, and Charles Diffenbach, assistant. Their Silsby steamer was drawn by Wm. T. Hildrup's four Norman horses. . Manheim Cornet Band, led by Clarence H. Young, had nineteen pieces, the members wearing blue cloth coats, gilt trimming, navy pattern •caps and grey pants. Hope Hose Company, of Manheim, numbered forty-one men, C. Bear, marshal, with Messrs. Behm and Houser, assistants. They wore Ted hats, red shirts, dark pants and white neck ties. They had in line an old hand engine of one hundred years ago. A transparency on its top read: "Hope No. I, of Manheim," "Our first apparatus, organized A. D. 1825, incorporated, A. D. 1874." Two old fire buckets labeled ■"Hope, 6 and 7," and "Farmers Bank, 8 and 9," were on the platform. The levers were two iron contrivances like pump handles, one on each iside. The old chuck-frames are still kept in the quaint looking little box. Citizens Band, of Churchville, Jacob Strite, leader, twenty-five pieces, was uniformed in handsome new swallow-tailed coats, trimmer with gold, and caps of navy pattern. Mt. Pleasant Hose Company, No. 8, was marshaled by John Fitting, -and paraded forty-four men. The head of the procession was led by •eight pioneers. The men wore regulation hats, red shirts, white cuffs, gauntlets, with white enameled belts with figure " 8 " in raised letters •on them. Their carriage was handsomely trimmed and drawn by a pair of grey horses. 254 Centenary Memorial. NINTH DIVISION. This division comprised the guests of the Susque- hanna Hose Company, of South Harrisburg. As the- company was a new one, they were given few guests, but they treated them most royally. The marshal of the division was George Drawby. Middletown Cornet Band, Valentine Baumbaugh, leader, with twen- ty-eight pieces. The Liberty Steam Fire Engine Company, of Middletown, had seventy-five members in line, led by Harry Hippie. They were uniformed in black pants, red shirts and regulation fire hats, neckties and gauntlets. Their steamer which is the oldest in the State, was drawn by four black horses Paxton Cornet Band, of Linglestown, nineteen pieces, Joseph F. R. Lingle, Leader. They wore handsome blue cloth coats, swallow-tailed pattern, trimmed with gold lace, and white plumes on hats. Susquehanna Hose Company, No. 9. The uniform consisted of red shirts, black pants, white caps and white enameled leather belts with figure "9" on front. Their carnage was drawn by the members. It was decorated with s double arch of evergreens, interspersed with flowers and bunting. On the apex of the arches was a large figure "9" in the top center of which swung a blood-finch. There were also a. number of other pretty birds, notably a white heron, a. South American, parrot and other birds among the decoration. One year ago to the day the Susquehanna Hose Company was organized and this was a big celebration of the anniversary. The company turned out sixty-five men, all handsomely equipped. Martain Kain was marshal and Law- rence O'Connell, assistant. Their hose carriage was as bright as a new dollar. SUMMARY OP THE PKOCESSION. Total in first division, 405 Total in second division, .... 652 Total in third division, 302 Total in fourth division, . . . 143 Total in fifth division, 269- The Fourth Day. 255 Total in sixth division, . . 382 Total in seventh division, . . 395 Total in eighth division, .... . 257 Total in ninth division, . 177 Grand total, . . . . 2982 The parade moved over the route as published, and was greeted on every hand with manifestations of the greatest pleasure by the thousands who witnessed its marching. Many of the firemen were presented with bouquets and banners and flags, and every man who carried a trumpet had the mouth of it closed by a huge bunch of flowers. It took an hour and a half to pass a point, and then the marching was rapid. At two o'clock the parade was dismissed, and the various Harrisburg companies took their guests to large halls and gave them a substantial luncheon, at which there were many speeches and much mer- rymaking. So ended the big firemen's display of the Harrisburg centennial celebration, alike a credit and an honor to those gallant men who planned it and so successfully carried it to a magnificent end- ing. It was fitting that the event should go out in a blaze of glory, and we do not think any body of men are more capable of giving it that aspect than the firemen. The Fire Company Decorations. In this historical record of the celebration, the fol- lowing description of the artistic decorations made by each company, who so royally entertained their guests, is worthy of preservation : '256 Centenary Memorial. The Friendship company's double arch w&s a picture of artistic skill and graceful elegance. It was trimmed with spruce, liberally punctuated with miniature flags. The arch at the top was peaked, and this projection was occupied by a gilt globe, and three handsome flags arranged in fan shape. Be- neath the arch were graceful festoons of bunting, amid which was suspended a flower-covered frame in the shape of a " Keystone " a large figure " 1 " in- dicative of the rank which the comjjany holds in the department. Tri-colored flags were tastefully arranged on the sides, near the bases of the four posts of the arch, and at regular points along the curves of the arches themselves hung cylindric Chinese lanterns. Beautiful rustic fountains were located at each base of the four posts. The cupola of the house was trimmed with flags and flag bunt- ing. The large gilt eagle under the cupola held in its beak a wreath of spruce and flowers, and the -large gilt figure " 1 " on the building was surrounded wath a similar decoration. The end pilasters of the building were draped with flag bunting, gathered and confined in the center with rosettes. A strip of flag bunting ran along the building between the first and second story, in the center of which was the word "Welcome." A gas jet star surmounted the central door, while flower wreaths and the figures " 1785 " and " 1885" occupied places just above each of the side doors. There were a few minor decora- i;ive features, which, with those above described, com- bined to form a very handsome representation of .artistic adornment. The Fourth Day. 257 The Hope decorations were of a very elaborate nature, and commanded universal admiration. The arch was a double one, and was trimmed with flags, bunting and small shields. It was surmounted by a statue of Liberty, holding a shield in the left hand and a folded American flag in the right hand. Above the head was a gas jet star, and directly below the feet a shield and anchor. The arch was festoon- ed with bunting and laurel, well sprinkled with Chinese lanterns. Directly under the arch was the words "Hope,"— "1814"— "Welcome," in gas jets, the latter word being flanked with star gas-jets. On the pillars supporting the arches were pedestal-shaped brackets, each containing life-sized " dummy " fire- men, the one dressed in modern and the other in an- cient fireman's dress. At the base of the pillars were pots of exotic plants, and a few feet distant on either side of the street were two very handsome rustic fountains. The decorations of the house were profuse and beautiful. The apex of the cupola was suriQounted with four flags in an upright position, while many other smaller flags occupied positions near them. Directly over the top of the cornice of the building was a large arch of looped red, white and blue bunting, in the center of which was a small shield, and the word " Hope " in large gilt block let- ters. At either side of the arch were beautiful double stars. Directly beneath the cornice was a large American flag, reaching across the entire build- ing. This was gathered up in the center, and at the loop a large gilt eagle, supporting in its beak a long 18 258 Centenary Memorial. piece of bunting which fell on either side, in graceful curves, to the beaks of smaller gilt eagles over each of the two end windows. Below the large central eagle were wreaths and double stars, with a hand- some picture of a young fireman. The pilasters of the building were covered with narrow red and white striped muslin and decorated with wreaths and shields, the latter containing the State coat of arms. The large arch of the central door-way was draped in pleated blocks of red, white and blue bunting, so arranged as to convey the idea of a sun- burst. The two side entrance doors were arched with spruce, thickly sprinkled with miniature flags, and the brick panels between the pilasters above and at the sides were draped with white and blue striped muslin. There were many other embellishments of a minor nature on the house and the premises. Enough, however, is here stated to give the reader an idea of what the Hope achieved in the way of handsome decorations. We have only to add that in performing their pleasant labor the derived very valuable assistance from the lady friends of the com- pany. The Citizen Fire Company had two arches — a double one at the intersection of Fourth and Walnut, and a single one on Fourth street, opposite their building. The double arch was of spruce and miniature flags, loopings of bunting and Chinese lanterns. A " dummy " fireman stood on the top and attracted much attention. The single arch, op- posite the company's building, was likewise covered The Fourth Day. 259 with spruce and miniature flags, and festooned with bunting. Beneath was suspended a handsome ban- ner of blue silk, containing the words : "Welcome to the Visiting Firemen." A supplementary banner of white muslin was attached to this, contaning the words : " Citizen, No. 3." Both of the arches were connected together by long strips of bunting with very pleasing effect. The building was hand- somely decorated. The cupola ornate with flags, streamers and shields. Each of the windows and central doorway were draped with flag bunting. A gas jet star, with the letters : "Welcome Firemen," also in gas jets, surmounted the central doorway. Above these was a handsome picture representing a startling fire scene. Beautiful wreaths and Chinese lanterns completed the decorations. The Washington Hose Company's arch was of striped bunting, gathered in at the sides, thus form- ing an opening suggestive of a tent entrance. The apex was surmounted with a large figure "4," flanked on either side with small flags. A second and smaller arch fronted the main entrance to the house. This, however, was formed of spruce and miniature flags. From the center dropped a wreath of small flags, a string of globular Chinese lanterns was suspended across the street. The decorations of the building were beautiful in their simplicity. A large United States flag occupied the apex. Draperies of bunting and spruce festooned with flags occupied suitable points, and there were two shields on the upper front of the structure, each bearing the word "Welcome." 260 Centenary Memorial. A picture of ^Vashington surmounted the central door of the building. The arch of the Mt. Vernon Hook and Ladder Company was trimmed with flag bunting, and wreathed, screw-like, with laurel and spruce. At the parts where the arch sprung from the posts were shields and pedestal-like projections, containing pots of choice exotic plants. Handsome Chinese lanterns hung below the sweep of the arch, and on the top over the center were shields and small flags. The pilasters of the building were draped with simple as well as flag bunting, and further ornamented mth wreaths of laurel. Over the large central doorw ay on a piece of flag bunting, was the word "Welcome,", surrounded by a wreath of laurel. Altogether the decorations were very handsome. The double arch of the Paxton boys was a very handsome combination of bunting, spruce and mini- ature flags. Suspended beneath were graceful loojas of bunting, and from the center depended a small wreath surrounding a stuffed " shitepoke," the tutelar divinity of the district in days " lang syne," when to be a " shitepoker " was esteemed an honor of no little degree, and as if to remind the. present generation of that fact, directly beneath the " bird " was a label bearing the words " It never dies." At the four bases of the arch were pots of choice exotics. A smaller arch, parallel with the sideway, fronted the main doorway of the company's building, and was likewise tastefully trimmed with spruce and miniature flags The building itself was replete with decorative The Fourth Day. 261 drapery. The cupola of the structure was artistically dressed with small flags, and alternate lengths of red and white bunting arranged vertically. The front pilasters of the main structure were covered with flag bunting. Curtains of flag bunting were looped gracefully at each of the windows. Above the prin- ciple door, the space between the pilasters was occu- pied with red and white bunting draped in the shape of an immense sun-burst. Below this was a framed picture of the attempt to burn .John Harris. Smaller sun-bursts occupied a place over each one of the two side doorways. Altogether the decorations of the building and its surroundings formed a picture that gave the spectator a very enlarged view of the liber- ality and good taste of the Paxton company. The Good Will Fire Company were commended for the variety and beauty of their decorations. Their large double. arch was trimmed with spruce and miniature flags. The bases of the poles were wrap- ped with red, white and blue muslin, which formed a very pretty contrast with the green of the arch. The arch was handsomely festooned with bunting, and Chinese lanterns gave additional attraction to its appearance. The steeple of the building was thick with small flags, bunting and spruce wreaths. Long guy cords reaching from the two front corners of the building to the summit of the flag staff, were also strung their entire length with small flags, with very pleasing effect. A large United States flag, spread across the front of the building, was looped up in the center and trimmed with spruce. Long pieces of red, 262 Centenary Memorial. white and blue bunting, lozenge shaped and ex- panded in the center, occupied a large portion of the front pilasters, and were alike pretty and novel. A belt of white and blue bunting was stretched across the building below the second story windows, and there was an arch of spruce and bunting above the main entrance door, underneath, which, in large letters, was the word "Welcome." Arches of flags, bunting and spruce were also over each of the side doors, and these inclosed large stars, within which were portraits of Lincoln and Washington. The Calder street side of the house was also replete with flags, bunting and wreaths of laurel and spruce. The Allison' Hill boys of the Mt. Pleasant, No. 8, put their best foot forward. They erected two fine single arches near their handsome new house, which were tastefully decorated with evergreens, bunting, flags, etc. From three flag-staffs, planted at the three corners of their house, floated beautiful streamers lettered " Chambersburg," " Martinsburg," and " Harrisburg," — the first two names in compli- ment of their guests from the places designated. Around the top of the west front of their house, and around the corners of the belfry Chinese lanterns and flags were secured, and a beautiful flag floated from the tall staff on the cupola. The interior of their house was handsomely decorated — all kinds of devices being used for the purpose. On the Howard street side of their house the Mount Pleasant com- pany made a very handsome triangular plot, nearly the entire length of the building, in the center of The Fourth Day. 263 which was a mystic fountain and beautiful ferns. The Susquehanna Hose Company, one of the youngest in the department, and occupying an un- pretentious small frame structure, gave evidence that in matters of taste they were quite equal to their brother firemen. The arch in front of their building was very handsomely trimmed with flags and spruce, and the building itself was covered with tri-colored and flag bunting, arranged in loops and otherwise, with a very handsome effect. The headquarters of the youngest company in the department — the Reily Hose, of West Harrisburg — was not behind the rest in decorations, circumstances considered. They had erected a handsome arch, trimmed it with taste, and displayed a profusion of flags, bunting and appropriate designs. The front of their house was draped in holidaj^ attire. ANTIQUARIAN DISPLAY. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. Henry McCormick, Chairman. Joshua M. Wiestling, Vice-Chairvian. Rudolph F. Kelker, Joseph Montgomery, Henry McCormick, Luther M. Simon, Joshua M, Wiestling, Adam K. Fahnestock, Cyrus J. Rees, Chas. S. Segelbaum, Elias Z. Wallower, Augustus R. Shellenberger,. Samuel McIlhenny, Wilson Elder, Secretary. LEBANON COUNTY AUXILIARY. Mrs. G. Dawson Coleman, Mrs. John B. McPherson, Mrs. David S. Hammond, Mrs. William M. Guilford, Mrs. John W. Killinger, Mrs. George W. Kline, Grant Weidman, Lebanon, Robert H. Coleman, Cornwall,, E. R. ILLIG, Millbach, Isaac Hoffer, Lebanon, J. H. Redsecker, Lebanon, J. P. S. Gobin, Lebanon. SPECIAL COMMITTEES. China — Old and New. Miss Hannah lanthe Johnson, Miss Sarah Beatty Egle, Miss Sarah Esther Harris, Miss Jane Irwin, Middletown, S. Bethel Boude. Church Furniture — Ancient and Modem. Mrs. James McCormick, Mrs. Warren A. Zollinger, Miss Caroline Pearson, Miss Emma Brady, Miss Matilda Cox, George R. Fleming. Ornaments — Jewelry, Silver, ^c. Mrs. Charles A. Kunkel, Miss Fanny M. Eby, Miss Susan Wierman, William P. Denehey. Wearing Apparel — Before 184.0. Mrs. Francis Wyeth, Mrs. F. Asbury Awl, Mrs. John C. Kunkel, Mrs. Eliza Espy Sergeant, Mrs. J. Montgomery Forster, William Sayford. Wearing Apparel — Since 1840. Mrs. Chas. L. Bailey, Miss Mirtha Orth Seller, Mrs. Robert E. Pattison, Mrs. Joseph Strouse, Miss Lavinia Dock, E. Jay Jones. Books of all Kinds — Old and New. Miss Anna C. Weir, William A. Kelker, Mrs. H. O. Witman, John B. Seal, Millersburg, Mrs. John W. Simonton, Miss Julia Snyder, Miss Bertha Witman. Glass — Old and New. Mrs. George Bergner, Miss Regina G. Calder, Miss Martha Buehler, Miss Elizabeth Bergner, Edwin M. Haldeman. The Antiquarian Display. 267 Musical Instruments — Ancient and Modern. Mrs. John R. Shoemaker, Alexander Roberts, Miss Georgiana Huston, Charles A. Bigler, Leonard H. Kinneard. Needle Work — Silk, Wool, Linen. Mrs. Richard J. Haldeman, Miss Jane J. Dull, Mrs. M. W. McAlarney, Miss Mary Whitman, Mrs. C. H. Brelsford, Miss Jennette Cameron, James M. Lamberton. -Relics of Indian Wars ; those of iyj6, 1812, 1846, and i8bi, including. Arms, Flags, Accoulerments and Clothing. Louis W. Hall, Edmund Mather, George Garverich, W. J. George, George E. Reed, Wilson C. Fox, Frank Kinneard. Implements of Early Husbandry. Leander N. Ott, Rockville, Gabriel Hiester, Estherton, J. J. Milleisen, Lower Paxtang, Dr. Thomas G. Fox, Hummelstown, J. Ed. Rutherford, Lochiel, John Motter, Harrisburg, John H. Backenstoe, South Hanover. Miscellaneous. Mrs. T. Rockhill Smith, Miss Emma Boas, Miss Isabella M. Hays, Mrs. Edward H. Hickok, Miss Rebecca Brown, William E. Bailey. Household and Kitchen Furniture, Bedding, Linen, &'c., of the Early Settlement. Mrs. George W. Reily, Miss Martha Orth Alricks, Mrs. William K. Cowden, Miss Mary Sergeant, Mrs. James Calder, Edward Z. Gross. Poiie ry — Old and New. Mrs. Joseph B. Ewing, Miss Ann Hackett, Mrs. Thomas Hammersly, Miss Margaret I. Boas, Mrs. Thomas Elder, Miss Helen Espy, Miss Mary Berghaus. 268 Centenary Memorial. Works of Art — Portraits, Engravings, Photographs, Crayons, St'c. LeRue Lemer, Miss Martha Pollock, Miss Bella Fager, Miss Sarah B. Chaj'ne, Miss Cora Martin. Indian Relics — Stone, Wood, Iron. W. E. Kirk, Lochiel, W. W. Geety, Dauphin, John Ringland, Middletown, Decorations. Mrs. Susan B. Ray, Mrs. D. L. Jauss, Mrs. George C. Bent, Mrs. B. Frank Etter, William T. Hildrup, jr. Coins, Currency, ^c, — Old and New. Mrs. Henry McCormick, Naudain Hamilton, Frank Deitrich, Newton H. Davies, Jeremiah Uhler, Benjamin M. Nead. Harris Memorial. Mrs. Isabella S. Kerr, Miss Nellie Pearson, Mrs. Elizabeth H. Kerr, Miss Mary W. Kerr. Grandmother' s Room. Mrs. Seneca G. Simmons, Miss Myra Simmons. The Antiquarian Display. 269 THE ANTIQUARIAN DISPLAY. To the Dauphin County Historical Society is due the credit for originating, what has been conceded on all sides the most unique, as it was the most suc- cessful, exhibition of the kind ever held in this or any other country — the Antiquarian Display of the Centennial of the City and County. Early in 1883, the subject was suggested by the Editor of this vol- ume, at a meeting of the Society. And in fact, when, at a subsequent date, a committee was appointed to take charge of the Centennial ceremonies, it was not then the intention that this committee should direct the entire ceremonies — but simply to control the ex- hibition and to prepare for the literary exercises. The message of Mayor Wilson, (previously referred to,) however, and the prompt action by the Citj^ Councils in appointing a similar committee to confer with the former, completely changed affairs, and be- fore the members of the Historical Committee were aware — of their number A. Boyd Hamilton, Esq., was the president, and Wilham H. Egle, M. D., gen- eral secretary, of the joint organization. The Anti- quarian Display, however, was not lost sight of in every preparation made looking to a grand and suc- cessful celebration, and it may be here stated that to the individuals named, in connection with George Wolf Buehler, Esq., also of the Historical Commit- tee, were the people of our goodly city and county 270 Centenary Memorial. indebted for that marvelous exhibition, which not only gave eclat to the Centennial proper, but added to its financial success. Few have the remotest idea of the difficulties encountered, and it is not to be wondered at the agreeable surprise universally ac- knowledged, when the display was arranged and opened to the public. It is certainly not the intention to forget the efforts made by the citizens of our neighboring county of Lebanon, — of the indefatigable labors of the commit- tee, of which body Mrs. G. Dawson Coleman was president, nor of the munificence of the loan of Robert H. Coleman, Esq., of Cornwall, which added so much to the splendor of the exhibition. Our gratefulness to them is not forgotten in our self-glori- fication, and all our citizens who witnessed the won- derful display, fully appreciated whatever was done by them to insure the success thereof Few of any of these committees may be here in Anno Domini 1913, when Lebanon county shall celebrate, with all the " pomp and circumstance, " the glory of her cen- tennial, but those who come after us, will remember the disinterested labors of those of A. D. 1885, and redouble every energy to make that future celebra- tion overshadow the one which has now passed into history. At the first, the greatest difficulty encountered, was the securing of a proper place for holding the exhi- bition. There seemed to be but one building large enough, but so great was the rental asked that the committee looked further. The erection of a tem- The Antiquarian Display. 271 porary structure was suggested, but this did not meet with much favor. At last, when a fairer offer was made by the manager of a rink located on Chestnut street, near Fourth street, it was decided by a unanimous vote to accept the offer, and every ar- rangement made to place the building in the best possible shape for the reception and display of the articles for exhibition. This was an herculean task, but the various committees, without exception, were so earnest and enthusiastic that within the period of forty-eight hours, the Palace Wonderful rose up in all its uniqueness and beauty. On the day of the opening of the exhibition, Thursday, September 10, 1885, " ye local of the Tele- graph" rhapsodied in this wise : " The sound of the hammer and saw had almost ceased at the State Capital rink to-day, and by noon it was announced that all the rare and quaint old articles would be in position for the opening this evening. The vast room is a regular old curiosity shop, and the anti- quarian as he wanders through it is filled with de- light. The Isver of the curious will find here all that he is looking for, while the idle looker on, who has no object in his visit beyond that of curiosity to see what is here, can while away several hours and be astonished at every turn. "The entrance will be from Chestnut street, the exit on Blackberry avenue, at the rear of the hall. Turnstiles at the entrance will prevent anything like a rush, and it is expected that everybody who enters will have the even change — a twenty -five cent piece. 272 Centenary Memorial. Samuel W. Fleming, Treasurer, witli Hotlier B. Hage, A. J. Youlin, and 0. L. Stackpole as assistants, will, oversee this part of the building. "To particularize in a description of the exhibits would simply be impossible. It would take a dozen reporters, working ten hours a day, two weeks to note everything within these four walls. It would be a ■stupendous task — so great is the number and varied the articles to be seen. Dauphin county has re- sponded nobly to the appeals of the various commit- tees, and from almost every township there have been sent relics of ye olden time and curious things. Le- banon county has covered herself with glory, and occupies a large space with the exhibits of her citi- zens. " Three rooms are partitioned off and given up to the collections of antique furniture. One of these contains relics of the Harris family, the old-style furniture and household implements, and, if you care to, you can look in a mirror wherein the great and only George Washington once surveyed himself. The display of old furniture all the Avay through is good. Of old spinning wheels and rare clocks there are many and handsome specimens. Old books, in- valuable, from the beautiful volumes of manuscript written by the monks on vellum, and the ponderous Bibles of pre-reformation days, down to the first rudely illuminated pamphlet ever made in America, (in Harrisburg, by the way,) can be seen in great numbers. In this respect the exhibition is a gigantic success, and the bibliopole can spend hours looking The Antiquarian Dif.play. 273 at what to him is a perpetual delight. The collection of Indian relics comprises all that has been collected for years by men who made the hunting of such things a specialty. There is an especially fine col- lection of Indian relics found in the vicinity of Har- risburg by our local collectors. There are besides collections of modern Indian curiosities from the Far West, which are exceedingly interesting. The whole world has paid tribute to the miscellaneous exhibition. India, Japan, Europe, Africa, and coun- tries too numerous to mention, contribute their curi- osities, which are placed in good position for visitors to see. Even old Pompeii and Herculaneum have given up of their buried treasures, and from the first- named buried city comes a chair that is of peculiar value. The collections of Mrs. G. Dawson Coleman, Robert H. Coleman, and Mrs. Horace Brock, of Leba- non, are simply superb. They comprise the most ex- quisite and rare silver work, gold work, old clocks,, laces, Gobelin tapestries, pictures, china, bronzes, old furniture, and a thousand different things that to enumerate and describe would cover a page of the largest newspaper in this city. In ancient needle- work there are rare clothing, household articles, pretty trifles, quilts, comforts, towels, etc., all taste- fully arranged and properly labeled. This depart- ment will be a source of perpetual delight to the lovers of ancient needle-work. A quaint exhibit is that of the costumes of years ago. Dress a man or woman in some of the costumes on exhibition and put them on a Harrisburg street, and a big crowd 19 274 Centenary Memorial. would be attracted in a short time. All the clothing is arranged on dummies, and shows to excellent ad- vantage. Perhaps the most curious in the men's de- partment are the old-time military and dress suits. In the ladies' department there is the figure wearing a huge bonnet, called a calash, very tony a centurj^ ago, but one wonders how, when Jonathan M'anted to kiss Jerusha he ever could get far enough inside that calash to reach her pretty mouth. Of old pic- tures and engravings there is a large and wonderful collection. Chiefly interesting are the portraits of old Dauphin county people — family portraits that have been transmitted from generation to generation, and are regarded with veneration. Then there are quaint old silhouettes and pen portraits, side by side with the oil portrait and photograph, and the really splendid modern paintings, the work of Harrisburg artists. The collection of coins at this exhibition cannot be duplicated in America. Every- thing may be seen here from the widow's mite to the modern $20 gold piece. Chinese razor and bird money, coins found in Pompeii, bullet money, India money, Japanese money, coins of Europe, Asia, and Africa, old Roman coins, copper coins that weigh over a pound, silver coins fifteen ounces in weight, old Continental and Colonial money. In fact, the collection is indescribable. The china and glassware department is complete, and wonderfully beautiful are the exhibits. Old china thkt is looked upon as almost sacred by its owners, may be seen here, mag- nificent vases in profusion, rare specimens of early The Antiquarian Display. 275 American china and cut glass, old tea-sets, curious silvered china and beautiful Bohemian glassware. The decorated china is elegant and tasteful, and some of the finest collections in the country have contribu- ted their rarest gems to this exhibition. All in all, the varied collections at the exhibition are worth going a long distance to see. They are instructive and interesting — they are, as it were, educators. We have not mentioned all that may be seen, reserving for future issues to give prominence to them. Every- body in Harrisburg should go. The doors will be opened this evening, and no doubt the building will be crowded." The Independent, in its issue of the same date stated: "From the people of judgment and cultivated taste, who had an opportunity to examine the exhib- its now arranged in the rink, where the Antiquarian Exhibition will open this evening for the public, the general expression was this morning that it is the most wonderful and magnificent display in anti- quity they had ever seen. To describe it in detail would occupy all and more of the space we devote in one issue to reading matter, and to make special selections for description would be invidious in dis- tinction and unfair in personal mention. We there- fore confine ourselves in this first notice of the exhi- bition to generalities and in calling attention to what some people from a distance have brought to the rink. To the right of the building, from the Chestnut street entrance, are the Coleman exhibits, those of Robert Coleman, of Cornwall, Lebanon county. 276 Centenary Memorial. and those of Mrs. G. Dawson Coleman, of North Leba- non, Lebanon county. To name the articles in both these exhibits would faintly give an idea of what they consist. In wealth of volume, splendor of each arti- cle, magnificence of construction, variety of design and use, and antiquity of origin, they are dazzling and wonderful. The bulk of the Coleman exhibit is of historic interest, covering epochs in French and English historj'^, identified with the reign of Napo- leon I. The splendor of some of the courts of Bour- bon Kings in jewelry, dresses, gems, furniture, silver and gold ware, paintings and other rare curiosities is here shown. These two collections alone will afford a student in art and antiquity hours of gratifying study. Running along the same side of the rink, on tables, shelves, and hung on the walls, are piles of every im- aginable kind and class of products in art and mech- anism, the work of skilled hands and artistic fingers, of genius and cunning, which the people of the last and those of the early part of the present century used in household and personal adornments, showing the taste, refinement, and culture of two generations that have been gathered to their graves. In this stately collection are dresses a century old, bonnets worn when Washington was in Harrisburg, chairs on which revolutionary heroes rested, tables and dishes used one hundred and one hundred and fifty years ago, rare old paintings, delicate needle work, the output of the carding machine and the spinning wheel, and the anvil beat by hammers which rang a century ago. We repeat, that to describe these The Antiquarian Display. 277 articles is impossible, and to study them all in detail will demand patience, care, and judgment, and the visitor to the exhibition who can bring these quali- ties to bear on the exhibits certainly has a rich treat before him. " On the left side of the rink, from the Chestnut street entrance, and down the three aisles formed bj'^ the placing of rows of cases and tables, are collec- tions of articles, all of more or less antiquity, many of them gems of art and triumphs of mechanical skill, and aggregating such huge displays as are well calculated to overwhelm the visitor. The general expression is, how could so much wealth, such nov- elty in antiquity and in history be so long hidden from public view? The collection, in its historic in- terest, will give character to Dauphin and Lebanon counties, as containing relics showing the culture of the early settlers in each, the aids which furthered their industry, and the machinery which lightened their toil. It shows, too, how the homes of the ances- ters of the present citizens of these counties were em- belished, the cradle at which their great-grandmoth- ers sang their luUabys, the platters from which their ancestors ate, the chairs on which they sat, the Bibles they read, the hymns they sang, the clothes they wore, the covers under which they slept and the stoves at which they were warmed. " In this collection of antiquities of domestic use and personal wear, in industrial appliance and home adornment, we repeat, are articles which it is im- possible to enunciate in a notice like this, which is 278 Centenary Memorial. designed merely as a general direction to the public to examine the collection in detail. The reader who fails to do this will miss a rare opportunity to famil- iarize himself with the past by means of the antiqui- ties thus handed down, as well as to behold in these mute relics of by-gone days the progress we have made since living men and women used them in their every day life." An editorial in one of the daily newspapers of the same date says : " The collection of antiquarian ex- hibits is a surprise and source of gratification to even the most sanguine of its projectors. The beauty of the exhibit is in the unexpectedly large number of contributions and contributors, and still more in the interesting character of the articles, and the very small proportion of no particular interest. In the items of ancient furniture and garments, the old man or woman may stand lost for hours in reminiscences of his or her childhood, recalled by the dresses the father or mother wore. Crrandfather's wedding coat of fine broad cloth and antique cut; grand-mother's Avedding dress of richly embroidered and beautiful satin ; or, at the bonnet stand, attracted by a collec- tion of calashes, those coquettish little head coverings in silk, rigged like a gig top, he stops, and memory travels back over the waste of years until he seems to stand again in the presence of the sweet, bright- eyed, and merry girl, who, when she met him would pull the top forward by its ribbon, and peep with roguish eyes, demure and tantalizing, from under it, and then let it fall back, and with joyous frankness The Antiquarian Display. 279 laugh in his face. The sensations produced by con- tact with the old things which recall our youth, and the still older, which would recall the youth of our fathers and mothers could they corne back from the mysterious land to see them, are worth all the trouble and cost of the collection. Beside these are books printed in the year the art of printing was dis- covered; manuscript books written in exquisite beauty upon fine vellum, so long ago that their date can only be guessed at; table service brought across the sea long before the struggle for independence, and even while the first colonists on the coast were building block-houses to shelter them against the at- tacks of Indians; bed clothing woven by the great- grandmothers of the old people of to-day ; wonderful relics of the Indians who were found here when our ancestors first came ; beautiful specimens of gobelin tapestry; articles of furniture, among them a metallic chair found in a tomb in the ruins of old Pompeii ; a charming portrait painted on a cobweb. But why try to give an idea by mentioning the details ; the keenest observer will require two days to get a satis- factory idea of the exhibit, and still go away wishing you had more time. The exhibit is now open to the public, and is to continue open all next week. There are none to whom it will not prove of interest, and more to those who stay long enough to study it, than to those who only take a running look through it, and then leave without more than a passing view of it." "The Antiquarian Display in the rink," said the '280 Centenary Memorial. Sunday Telegram of the 13th, "which was thrown open to the public on last Thursday evening, is an important and charming feature of the Centennial celebration. The managers having charge of the collection of the exhibits, spared no pains to secure valuable articles of all kinds, possessing the attri- butes of age. And they have been eminently suc- cessful in their endeavors. They have gathered from this and other counties one of the most elabor- ate, interesting, and valuable collections of articles ever seen in this State, with the exception of the great Centennial at Philadelphia. After an infinite amount of labor, and a demonstration of fine taste, all the articles have been splendidly arranged in the commodious rink building. It is impossible to enumerate even any noticeable portion of the ex- hibits. They include rare and ancient furniture, clothing, and specimens of art, exquisite in work- manship, and of almost incalculable value. The display from Lebanon county is most notable, and is a part of the fine curiosities of the wealthy Cole- man family. Among this display is an elegant piece of gobelin tapestry of wonderful workmanship. It is, in fact, one of the most beautiful specimens of that work owned by any family in the United States. Then there are rich and elegant court dresses, costly antique clocks, and a handsome display of delicate needlework. Along one side of the room are three apartments furnished in the style of ye olden time. There are i^ieces of quaint old furniture, staid work- ing chairs, and hoary spinning wheels in abundance. The Antiquarian Display. 281 The Harris memorial room attracts general attention. In it is furniture once used in old John Harris's home. There are old books in abundance, and rare Bibles that have come down through four centuries to their present owners. The display of carved wood, ivory, chinaware, Indian relics, and ancient wearing apparel are all of a first-class order. One of the most curious articles in the rink is a metal chair, dug from the ruins of Pompeii, and supposed to be many centuries old. It is in the Coleman collection. A double row of electric lights have been placed in the rink, and there will be turnstiles at the doors. The admission fee has been placed at twenty-five cents. One of the features of the exhibition is the register placed near the entrance by F. L. Hutter. It is an ■elegantly bound volume with advertisements upon each page and place for the visitors to subscribe their names." Other newspapers, at home and abroad, spoke in terms of the highest commendation of the value and ■extent of the exhibit, expressing at the same time wonder and surprise at its marvelous character. Over and above these considerations and the lessons taught thereby, was the financial success of it. By and through it the General Committee, as well the people of the city and county, were spared the mor- tification incident to a depleted treasury, and an in- debtedness which might have been difficult to liqui- date. Owing to the failure in preserving a full record of ■every article loaned, notwithstanding the efforts of 282 Centenary Memorial. the General Committee to secure this, the lists which follow may not give that fair showing which they ought to do. Many of the exhibitors prepared be- forehand, which all should have done, a list of every article loaned. This will account for the complete- ness and accuracy of some. "We believe we have the names of all contributors, and these are arranged alphabetically, whether loans are given with them or not. We have endeavored to prove faithful to the trust confided in us, and no one can sa}" that we have not performed our duty conscienciously. We can not be held responsible for the short-comings of others, and only give what we have got. LEBANON COUNTY EXHIBIT. Brock, Mrs. Horace, Lebanon : Old Venetian clock five hundred years old, and entirely made by hand. This was the first style of clock ever made for private use. Old Austrian watch, which repeats the quarters of the hour with twci bells. A collar of Venetian punto in aria, which was the first point lace ever made, and is all of the geometric design, probably taken from Greek models. None of this lace has been made since the latter part of the sixteenth century. A piece of early point de Venice, called Stellata. Made in the sev- enteenth century, and no longer produced. A very fine specimen of the "queen of lace" — the famous Rose point de Venice. Made in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, but not now. Modern copy of old Rose point. Modern point de Venice. The finest lace now made. Point de France lace of the eighteenth century. Flemish lace of the seventeenth century. Valencienne lace of the seventeenth century. The Antiquarian Display. 283 Mecklin lace of the eighteenth century. Genoise lace of the eighteenth century. English lace of the seventeenth century. Point d'Elengon lace of the eighteenth century — Rococeo style. Modern point d'AlenQon. Modern Mecklin. Modern Brussels point a I'Aigiuilles. The finest Brussels lace. Modern Brussels point applique. Coleman, Robert H., Cornwall : Two old paintings of Venice, by Vetunhe. Two old clocks, time of Louis XIV. Table cover owned by Marie Antoinette. Piece of green velvet, embroidered in fleurs de lis and gold stars,, used as a rug by Marie Antoinette at Trainon. Two gilt chairs, with imperial eagle in a crown on the back, belong- ing to a set owned by Napoleon I. Three old Roman statuettes. Bronze group, Farnese bull. Pair of old bronze knockers. Gilt fire set (five pieces) used by Napoleon at Elba. Pair of andirons used by Napoleon at Elba. Old majolica inkstand. Carved walnut bellows, Italian, of the sixteenth century. Breast pin — antique Grecian work — turquoise, cameo, bacchanalian scene. Three gold Etruscan rings, from tombs near Betolle. Child's bronze chair, buried in the tomb of a young Prince, near Naples, 2,500 years ago. (This is the only perfect chair of its kind ever found.) Bottle from the tomb of Chiusi. Si.x vases, &c,, of curious shapes, from Cortona. Three Chinese mummies, from Cortona. Three Roman lamps. Two old Etruscan terra cotta panels. Old terra cotta — St. John preaching in the wilderness. Six old Etruscan vases. Old Dutch inlaid table, containing writing desk, chess board, &c. Three ribbons of the Order of the Legion of Honor, worn constantly by Napoleon, and afterwards given by him to his brother Jerome. 284 Centenary Memorial. Report, addressed to General Napoleon Bonaparte, Commander-in- chief, and containing his signature. Old ebony box, inlaid with ivory, and representing mythological -subjects. Head of scepter of an Etruscan high priest, very rare, from a tomb -at Corneto. Etruscan bronze specular mirror, very fine, from tomb at Orvieto. String of Etruscan beads, from tomb at Chiusi, near Naples. Bronze bracelet from same tomb. Two old Grecian capitals. Silver frontlet — antique — tomb at Corneto. Set of necklace and armlets, from same tomb. Of great interest and value. Pair of ear rings, from tomb at Orvieto. Pair of Venitian ear rings, (A. D. 1550.) Carved wooden chair, from San Donate palace. Case of small jewelry, found in tombs at Orvieto, Sarteano and •Chiusi. Ancient Roman comb, for hair ornament. Pair of ear-rings from Sarteano, with marks of fire on them, the ■corpse having been burned. Bronze rings from Chiusi. Writing desk, in gold and silver gilt, given by the Queen of West- phalia to her husband. King Jerome, brother of Napoleon Bonaparte. In the center are the initials J. N., with the royal crown, and are also ■on the other parts of the desk. There are secret springs which open places where the king kept many private papers. Marble bas relief, A. D. 1550. Subject: Faun, satyr, &c. Terra cotta bas relief, of old Florentine school Jupiter. Two old rebel flags. Embroidered picture, very valuable. Knives, spoon, and fork, gold; belonged to Marie Antoinette. Two pieces of Persian metal work. Stiletto, belonged to Corsini de Medici, A. D. 1540, with the arms •of the Medici family engraved on one side and the initials of Corsini on the other. The sheath is silver mounted. The knife itself is hollow, .and serves as a sheath to a very fine stilletto, with a notched point for poison, to which the great duke used to treat (?) his friends when he ■wished to quietly dispose of them. The silver chain was worn around The Antiquarian Display: 285 the waist and attached to the belt by a large silver clasp, on which are the head of Jupiter and the arms of the Medici in high relief. Jeweled box, with the eagle of France and the arms of Westphalia and Wurtemburg in gold. Belonged to Catharine of Wurtemburg,. Queen of Westphalia. Knife, fork, and spoon (silver) used by Napoleon at Elba. Music stand, designed by Louis XVI, when Dauphin, for Marie Antoinette, with monogram in the center. Silver and gilt chalice, ornamented with medalions which represent the portraits of Peter the Great, Catharine and Alexis, the Russian eagle and two inscriptions, (Russian.) Hexagonal tea caddy. Pair of Japanese bronze candle-sticks. Crown of Madonna in silver. Tankard, silver and gilt, (1707.) Tankard, silver, (1705.) Tankard, Russian work. On the cover the head of Peter the Great, around the tankard, a subject from the Old Testament, Isaac and Rebecca. Tankard, German work of the seventh century. Tankard, Holland. Vase, with portrait and arms of Napoleon, presented to him by his brother. Coleman, Mrs. G. Dawson, Lebanon: Tea pot, a specimen of the earliest English plated ware. Part of Captain George Dawson's camp outfit in the Revolution. Repeating watch in blue enamel. The figures on the face strike the bells every hour. Very old Swiss watch. Antique enameled watch. The chatelaine a rooster with its tail of rubies, diamonds, and emeralds, and the body formed of one large pearl. Antique enameled watch in an enameled stand. Italian. Old enameled pendant. Italian. Order of St. George. English. Old enameled Venetian ear rings. Tankard of 1700. Pair old silver beer mugs. Pair old silver goblets. Pair silver drinking cups, from Russia. 286 Centenary Memorial. Old silver baptismal cup from Norway. Silver rose water sprinkler from Constantinople. Scissors of Damascus steel, inlaid with gold, from Damascus. Silver necklace from India. Silver necklace from Algiers. Silver lamp from the Holy Sepulchre at Jerusalem. Gold sugar bowl and spoon and cream pitcher from Russia. Two large spoons, in gold and enamel, from Russia. Pair old silver coasters for decanters. English. Nubian necklace set with uncut stones. Pearl shell from the Red Sea, carved at Bethlehem, in the Holy l>and. Book of pressed flowers gathered in various parts of the Holy Land •and bound in Jerusalem in olive wood from the Mt. of Olives. Antique lamp. Rome. Ornament cut from Jade, the holy stone of China. Picture painted on a cobweb. Old silver lamp made in Jerusalem. Presse papier, ornamented with the various stones of Russia. Very old plate. Vienna. Old Delph china ornaments set in silver. Screen of very old Chinese tiles. Antique fan of 1780. Antique cloisonne ornaments — various colors. Chinese. Specimen of the first china made near Philadelphia. Specimen of glass cut at Pittsburgh early in this century. Antique bellows of the sixteenth century. Venice. Very old bronze knocker. Italian. Silk dress, embroidered by hand, and worn at the Court of Queen Anne — 1706. Antique medicine case, in sections, of gold and lacquer. Chinese. Six antique spoons, marked in Hebrew. Jerusalem. Two large antique Apostle spoons. Four very old spoons from Holland. Antique Swiss spoon of the Canton Berne. Twelve very old silver Apostle spoons. Six gold tea spoons, enameled with views, very old. Russia. Eight gold tea spoons, enameled in colors. Russia. Two very old Apostle spoons, with bowls of wood. The Antiquarian Display. 287 Three silver Nubian bangles. Silver necklace from an Arab Sheik. Silver ornament worn by the women of Bethlehem on the top of the head. Silver ornament worn by the Bethlehem women under the chin, and fastened to the head piece. Dutch spoon marked 1590. Pair of silver ornaments worn by horses in Arabia. Saddle cloth used by an Arab Sheik. Specimen of very old India embroidery. Old Russian embroidery. Two pieces of silk woven with gold thread at Damascus. Two silk sashes woven with gold thread at Damascus, Syria. Silk sash worn by Arab runners at Cairo, Egypt. Two pieces of old embroidery from Cairo, Egypt. Piece of ancient embroidery from Bethlehem in the Holy Land. Turkish towel embroidered in gold. Old bouquet holder. Chinese. Antique set of enamel. Articles dug from the ruins of Pompeii. Very old Turkish silver coffee set from Constantinople. Pair antique bracelets, in silver and enamel, from Syria. Pair old English spoons. A very old English spoon, with a coin in the bowl. Antique vinaigrette in enamel. Italian. Old spoon from Norway. Silk pieces worn by Arabs wound around the fez. Holy Bible, illustrated — 1690. Two books printed by Benjamin Franklin in 1742. Book printed by Benjamin Franklin in 1755. Book printed by Benjamin Franklin in 1757. Book printed by Benjamin Franklin in 1764. History of York, printed at York, in 1834. Book published by John Wyeth, at Harrisburg, in 1 81 1. The conduct of the Paxtang men — 1764. New England Rarities — 1672. The Chronicles, written in Latin and illustrated. Book by Dr. Martin Luther, printed at Jena, 1562. Pennsylvania Chronicle and Universal Advertiser, printed in Phila- delphia, 1768. 288 Centenary Memorial. New Discovery of a Vast Country in America, extending about 4,000 miles between New France and New Mexico. Printed in Lon- don, 1698. Principall Navigations, Voiages and Discoveries of the English Nation. London — 1589. Embich, Jacob, Lebanon: German Bible. Printed at Gosslar, 1615. This Bible was for a time the property of Johann V. Strop, secretary to Queen Christina at Stockholm, Sweden, who presented it to Peter Riehl, on the 4th of August, A. D. 1663, with the wish that he will "keep the same to his memory, and not part with it knowingly as long as he lives." German Bible. Printed at Runeberg, 1733. Picture of Mrs. Samuel Reinhard, deceased, taken when six years- old, at Manheim, Lancaster county, Pa., 181 1. Picture of Mrs. Hannah Swarr, deceased, taken when twenty years old, at Manheim, Lancaster county. Pa. Picture of Samuel Ensminger, wife and child, taken at Manheim,. Lancaster county. Pa., 1790. Walnut corner cupboard, with date 1785, made at Hummelstown,. Dauphin county. Pa. Original minutes of Cedar Fire Company, of Lebanon, Pa., organized July 17, 1773. German Reformed Hymn Book, with music, printed 1747. (Old Hundred, page 197.) Old chest, name of Jacob Welcker, 1768. P. PB. on front. Gerdson, H. a., Lebanon: Record book of Hebron Moravian church, beginning in 1750. Gloninger, Mrs. Cyrus D., Lebanon: Broom from Sandwich Islands. Gloninger, Mrs. Julia, Lebanon : Jar of mace, nutmegs, and coffee. An advertisement of 1787. Guilford, Mrs. W. M., Lebanon: Two reticules, or bags, of 1830. The Antiquarinv Display. 289 Geeenawalt, p. S., Lebanon : The Martyr Book, published at Ephrata, by the Brotherhood, 1748. Pistol used by Col. Philip L. Greenawalt, of Lebanon, during the Revolution. Hammond, Mrs. David S., Lebanon : Carved ivory chess men. David Plammond's certificate of membership Society of Cincinnati, signed by George Washington at Mt. Vernon, October 31, 1785. Commission of Lieut. John Steel, signed by George Washington March 19, 1793. Fan, painted 1742. Original grant from Thomas and Richard Penn to George Steitz for land upon which the town of Lebanon is built, May, 1753. Seal of George Steitz. Scales and weights used by George Steitz, 1749. Apron, worked by Margaret Steitz, 1 730. Warrant and commission to George Reynolds, descendant of George Steitz, to raise a company in the First battalion, May 7, 1756. The muster-roll of Captain George Reynolds' company of foot, sta- tioned at Fort Allen, 1756. Stone pitcher, marked with initials " G. R.," with crown above. Be- longed to George Steitz. Old blue Canton china. One pair cut-glass decanters and castors, one goblet, one wine glass, one cordial glass ; very old. Charter and acts of Assembly of the Province of Pennsylvania from 1700 to 1759. Two volumes in one. Honafius, Cyeus, Lebanon : Book on Magic, printed in Weimar in 1505. KiLLiNGER, Mrs. John W., Lebanon: Painting on velvet. Reinoehl, Adolphus, Lebanon: Naturalization papers of 1761. Uhler, R. E,., Lebanon: German Bible of the seventeenth century. Wagner, C. B., Lebanon: Specimen of early German printing. 30 290 Centenary Memorial. CONTRIBUTORS TO ANTIQUARIAN DISPLAY. Abele, Rev. John G. Abel, Lewis. Albert, Rev. John N., Union Deposit. AUeman, Mary. Allen, Mrs. Martha J. Alricks, Hamilton. Alricks, John. Alricks, Miss. Alter, John. Altmeier, Harry. Amos, Mrs. A. E. Anderson, Mrs. Mary. Armstrong, Mrs. H. J. Aughinbaugh, Mary E. Baab, Jacob. Baer, A. E. Baker, E. S., Middletown. Ball, Mrs. Joseph. Balsbaugh, Henry. Barnitz, Mrs. Jerome T. Barr, Isaac, Middletown. Barringer, Mrs. Mary. Barry, Mrs. Eliza J. Barth, John. Baum, Adam H. Beard, Mrs. Henry. Beck, J. Augustus. Beidleman, Mrs. Bell, A. H., Union Deposit. The Antiquarian Display. 291 Bellman, Mrs. Oliver. Bellman, William. Berghaus, Miss Mary. Bernheisel, Peter. Bertram, Peter R. Bickel, Henry. Biery, Mrs. Fred. Bingaman, Charles. Bintner, Peter. Black, Mrs. Joseph. Blessing, D. F. Block, Mrs. J. Blumenstein, Conrad. Boas, Mrs. Charles A. Boas, Mrs. Daniel D. Boas, Mrs. Harry D. Boas, Mrs. Irvin S. Boas, Miss Margaret I. Boas, William D. Bombaugh, Mrs. Julia D. Boone, Mrs. Annie F. Boude, Mrs. Catharine J. Boude, Miss Emily. Bousman, Mrs. William, Middletown. Boyd, Mrs. Eliza. Boyd, Mrs. Jacob M. Boyd, Mrs. James. Boyd, Mrs. Peter K. Brandon, Mrs. W. B., York Springs. Brestle, Mrs. Michael, sr., Middletown. Briscoe, Mrs. John. 29,2 Cente)iary Memorial. Broadie, Annie. Brooke, Mrs. Mary E. Brooks, Mrs. Emily D. Brown, Mrs. Jacob I). Brown, Mrs. Phoebe. Brown, Mrs. Susan M. Bryan, L. Clinton. Buehler, Mrs. George Wolf. Buehler, Mrs. Jacob. Buehler, Miss Martha. Buehler, Mrs. William. Buffington, Mrs. Thomas W. Calder, Rev. James. Calder, Mrs. James. Calder, ]\Iiss Mary. Calder, Miss Regina C. Calder, Mrs. William J. Cameron, Mrs. James. Cameron, General Simon. Carmon)', J. E., Middletown. Carpenter,' Mrs. E. Carroll, J. S. Carroll, May. Cartwright, Airs. Jacob. Cassel, David, Hummelstown. Cassel, John, Hummelstown. Chayne, Miss Sarah. Chester, Mrs. Jane M. Clark, Mrs. Elizabeth S. Cline, John. Clyde, Mrs. Eliza. The Antiquarian Display. 2flS Cohen, Harris. Collins, Mrs., Steelton. Conrad, John B. Cooper, M. Coover, Dr. Joseph H. Coover, Dr. AVilliam H. Corbett, Mrs. Mary M. Cornwall, H. C. Cowden, Mrs. William K. Cox, John B. Cox, Mrs. John B. Cox, Miss Kate. Cramer, Mrs. Nathan, Millersburg. Criswell, Frank. Criswell, Mrs. Critson, Mrs. C, Middletown. Croll, William A., Middletown. CroU, Mrs. William A., Middletown. CruU, F. P. Crutchley, Mrs. Mary. Dace, Mrs. J. F. C. Dare, Mrs. Nora P. Davidson, D. M. Day, William Howard. Davis, A. J. Delaney, John C. Delaney, Mrs. John C. Deller, Mrs. Demmy, Mrs., Middletown. Dent, Thomas A., Steelton. Detweiler, Mrs. E. P., Halifax. 294 Centenary Memorial. Dick, Mrs. J. L. Dietrich, Frank. Dietrich, Mrs. H. Dietrich, Rev. W. R. H., Newport. Dipner, Charles D. Dipner, .Jacob L. Diven, Mrs. Samuel N. Dock, Mrs. Clara. Dock, Miss Laura. Dock, Miss Mj^ra. Doehne, Mrs. George. Donecker, Mrs. Catharine. Dorsheimer, Sallie, Mechanicsburg. Drahil, Elizabeth. Dubbs, Chambers. Dull, Mrs. A. J. Duncan, Maggie, Churchville. Dunkel, Mrs. Dunlap, David. Dunlap, Robert. Dunott, Mrs. J. D. Early, D. S. Earnest, George. Ebersole, Henry. Egle, Miss Catharine Irwin. Egle, Mrs. Hiram. Egle, Miss Sarah Beatty. Egle, Dr. William Henry. Ehling, Catharine. Elder, Mrs. Nancy Brown. Elder, Mrs. Rebecca 0. The Antiquarian Display. 295 Elder, Mrs. Thomas. Emaus Orphan Home, Middletown. Emminger, David. Ensminger, George, Strinestown. Ensminger, John T. Espy, Miss Helen. Espy, Mrs. James S. Espy, Mrs. Josiah. Eshenauer, Jacob J. Etter, Mrs. B. Frank. Etter, Mrs. Catharine. Etter, Mrs. H., Middletown. Etter, Mrs. G. W., Middletown. Faekler, Benjamin, Progress. Fackler, Miss Elizabeth, Hummelstown. Faekler, Miss Emma, Hummelstown. Faerster, Mrs. G. Eager, Miss Bella. Eager, Dr. Charles B. Eager, Mrs. John H. Fahnestock, Adam K. Fahnestock, Miss. Faunce, L. A. Felix, Mrs. E. Fenn, Miss Julia. Fenn, Samuel M., Lykens. Ferguson, T. J., Silvers Spring. Fertig, Elias, Dauphin. First, Mrs. Fisher, Adolphus, Middletown. Fisher, Frank D. 29G Centenary Memorial. Fisher, Miss Rebecca. Fleming, Samuel W. Flender, Mrs. .James M. Foote, Mrs. B. J. Forster, Benjamin Law. Forster, Mrs. Benj. L. Forster, Mrs. -J. Montgomery. Forster, Mrs. Margaret S. Forster, Mrs. Robert H. Fortney, David E. Foster, Robert J. Fox, Mrs. M. A. Fry, Matthew B. Gaitor, Mary. Gardner, Mr. Garman, Mrs. J., Lykens. Garverich, George. Gastrock, F. J. Geety, William Wallace, Dauphin. George, William J. German, William. Gilbert, Mrs. Spencer C. Gingrich, Mrs. E. S. Gingrich, Miss Mary. Gipe, Mrs. Catharine. Glover, John W., & Son. Goldsmith, Abraham. Goodyear, Milfred S. Gorgas, William R. Gotshall Richard, Dauphin. Graffen, Henry N. The Antiquarian Display. 297 Gratz, Miss Ella. Gray, Mrs. John, Graydon, H. Murray. Graydon, Mrs. H. Murra}^. Greenawalt, J. &. J. K. Greenawalt, Theodore G. Gross, Mrs. E. B. Gross, Edward Z. Grove, .John W., Steelton. Hackett, Mrs. Ann E. Hage, Mrs. Mary A. Hagan, Dennis. Haines, Mrs. Mary. Hake, Daniel J., Middletown. Haldeman, Mrs. Richard J. Hamill, Mrs. Kate. Hamill, Leila. Hamilton, Adam Boyd. Hamilton, Adam Boyd, jr. Hamilton, Benjamin Wallace. Hamilton, Dr. Hugh. Hammersly, Mrs. Thomas. Hankinson, J. N. 0. Harris, Miss Sallie E. Hart, Lane S. Hartin, C., Dauphin. Harvey, Mrs. John C. Hays, Miss Margaret. Hayes, Mrs. M. R. Heiker, Truman, Highspire. Heiney, Miss Barbara. 298 Centenary Memorial. Hellerman, Mrs. Hiram. Hench, Mrs. N. J. Hendrickson, Mrs. J. R., Middletown. Hepperle, Mrs. B. Herr, Mrs. David S. Hess, Jacob. Hickok, W. Orville. Hickman, Mrs. Eliza. Higgins, Josiah. Hinckel, George. Historical Society of Dauphin Count}-. Hoerner, Miss Elenora, Hummelstown. Hoerner, Miss Lucy, Hummelstown. Hoerner, Peter, Hummelstown. Hoffman, Mrs. L. M. Hogan, Mrs. Richard. Hollinger, Elias. Hoover, James W. Horstick, A. W., Progress. Horstick, Isaac, Progress. Houser, George H. Houston, Miss Georgiana F. Houston, Mrs. W. H. Howard, K. Hoyer, B. F. Hoyer, Mrs. George. Hoyer, Mrs. Josephine. Hummel, Mrs. Albert. Hummel, Mrs. Eliza Bucher. Hummel, Miss Emma. Hummel, John F. The Antiquarian Display. 299 Hummel, Mrs. Valentine. Hurley, Mrs. Wesley F. Hursh, Mrs. Caroline. Hutchinson, Mrs., Middletown. Ingram, Mrs. Samuel D. James, Mrs. Jauss, Mrs. Christian E. Jauss, Mrs. David F. Jauss, D. Luther. Johnson, A. P. W. Johnson, Miss Clara, Middletown. Johnson, Miss C. F. Johnson, Frederick. Johnson, Miss H. Johnson, Miss Hannah lanthe. Johnson, Miss Martha Alricks. Kahnweiler, Joseph. Kapp, Amos, Northumberland. Kearns, Mrs. Martina. Keenan, Mrs. Jane. Keener, Mrs. E. Keffer, Mrs. John J. Keister, Mrs. Mary. Kelker, Frederick. Kelker, Henry A. Kelker, Mrs. Henry A. Kelker, Luther Reily. Kelker, Rudolph F. Kelker, Rudolph F., jr. Kelker, Mrs. Rudolph F. Kelker, William A. 300 Centenary Memorial. Keller, H. B. Keller, M. J. Keller, John P. Keller, Mrs. John P. Kemerer, B. F. Kemp, Mrs. Agnes. Kennedy, ]\Irs. S. H. Kepple, Mrs. John. Kerr, Mrs. Elizabeth. Kerr, Harris. Kerr, Mrs. Isabella S. Kerr, Lydia, Highspire. Kerr, Miss ^lary. Kiefer, Andrew R. Killinger, Mrs. John W. Kirby, Daniel. Kirby, William C. Kirk, William E. Klaiss, Frederick, Steelton. Klein, Mrs. Eliza D. Knight, Harry W. Knox, J. Lewis. Kreider, Mrs. Margaret. Kuhn, John R. Kunkel, Mrs. John C. Landis, George, Middletown. Lantz, Mrs. Anna. Lathe, William. Lauman, Miss Maria, Middletown. Lee, Mrs. Charles A. Lee, John F. The Antiquarian Display. 301 Leib, Mrs. Kate. Leibrick, Miss Hannah. Lemer, LaRue. Lenhart, Mrs. George H., Middletown. Leonard, Martin C. Lingle, John. Linn, Mrs. Erasmus. Livingston, Jacob, Fort Hunter. Lloyd, Mrs. F. Longenecker, Mrs. Elizabeth. Low, Johnson. Lowe, Mrs. Anna Fenn. Lowengard, Mrs. Joseph. Lusk, A. Penn. Lutz, Henry F. McAllister, Mrs. D. S. McAllister, James H., Rockville. McCammon, Mrs., Middletown. McCarrell, Mrs. Samuel J. M. McCarroU, Mary. McCarroU Mrs. William. McCauley, Mrs. Gilbert M. McClelland, Mrs. S. E. McClure, Mrs. Robert. McCormick, Mrs. Henry. McCormick, James. McCormick, Mrs. James. McCreath, Mrs. Andrew S. McCreery, George J. McCrone, Mrs. John A. McDaniel, James Sawyers, New Cumberland. 302 Centenary Memorial. McDowell, Mrs. Thomas Crawford. McFadden, David. McFadden, William H. McGaghey, Bud. McGaughey, Miss Addie. McGee, Miss Nancy. McGonigal, Mrs. W. A. McGuire, W W. McKee, Miss K. McLaughlin, A., Enterline. Mahaney, Mrs. W. E., Steelton. Mahon, Mrs. Maloney, Mrs. M. INIarks, Herman. Martin, Harry J. Martin, William D. Martz, Mrs., Millersburg. Mather, Mrs. Edmund. Mason, William. Maurer, Mrs. Daniel C. Maurer, Frederick C. May, Nathan. Meese, Jacob W. Meily, Mrs. Middletown. Meisenhelter, Maria. Meredith, A. E. Mersereau, Mrs. James S. Metzgar, LaRue. Middaugh, Fitch K. Middaugh, Israel. Midlam, John F. The Antiquarian Display. 303 Milleisen, Mrs. J. Miller, Miss Annie. Miller, Abraham C. Miller, Mrs. D. J. Miller, Mrs. F. X. Miller, G. M. Miller, George W. Miller, Jacob A. Miller, Mrs. Jacob R. Miller, Joanna. Miller, Joseph, Fisherville. Miller, Shelley E. Mitchell, Mrs. Wilham. Moore, Mrs. C. J. Morley, Mrs. Hiram P. Morley, Winfield Scott. Morrow, Mrs. Mary. Morton, Annie. Moyer, Henry, Campbellstown. Muench, Mrs. Robert L. Mullen, Miss Fanny. Mullen, Mrs. Thomas F. Mullen, Lydia. Mumma, David. Musgrave, Mrs. Sarah N. Napier, Mrs. Eliza. Napier, John. Napier, Mrs. Robert. Neidig, Mrs., Rockville. Nead, Benjamin M. Nieth, Miss Kate. 304 Centenary Memorial. Nicholson, Mrs. Mary. Norman, P. A., Carlisle. Null, Samuel. O'Connor, Dr. Mortimer. O'Donnell, Mrs. Ellen. Olewine, ]\Irs. Ort, Peter M. Orth, Mrs. Barbara. Orth, Mrs. John G. Orwig, Mrs. Louisa H. Orwig, Joseph R. Orwig, Miss jM. M. Orwig, Ralph. Ott, Frederick M. Ott, Leander N. Oyster, Mrs. Simon. Page, Jacob. Painter, Mrs. Henry. Park, J. F., Middletown. Parker, Mrs. Sarah R. Parthemore, E. Winfield Scott. Pearson, Miss Carrie. Pearson, Isaiah. Pennsylvania State Library. Peters, Mrs. Benjamin G. Peters, John D. Phelps, Mrs. Anson H. Pilkay, Joseph J. Poffenberger, Dr. A. T., Dauphin. Poffenberger, Miss Margaret, Dauphin. Pollock, Miss Martha. The Antiquarian Display. 305 Pollock, Miss Rachel. Poulton, Lewis G. Poulton, Mrs. Susan A. Power, Mrs. Louisa Kean. Pratt, Mrs. Capt., Carlisle. Pretz, Mrs. Elias. Price, Harry. Pritchard, Mrs. William T. Pawn, Mrs. Charles C. Ray, Mrs. Susan Bucher. Raymond, C. W., Middletown. Reckord, Thomas J. Reed, George E. Reel, Mrs. Adam. Reel, Charles. Reese, Cyrus J. Rehrer, Miss C. ]\I. Reinhard, Albert. Reinhard, Miss Jennie. Rhine Bros. Rhodes, Mrs. Catharine. Rice, George H. Ricker, Mrs. Rebecca. Rife, John W., .Middletown. Ringland, Dr. John, Middletown. Ringland, Mrs. John, Middletown. Ringland, Miss Louisa B., Middletown. Roberts, Alexander. Rodfong, Miss Grace, Middletown. Rodgers, Mrs. S. L. Rohrer, Mrs. S. E. 21 306 Ceniriiary Memorial. Romich, Mrs. E. Rupj), A. B., Middletown. Rutherford, John A. Rutherford, John B. Rutherford, Mrs. L. B. Rutherford, Miss ^largaret. Rutherford, Mrs. \\. Frank. Rutherford, AVilUam >Swan. Rutherford, Mrs. A\'iniam AVilson. Ryan, E. iSargeant, ^Irs. Eliza Espy. Saul, J. M. Saunders, Mrs. M. Sayford, William. Schaffner, Miss Carrie S., Hummelstown. Schaffner, Daniel, Hummelstown. Schaffner, JMrs. Martin, Hummelstown. Scheffer, Frederick "W. Scheffer, Theo. F., estate of. Scheffer, Mrs. Theo. F. Schellenberg, Elsie. Schmidt, Joseph. Schmidt, Mrs. L. Schraedly, F. B., Middletown. Scott, ]\Iiss Bertie. Scott, Frederick. .Scott, Miss Lizzie. Scott, Margaret. Seeger, Augustus. Segelbaum, Mrs. Charles S. Sellers, Miss. The Aidiquarlan Display. 307 Selser, Samuel, Middletown. Shanahan, Rt. Rev. J. F. Sharp, Albert R. 8heaffer, Miss Carrie. Shearer, Mrs. Shenk & Eicker, Marsh Run. Shields, Mrs. James D. Shindler, George F. Shoemaker, Frederick. Shoemaker, Mrs. George J. Shoop, Mrs. Shoop,N. P. Showers, C. F., Carlisle. Shriver, Mrs. B. F. Shunk, Miss Elizabeth. Shunk, Miss Mary. Shunk, Mrs. William Findlay. Siegfried, Mrs. Charles W. Sides, Michael, Middletown. Simmons, Mrs. Seneca G. Simon, Mrs. John B. Simonton, John Wiggins. Simonton, Mrs. John W. Simpson, John W. Slaughter, David. Sloan, Alexander. Small, Mrs. Charles H. Small, Mrs. George H. Small, John Kunkel. Small, Miss Mary. Smeltzer, William, Oberlin. 308 Centenary Memorial. Smith, Jacob. Smelz, Mrs. D. W., Middletown. Smith, Mrs. T. Rockhill. SmuU, William Pauli. Snyder, Agnes. Snyder, Mrs. E. Snyder, Frank, Steelton. Snyder, iliss Kitty. Snyder, Rev. William H. H. Sohn, .John. Soper, Mrs. Sourbeer, Henry S. Stouffer, J. H., Lower Paxtang. Steinmetz, William B. Stevens, Mrs. Kate. Stevens, Thomas H. Stevens, T. J., Mechanicsburg. Stewart, H. Stewart, Mrs. Henry. Stine, (leorge W. Stoey, Mrs. Stofer, Mrs. J. W., Middletown. Stoner, Miss Mary A., Highspire. Stoner, M. .J., Highspire. Stormfeltz, Mrs. E. Strock, Mrs. Joanna. Stroh, William B. Strouse, Mrs. Joseph. Stuart, Henry. Swartz, Abraham. Swartz, Mrs. Charles. The Antiquarian Display. 309 Swartz, S. L., Highspire. Taylor, Miss Mary. Theilheimer, Philip. Thomas, Findlay I. Thompson, Miss S., Middletown. Tittle, John C. Tomlinson, Mrs. John B. Tompkinson, Joseph. Tompkinson, Miss Martha M. Towsen, Harry H. Towsen, Mrs. James A. Trewick, Walter. Trewick, Mrs. Walter. Trostle, Isaac D. Uhler, Miss Margaret. Ulrich, Mrs. A., Middletown. Ulrich, Mrs. John, Middletown. Unger, Mrs. Susan. XJpdegrove, Mrs. L. V. Utz, Miss Annie M. Utz, Mrs. Sarah. VanAsdlen, Jacob. Vandling, John S. Vaughn, Mrs. George. Vaughn, Mrs. Robert. Voght, George J. Wagner, Martha A., Steelton. Walters, Harry. Ward, Mrs. Silas. Watson, Amy M. Watson, Harry S. 310 Centenary Memorial. Watson, Mrs. J. A. AVatson, ^Irs. Mary. "Weand, Hiram B. Weaver, Mr.s. J. S. Weaver, Uriah M. Weills, Dr. William M. L. Weimer, Jerome. Weir, Miss Annie C. Weir, Miss Sybil M. Wellinger, Mrs. Susan. Wenger, Amos, Progress. Wertz, Catharine. Whinery, William B. Whisler, Jacob. Whiteside, George A. Whiteside, Miss M. Widner, William K. Wierman, Mrs. Thomas T. Wiestling, Mrs. Jacob G. Wiestling, Joshua Martin. Wiestling, Mrs. Joshua AI. Wiestling, Miss E. R., Middletown. Wikel, Mrs. John. Wikel, Mrs. Peter G. Williams, Mrs. Williamson, ]\Irs. Mary E. Wilson, Airs. Thomas L. Wilver, John. Winters, Airs. George. Wise, Mrs. Wise, Susan. The Antiquarian Display. 311 Witlierow, JMrs. John G. Witman, Mrs. Henry Orth. Wolfersberger, Mrs. CJatharine. Wollerton, Charles. Woodward, Lewis B. Wyeth, Mrs. Francis. Yeoh, Mrs., Millersburg. Yingst, Mrs., Middletown. Yingst, Minnie, Hummelstown. Young, .John. Y. M. C. A. of Harrishurg. Zimmerman, Mrs. A. Zimmerman, Mrs. Conrad 0. Zimmerman, Mary E. Zollinger, Mrs. Elizabeth. Zollinger, Mrs. Julia B. Zollinger, Warren A. Zollinger, Mrs. Warren A. Zortman, Daniel. DAUPHIN COUNTY EXHIBITS. As stated elsewhere, no one regrets as much as the Editor the imperfect record here given. He is not responsible for the failure in this respect. Fortu- nately some of the exhibitors handed in at the time a full list of all articles they loaned, which will ac- count for the completeness and accuracy of a portion of the valuable collection exhibited, and not simply to give those persons any undue prominence. At the last moment the several committees endeavored 312 Centenary Memorial. to make out lists of articles in their respective classes. Owing to this fact many articles are duplicated, which, of course, is excusable under the circum- stances. Those we also give, although not with the idea that they are complete. The number of exhibitors exceeded six hundred, while the articles numbered nearly ten thousand separate and distinct items. The people of the county did well. Bereier, Henry, Harrisburg: Natural Obligations to Believe the Principle of Religion. In sixteen sermons. By John Long, D. D., rector of Bedington and chaplain in Ordinary to his Majesty. 1719. The Accomplished Practiser in the High Court of Chancery. By Joseph Harrison. 1750. The History of the Empire. By the Liens Heiss. 1729. The works of John Sheffield, Earl of Mulgrave, Marquis of Normandy and Duke of Buckingham. The Memoirs of His Grace John, Duke of Buckingham, Written by himself 1729. Book-keeping Methodized ; or a methodical treatise of merchant accompts, according to the Italian form. By John Mair, A. M. The seventh edition. 176J. Calder, Miss Regina C, Harrisburg: Book of Poems. 1789. Homer's Illiad, translated by Alexander Pope. Philadelphia, 1795. Fruits of Solitude in Reflections and Maxims ; also. Fruits of a Father's Love, being advice of William Penn to his children, relating to their Civil and Religious Conduct. Benjamin Johnson, Philadel- phia, 1794. Cameron, Gen. Simon, Harrisburg: Works. of Flavius Josephus, in 2 vols. Frankfort-on-the-Main,i58i. Works of Rev. John Flavel, late minister of Dartmouth in Devon. 2 vols., London, 1716. The works of John Locke in 3 vols. London, 1722. The Columbiad ; a poem by Joel Barlow, minister to France. Philadelphia, 1807. A New Law Library, 8th edition ; Giles Jacob, Gent. London, 1742. The Antiquarian Display. 313 CoovER, Dr'. Joseph H., Harrisburg: German Bible, by Martin Luther, printed in FranI Noah and Simon Cleophas,) by John Philip Shabalic. Print, Harris- burg, John S. Weistling. German Westminster Church Hymn Book, with notes. Lancaster,. John Baer, 1829. Catechism and Confession of Faith of the Churches of Christ, re- proachfully called Quakers. Printed in the year 1773 in Meric, Scot- land, on the eleventh of the sixth month; reprinted by Joseph Cruik- shank, in Market, between Second and Third streets, Philadelphia. A conversation on the Plurality of Worlds. Bought by John Creigh Gray, at New York, August 10, 1776. Wooden Cuckoo Clock, in perfect order, without case, that strikes, and cuckoos. Very old. French Silver Alarm Watch. Bought by John Shertzer, sr., of Ann- ville, Lebanon county. Pa., in September 1796. French pocket traveler's alarm ; a family relic. Steel flax-comb, owned by A. Runkle. 318 Centenary Memorinl. Set of old wooden cupping instruments and cups, made at different periods, of glass, brass, and silver. Set of old wooden clock tools. Hand made Pennsylvania Volunteer sword and leather scabbard, ' printing ; whereas the original Biblia Pauperum represents the era before early printing.] Tyndales' Pentateuch. Verbatim reprint of the edition of 1530 {No. 217 of the first edition, limited to 500 large paper copies.) By Rev. J. I. Mombert, D. D. 1884. The Coverdale Bible, A. D. 1535. The Holy Scriptures of the Olde and Newe Testaments, with the Apocripha. Faithfully translated from the Hebrue and Greke, by Myles Coverdale, sometime Lord Bishop of Exeter. Thick quarto. Reprint. S. Bagster & Sons, London. The Antiquarian Display. 331 The Book of Common Prayer. With the Holy Bible, {J^mg James Version.') Printed by Thomas and John Buck, printers to the Universi- ty of Cambridge, 1629. Small folio. The Book of Common Prayer, with the Holy Bible. Printed at Ox- ford, by John Baskett; at the University, 1724. Quarto, bound in Russia, gilt edges, and profusely illustrated. Holy Bible, containing the Old and New Testaments, together with the Apocrypha. Printed at Philadelphia, in twp large folio volumes, for John Thompson and Abraham Small, (from the hot press of John Thompson.) 1798. Complete Body of Divinity. By Thomas Stackhouse, A. M. Lon- don, 1755. Large folio. The Holy Bible. The second of the six oldest German Pre- Reforma- tion Bibles. Printed by John Mentel, of Strasburg, in 1466. One of the rarest German Bibles in existence. The Holy Bible. Vol. 2d, beginning with the Book of Proverbs. The third of the six oldest German Pre- Reformation Bibles. Printed at Nuremberg, by Sensenschmidt & Frisner. 1470-1473. Large folio. [An inscription on a fly-leaf of this volume by Bamheim, designates it as " The so-called Fourth German Bible." This writer is, however, in error, as M. Johannes Nast, in his Critical History of the first six editions of the German Bible, all printed from 1462 to 1477, describes this copy, and clearly proves that it is the third and not theyi;«?-M of the six earliest editions. (See Nast's History, Stuttgart, 1767.) Nast states that it is the first Bible in which wood cuts are found.] The Swiss German Bible. Translation made by the Swiss reform ers Zwingli and his contemporaries, and printed at Zurich in 1536 by the ■celebrated Bible printer, Christoffel Froschouer. The Swiss German Bible. Translation made by the Swiss reformers, Zwingli and his contemporaries, and printed in Zurich in 1536, by Christoffel Froschouer, the celebrated Bible printer. [This copy bound ■with heavy brass corner pieces and shields.] Holy Bible. German Wittemberg Bible. Translated by Martin Luther, and printed by Hans Luft, Wittemberg, 1583. German commentary on the New Testament, by Erasmus, of Rotter ■dam, born 1467, died in Basle, 1536. [The title page of this volume is lost. The type and illustrations render it almost certain that it was printed by Froschouer, at Zurich, during the lifetimeiof Erasmus.] 332 Centenary Manorial. Corpus Doctrina C.4w//<7«ir, (Body of Christian doctrine.) In the German language, by Philip Melancthon. Printed at Leipzick, 1560,. the last year of the celebrated reformer's life. Jerusalem, the Old Metropolis of the Jews, situated in an Earthly Paradise, the Emblem of the future Eternal City of God. Printed at Franckfurt am Mayn, 1563. Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles, (in German,) by Lind- hammern. Halle, 17^. Weltbuch. Spiegel und bildness des ganzen Erdbodens, von Sabas- tiani Franco Wordensi. Printed in 1534. [A large and comprehen- sive Geography of the World, published only 42 years after the discov- ery of America. Its statements in reference to the New World, then recently discovered, are very interesting.] LaSainte Bible, with marginal notes, per David Martin. Amster- dam and Utrecht, 1712. 'T Groot Waerelds Tafereel, Verbeeldende in Konst-Prenton de Heilige en Waereldsche Geschiedenissen, zedert den Aanvang des Waerelds Tot het uiteinde van de Openbaring van Joannes. Amster- dam, 1 72 1. [Events of Old and New Testament History, illustrated by most beautiful Etchings.] Biblia Pentapla, A. D. 171 1. The books of the Holy Scriptures, the Old and New Testaments in German, in five versions, viz: 1. The Roman Catholic, by Caspar Ulenberg, Theo. Sic. 2. The Evangelical Lutheran, by Martin Luther, Theol. D. 3. The Evangelical Reformed, by Johann Piscator, Theo. Prof 4. The Jewish, the Old Testament, by Joseph Athie; the New Tes- tament, by John Henry Reitzen. 5. The HoUandischen, by the authority of the Herren General Staaten. Life size oil portrait of Frederick Kelker, born 1780; settled in Har- risburg, 1805, died, 1857. Painted by Eicholtz in 1814. Columbus, with his brother and Roman Catholic priest, taking pos- session of the New World, and planting the cross, in 1492. A beautiful specimen of needle-work on silk, made by Catharine Fager, (afterwards Mrs. Frederick Kelker,) when sixteen years of age, at school in Harrisburg, in 1814. Picture of Reformed and Lutheran church built in 1 787, at the cor- ner of Third street and Cherry avenue. The first house of worship erected in Harrisburg. The Antiquarian Display. 333 Kelkkr, William A., Harrisburg : Full set of chair -maker's tools used in Harrisburg in 1810, by Gil- bert Burnett. Baby coach of same style as stage coaches of olden times. Wood- work made by John Tomlinson, coach-maker ; and iron work by John Geiger, blacksmith in Harrisburg, about the year 1825. McCoEMicK, James, Harrisburg: Reports of Sir Henry Yelverton, Kt. and Bart., 3d ed. corrected; Savoy. 1735. Report of cases of King's Bench and Com. Pleas, time of King "William, Queen Anne, Kings Geo. i and 2d; London, 1765. 2 vols. Cases in Equity, in High Court of Chancery; Savoy, 1756. Vol. 2. Gen. abridg. cases in equity, in the Savoy. 1756. Reports of cases of King's Bench and Com. Pleas, from 1670 to 1683; Savoy. 1742. He Sweit; C. M. S. ; Eyppel; cloth antique. Picture book scraps. Murder trial; Harrisburg; John Wyeth. 1798. Essays on law; Dublin. 1789. 2 vols. Young clerk's magazine. 1799. Clerk's English tutor; Savoy. 1733. Cases in Court of King's Bench, time of late Lord Hardwicke; Dublin. 1769. Doctor and student ; Dublin. 1792. Conductor Generalis for justices of peace ; Woodbridge, N. J. 1764. The law of uses and trusts ; Savoy. 1741- Crown circuit companion ; Savoy. 1 749. 2 vols. Wright's English Bible. 1781. A French-German dictionary ; Leipsic. 1746. A French-English dictionary ; London. 1777. David's psalms ; Carlisle. 1 804. Biblesche historien, (Hubner;) Harrisburg. 1826. Isabella Oliver's poems; Carlisle. 1805. McDaniel, Josiah, New Cumberland; Indian tomahawk and knife. Buckle and spoon. Wedgewood pitcher. 1790. 334 Centenary Memorial. Holy Bible. 1793. Fac simile of ancient Indian tomahawk and pipe, in brass. Nead, Benjamin M., Harrisburg: Letter from Wm. Penn. Dec. g, 1700. Letter from General E. Braddock. June 8, 1755. Letter from Conrad Weiser, the Indian interpreter. July 6, 1758. Brief of title to Penn'a; opinion by Dudley. ?4 Liec, 1739. Ryder, attorney general of England ; Grant. March, 1680. Fac simile of first Penn'a State paper. Aug., 1681. Soldier's discharge, signed by Gen. Anthony Wayne. Jan. 29, 1781. Late signature of Charles Wilson Peale, patriot artist of the revolu- tion. Jan. 14, 181 1. Letter from Gen. Washington concerning Gen. Chambers, of Cham- bersburg. April 10, 1777. First Penn'a State paper; oath and signatures of Lieut Gov. Mark- ham's council. Aug. 3, 1681. Receipt for soldiers' ferriage across the Susquehanna, at Harris' ferry. Dec. 17th and i8th, 1776. Letter signed by the Viscount Noailles, brother by marriage to the Marquise DeLafayette. Feb. 20, 1794. Paethemore, E. W. S., Harrisburg: Election certificate of John Parthemore, director of the poor for Dauphin county. 1815. Summons — John Parthemore, and his wife Catharine, late wife of Martin Shell, to appear before John Gloninger, Lebanon. 1784. Note given by Jacob Reeme to Rev. John Casper Stcever, minister at Lebanon, for his support. 1748. Inventory of personal estate of John Philip Parthemore, deceased, Paxtang township. 1797. Soldier's discharge — Heniy Myer, from Capt. Stoever's co. Deed 1782. On a large parchment by Geo. Frey and wife Catharine to John Backenstow, carpenter, and Philip Parthemore, blacksmith, for a lot of ground, corner High and Pine streets, Middletown, for the use of the German Calvist (Reformed) for a burial ground, May 22, 1770. Writ- ten by James Burd, J. P. Bible — Mormon, from W. D. AUeman, second cousin to the exhibitor, Springville, Utah. Martin Luther's sermon book — printed in 1558, at Frankfort-on-the- The Antiquarian Display. 335 Main, by Weyant Han, "in derr Schurr, Gassen-Zum Itrug," and is 327 years old; belonging to Mr. Parthemore's great-great-grandfather, Matthias Winagle, and came into his possession the year he was born. 1716. The True Christian — by Johann Arndt. 1730. Surgeon's certificate exempting John Parthemore from military duty. 1801. Parthemore Genealogy — by E. W. S. Parthemore. 1885. Printed by Lane S. Hart. Voice of Warning — Mormon history. Receipt for surveying land by land office prince of Pennsylvania. 1752- Account book — John Parthemore, overseer of roads Paxton town- ship. 1782. Paradise Garden, by Johann Arndt. 1761. Non Associators tax receipt of John Parthemore. 1777. Bond given, by John Parthemore and Christopher Shoop to Jacob Bomberger. 1772. Constable appointment — Henry Meyer by court of Dauphin county for Paxtang township. 1796. Non-associators certificate — Henry Meyer. 1777. Bill of goods to Jacob Reeme by Johannes Musser, of Philadelphia J755- Envelope containing obligations, form of initiation, and list of 66 names of members of a Know-Nothing lodge in Dauphin county. Pa. 1854. Leaf of a Bible — which is all that remains of John Frederick Par- themore's Bible containing his date of marriage, and to whom. 1721. Receipt and letter to John Parthemore by Julius Zatzinger, of Lan- caster. 1772. Dismissal — John Frederick Parthemore from the Margravate of Baden Baden, Sprenglingen, Province of Rhein Hessen, Hesse Darm- stadt, Germany. January 9, 1744. Church certificate — John Frederick Parthemore from Rev. John Wil- helm Nisberger, pastor Reformed church, Sprenglingen. May 22, 1744, Appraiser's certificate for gun made by Martin Shell for a member of Captain Green's company, Revolutionary War. Sept. 13, 1776. Sword, epaulettes, and plume worn by Daniel Parthemore, of pligh- spire, as first lieutenant. National Blues. 1843. Indian relics — pestle, hammer, and ceremonial ax, (very rare.) 336 Centenary Memorial. PoFFENBEEGER, De. A. T., Dauphiii : The family clerk and students' assistant — Bookkeeping by James Meginness ; Harrisburg. 1817. Das Neue Testament ; Carlisle. 1824. Printed by Moser & Peters. Der Geschwinde Rechner; Harrisburg. 1833. Printed by G. S. Peters. Shanahan, Rt. Rev. J. F., Harrisburg: St. Jerome's commentary on the Scriptures, Latin, Greek and He- brew text; Paris. 1533. The works of St. Gregory; Antwerp. 1572. Bellarmin's controversial works ; Lyons. 1599. Baronius' ecclesiastical annals ; Venice. 161 1. Joannis Maldonati Societatis — commentaries on the Gospels ; May- ence. 1602. Annalum Ecclesiasticum, Baronius ; Cologne. 1627. Complete works of St. Clement, of Alexandria; Greek and Latin text; Paris. 1629. Geozalez commentaries on Decretals ; Frankfort-on-the-Mayn. 1690. St. Basil's works ; French and Latin text ; Paris. 1638. Calmet's commentaries on the Bible ; French and Latin text ; Paris, 1724. Liberius' controversial works ; Milan. 1 744. Life and writings of St. Cyprian; Antwerp. 1568. Rollins' ancient history in French. 1733. Antonius Pius' works ; Amsterdam. 1667. New Testament; Greek text; first American edition; Worcester. .1800. Paradise Lost; Boston. 1826. Letters of Junius. 1814. The Christian Companion ; Harrisburg. 1831. Biblia Sacra, Vulg. ed., Sixti V ; Vienna. 1705. The Lord's Prayer written in seventy languages by students of the Propaganda, Rome. United States silver dollars, 1795 to 1799. Schmidt, Joseph, Harrisburg: Complete set of the new German Empire coin ; one pfennig ; 2 pfen- nig; 5 pfennig ; 10 pfennig; 20 pfennig; 50 pfennig; 100 pfennig. The Antiquarian Display. 337 (one mark;) 2 marks; 3 marks; 5 marks; old coins, German kreutz- er, 1743; new kreutzer, 1870; i 3-kreutzer, 1646; frauen thaler, pat- rona of Bavaria, with Holy Virgin and Jesus, 1763 ; Wurtemberg thal- er, i860; Austrian kulden, 1859; Austrian kronen thaler, 1788; Jolf shilling danake, 171 1 ; Mexican dollar, 1827; Spanish quarter, 1807; Bremen 12-crotten, 1858; American dollar, 1799; American half dol- lars, 1795, 1801, 1806, 1808, 1810, 1811, 1812, 1813, 1814, 1817, 1818, 1820, 1824, 1825, 1827, 1828. Fractional paper currency of the United States: One yellow, 5 cents ; one yellow, 10 cents; one yellow, 15 cents ; one yellow, 25 cents ; other kind, 25 cents ; small dark color 50 cents ; large last issue, 50 cents. Stevens, Thomas H., Harrisburg : Eleven lace bobbins in basket ; of last century. Armlet of eighteen agates. 1700. Chinese tea pot. 1810. Three china cups, of last century. Collection of silver and copper coins, of various values and dates — some quite rare. Steouse, Mrs. Joseph, Harrisburg: Infant's cap, two hundred years old. Pair of spectacles. 1730. > Lady's collar. 1800. Lady's bonnet. 1800. Gentleman's cane. 1810. Lady's muff of 1825. Lady's skirt of 1840. Weir, Misses Annie C. and Sybil M., Harrisburg : Letters to a young lady, calculated to improve the heart, to form the manners, and enlighten the understanding, " That our daughters may be as polished corners of the temple ; " Rev. John Bennett; New York. 1716. God's appearances for His church, under the New Testament; Mr. Robert Fleming, who died 1694. * 1732. New Testament in German; Beudingen. 1738. Abrege L'Histoire Universelle, depuis Charlemagne jusque a Charle- quint; par Mr. deVoltaire, 2 vols. 1753. 23 338 Centenary Memorial. Essais sur divers siijets de Literature et de Moral ; par Mr. L'Abbe Trublet, 3 vols. ; Amsterdam. 1755. Sermons on Christ's Famous Titles, and a Believer's Golden Chain, together with his Cabinet of Jewels, or a glimpse of Sion's Glory ; Wm. Dyer, preacher of the Gospel ; Belfast. 1761. Sermons to Young Women, James Fordyce, 2 vols. ; London. 1770. Works of Jonathan Swift, D. D.,D. S. P. D., with notes His. and Crit., by J. Hawkesvvorth, LL. D., and others; Dublin. 1774. Works of Josephus, trans, by Sir Robt. L'Estrang, Kt. ; 7th ed. Eng- lish, vols. I and 3; vol. I, pub. London. 1773. Vol. 3, New York. 1775- Greek grammar, purchased in 1779. The Gentleman's and Farmer's Almanack, 1782, being second after leap year and 22nd year of the reign of the King George III, 'till the 25th of Oct.; Dublin. Human Nature in its Fourfold State, by Mr. Thomas Boston, late minister of the Gospel at Etterick. 1787. The American Accountant, or Schoolmaster's New Assistant, Benj. Workman, A. M., Philadelphia. 1789. Poems by Wm. Cowper, Esquire, Boston. 1791. Schrevelliis Lexicon, London. 1791. Holy Bible, Edinburgh. 1791. Shorter Caledhism, Air, Scotland. 1792. The Pleasures of the Immagination by Dr. Akenside, to which is added, The Art of preserving Health, a poem by Dr. Armstrong, Exe- ter, Eng. 1794. A Short History of the British Empire during the last twenty months from May 1792, to the close of the year 1793, by Francis Plowden ; Dublin. 1794. Friendship in Death, in twenty Letters from the Dead to the Living, to which are added Letters moral and entertaining by Mrs. Elizabeth Rowe, New York. 1795. Selectee e Veteri Testamento Historite, purchased 1792. Selects e Profanis Scriptoribus Historic, Philadelphia. 1787. Voyage dans les Etats-Unis d'Amfrique, fait en 1795, 1796, et 1797, par LaRochefoucauld-Liancount; 8 vols. Pub. "L'anVIIde la Re- publique, (with maps.) Practical Philosophy of Social Life, or the Art of conversing with men ; after the German of Baron Knigge, by P. Will, minister of the Reformed German Congregation in the Savoy, Lansingburg. 1805. The Antiquarian Display. 339 Ovid Delphini, cura loannis Andtews, D. D., in Academie Pennsyl- vaniensi, Phil. Mor. Prof, et V. Prjcfectus; Philadelphia. 1805. History of the Civil War in Ireland, containing an impartial account of the proceedings of the Irish revolutionists from the year 1782, until the suppression of the intended Revolution. Rev. Jas. Gordon; Balti- more. 1805. Travels and Adventures in Canada, and the Indian Territories, be- tween the years 1760, and 1776, in two parts, Alexander Henry; New York. 1809. German Testament ; Germantown. i8ig. The Federalist on the New Constitution, written in the year 1788, by Mr. Hamilton, Mr. Madison, and Mr. Jay ; Hollowell, Maine. 1826. A Universal Geography, by M. Maltebrun. 3 vols. ; Boston. 1834. The Love of Jesus, a Dissertation on Baptism, Confirmation, and the Lord's Supper, by Frederika Misca, dedicated to His Excellency, Jo- seph Ritner, Governor of Pennsylvania, the Citizens of Harrisburg, and all subscribers, with a recommendation from Samuel Sprecher, pastor of Zion's church, Harrisburg. 4th edition; Harrisburg. 1838. Testament in the Hawaiian language, presented by Mrs. Mary Al- exander. Oahu. 1835. CONTRIBUTIONS BY CLASSES. Imperfect as the following records are, they will convey some idea of the varied character of the An- tiquarian display. Although earnestly requested, some of the Committees failed entirely, to make a list of articles in their respective classes. Others gave but a small portion. This was owing to the fact that it was not ascertained until almost the closing hours of the exhibition that the proper parties had failed in the work confided tothem. No records were pre- served of the articles of silver, jewelry, household and farm implements, furniture, musical instru- ments, coins, etc., save those given in individual lists, 340 Centenary Memorial. which comprised but a small portion of the articles exhibited. Indian Relics. Altmaier, Harry : Three stone axes, eight pieces Indian pottery, twenty-six arrow-heads one stone knife. Baker, Ellis S., Middletown : Bow and two arrows. Balsbaugh, Henry : Arrow heads. Boyd, Peter K.: Indian reticule, pair of moccasins. Calder, Mrs. William J. : Three water jars, used by Pueblo (New Mexican) Indians. Comfort, John C. : Ceremonial pick -ax, between two and two-and-a-half inches long — very fine. Davis, A. J. ; Alaskan Indian exhibits, as follows : Basket made of the fibrous roots of an Alaskan tree, an Alaskan lady's silver ear-ring, nineteen photographs of Alaskan scenery, horn spoon of fine workmanship, four Alaskan bracelets, abalena shells, money purse made of a swan's foot, with claws intact ; ten masks, carved box taken from a grave with the masks, gold quartz, sea otter skin, fur of a baby seal, kamalaka or water-proof coat, made of the intestines of a bear, land otter skin, yellow cedar board, covered bottle, cover made of same material as the basket, above described, floor mat made by an Alaskan Indian, of the inner bark of the yellow cedar, from Fort Wran- gel, Alaska. [The ten masks were worn years ago, by a Klinget Shamaan, at his incantations and were taken from a shamaan's grave, near Harrisburg, Alaska. These masks were hideous, and were intended to represent the faces of animals and human beings, in caricature.] Deitrich, Frank : Bow and four arrows, stone pipe, clay pipe, five arrow-heads, pair of moccasins, Indian vest, pair Indian pants, tobacco pouch. Egle, Dr. WfLLiAM Henry ; Stone axes, stone pestle, two stone hammers, one hammer-stone, one The Antiquarian Display. 341 stone quoit, iron tomahawlj, pair moccasins, pipe found in an Indian grave exliumed when excavating for a ditch at Chesapeake nail viforljs. Ornament stone. It was made to resemble an animal with very prominent eyes, and, no doubt, was highly prized by its original owner. Celt neolithic, forty arrow-heads, consisting of fine jasper, obsidium, &c., stone pipe, Indian beads, Indian beaded case, beaded flint case, Indian whip, gun cover. Enders, Dr. L., Enders : Ceremonial stone, seven spear-heads, three stone knives, two cutting stones, two stone borers, fifteen arrowheads. Fertig, Elias, Dauphin: One iron tomahawk. Ensminger, George, Strinestown, York county : Stone tube, supposed to tiave been used by the " medicine man" in the curing of diseases. The medicine man placed the tube on or close to the diseased part, made a few draws and blows through it, accom- panied with hideous contortions of face and body; this he repeated frequently, and if, by a natural course, a cure was effected, his fame, and the fame of his tube, became notorious. Ceremonial stone, sixty- five very fine arrowheads, six stone borers. These borers were used by Indians in making holes in hides. Various stone implements, &c., five scrapers, one cutting stone, stone pipe, eight stone axes, six stone hammers, one stone hoe, three celts, two scrapers, three cutting stones, one ornament stone, twenty-five pieces of pottery, seven spearheads. Eager, Dr. Charles B. : Three stone axes, one stone hammer, one stone pipe, Indian game bag of alligator skin, ceremonial pick-ax, one celt, three spearheads, stone pot, Indian bead, two arrowheads, Indian bone ornament, one iron spearhead, ceremonial stone, scalplock of a white woman killed and scalped by the Indians. [The stone pot, perfect, and a very rare relic, was found on Peter's mountain, and presented to Dr. John H. Eager.] Fisher, F. D. : Collection of arrowheads. Fisher Family, Swatara : Indian hatchet, of iron. Geety, W. Wallace, Dauphin : Collection of arrow-heads, two stone axes, one pestle. 342 ■ Centenary Memorial. Hartan, C, Dauphin : Stone knife, Indian shot. Hayes, Margaret, Grantville : Stone hammer. Hellerman, Mrs. : •Pair of moccasins, beaded belt, (one of the finest we have ever seen,) beaded bird bag, Indian suit, consisting of a coat of deer skin, and a pair of pants, of same material, both nicely fringed. [The above suit and accoutrements were purchased of an Indian, in the year 1855, and have been in the Hellerman family ever since. This suit, with the war bonnet, mentioned in Mrs. F. Wyeth's list con- stituted, in connection with an Indian false-face, the makeup of the " Cherokee Chief" placed on a pole at one end of the Indian relic de- partment, and was an attractive feature of the Antiquarian, especially for the little ones.] HiLGART, P. W. ; Stone ax, of the neolithic age. Kerr, Lydia, Highspire : Arrow and spear-beads. Kirk, W. E.: Pair of moccasinj, beaded neck-band, fifteen barbed arrow-heads One hundred triangular arrow-heads, two hundred and ten arrow-heads, spear-heads, and stone knives on cards, Indian war-paint stone, stone of unknown use, stone hatchet, two stone hammers, stone pestle, six stone axes, war-club, stone, stone of unknown use — supposed to have been used in making stone implements; stone ball, seven hammer-stones, four celts, pendant fur fishing, three stone hoes, three stone scrapers, polishing stone. Landis, Geo. C, Middletown : Pair Indian breeches, worn by the " White River Utes.'' McAllister, James H., Rockville : Stone ax. McCoRMicK, James : Piece of an Indian pipe of excellent workmanship. The whole pipe (which, judging from the part exhibited,] must have been very fine, was at one time in the possession of Mr. McCormick in perfect form. Stone hammer, stone ax. McDaniel, James Sawyers : Brass tomahawk and pipe combined. The Antiquarian Display. 343 McDantel, Josiah, New Cumberland: Indian tomahawk, Indian scalping knife, both used in Indian wars. Martin, Harry: Comanche pipe bowl made of the knot of a tree. It was found in Yellowstone Canon, Texas and is a fine specimen of Indian skill. "Mason, William : Stone mortar, found on an island near Harrisburg, many years ago ; was formerly in the possession of Mr. Daniel Sheesley, sr., and by him presented to Mr. Mason. The mortar is seven inches in diameter and five inches high. The cup of the mortar is three and one half inches deep, the largest diameter being four and one half inches, and shaped like a cup. Napier, Mrs. Eliza : Indian bow, lot of arrows, eagle feathers, scalping-knife, case and whistle of antelope shinbone, Indian whip, beaded tobacco pouch, pair small moccasins, paint pouch and flint pouch, with steel, petrified wood and flint, belt with three pouches complete; piece of Indian skull, with beads attached, found in a grave at Chesapeake nail works. [The former articles, with one exception, are relics of the " Custer massacre," and were obtained by a son of Mrs. Napier after the battle. The bow had thirty-one indentations on one side, which some of the Indians informed Mr. Napier indicated the number of buffaloes the owner had slain during his lifetime. The paint-pouch was filled with paint, some of which, no doubt, had been used to prepare the " braves " for the massacre. The body of a young man from Harrisburg was found by Mr. Napier on the battle-field, with three arrows deeply im- bedded in the flesh. Several of these are included among the second articles.] Norman, Philip A., Carlisle : Sioux blanket, beaded and waterproof, pair of leggings, medicine bag, beaded wrist-guard, victory feather and string of beads, bow and six arrows, beaded tobacco bag, pipe made by " High Wolf," Indian scalp lock, breast-plate made of porcupine quills, knife scabbard, very finely beaded, pair of child's moccasins, boy's beaded vest, Indian chief's shirt, Navajoe blanket, child's vest adorned with brass beads, neck-lace of porcupine quills, perfume bags, perfume bottle, young buf- falo hide. [Mr. Norman was among the Indians as a soldier for years, and his collection was obtained under many circumstances unfavorable to 344 Centenary Memorial. longevity ; some of them representing not only historical, but blood value. An arrow vi'hich he has in his possession struck him on the head, between the eyebrows, and, although penetrating the skull, did not touch a vital spot, but left a lifelong memento of the intentions of the savage foe. The Sioux blanket was hand-knit, and was impervi- ous to water for many hours. Many months were required for its com- pletion. Custer's bloody massacre was represented in his loan as well as other Indian battles.] O'CONNER, HaLDEMAN: Pestle of stone two feet long, three a,xes, one of them a fine ax of neolithic age, O'CoNNER, Dr. Mortimer : Seventeen arrows, spears and fish-spears, four long bows ; cassava strainer used by South American Indians in preparing the juice of the manioc plant for food. [What passes through the strainer goes into a vessel prepared for its reception ; on the surface of this strained juice is found a deadly poison, which is carefully skimmed off and the substance remaining, by preparation, becomes a very palatable food. Tapioca is purified cassava.] Five war clubs, or insignias of office among South American tribes. Case of poisoned arrows, used in hunting game. Blow-pipe for blowing the poisoned arrows. Three specimens of S. A. pottery; compares favorably with pottery made by white men. Pipe and tobacco pouch ; two bottles made by S. American Indians ; three calabashes adorned by Indians. [The bows exhibited were over five feet long, as long, in fact, as the Indian hunters who use them. Few men who visited the Antiquarian could have used them effectively, but, in the hands of the Indian, who from childhood is accustomed to their use in seeking his food and fight- ing his enemies, they answer all requirements. The poisoned arrows, (No. 5,) attracted much attention. They were placed in one of the glass cases, and, in consequence of the danger attending their being carelessly handled, no one but authorized members of the committee were allowed to handle them. They were about one foot long, of the thickness of a match, and made out of a reed found in S. A. These arrows can be blown by an expert one inch into an oak board without being broken, and poisonous as they are, constitute the only ammuni- tion a South American Indian hunter desires. The poison with which the points of the arrows are impregnated, paralyzes the game before it kills it, but, strange to say, the flesh of the animal can be eaten with The Antiquarian Display. 345 impunity. The blow-gun is seven feet long, and requires months to complete it, in consequence of lack of tools.] Ott, Frederick M. : Three celts, five stone axes, four stone hammers, iron hatchet, piece of canister, supposed to have been used by the Paxtang Rangers. Parthemore, E. W. S. : Indian pestle, very fine ceremonial ax, stone hammer. Peters, F. D. ^ Silver breast-plate, made and worn by " Black Bear; " very unique, two arrow-heads. PoFFENBERGER, Dr. A. T., Dauphin : Stone ax, stone hammer. PoFFENBERGER, Miss MAGGIE,' Dauphin : Seven arrow-heads, stone hammer, stone hoe, (neolithic.) Pratt, Mrs. Captain, Indian School, Carlisle : Seminole head-band, Modoc bow, Kiowa bow and four arrows, one pair Caddo moccasins, one pair Sioux moccasins, one pair Navajoe moccasins, one pair Comanche moccasins, one pair Cheyenne mocca- sins, one pair Kiowa moccasins, one pair Arapaho moccasins, one pair Sioux moccasins, worked with porcupine quills, Pueblo sash, Sioux beaded cover, papoose cradle, Sioux necklace and ear-pendant of shells, necklace of brass beads, photograph of " Powderface," an Ara- paho chief, photograph of an Indian camp, Navajoe blanket, birch toy canoe, photograph of an Indian girl, Omaha dolls, Comanche comb and awl case, pipe of peace, smoked in making a treaty between the Arapaho and Pawnee Indians, Modoc bow made by " Scarfaced Char- ley," watchguard made by the San Carlos Indians, two bowls made by Apache Indians, barkholder made by Menominee Indians, saddle-bags made by Shoshone Indians. [Mrs. Pratt's collection was very fine, and much admired by all in- terested in such collections. The most of the articles were of great his- torical value, and were such an accumulation the value of which money cannot represent.] Shenk & Eiker, Marsh Run : Six stone scrapers, two stone knives, one stone hammer. Snyder, Rev. W. H. H. . War-club, made with an elliptical stone, covered with tanned hide, attached to a stick, ready for use ; Indian papoose doll, owned, origin- 346 Centenary Memorial. ally, by one of the children of the Crow Indians, of Montana. The doll was placed in a papoose cradle, and attracted much attention. Strock, Wm. B. : Indian violin, purctesed by him of an Indian. It was eighteen inches long, and two inches in diameter, made of the limb of a maple tree, and painted with hieroglyphics. The harmonies it produced with its one string of sinew were no doubt very monotonous. Thomas, Findlay I. . Pair moccasins, stone hammer, ornament stone, found in Susque- hanna river. TOMKINSON, Miss M. M. . Ceremonial pick-ax, from Ohio. It was about three inches long, perfectly and symmetrically formed ; stone ax. Meck, H. R. . Stone hatchet. Wyeth, Mrs. F. : Pair Sioux garters, papoose cradle, brass tomahawk and pipe com- bined, beaded powder-case, bow and arrows, Indian bridle, Indian war bonnet made of eagles' feathers, pair moccasins, pair squaw's leggings, beaded pouch, Indian doll and paraphernalia, beaded bag, beaded money purse, musk bag, pair small moccasins; Indian war shield, circular in form, and made of buffalo hide, ornamented with feathers. [Mrs. Wyeth's war bonnet was one of the finest made, being over six feet long and contained thirty-three eagle feathers on the back and twenty-seven on the head. These feathers were of eagles shot by the Indian from whom it was obtained, and as it represented his skill as a hunter, was highly prized by the original owner.] Old Church Relics. Derry Church : View of the log church erected about 1740, and a plan of the memo- rial church now being erected. Pulpit of 1740. Communion table and two chairs. 1740. Communion service of 1785. Two contribution boxes, about 1740. Tokens, 1780. "Mrs. Jacob F. Seiler. Linen, 1785. Mrs. C. L. Bailey. Original call of Paxtang and Derry churches to Rev. John Elder. Sept. 26, 1754. The Antiquarian Display. 347 Easel made of wood from the old church with ancient pew door on it. Paxtang Church : Old communion table and benches. Silas Rutherford. Communion linen, home spun, over one hundred years old, consist- ing of two long table cloths, one square table cloth, and four napkins. The old pewter communion service. John B. Rutherford. Easel made of wood from the church, with ancient pew door resting on it. Mrs. Barber. Neck band worn by Rev. John Elder. Hanover Church : Communion tray of 1780. Market Square Presbyter fan Church, Harrisburg: Old arm-chair. 1790. Mrs. Isabella S. Kerr. Portrait of Rev. William R. DeWitt, pastor of the church almost 50 years. Church Bible. 1790. Portrait of James W. Weir, superintendent of the Presbyterian Sun- day-school, from i8j4 to 1878. Sunday-school superintendent's chair used from its first organization. Sabbath-school bell, made from the old bell belonging to the church burned in 1858. ZiON Lutheran Church, Harrisburg: View of church built in 1814. Baptismal bowl, in use a century ago. Desk and table, two contribution bags, and two sconces. Life-size portrait of Martin Luther, the reformer. Lutheran S. S. Association. Engraving of " The Last Supper." William Sayford. Reformed Church, Harrisburg : Engraving of " Christ Blessing Little Children." Mrs. George Z. Kunkel. The linen eommunion table cloth, purchased Oct. 2, 1795, and used on sacramental occasions afterwards for more than seventy years. Communion service : tankard, cup and plates used by the Reformed and Lutheran congregations, from 1787 to 1816; and from 1816 to 1839, by the Reformed Salem church. Walnut altar table of the Reformed and Lutheran (union) church, built in 1787, now used as the platform desk, in the lecture-room of the Reformed Salem church, of Harrisburg. 348 Centenary Memorial. Two contribution boxes of 1787. Tin sconce. 1787. Charity box. 1820. R. F. Kelltef. Walnut chair. 1822. View of Reformed and Lutheran church, Harrisburg. Built in 1787. Grace Methodist Episcopal Church : Two chairs used in the Methodist Church, Harrisburg, in 1810. St. Stephen's P. Episcopal Church, Harrisburg : The old arm chair in which the venerable Bishop White sat. 1828. Two funeral biers, used in early days of burial. Prayer book, published in 1696. Mrs. Catharine Boude. The Book of Common Prayer. 1794. Mrs. Seneca G. Simmons. Roman Catholic: German Catholic prayer book, printed at Aschaffenberg, Bavaria, about 1756. This book used as " Bridal Prayer Book" by the great grandmother, grandmother, and mother of A. R. Kiefer, at their respec- tive weddings. Rosary 150 years old. Mrs. Nancy Magee. Crucifix 475 yeai-s old. Mrs. John C. Delaney. Miscellaneous : Gei'man communion tankard. Mrs. James McCormick. Cherub from old Spanish church. Mrs. James McCormick. War Relics, 1776—1861. Boude, Mrs. Catharine: Sword of Capt. Thomas Boude, of the Revolution, presented to him by Gen. Washington. Conrad, John B. : Minnie ball taken from the skull of a Confederate captain, killed at the battle of Fredericksburg, December 13, 1862. Portfolio found in Washington, D. C, in 1862. Stone picked up at Gettysburg, on the spot where Gwi'l Hancock was wounded when Picket made his charge. Cox, John B. : Blunderbuss. No history. Creswell, Frank : Bullet, relic of the late war. Daugherty, Capt. Eli : [A Bible and a gold watch that saved his life. A Confederate bullet The Antiquarian Display. 349 struck the watch and chipped out a section, including the stem, like a crescent and then penetrated the Bible, stopping about half way ; its course being then deflected, it passed out close to the lid tearing it somewhat. He found the bullet ; cut it into three sections and placed them in his pocket-book, which he lost in Boston, Mass. Although offering a reward of twenty dollars for the recovery of the bullet, and no questions asked, he was unsuccessful.] Detweiler, Mrs. E. P. : Two canes, owned originally by Benjamin Parke. One sword, owned originally by Thomas Parke. One pair of pistols carried through the Revolutionary war by Benja- min Parke. Early, D. S. -. U. S. sword of iron and leather scabbard made in 1 799 — handmade. Sword with silver and leather scabbard found on Gettysburg battle- field. Egle, Dr. William H. : Hessian sword captured at the battle of Trenton. Sword owned by Sergeant Geo. Beatty, and used in 1812. Wooden bowl used by a Revolutionary soldier. Mexican spurs. Eager, Dr. Charles B. : Gun-barrel. Piece of a Revolutionary flag. Geety, W. Wallace, Dauphin: Confederate note, Winchester bank. Picturs captured at the resi- dence of Col. Stewart, of "Black Horse Cavalry" fame. Rebel orders. Fac-simile of the first paper printed in America. Ulster County Gazette. "Southeri\, Rights," a paper printed by northern soldiers after they had possession of the office and printing press. Grape shot which entered Mr. Geety's head at the base of the nose, breaking off a piece of his skull and lodging in his neck. Spear of brass made from the sheathing of a locomotive destroyed by the Confederates at Martinsburg, Va. Shell nipple. Bottom of a shell fired at the Union forces, in the late war. 350 Centenary Memorial. George, William J. ; Gun of English manufacture, captured from the Confederates at Get- tysburg. Greenawalt, Theodore D. : Grandfather's gu.i. The gun has an extraordinarily long barrel, and is eighty years old. GuTscHALL, Richard, Dauphin: Sword and belt used in Revolutionary war. Haves, Mrs. Margaret, Grantville : Powder-horn used at the battle of Lexington, and brought to Amer- ica from Ireland. Hamilton, A. Boyd : Lock of a musket used in the war of 1812. Sword bayonet used by Ellsworth's Zouaves. Hamilton, Dr. Hugh. : Sabre from Camp Brookwood, Hannah's woods, war of 1861. HiCKOK, W. O. : Flintlock pistol. Hinckle, George : Gun 1 20 years old. McAllister, James H. . Gun owned originally by John Harris. Pistols presented by Gen. George Washington to Archibald McAl- lister, after the battle of Monmouth. Grape canister, found above Harrisburg, and supposed to have been used by the " Paxtang Rangers," in a swivel gun. Mersereau, James: Powder-horn used in Revolutionary war. Middaugh, J. K. : John White's powder-horn, used in 1812. Sword of 1812. Sword of 1776. Nagle, Mrs. G. F., Philadelphia : Very fine swoid and scabbard presented to Colonel Geo. A. C. Seller, when commander-in chief at Camp Curtin. RiNGLAND, Dr. John, Middletown: Pike made for the use of John Brown, at Harper's Ferry, and with which he intended to arm the slaves. The Antiquarian Display. 351 Saul, J. M. ; Flintlock horse-pistol. Sword, no history. SCHAFFNER, DANIEL, Hummelstown : Army blanket, used in the late rebellion. Stauffer, J. H. : Old flintlock gun. Stoner, W. S., and Mary A., Highspire : Gun vised in 1776. Cannon ball used in Revolutionary war. Game-bag used in 1776. Bayonet used in 1776. Cartridge-box used in 1776. Sword and holster used by Captain John Stoner, in the war of 1812. Pewter fife. Thomas, Findlay, I. -. Sword captured in front of Petersburg, Va., and presented to Mr. Thomas. The crape around it was placed there when President Lin- coln was assassinated, and has never been removed. The belt was presented by Amos Leschey, orderly to Gen. Grant. ToMLiNSON, Mrs. John B. . Yardstick 100 years old. Originally owned by Mrs. Elizabeth App, who took tea with General Washington. TowsEN, Harry H. . Old gun. No history. Weills, Dr. W. M. L. : Indian tomahawk picked up at the battle of Tippecanoe. WiKEL, John: Very old sword found in the Susquehanna river, near the C. V. R. R. bridge, Harrisburg, Pa. Young, John : Gun in his possession 63 years. Old China, Pottery, &c. Case table china from Foo Chow. Mrs. James Calder. Collection of butterfly china. Mrs. John Keffer. Collection of German china. Mrs. E. D. Klein. Te 'te set Dresden; present to her mother on her marriage, 1801. Mrs. E. D. Klein. 352 Centenary Memorial. China cup and saucer, 1775. Mrs. E. D. Klein. China cup and saucer, 1774. Memento of a tomb of a dead friend. Mrs. E. 1 ). Klein. Flower bottles from Brazil. Mrs. E. D. Klein. Two majolica pitchers from Scotland, 150 years old. Mrs. M. E. Brooke. Pitcher 175 years old. Kate McKee. Large collection of vases. Mrs. James McCormick. Ancient tea pot. Mrs. Jane Chester. Part of a set of china presented to Jane Hamilton, on her marriage to Gen'l John Kean, December 10, 1789. Two pieces Canton china. Misses Weir. English plate, 100 years old. Mrs. Collins, Steelton. Two vases imported from China, 1799. T. D. Greenawalt. Dark blue coifee-pot, 100 years old. Mrs. James Mahon. Dark blue coffee-pot, 74 years old. Mrs. T. F. Mullen. Two blue china plates, 125 years old. Mrs. W. L. Trewick. Purple china plate, over 100 years old. Mrs. J. L. Stoey. Purple china tea set 100 years old. Mrs. Miller. Plate from Wales. Miss Fenn. Very old flower vase. Mrs. R. Hummel. Turkey plate, 60 years old. Mi-s. J. R. Miller. Very old platter. Mrs. George Hoyer. Blue china platter, 150 years otd. Mrs. D. L. Jauss. Black and blue china platter, 100 years old. Mrs. Bidleman. Two china cake plates, 80 years old. Mrs. R. Hogan. Purple amier plate, 50 years old. Mary McCarroll. Tea set, dark blue china. G. B. Wiestling. Large flowered soup plate, 80 years old. Mrs. Kate Hammill. Old china cream pitcher. Miss Maggie Uhler. Little Liverpool cream pitcher, 100 years old. Mrs. Milleisen. China cream pitcher, 70 years old. Mrs. Robt. Vaughn. Pepper-box, 150 years old. John Wilver. China cream pitcher, 106 years old. Mrs. Clara Segelbaum. One dark blue platter, 100 years old. Mrs. S. H. Kennedy. Turkey plate 75 years old. Miss Maria L. Scheffer. Light blue platter, 90 years old, Charles Reel. Coffee and tea set silvered pottery, made 1810. Miss Sarah B. Egle. Liverpool bowl, very old. Mrs. Beard. The Antiquarian Display. 353 Common brown bowl, made 1807. Mrs. Witherow. Sugar bowl, 100 years old. Mrs. J. L. Stoey. Butter dish, 100 years old. Mrs. Corbett. Pepper-bottle, made 1685. A. McKee. Plaque of china, made 1685. Mrs. E. Haldeman Longenecker. Image found in the streets of Ninevah, made of the ashes of a human being, 300 years old. H. A. Kelker. Fish knives, 1774. Mrs. E. D. Klein. Flow er vase, silvered pottery. 100 years old. Mrs. D. Mumma. Cream pitcher of Bombey ware of 1785. Mrs. Hage. Antique plate, very rare. 1775. A specimen of inlaid work of precious stone as seen on the interior of the Tap, the tomb of the Queen Argamund Banoo, wife of King Shahjehan, which was built in Agra, during Shehjehan's reign, and is the most beautiful tomb known. Mrs. Brown, missionary from India. Set of lava plates, bronzed. Gen. Simon Cameron. China ornament, 150 years old. Mrs. W. McGonigal. Small cup and saucer. Mary Hogan. Salt dish, 80 years old. Chinese tea-pot. Thos. Stevens. Chinese bowl, 100 years old. Dark blue bowl with white figures, 100 years old. Zuni pottery. Very old cups. Mrs. H. M. Graydon. Small cream pitcher, 80 years old. Cup and saucer; after dinner cup, oil bottle, blue willow china. Miss Huston. Cup, saucer and plate used by chief Beau. Mrs. Mather. China cup, saucer, plate and tray. Mrs. B. L. Forster. Small blue china plate, 252 years old. Two custard cups and saucers 125 years old. Mrs. H. J. Armstrong. Small blue tea-pot, willow pattern, 100 years old. Mrs. M. E. Brooke. Three cups and two saucers 75 years old, cup and saucer 107 years old, cup and saucer 100 years old, cup and saucer 100 years old, cup and saucer 115 years old, cup and saucer 135 years old, cup and saucer 200 years old. Charles H. Small. Cup and saucer owned by Lord Baltimore, and out of which Gener- 24 354 Centenary Memorial. als Hancock and Gibbons, of the Union army, were treated to tea by the late owners, the Misses Scott, near Fredericksburg, Va. Two china plates from Scotland. Mrs. M. E. Brooke. China tea cosy. Miss R. Pollock. Stone bottle, loo years old. Salad bowl, 50 years old. Mrs. John Kepple. Egg shell china, brought from Japan at the treaty, in Commodore Perry's flag ship, Susquehanna. Mrs. B., L. Forster. Tea cup, 100 years old. Mrs. D. L. Jauss. Tea pot, 80 years old. Mrs. John Kepple. Cream pitcher, cup and saucer. Mrs. LeRue Lemer. Two china cups from Scotland. Mrs. M. E. Brooke. Plate owned by Wm. Penn. Mrs. Chas. A. Boas. Tea caddy, 100 years old, was in Chicago fire. China bowl. Mrs. H. M. Graydon. Pickle dish, 150 years old, Mrs. Thomas S. Weirman. Sugar bowl, 105 years old. House idol brought from India 40 years ago. Miss G. F. Huston. Stone bowl, 140 years old. John Wilson. Four pieces of china used 60 years ago by Catharine Shelly. Mrs. J. R. Miller. Three china cups of last century. Thos. Stevens. China ring, 100 years old. Mrs. Chas. H. Small. Plate, cup, and saucer, brought from Wales, 1710. Mrs. Kenn. China tea cup and metal receiver, also rice cup. Fred. Kelker. Cameo cream pitcher, 1820. Mrs. S. M. Forster. Sugar bowl, loo years old. Mrs. Chas. H. Small. Majolica pitcher very old. Mrs. M. E. Brooke. Cream pitcher owned by James Alricks. Mrs. B. L. Forster. Plate, cup, and saucer from Wales. Mrs. Fenn. China vase. Mrs. B. L. Forster. Blue china gravy bowl and plate. Mrs. Geo. Hoyer. Blue water pitcher. John K. Small. Blue plate, 100 years old. Mrs. Milleisen. Cream pitcher, 75 years old. Mrs. W. A. Zollinger. Plate, 75 years old. Mrs. R. Ricker. Cream pitcher, 75 years old. Mrs. D. L. Jauss. Old tea pot. Mrs. E. Demmy, Middletown. Sugar bowl, lOO years old. Mrs. Gipe. The Antiquarian Display. 355 Light blue tea pot, 105 years old. Mrs. Donecl