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# Solebury Township Historical Society

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## Posts

- [Malcolm Crooks](https://soleburyhistory.org/malcolm-crooks/) - Interviewee: Malcolm P. Crooks Date of birth/age at interview: May 17, 1923/87 Interviewer: Chase Asplundh, Linda Metcalf Interview date: November 20, 2010 Interview location: Crook’s home at Tuckamony Farm in Solebury Interview length: 45 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s through 2010 Summary: This is an overview of Malcolm’s life including many insights into Solebury before
- [National Canal Museum Video History - 1, Delaware Canal](https://soleburyhistory.org/national-canal-museum-video-history-1-delaware-canal/) - Videographer: William W. Chambers Video date: 1930 Video location: Delaware Canal from Smithton to Point Pleasant and Lumberville Video length: 20 minutes Time span: 1930 Summary: This video by Chambers shows the canal boats and mules at work, as well as several locks in action raising and lowering boats. This is one of two silent films from the
- [William L. Lathrop](https://soleburyhistory.org/william-l-lathrop/) - Video subject: William L. Lathrop, his family, friends, and boat Videographer: unknown, but possibly W. W. Chambers Video date: 1929 - 1930 Filming location: Phillips Mill and the Delaware Canal Video length: 4.8 minutes Summary: This short, soundless movie captures Lathrop’s family and friends on probably 3 different occasions: a party or special occasion in
- [Joseph Crilley](https://soleburyhistory.org/joseph-crilley/) - Name of interviewee: Joseph Crilly Date of birth/age at interview: January 8, 1920/87 Interviewer: Colleen Crilly Interview date: 2007 Interview location: Crilley home in Carversville Interview length: 7 minutes Time span discussed: February 1942 to December 1945 Summary: Joseph is interviewed by his granddaughter Colleen in this charming, well edited and informative video that focuses
- [Betty Tease](https://soleburyhistory.org/betty-tease/) - Interviewee: Betty Tease Date of birth/age at interview: 1914/ 87 Interviewers: Sally Jagoe, David Benner Interview date: May 30, 2001 Interview location: Tease residence Interview Length: 55 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 2000 Summary: Betty moved to the area when her father retired from the railroad and needed to live in the country for
- [Maude Cathers - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/maude-cathers/) - Speaker: Maude Cathers Date of birth/age at time of recording: 1904/66 Occasion: an interview by New Hope-Solebury Elementary School children Speech date: 1981, estimated Speech location: New Hope-Solebury Elementary School classroom Speech length: 57 minutes (last 4 minutes corrupted by student noise) Time span discussed: 1909 to 1969 Summary: Maude initially attended Greenhill and Solebury one-room
- [Grant Emery - 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/grant-emery-3/) - Interviewee: Grant Emery Date of birth: circa 1890 Interviewer: C. P. “Bill” Yoder, canal historian Interview date: February 20, 1969 Interview location: Emery home Interview length: 6 minutes Time span discussed: 1897 to 1912 Summary: This third short interview with Grant Emery contains stories about boats caught in the ice and two favorite boatmen stops
- [George F. (Sparky) Cochran](https://soleburyhistory.org/george-f-sparky-cochran/) - Name of interviewee: George F. (Sparky) Cochran Date of birth/age at interview: unknown circa 1920/about 72 Interviewer: Lance Metz and Zip Zimmerman Interview date: December 22, 1992 Interview location: Cochran home Interview length: 15 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 1955 Summary: A short talk that paints in a number of tragic incidents on the
- [Anne Goodell Lathrop](https://soleburyhistory.org/anne-lathrop/) - Interviewees: Anne Goodell Lathrop (Sally Nimick also present) Date of Birth/age at inteview: Anne: 1902/83 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: November 4, 1985 Interview location: Lathrop home at Phillips Mill Interview length: 55 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s – 1930s Summary: Anne married William Lathrop's son, Julian, in 1931. Anne and Sally were clearly lifelong friends from
- [Elizabeth Lawrie](https://soleburyhistory.org/elizabeth-lawrie/) - Interviewee: Elizabeth Lawrie Date of birth: unknown Interviewer: Lorrie Petrov Interview date: June 13, 1985 Interview location: Lawrie’s home, Old Mill Road, New hope Length: 46 minutes Time span discussed: 1949 to the time of the interview Summary: Elizabeth was a New Hope resident from 1949 and became a well-known local painter. This interview really
- [Ruth Folinsbee](https://soleburyhistory.org/ruth-folinsbee/) - Interviewee: Ruth Folinsbee Date of birth/age at interview: August 8, 1890/93 Interviewer: Mary Barry Interview date: August 1, 1984 Interview location: Follinsbee home on Main Street , New Hope, PA Interview length: 45 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s - 1940s and present day (1984) Summary: Ruth’s voice was weak at 94 years old and she was
- [Lucy Nace White DeGeorgio - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/lucy-white/) - Interviewee: Lucy Nace White DeGeorgio; three other men and one other woman were also present Date of birth/age at interview: 1897/88 Interviewers: Jack Creamer, Harry Haenigsen Interview date: 1986 Interview location: Lambertville, NJ; probably a seniors' residence Interview length: 1 hour Time span discussed: early 1900s Summary: This piece retells the history of a young illiterate
- [Roland Fiori](https://soleburyhistory.org/roland-fiori/) - Interviewee: Roland Fiori Date of birth/age at interview: unknown Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: August 3, 1984 Interview location: Durrant home Interview length: 42 minutes Time span discussed: dates not mentioned, but probably 1960s to 1984 Summary: A marvelous tape covering the New Hope music and (mostly non-painter) artistic scene in its later hay days. Roland
- [George Nakashima](https://soleburyhistory.org/george-nakashima/) - Interviewee: George Nakashima Date of birth/age at interview: May 42, 1905/79 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: September 11, 1984 Interview location: Nakashima Studio Interview length: 1 hour, 30 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s to 1984 Summary: A long interview with discussions outside the normal New Hope art scene. George’s remembrances of complex early life events
- [Ranulph Bye - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/ranulph-bye/) - Interviewee: Ranulph Bye Date of birth/age at interview: June 17, 1916/69 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: January 26, 1986 Interview location: Bye home in Holicong Interview length: 1 hour Time span discussed: 1920s to 1980s Summary: This recording is not the best sound quality, despite efforts to clean it up. Fortunately Ranulph is understandable for
- [Charles Hargens, Jr. - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/charles-hargens-jr/) - Name of interviewee: Charles Hargens, Jr. Date of birth/age at interview: August 30, 1893/91 Interviewer: Glenna Lang Bye, Ranulph Bye Interview date: June 19, 1984 Interview location: Hargens studio in Carversville Interview length: 55 minutes Time span discussed: 1905 to 1984 Summary: This is an interview of an accomplished artist by two of his Solebury peers,
- [Emily Leith-Ross](https://soleburyhistory.org/emily-leith-ross/) - Name of interviewee: Emily Leith-Ross Date of birth/age at interview: March 18, 1901/85 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: December 10, 1986 Interview location: Leith-Ross home at Pennswood Village Interview length: 1 hour Time span discussed: 1914 to 1980s Summary: Emily gives us a full account of her husband’s (Harry "Tony" Leith-Ross's) movements, background, education, and
- [Edward W. Redfield - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/edward-w-redfield-1/) - Name of Interviewee: Edward W. Redfield (Dorothy Redfield, his daughter-in-law, and Virginia Lippincott also present) Date of birth/age at interview: December 1869/93 Interviewer: Robert H. Lippincott, for Bucks County Realtor Magazine Interview date: March 4, 1963 Interview location: Redfield home, Centre Bridge Interview length: 1 hour 30 minutes Time span discussed: 1870s to 1963 Summary:
- [Edward W. Redfield - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/edward-w-redfield-2/) - Name of interviewee: Edward W. Redfield Date of birth/age at interview: December 1869/93 Interviewers: Charles Hargens, Jr., Harry Leith-Ross, John Richardson Interview date: February 20, 1963 Interview location: Redfield home, Centre Bridge Interview length: 46 minutes Time span discussed: 1887 to 1963 Summary: This interview among fellow artists compliments recording 1 with some retelling of stories.
- [Edward W. Redfield - 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/edward-w-redfield-3/) - Name of interviewee: Edward W. Redfield Date of birth/age at interview: 1869/93 Interviewers: Charles Hargens, Jr., Harry Leith-Ross, John Richardson Interview date: February 20, 1963 Interview location: Redfield home, Centre Bridge Interview length: 1 hour Time span discussed: 1869 to 1963 Summary: This appears to be an original tape for what was eventually an edited version. Clearly much
- [Betty Chardon](https://soleburyhistory.org/betty-chardon/) - Interviewee: Betty Chardon Date of birth/age at interview: Unknown Interviewer: Sally Jagoe Interview date: April 8, 2005 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 45 minutes Time span discussed: 1950 to 2000 Summary: Betty moved to Solebury as a new wife in 1948 and lived on Chapel Road near St. Phillip's Chapel. This interview is a must
- [Harold McDonald](https://soleburyhistory.org/harold-mcdonald/) - Interviewee: Harold McDonald Date of birth/age at interview: approximately 1904/97 Interviewers: Sally Jagoe, David Benner Interview date: February 28, 2001 Interview location: McDonald residence Interview length: 47 minutes Time span discussed: 1933 to 2000 Summary: Harold was a Solebury farmer who was much involved in the Township’s social life. In 1932 Harold's sister asked him
- [John Radosin](https://soleburyhistory.org/john-radosin/) - Interviewee: John Radosin Date of birth/age at interview: Unknown/83 (estimated) Interviewer: Sally Jagoe Interview date: August 19, 2004 Interview location: Radison residence Interview length: 61 minutes Time span discussed: 1935 to 2000 Summary: John reviews his life in Solebury, including the marriage to his 17-year-old wife just before he was drafted for World War II.
- [Kyle St. Clair](https://soleburyhistory.org/kyle-st-clair/) - Interviewee: Kyle St. Clair Date of birth/age at interview: unknown Interviewer: Sally Jagoe Interview date: February 2, 2005 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 42 minutes Time span discussed: 1980 to 2000 Summary: This interview is a short review of the Vicar's 20 years of service at St. Phillip's Church. He mentions past congregation members and issues
- [Edward Fell](https://soleburyhistory.org/edward-fell/) - Interviewee: Edward Fell Date of birth/age at interview: April 2, 1917/90 Interviewers: Sally Jagoe, David Benner Interview date: October 19, 2007 Interview location: Fell residence Interview length: 84 minutes Time span discussed: Late 1920s through war, later years to 2000 Summary: Ed was a 90 year old Penobscot Indian descendant who lived in Solebury for 83
- [Richard Mangan](https://soleburyhistory.org/richard-mangan/) - Interviewee: Police Chief Richard J. "Duffy" Mangan (retired 2006) Date of birth/age at interview: March 20, 1944/67 Interviewer: Sally Jagoe Interview date: 2011 Interview location: Jagoe residence Interview length: 94 minutes Time span discussed: 1966 to 2006 Summary: This is a wide ranging discussion of police activities and businesses in Solebury Township during the 41 years Chief
- [Dana Garber Applestein](https://soleburyhistory.org/dana-garber-applestein-2/) - Interviewee: Dana Garber Applestein, occasionally joined by her sister Tanis Garber Shaw Date of birth/age at interview: Dana unknown, Tanis 1945 or 1946/61 or 62 Occasion: presentation on Daniel Garber sponsored by the Michener Art Museum Presentation date: June 15, 2007 Presentation location: Daniel Garber’s studio at his home in Cuttalossa; Suzanne and Bromley Lowe
- [Dana Garber Applestein](https://soleburyhistory.org/dana-garber-applestein/) - Interviewee: Dana Garber Applestein, occasionally joined by her sister Tanis Garber Shaw Date of birth/age at interview: Dana unknown, Tanis 1945 or 1946/61 or 62 Occasion: presentation on Daniel Garber sponsored by the Michener Art Museum Presentation date: June 15, 2007 Presentation location: Daniel Garber’s studio at his home in Cuttalossa; Suzanne and Bromley Lowe
- [Laurent and Dorothy Redfield](https://soleburyhistory.org/laurent-and-dorothy-redfield/) - Interviewee: Dorothy Hayman Redfield (sometimes interpreting for her husband Laurent) Date of birth/age at interview: Dorothy: August 27, 1901/85; Laurent: December 12, 1899/86 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: April 2, 1987 Interview location: Redfield home in Doylestown Interview length: 1 hour, 7 minutes Time span discussed: 1900 to 1985 Summary: Laurent was Edward W. Redfield’s
- [Donald A. Hedges - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/don-hedges/) - Interviewee: Don Hedges (his wife Peggy was also present) Date of birth/age at interview: June 3, 1905/80 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: July 18, 1985 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 1 hour, 7 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 1985 Summary: Don and Peggy Hedges moved to the New Hope area in the late 1920s.
- [Rebecca Bailey](https://soleburyhistory.org/rebecca-bailey/) - Interviewee: Becky Bailey Date of birth/age at interview: 1918/unknown Interviewer: unknown Interview date: unknown, probably early 1980s Interview location: unknown Interview length: 30 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s and 1930s. Summary: Becky Bailey, a former New Hope-Solebury elementary teacher, and the unknown interviewer share a fast 30-minute review of local schools and student activities. Despite
- [Rachel Latta Franck](https://soleburyhistory.org/rachel-latta-franck/) - Interviewee: Rachel Latta Franck Date of birth/age at interview: 1892/92 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: August 15, 1984 Interview location: Franck home on Sugan Road, Solebury, PA Time span discussed: 1920s to 1984 Summary: Rachel’s very good memory touches on her family’s world travels, her husband’s writing, her own World War II career with the OSS,
- [Ruth Stonaker Worthington](https://soleburyhistory.org/ruth-stonaker-worthington/) - Interviewee: Ruth Stonaker Worthington Date of birth/age at interview: 1908/77 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: July 3, 1985 Interview location: Rabbit Run Farm on River Road, Solebury, PA Interview length: 1 hour, 30 minutes Time span discussed: 1929 to 1985 Summary: This long interview opens windows into our community’s activities more than one initially suspects
- [Calvin Cooper - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/calvin-cooper/) - Interviewee: Calvin Cooper Date of birth/age at interview: 1916/70 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: March 7, 1986 Interview location: Cooper home on Aquetong Road Interview length: 1 hour, 28 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s to 1986 Summary: Calvin’s family were long-time natives of New Hope and after his early traveling begun during and after World
- [Jane Paxson Parry Maule Little](https://soleburyhistory.org/jane-paxson-parry-maule-little/) - Interviewee: Jane Paxson Parry Maule Little Date of birth/age at interview: July 11, 1899/84 Interviewer: Joe Mikita Interview date: November 28, 1983 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 22 minutes Time span discussed: post—Civil War to the 1930s Summary: Jean, as she was called by her friends, gives us a view into the family tree and
- [Nora Lathrop Grimison and Jill Lathrop Karhumaa - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/nora-lathrop-grimison-and-jill-lathrop-karhumma-tape-1/) - Interviewees: Nora Lathrop Grimison and Jill Lathrop Karhumaa Date of birth/age at interview: Nora: 1931/82, Jill: 1934/79 Interviewer: Pamela J. Blake Interview date: June 20, 2013 Interview location: Lathrop family home in Phillips Mill Interview length: 1 hour, 7 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s to 1940s Summary: This is a rich interview with two sisters
- [Nora Lathrop Grimison and Jill Lathrop Karhumaa - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/nora-lathrop-grimison-and-jill-lathrop-karhumaa-tape-2/) - Interviewee: Nora Grimison and Jill Karhumaa Date of birth/age at interview: Nora: 1931/82, Jill: 1934/79 Interviewer: Pamela J. Blake Interview date: June 27, 2013 Interview location: Lathrop family home in Phillips Mill Interview length: 1 hour, 17 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s through 1950s Summary: A continuation a week later of tape 1, this is
- [James Magill - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/james-magill-2/) - Name of interviewee: James Magill Date of birth/age at interview: July 4, 1912/73 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: August 6, 1985 Interview location: New Hope Interview length: 45 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 1985 Summary: In this first of two interviews Mr. Magill touches on his family history, his World War II assignments, his
- [Dr. Kenneth Leiby](https://soleburyhistory.org/dr-kenneth-leiby/) - Interviewee: Dr. Kenneth Leiby (second wife also in attendance) Date of birth/age at interview: estimate 1907/estimated 78 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: July 28, 1985 Interview location: Leiby home on Main Street, New Hope, PA (now the Mansion Inn) Interview length: 1 hour, 10 minutes Time span discussed: 1929 to 1985 Summary: Seven months after
- [Rita Ann Vorhees Abbott](https://soleburyhistory.org/rita-ann-vorhees-abbott/) - Interviewee: Rita Ann Vorhees Abbott Date of birth/age at interview: 1920/ 64 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: August 1, 1984 Interview location: Durrant home Interview length: 1 hour, 16 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 1940 Summary: Rita, one of 8 surviving children, recounts many stories and details the physical look and life of New
- [Joan Bitzer](https://soleburyhistory.org/joan-bitzer/) - Interviewee: Joan Bitzer Date of birth/age at interview: May 28, 1927/51 Interviewer: Wayne Aaronson Interview date: Aug. 1, 1978 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 8 minutes Time span discussed: 1970 to 1978 Summary: Joan Bitzer was a watercolorist whose main subject matter came from the natural world. She was born in New York and moved
- [Ranulph Bye - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/ranulph-bye-2/) - Interviewee: Ranulph Bye Date of birth/age at interview: June 17, 1916/62 Interviewer: John Shuman Interview date: August 30, 1978 Interview location: Spring Valley, Bucks County Interview length: 20 minutes Time span discussed: Bye’s career over 35 years Summary: Ranulph Bye’s ancestor was given a Buck’s county land grant by William Penn in 1699. Ranulph was a highly
- [Dorothy Slessinger Sommer](https://soleburyhistory.org/dorothy-slessinger-sommer/) - [clear] Name of interviewee: Dorothy Slessinger Sommer (STHS) Date of birth/age at interview: 1906/47 Interviewer: Two gentleman, one a radio host, broadcasting the interview Interview Date: June 17, 1953 Interview Location: Canal House Restaurant on Mechanic Street in New Hope, PA Interview Length: 11 minutes Time span discussed: 1953 present day Summary: Dottie was the
- [Carol Barany](https://soleburyhistory.org/carol-barany/) - Interviewee: Carol Barany Date of birth/age at interview: November 10, 1935/43 Interviewer: Bruce Lazarovich Interview date: June 19, 1978 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 13 minutes Time span discussed: her career, 1966 to interview Summary: This short interview of Carol Barany delivers depth on the topics of artists’ communication in Bucks County, the interaction of
- [Charlotte Schatz](https://soleburyhistory.org/charlotte-schatz/) - Interviewee: Charlotte Schatz Date of birth/age at interview: January 6, 1929/49 Interviewer: Lydia Quill and photographer Sharon Donarum Interview date: summer 1978 Interview location: Schatz studio Interview length: 46 minutes Time span discussed: her artistic life up to 1978 Summary: Charlotte Schatz expresses strong opinions about the time pressures on a woman to produce art
- [Ranulph Bye - 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/ranulph-bye-3/) - Interviewee: Ranulph Bye Date of birth: June 17, 1916 Interviewer: Louise Collins (WBUX radio show host) Interview date: May 15, 1985 Interview location: unknown, probably at the Rodman House, headquarters of the Bucks County Council of the Arts (BCCA) Interview length: 30 minutes Time span discussed: Ranulph’s career, primarily 1960s to interview date Summary: This
- [Harriet Curtin Ermentrout](https://soleburyhistory.org/harriet-curtin-ermentrout/) - Interviewee: Harriet Curtin Ermentrout Date of birth/age at interview: Nov. 26, 1915/64 Interviewer: Sharon Donarum Interview date: summer 1978 Interview location: Harriet’s home Interview length: 16 minutes Time span discussed: 1970s Summary: This student interview of a Newtown, PA, artist follows the question script clearly established by the Bucks County Community College class requirements. There
- [Eleanor Levy](https://soleburyhistory.org/eleanor-levy/) - Interviewee: Eleanor Levy Date of birth/age at interview: unknown Interviewer: Jeremy Esche Interview date: August 8, 1978 Interview location: Eleanor’s home Interview length: 25 minutes Time span discussed: 1970s Summary: Eleanor was a talented artist who mainly illustrated books for both children and adults. This is an insightful interview following set questions and good follow
- [Robert Ranieri](https://soleburyhistory.org/robert-ranieri/) - Interviewee: Robert Ranieri Date of birth/age at interview: 1931/47 Interviewer: Ivy Silver Interview date: July 28, 1978 Interview location: Robert’s home in Kintersville, PA Interview length: 33 minutes Time span discussed: 1969 to 1978 Summary: Topics of a wide range are discussed in some depth as one would expect from an artist with so many
- [Bucks County Documentary with Robert L. Green, 1977](https://soleburyhistory.org/bucks-county-documentary-with-robert-l-green-1977/) - Host: Robert. L. Green Topics/featured residents: Bucks County, Lumberville, Carversville, New Hope/Charles Hargens, Raymond Granville Barger, Tom Tinsman, George Nakashima, William Smith, David Burpee, James Hayden Smith, Pat and Richard Whitman, Marjorie Content Toomer, Mary and Patrick Fowles, and the voice of Carl Sandburg Date: Summer 1977 Filming location: Solebury Township, Carversville, Lumberville, New Hope,
- [Charles Hargens, Jr. - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/charles-hargens-jr-2/) - Interviewee: Charles Hargens, Jr. Date of birth/age at interview: August 30, 1893/85 Interviewer: Melouche, Subers (first names and organization unknown) Interview date: Oct. 5, 1978 Interview location: Hargen’s studio Interview length: 19 minutes Time span discussed: His life and career from the Dakotas in 1900 to present day (1978) Summary: The two interviewers prompt Charles
- [Charles J. Gussman](https://soleburyhistory.org/charles-j-gussman/) - Interviewee: Charles J. Gussman Date of birth/age at interview: 1913/65 Interviewer: Nancy Menzies Interview date: August 8, 1978 Interview location: Gussman home in Doylestown Interview length: 37 minutes Time span discussed: 1935 to 1978 Summary: Charles delivers an insider’s view of the famous writers’ enclave around New Hope from the 1930s to the late 1960s.
- [Charles Wells](https://soleburyhistory.org/charles-wells/) - Interviewee: Charles Wells Date of birth/age at interview: December 24, 1935/59 Interviewer: Joan Stack (WBUX radio show host) Interview date: December 2, 1985 Interview location: Conti’s Cross Key Inn, Doylestown Interview length: 19 minutes Time span discussed: 1960s through 1985 Summary: Charles Wells is interviewed by local WBUX radio host Joan Stack on the occasion
- [Marian Jensen Barford](https://soleburyhistory.org/marian-jensen-barford/) - Interviewee: Marian Jensen Barford Date of birth: unknown Interviewer: Joan Stack (WBUX radio show host) Interview date: September 17, 1986 Interview location: Conti’s Cross Key Inn, Doylestown Interview length: 23 minutes Time span discussed: 1986 Summary: This radio interview is invaluable for the Museum’s researchers as it tells of early acquisitions and donations, the building
- [Paul Matthews](https://soleburyhistory.org/paul-matthews/) - Interviewee: Paul Matthews Date of birth/age at interview: Oct. 28, 1933/51 Interviewer: Joan Stack (WBUX radio show host) Interview date: September 30, 1985 Interview location: Conti’s Cross Key Inn, Doylestown Interview length: 21 minutes Time span discussed: 1970s and 1980 Summary: This radio interview introduces an art show opening Oct. 6, 1985, at the Bucks
- [Selma Bortner](https://soleburyhistory.org/selma-bortner/) - Interviewee: Selma Bortner Date of birth/age at interview: June 18, 1926/52 Interviewer: Ivy Silver Interview date: July 13, 1978 Interview location: Bortner home in Levittown, PA Interview length: 44 minutes Time span discussed: her career Summary: Selma’s very active life in printmaking, raising a family, and teaching is explored in depth with strong emphasis on
- [Rae Solowey](https://soleburyhistory.org/rae-solowey/) - Interviewee: Rae Landis Solowey (wife of artist Ben Solowey) Date of birth/age at interview: 1907/79 Interviewer: Joan Stack (WBUX radio show host) Interview date: February 2, 1987 Interview location: Cross Keys Restaurant, Doylestown, PA Interview length: 19 minutes Time span discussed: 1914 to 1978 Summary: This radio interview is of poor quality due to restaurant background
- [Avi Wortis](https://soleburyhistory.org/avi-wortis/) - Interviewee: Avi Wortis Date of birth/age at interview: December 23, 1937/40 Interviewer: Terry Convey Interview date: July 1978 Interview location: Wortis home in New Hope Interview length: 12 minutes Time span discussed: 1970s Summary: This interview delivers valuable insights into Avi’s creative thinking, book planning, and work research habits when he was still an up-and-coming writer. A sophisticated observer,
- [George Trivellini](https://soleburyhistory.org/george-trivellini/) - Interviewee: George Trivellini Date of birth/age at interview: 1919/59 Interviewers: John Sutton and Teri Hughes Interview date: August 2, 1978 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 26 minutes Time span discussed: 1948 to 1978 Summary: A confident artist, George gives insights into his views on creativity and the New York and Bucks County market place for
- [Bye Family](https://soleburyhistory.org/bye-family/) - Names of interviewees: Gerard and Ranulph Bye, Margaret Bye Richie, and Tom Richie Date of birth: about 1910 to 1920 Interviewer: Barbara Bye Interview date: 1990 Interview location: Byecroft Farm Interview length: 1 hour 14 minutes Time span discussed: 1919 to 1960s Summary: Ranulph Bye’s daughter, Barbara, gathered her father, her Uncle Gerard, and her
- [W. Lester Trauch – 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/w-lester-trauch-2/) - Interviewee: Lester Trauch Date of birth/age at interview: August 26, 1906/70 Interviewer: Florence Schaffhausen, unknown woman Interview date: September 15, 1976 Interview location: unknown, possibly the newspaper offices Interview length: 1 hour, 1 minute Time span discussed: 1930 to 1978 Summary: This interview focuses on New Hope’s Bucks County Playhouse (where Lester attended the 1939
- [W. Lester Trauch – 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/w-lester-trauch-3/) - Interviewee: Lester Trauch Date of birth/age at interview: August 26, 1906/69 Interviewer: Kate Renninger Interview date: August 17, 1976 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 1 hour, 2 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s through 1976 Summary: Lester, a long term reporter and observer of the Bucks County arts scene is interviewed by a noted artist, Kate
- [Richard Magill and Eleanor Price](https://soleburyhistory.org/dick-magill-and-eleanor-price/) - Interviewees: Richard Magill and Eleanor Price Date of birth/age at interview: Dick Magill—June 25, 1917/90, Eleanor Price—May 7, 1918/89 Interviewer: Gary Granzow Interview date: Dec. 11, 2007 Interview location: Carversville Christian Church Interview length: 46 minutes Time span discussed: 1930s through 2007 Summary: Dick Magill tells about his life and his post-retirement time with Eleanor
- [Margaret Mullen Root](https://soleburyhistory.org/margaret-mullen-root/) - Interviewee: Margaret Mullen Root Date of birth/age at interview: August 28, 1910/about 77 Interviewer: Joan Stack Interview date: about 1987 Interview location: Conti’s Cross Keys Restaurant Interview length: 26 minutes Time span discussed: 1926 to 1987 Summary: Maggie talks to WBUX’s Joan Stack in a warm interview about her accomplished Broadway acting career, marriage, and
- [James A. Michener](https://soleburyhistory.org/james-a-michener/) - Interviewee: James A. Michener Date of birth: February 3, 1907/78 Interviewer: Joan Stack Interview date: 1985 Interview location: Mercer Museum Interview length: 23 minutes Time span discussed: 1930s to 1985 Summary: WBUX’s Joan Stack interviews James A. Michener upon his being awarded the keys to the town of Doylestown, PA, and his re-election as President
- [Lucy Nace White DeGeorgio - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/lucy-nace-white-degeorgio-2/) - Name of interviewee: Lucy DeGeorgio Date of birth/age at interview: 1897/86 Interviewer: Lance Metz; Carol Simonson (Lucy’s friend who joined in the questioning) Interview date: April 18, 1983 Interview location: Lucy’s home, Lambertville, NJ Interview length: 1 hour 52 minutes Time span discussed: approximately 1905 to 1930 Summary: This interview reveals many details of the
- [James Brown - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/james-brown-2/) - Name of interviewee: James Brown Date of birth: Aug. 8, 1900 Interviewer: Lance Metz, Howard Swope Interview date: 3/25/1982 Interview location: Jimmy’s Home, Lansdale, Pa Interview length: 1 hour Time span discussed: 1910 to 1930 SUMMARY: Part 2 of the Jimmy Brown interview immediately followed part one and continues to describe the life of a
- [Harry Leichliter](https://soleburyhistory.org/harry-leichliter/) - Name of interviewee: Harry Leichliter Date of birth/age at interview: 1916/68 Interviewer: Lance Metz, Howard Swope Interview date: October 3, 1984 Interview location: Leichliter home Interview length: 43 minutes Time span discussed: 1916 to 1931 Summary: Harry, an Upper Black Eddy resident, recalls his time on the canal from 1924 to 1931 under the eye
- [National Canal Museum Video History - 2, Canals and Artists](https://soleburyhistory.org/national-canal-museum-video-history-2-canals-and-artists/) - Videographer: William W. Chambers Video date: 1932 Video location: Delaware Canal from Pt. Pleasant to Washington Crossing Video length: 25 minutes Time span: 1932 Summary: This silent video by Chambers of the Delaware canal and river also features important historical clips of artists William Lathrop, Edward Redfield, and Daniel Garber at their homes. It was clearly edited by Mr.
- [Howard Swope, Leon Dreyer, and Carlton Leedom](https://soleburyhistory.org/howard-swope-leon-drehler-and-carlton-leddon/) - Names of interviewees: Howard Swope, Leon Dreyer, Carleton Leedom Dates of birth/ages at interview: Unknown Interviewer: Lance Metz Interview date: November 7, 1980 Interview location: Driving in a car from Pt. Pleasant to Yardley along River Road, following the canal Interview length: 1 hour 29 minutes Time span discussed: 1910 to 1940s Summary: As a
- [James Magill - 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/james-magill-3/) - Interviewee: James Magill Date of birth/age at interview: July 4, 1912/84 Interviewers: Albright Zimmerman, Lance Metz Interview date: October 24, 1996 Location: Magill home in New Hope, PA Interview length: approximately 40 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 1980 Summary: James Magill, New Hope Mayor for 20 years, recalls canal personalities and childhood activities in
- [Calvin Cooper - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/calvin-cooper-2/) - Interviewee: Calvin Cooper Date of birth/age at interview: 1916/80 Interviewers: Albright Zimmerman and Lance Metz Interview date: 7/31/1996 Interview Location: Cooper home, Attleboro Village, Langhorne, PA Interview length: approximately 35 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 1980’s Summary: The coal yard of New Hope fed by the canal ended in 1933 with the canal’s end.
- [James Magill - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/james-magill/) - Interviewee: James Magill Date of birth/age at interview: 1912/74 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: January 27, 1986 Interview location: Magill home or office in New Hope Interview length: 43 minutes Time span discussed: 1915 to 1986 Summary: The interview covers Jim’s family history with touches on Quakers, his Father’s medical practice in New Hope, their education,
- [George Carlson](https://soleburyhistory.org/george-carlson/) - Interviewee: George Carlson Date of birth: December 14, 1921 Interviewer: Albert Zimmerman and Lance Metz Interview date: 1996 Interview location: Carlson home, Warminster, PA Interview length: approximately 35 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 1935 Summary: George gave a lively interview about a farm boy’s life in Solebury in the 1920s. Growing up on
- [William Wentz](https://soleburyhistory.org/william-wentz/) - Name of interviewee: William Wentz Date of birth/age at interview: 1907/76 Interviewer: Lance Metz Interview date: February 7, 1984 Interview location: Wentz home, North Leighton, PA Interview length: 1 hour 3 minutes Time span discussed: 1916 to 1923 Summary: This interview covers many of the details of canal boating life from the point of view
- [Grant Emery - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/grant-emery-1/) - Interviewee: Grant Emery Date of birth: circa 1890 Interviewer: Randall Murray of the Allentown Morning Call Interview date: unknown, estimated 1970 Interview location: Easton, near the Lehigh dam (probably at the National Canal Museum) Interview length: 59 minutes Time span discussed: 1890s through 1960s Summary: This Grant Emery tape gives us a comprehensive explanation of
- [Grant Emery - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/grant-emery-2/) - Interviewee: Grant Emery Date of birth: circa 1890 Interviewer: C. P.”Bill” Yoder Interview date: Nov. 24, 1968 Interview location: Emery home Interview length: 24 minutes Time span discussed: 1900 to 1930’s Summary: This early interview was most likely done by C.P. ‘Bill’ Yoder, the founder of the Pennsylvania Canal Society, which was a forerunner of
- [Madeline Free Rilara - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/madeline-free-rilara-1/) - Interviewee: Madeline Free Rilara Date of birth/age at interview: unknown, probably 1904 to 1906/approximately 89 Interviewer: Lance Metz and one unknown man Interview date: April 28, 1993 Interview location: Allentown, probably Rilara home Interview length: 1 hour, 2 minutes Time span discussed: 1910 to 1920 Summary: Madeline’s father, John A. Free, taught her the boating
- [Madeline Free Rilara - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/madeline-free-rilara-2/) - Interviewee: Madeline Free Rilara Date of birthage at interview: unknown, probably 1904 to 1906/approximately 89 Interviewer: Lance Metz and one unknown man Interview date: May 1993 Interview location: Rilara home Interview length: 36 minutes Time span discussed: 1910 to 1920’s Summary: In this second of two tapes, Madeline continues her remembrances of life on the
- [Tugboat Captain (name unknown)](https://soleburyhistory.org/tugboat-captain-name-unknown/) - Interviewee: Tugboat Captain, name unknown Date of birth/age at interview: circa 1895/73 Interviewer: Lance E. Metz Interview date: circa 1969 Interview location: unknown, but probably at the National Canal Museum Interview length: 29 minutes Time span discussed: 1915 to 1925 Summary: Tugboats in the canal circa 1920 are the main topic and interest of this
- [Walter David May](https://soleburyhistory.org/walter-david-may/) - Name of interviewee: Walter David May Date of birth/age at interview: October 1896/75 Interviewer: Lance Metz, Leon Dreyer Interview date: unknown (possible mid 1970s) Interview location: Weissport, Pa. Interview length: 50 minutes Time span discussed: 1922 until 1940s Summary: Building the canal boats involved teams of men who learned on the job. The company did
- [Canal Workers](https://soleburyhistory.org/canal-workers/) - Interviewee: unnamed former canal barge and maintenance men Dates of birth/ages at interview: unknown Interviewer: another former canal worker Interview date: estimated 1960s or early 1970s Interview location: meeting in Upper Black Eddy of the Delaware Valley Professional Association Interview length: 41 minutes Time span discussed: early 1900s Summary: An unnamed canal worker interviews a series
- [Canal Workers Video](https://soleburyhistory.org/canal-workers-ncm/) - Names of interviewees: former canal workers Howard Swope, Walter Purcell, Richard Arner, Jim Brown, Frank Swope, Louis Strohm Date of birth: unknown, but all in the range of 1905 to 1920 Interviewer: Lance Metz, introduction by Jim Lee Interview date: unknown, approximately summer 1980 Interview location: Hugh Moore Park in Easton, the Delaware Canal State
- [Chester Lear](https://soleburyhistory.org/chester-lear/) - Name of interviewee: Chester Lear Date of birth/age at interview: October 17, 1894/86 Interviewer: unknown Interview date: March 19, 1981 Interview location: Yardley Interview length: 1 hour Time span discussed: 1800s to 1932 Summary: A whimsical talk by Chester Lear whose family was involved with the canal from the first days. This interview was done
- [Russell Greenzweig](https://soleburyhistory.org/russell-greenzweig/) - Name of interviewee: Russell Greenzweig Date of birth/age at interview: 1902/68 Interviewer: C. P. "Bill" Yoder, founder of the Pennsylvania Canal Association Interview date: August 15, 1970 Interview location: Greenzweig home, Walnut Park, PA Interview length: 29 minutes Time span discussed: 1909 to 1930 Summary: This appears to be the oldest recording of a canal
- [Walter Purcell](https://soleburyhistory.org/walter-purcell/) - Name of interviewee: Walter Purcell Date of birth/age at interview: September 3, 1902/83 Interviewer: Lance Metz Interview date: July 24, 1985 Interview location: National Canal Museum Interview length: 40 minutes Time span discussed: 1902 to 1915 Summary: Walter Purcell memories of working on the canal from doubt 1912 to 1915 tell us details of the
- [W. Lester Trauch – 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/w-lester-trauch-1/) - Interviewee: Lester Trauch Date of birth/age at interview: August 26, 1906/70 Interviewer: Florence Schaffhausen Interview date: September 2, 1976 Interview location: unknown, possibly the newspaper offices Interview length: 1 hour, 3 minutes Time span discussed: 1916 to 1945 Summary: This is a wide-ranging, detailed interview covering specific events in and around Doylestown, PA. World War
- [Willis Rivinus – 6](https://soleburyhistory.org/willis-rivinus-6/) - Interviewee: Will Rivinus Date of birth: 1928/86 Interviewer: Jack Donohue Interview date: September 3, 2015 Interview location: Rivinus home Interview length: 21 minutes Time span discussed: 1950s to 2015 Summary: Will discusses his book A Complete Guide to the Delaware and Lehigh Canals: A National Heritage Corridor. The forming of the corridor by dedicated volunteers,
- [James Brown - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/james-brown-1/) - Name of interviewee: James Brown Date of birth/age at interview: August 8, 1900/81 Interviewer: Lance Metz, Howard Swope Interview date: May 25, 1982 Interview location: Brown home, Lansdale, PA Interview length: 1 hour Time span discussed: 1900 to 1930 Summary: Jimmy Brown gives us detailed descriptions of canal life and the differences between canal runs
- [Ned Harrington - 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/ned-harrington-3/) - Name of interviewee: Edwin (Ned) Harrington Date of birth/age at interview: April 12, 1920/85 Interviewer: Rhonda Heffern Interview date: Feb. 4, 2005 Interview location: Carversville Christian Church Interview length: 54 minutes Time span discussed: 1930s to 2005 Summary: Ned gives us a full recounting of many interesting events in his life. With a twinkle in
- [Donald A. Hedges - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/donald-a-hedges/) - Interviewee: Donald A. Hedges Date of birth/age at interview: June 3, 1905/72 Interviewer: Terry Convey Interview date: July 1978 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 6 minutes Time span discussed: 1930s to1978 Summary: This short but focused interview allows the artist to express his love of painting and Bucks County. He points to his age for
- [W. Julian Parton](https://soleburyhistory.org/w-julian-parton/) - Name of speaker: W. Julian Parton Date of birth: 1917/37 Topic: plan to save the Lehigh Navigation Coal Company Date of speech: June 1954 Speech location: unknown (radio address) Speech length: 9 minutes Time span discussed: 1954 Summary: The final closing of the LNCC was a difficult time for all involved. The last president, W.
- [John Touhey](https://soleburyhistory.org/john-touhey/) - Interviewee: John Touhey Date of birth: July 4, 1941/74 Interviewer: Donneta Crane Interview date: June 14, 2016 Interview location: STHS’s one-room schoolhouse Interview length: 25 minutes Time span discussed: 1990s to 2006 Summary: John Touhey was instrumental in reviving the Society in the late 1990’s after it went into decline due to George Duval’s passing.
- [Elaine Marie Crooks](https://soleburyhistory.org/elaine-marie-crooks/) - Interviewee: Elaine Marie Crooks Interviewer: Donneta Crane Interview date: June 3, 2016 Interview location: Solebury’s one room schoolhouse Interview length: 20 minutes Time span discussed: 1980 to 1987 Summary: As an original STHS Board member, Elaine recounts the beginning of the Society in 1981. She recalls the initial Board members, the primary goal of establishing
- [Joan Stack](https://soleburyhistory.org/joan-stack/) - Interviewee: Joan Stack Date of birth/age at interview: 1929/63 Interviewer: Frederica Leighton, radio host of “Focus” Interview date: about March 1992 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 24 minutes Time span discussed: 1975 to 1992 Summary: Joan Stack is interviewed by WDVR’s Frederica Leighton and tells about the benefits of volunteerism for the community and for
- [George Harven](https://soleburyhistory.org/george-harven/) - Name of interviewee: George Harven Date of birth/age at interview: February 25, 1921/72 Interviewer: Lance Metz Interview date: June 11, 1993 Interview location: Landsford, Pa. Interview length: 1 hour, 21 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s through 1950s Summary: George Harven took remarkable photographs of miners and mines in the 1950s during the last days of
- [Harry Warford,  Jr.](https://soleburyhistory.org/harry-warford-jr/) - Name of interviewee: Harry Warford, Jr. Date of birth/age at interview: 1914/70 Interviewer: Lance Metz, Howard Swope, Frank Swope Interview date: November 20, 1984 Interview location: Warford home, Trenton , NJ Interview length: 55 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 through 1940 Summary: Born in New Hope in the locktender’s house at #9 lock, Harry remembers
- [Ed L. Walp](https://soleburyhistory.org/ed-l-walp/) - Name of interviewee: Ed. L. Walp Date of birth: about 1899/77 Interviewer: Lance Metz, Leon Dreyer Interview date: about 1975 Interview location: Weissport, PA Interview length: 39 minutes Time span discussed: 1919 until mid 1940’s Summary: Keeping the canals and rivers in working order required crews of men to dredge, dig out accumulated coal dust,
- [Irene Mikita](https://soleburyhistory.org/irene-mikita/) - Interviewee: Irene Mikita (not Arlene Kieta, as the announcer mispronounced the name) Date of birth/age at interview: unknown Interviewer: Phyllis Kessel, radio announcer WJLK and WFPG, Asbury Park and Redbank, NJ Interview date: on or before June 13 and 14, early 1980s Interview location: probably radio station studio Interview length: 10 minutes Time span discussed:
- [Anna K. Shaudys](https://soleburyhistory.org/anna-k-shaudys/) - Name of interviewee: Anna Kirkbride Shaudys Date of birth/age at interview: 1905/88 Interviewer: Lance Metz, Mr. Ferman Interview date: December 7, 1993 Interview location: Shaudys home, Washington Crossing, PA Interview length: 28 minutes Time span discussed: 1905 to 1993 Summary: From a woman who grew up next to the canal and lived there into her
- [Canal Workers Radio Interview](https://soleburyhistory.org/canal-workers-radio-interview/) - Name of interviewees: Howard Swope, Leon Dreyer, Ed Dreyer, Lance Metz Dates of birth: unknown Interviewer: radio host William Miller Interview date: 1981 Interview location: radio studio Interview length: 40 minutes Time span discussed: 1913 to 1981 Summary: A radio show, “Be My Guest,” from the Lehigh Valley features three boatmen and the archivist from
- [Willis Rivinus - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/willis-rivinus/) - Name of interviewee: Willis Rivinus Date of birth/age at interview: 1928/86 Interviewer: Jack Donohue Interview date: November 21, 2014 Interview location: Rivinus home Interview length: 39 minutes Time span discussed: 1950s until 2014 Summary: Will gives us the story of the New Hope Auto Show, which started under his (and many others’) stewardship in 1958. The
- [Willis Rivinus - 5](https://soleburyhistory.org/willis-rivinus-5/) - Name of interviewee: Will Rivinus Date of birth/age at interview: 1928/86 Interviewer: Jack Donohue Interview date: December 9, 2014 Interview location: Rivinus home Interview length: 53 minutes Time span discussed: Revolution Era until 2014 Summary: Will leads us on a journey from Smithfield to Washington Crossing with stops at restaurants, taverns, pubs, and inns that
- [Willis Rivinus - 4](https://soleburyhistory.org/willis-rivinus-4/) - Name of interviewee: Willis Rivinus Date of birth/age at interview: 1928/86 Interviewer: Jack Donohue Interview date: December 9, 2014 Interview location: Rivinus home Interview length: 35 minutes Time span discussed: 1960 until present day, 2014 Summary: Will, a long time strong supporter of the Friends of the Delaware Canal (FODC), recounts the history of the organization. Many
- [Willis Rivinus - 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/willis-rivinus-3/) - Name of interviewee: Willis Rivinus Date of birth/age at interview: 1928/86 Interviewer: Jack Donohue Interview date: November 25, 2014 Interview location: Rivinus home Interview length: 23 minutes Time span discussed: 1960s to present day Summary: In 1964 Will published his first of many books and historical pamphlets, almost all centered in Bucks County, and he
- [Willis Rivinus - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/willis-rivinus-2/) - Name of interviewee: Willis Rivinus Date of birth/age at interview: 1928/86 Interviewer: Jack Donohue Interview date: November 25, 2014 Interview location: Rivinus home Interview length: 19 minutes Time span discussed: flood years starting in 1841 thru 2006, but primarily 1955 Summary: Will’s overview of his movements during the 1955 flood that inundated New Hope and
- [Harmony by the Peddler's Pack](https://soleburyhistory.org/harmony-by-the-peddlers-pack/) - Album: The Peddler's Pack on a Holliday Arranger: Ron Holliday Singers: First Tenor: Roger Binkley, Ron Holliday, David Johns, Ashby Saunders, Ann Shenkle, Adam Smith, Ted Peterson Second Tenor: Rod Eastburn, Jim Gold, Alan Greener, Charlie Marshall First Bass: Joe Chiesa, Anderson Clark, John Egner, Steve Falk, Peter Grover, Ron Hitchon, Dave Shenkle, Thomas Wiley
- [Joseph Magill](https://soleburyhistory.org/joe-magill/) - Interviewee: Joseph Magill Date of birth/age at interview: 1909/93 Interviewers: Sally Jagoe, David Benner Interview date: February 11, 2002 Interview location: Magill residence Interview length: 63 minutes Time span discussed: 1920 to 2000 Summary: Joe Magill was a member of a long-time Solebury family. He talks extensively of the family and their farms and about
- [Lynn Sims's Bucks County Ballads](https://soleburyhistory.org/bucks-county-ballads/) - Album: These Gentle Valleys Composer: Lynn Sims Singers: Lynn Sims, Joyce Vedder, and Mark Van Sant Recorded: 1973 Owner: Heritage Conservancy The Solebury Township Historical Society offers this charming album from our archives. Originally recorded in 33⅓ rpm, this album has been digitally preserved. Lynn Sims, composer, sang these songs with Joyce Vedder and Mark
- [Brenda Meredith](https://soleburyhistory.org/brenda-meredith/) - Interviewee: Brenda Meredith Date of birth/age at interview: July 6, 1918/95 Interviewers: Kathy Stein and Jack McMillian Interview date: Sept. 5, 2013 Interview location: Meredith home Interview length: 1 hour, 36 minutes Time span discussed: 1960s to 2013 Summary: Brenda Meredith reflects on her town, the inhabitants over the years, the changes of house and business ownership,
- [Richard Magill](https://soleburyhistory.org/richard-magill/) - Interviewee: Richard Magill Date of birth/age at interview: June 25, 1917/90 Interviewer: Gary Granzow Interview date: Dec. 11, 2007 Interview location: Carversville Christian Church Interview length: 40 minutes Time span discussed: 1940 to 1945 Summary: Dick Magill recounts his World War service in a well prepared video. The first eight minutes of the video are
- [Mildred Hopkins](https://soleburyhistory.org/mildred-hopkins/) - Interviewee: Mildred Hopkins Date of birth/age at interview: 1913/92 Interviewers: Sally Jagoe, David Benner Interview date: 2005 (estimated) Interview location: Hopkins residence Interview length: 44 minutes Time span discussed: 1930 to 2005 Summary: At the time of the interview Mildred lived on Mechanics Street in New Hope. She was one of the few black women
- [Ned Harrington - 1](https://soleburyhistory.org/ned-harrington-1/) - Interviewee: Ned Harrington, 1 of 2 Date of birth/age at interview: April 12, 1920/84 Interviewers: Sally Jagoe, Jean Fowler Interview date: April 9, 2004 Interview location: Harrington residence Interview length: 45 minutes Time span discussed: 1859 to 1950s Summary: This interview covers the history of the house on Ned’s property, a review of the Hillside
- [Ned Harrington - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/ned-harrington-2/) - Interviewee: Ned Harrington, 2 of 2 Date of birth/age at interview: April 12, 1920/84 Interviewer: Sally Jagoe, Jean Fowler Interview date: April 9, 2004 Interview location: Harrington residence Interview length: 46 minutes Time span discussed: 1813 to 2000 Summary: Ned gives a review of Carversville characters and brief histories of the businesses in the town.
- [Filbert Fox](https://soleburyhistory.org/phil-fox/) - Interviewee: Filbert Fox Date of birth/age at interview: 1904/78 (estimated) Interviewers: Two New Hope-Solebury Elementary School students Interview date: Approximately late 1981 or early 1982 Interview location: New Hope-Solebury Elementary School Interview length: 37 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s to 1930s, 1980s Summary: Phil was a student at the Solebury one-room schoolhouse about 1920. He lived in
- [Rhoda Renschler](https://soleburyhistory.org/rhoda-renschler/) - Speaker: Rhoda Renschler Occasion: speech to the Solebury Farmers Club Speech date: March 4, 2006 Speech location: Solebury Friends Meeting House conference room Speech length: 47 minutes Time span discussed: 1806 to late 1800s Summary: Rhoda Renschler is a life-long Quaker and a descendant of an early Solebury Quakers. On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of
- [William Jr. and Susan Tinsman](https://soleburyhistory.org/william-jr-and-susan-tinsman/) - Interviewees: William Jr. and Susan Tinsman Date of birth/age at interview: William: 1918/89; Susan: 1922/85 Interviewer: Sally Jagoe Interview date: 2007 Interview location: Tinsman residence Interview length: 24 minutes Time span discussed: 1930s to 1950s Summary: The Tinsman family has owned (and still owns and manages in 2013) the lumberyard and hardware business in Lumberville for several generations.
- [Maude Cathers - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/maude-cathers-2/) - Presenter: Maude Cathers Date of Birth: 1904 Topic: A typical school day in a 1930s two-room schoolhouse Date of presentation: November 1, 2000 Presentation location: Thompson Memorial Church, Farmers Club Meeting Presentation length: 41 minutes Time span discussed: 1930s Summary: This is a video of Mrs. Cathers when she was 97 years old. She held a
- [Bucks County Documentary, 1977](https://soleburyhistory.org/bucks-county-documentary-1977/) - Host: Robert L. Green Topic: Bucks County Date: 1977 Filming location: Lumberville and Carversville Film length: 14 minutes Summary: This is a 1977 video with strong voice over featuring Robert Lamont Green. Robert L. (as he was called by his friends) is clearly promoting our Bucks County scene by dropping names faster than sowing Burpee
- [Donald Fitting](https://soleburyhistory.org/donald-fitting/) - Interviewee: Donald Fitting Date of birth/age at interview: October 30, 1927/83 Interviewers: Chase Asplundh, Linda Metcalf Interview Date: October-November 2010 Interview location: Fitting residence Interview length: 35 minutes Time span discussed: 1935 to present day Summary: Don Fitting was born and raised in Solebury Township. This interview covers the life of a farm family, growing
- [Mildred Randa Klicka](https://soleburyhistory.org/mildred-randa-klicka/) - Interviewee: Mildred Randa Klicka Date of birth/age at interview: 1925/60 Interviewer: Rita Durrant Interview date: June 10, 1985 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 45 minutes Time span discussed: 1930s to 1985 Summary: This is a report by a Solebury farm girl growing through the years. Millie tells about St Martin’s Church and the parish, school
- [Erma Newhart](https://soleburyhistory.org/erma-newhart/) - Interviewee: Erma Newhart Date of birth/age at interview: 1918/66 Interviewer: Judy Creamer Interview date: July 26, 1984 Interview location: Newhart house in Holicong Interview length: 34:22 Time span discussed: 1920s to present day (1984) Summary: A review of New Hope from a resident of the town that points up many of the towns features in her younger
- [Leodora F. Davis](https://soleburyhistory.org/leodora-f-davis/) - Interviewee: Leodora F. Davis Date of birth/age at interview: 1908/unknown Interviewer: Judy Creamer Interview date: July 16, 1984 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 30 minutes Time span discussed: 1920s through 1984 Summary: This is a quick-flowing, informative interview of a Solebury and New Hope teacher after she retired. Leodora discusses school programs, teaching in a
- [Emma Fell Tinsman](https://soleburyhistory.org/emma-fell-tinsman/) - Interviewee: Emma Fell Tinsman Date of birth/age at interview: June 13, 1876/99 Interviewer: Linda Ricker Interview date: estimated 1975 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 58 minutes Time span discussed: 1880s - 1890s Summary: Emma talks at length on farm life, food, and cooking. Her childhood chores, mention of the “Indian Boy” who lived and worked
- [Charlotte Schatz](https://soleburyhistory.org/charlotte-schatz-2/) - Interviewee: Charlotte Schatz Date of birth/age at interview: January 6, 1929/49 Interviewer: Lydia Quill and photographer Sharon Donarum Interview date: summer 1978 Interview location: Schatz studio Interview length: 46 minutes Time span discussed: her artistic life up to 1978 Summary: Charlotte expresses strong opinions about the time pressures on a woman to produce art and
- [Bernard Mangiaracina](https://soleburyhistory.org/bernard-mangiaracina/) - Interviewee: Bernard Mangiaracina Date of birth: Estimate 1947 Interviewer: Ivy Silver Interview date: July 28, 1978 Interview location: Guttman Center for the Fine Arts Interview length: 35 minutes Time span discussed: 1970s Summary: The artist at the beginning of his career gives firm insights into his beliefs and many lessons learned in Bucks County. He
- [Denver Lindley, Jr.](https://soleburyhistory.org/denver-lindley-jr/) - Interviewee: Denver Lindley Jr. Date of birth/age at interview: 1930/48 Interviewer: unknown Interview date: August 11, 1978 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 30 minutes Time span discussed: 1960s and 1970s Summary: Denver was an important and no doubt unique, political figure, and creative artist on the Bucks County scene. In addition he at one point
- [Dorothy Grider](https://soleburyhistory.org/dorothy-grider/) - Interviewee: Dorothy Grider Date of birth/age at interview: January 19, 1915/63 Interviewer: Terry Convey Interview date: Summer 1978 Interview location: Grider home in New Hope Interview length: 22 minutes Time span discussed: 1940s to 1978 Summary: This interview of a long time New Hope resident, reveals an energetic artist who made her livelihood from her
- [Ned Harrington - MAM](https://soleburyhistory.org/ned-harrington/) - Interviewee: Ned Harrington Date of birth: April 12, 1920/58 Interviewer: unknown Interview date: July 28, 1978 Interview location: Harrington residence, Carversville, PA Interview length: 30 minutes Time span discussed: 1947 to 1978 Summary: Edwin “Ned” Harrington was a prominent Solebury and Carversville resident who contributed countless volunteer hours to many local associations. This interview bring
- [Gustav Nilson](https://soleburyhistory.org/gustav-nilson/) - Interviewee: Gustav Nilson Date of birth: 1897/81 Interviewer: John Sutton Interview date: August 8, 1978 Interview location: Nilson home in Pipersville, PA Interview length: 9 minutes Time span discussed: 1940 to 1978 Summary: Gustav, in answering the interviewer’s questions, gives a view of Bucks County art activity from the early 1940s on. The description of
- [Joan Kopchik](https://soleburyhistory.org/joan-kopchik/) - Interviewee: Joan Kopchik Date of birth: unknown but estimated 1945/estimated mid-30s Interviewer: Sharon Donarum Interview date: summer 1978 Interview location: Kopchik home and studio Interview length: 28 minutes Time span discussed: late 1960s to 1978 Summary: The artist is introspective about her work and her life. The trade-offs to achieve time for her art work are
- [Judith Heep](https://soleburyhistory.org/judith-heep/) - Interviewee: Judith Heep Date of birth/age at interview: Sept. 13, 1941/35 Interviewers: Lydia Quill and Jesse Morac Interview date: summer 1978 Interview location: Heep studio Interview length: 23 minutes Time span discussed: mid-1960s to 1977 Summary: This Doylestown artist considerers her work to be contemporary art and not in the Bucks County art tradition. However
- [Erica Oeschler Luitweiler–1](https://soleburyhistory.org/erica-oeschler-luitweiler-1/) - Interviewee: Erika Oeschler Luitweiler Date of birth: 1925 Interviewer: unknown Interview date: circa 1978 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 27 minutes Time span discussed: 1930 until 1978 Summary: Erika was a New Hope-Solebury art education teacher who turned her hand to poetry writing and art collecting. The first interview is undated but likely from the late
- [Erika Oeschler Luitweiler - 2](https://soleburyhistory.org/erika-luitweiler-2/) - Interviewee: Erika Oeschler Luitweiler Date of birth: 1925 Interviewer: Ivy Silver Interview date: July 6, 1978 Interview location: unknown Interview length: 8 minutes Time span discussed: 1975 to 1978 Summary: This interview of Erika is part of the Bucks County Community College series and covers writing and the feminist point of view at the time
- [Erika Oeschler Luitweiler - 3](https://soleburyhistory.org/erika-luitweiler-3/) - Interviewee: Erika Oeschler Luitweiler Date of birth: 1925 Interviewer: Louise Collins (WBUX radio show host) Interview date: May 10, 1984 Interview location: Goodnoe restaurant, Newtown, PA Interview length: 25 minutes Time span discussed: 1975 to 1984 Summary: This is the third of three interviews of Ericka, a former New Hope-Solebury Elementary School art teacher. This interview
- [Joan Wortis](https://soleburyhistory.org/joan-wortis/) - Interviewee: Joan Wortis Date of birth/age at interview: estimated early 1940s/estimated 38 Interviewer: Terry Convey Interview date: June 1978 Interview location: Wortis home in New Hope Interview length: 10 minutes Time span discussed: 1970’s Summary: This brief interview delivers good insights on quite a number of topics around the 1978 New Hope artist’s life.
- [Phoebe Taylor](https://soleburyhistory.org/phoebe-taylor/) - Interviewee: Phoebe Taylor Date of birth/age at interview: January 5, 1918/60 Interviewer: Bruce Lazaravich Interview date: August 9, 1978 Interview location: Taylor home in Holicong Interview length: 21 minutes Time span discussed: her life up to 1978 Summary: In this short interview Phoebe tells of her birth in California and her love of Bucks County.

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- [History Walks & Tours](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/history-walks-tours/) - STHS schedules occasional walks through places of historic and natural appeal. In the recent past we have walked past the mills on Mechanic Street and among the headstones of the Solebury Meeting House Graveyard. We have several knowledgeable tour leaders who volunteer to guide the walks and point out houses and places of special note.
- [Membership](https://soleburyhistory.org/membership-information/) - Become A Member or Renew Your Membership Membership dues support the Solebury Township Historical Society (STHS) educational programs, collection maintenance and preservation, and helps promote community pride and involvement through programming and scholarships. If you would also like to sign up for email communications for our newsletters, upcoming events and monthly news subscribe here. The
- [Planned Giving](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/planned-giving/) - Be a part of Solebury Township Historical Society’s future through a Bequest Committed to the mission of preserving Solebury Township’s world renowned historic and artistic heritage, we need to continue this heritage for years to come. It will take a collaborative effort from all of us to ensure that STHS will maintain and grow to
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- [Oral Histories](https://soleburyhistory.org/oral-histories/) - We have collected oral histories from local individuals that range on a number of topics. Click on the category below to see the list of interviewees and to access the audio or video history. If you know of a township resident who has interesting tales to tell, please contact us. Artists, Writers, & ActorsCanalFarmersMusic and
- [Ned Harrington Scholarships](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/scholarships/) - Ned Harrington, who passed away in 2009 at age 89, was a long time Carversville resident. After moving to Solebury Township in 1948, Ned was a congenial and productive member of the Carversville Christian Church, the Paunacussing Watershed Association and the Solebury Township Historical Society. As the Society’s resident historian, he played a strong role
- [Local Historical Society Upcoming Events](https://soleburyhistory.org/localhistory/)
- [Lumberville](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/lumberville/) - Long a home to members of the Lenni-Lenape Indians, the first white men came to the area now known as Lumberville in the early eighteenth century to find their fortune in copper. There wasn’t any, so they moved on. Hemmed in by wooded hills and water, the site was seemingly so remote that the land
- [Upcoming Events](https://soleburyhistory.org/upcoming-events/)
- [Who We Are](https://soleburyhistory.org/the-society/about-us/) - The Solebury Township Historical Society was founded in 1981. It is a non-profit 501(c)(3), federally tax-exempt organization committed to preserving the rich history of Solebury Township through research, interpretation, and education. Mission The Solebury Township Historical Society is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Solebury Township’s historic and artistic heritage through research and education.
- [Historic Revolutionary Soldier’s Wooden Bowl](https://soleburyhistory.org/collections/historic-revolutionary-soldiers-wooden-bowl/) - In late 2009, the family of Sally Paxson Davis presented a Revolutionary Soldier’s wooden bowl to the Society. The bowl had been in the Paxson family for many generations, and their generosity has made it possible for the entire community to share this treasure. After receiving the bowl, the Society loaned it to the National Constitution
- [Benjamin Paxson Farm (Rolling Green)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/benjamin-paxson-farm-rolling-green/) - The Benjamin Paxson family owned Rolling Green Farm during the revolution. The farm is located on York Road, one of the major roads between Philadelphia and New York. In 1778 both General Lee's army and General Washington's army traveled this road in pursuit of Lt. General Sir Henry Clinton's British Army, which had just left
- [Cuttalossa](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/cuttalossa/) - When strolling or slowly driving along the graveled Cuttalossa Road, no one could dispute its fame as one of the most beautiful small valleys in America. Following a gentle stream, with sycamores and hemlocks towering above and hillsides carpeted with wild rhododendron, the experience is one of serenity and oneness with nature. It’s hard to
- [Past Events](https://soleburyhistory.org/past-events/) - 2024
- [Canal](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/canal/) - Solebury Township and the Delaware Canal are forever linked by the approximately 14 miles of the canal that flow along the township's river border. For more than 100 years during the 19th and early-20th century, much of the township’s economic activity was conducted through the canal. Coal was transported from northern Pennsylvania via the township to
- [Michener Art Museum Oral History Collections](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/michener-museum-oral-history-collections/) - In the fall of 2014 the Solebury Township Historical Society (STHS) and the Michener Art Museum Archivist Department (MAM) began a project to document and post to both web sites the Michener Art Museum’s Artist’s Oral Histories Collection. This volunteer effort by STHS will take some months, however postings on the web site will begin and
- [Artists, Writers, and Actors](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/artists/) - There are many ways to interact with this information. Click on a name or the link at the end of each person’s information to see a summary of the interview, the time period discussed, and the tags/key words for that interview. For the interviews from SAI, click on the link to be taken to the
- [Carversville School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/carversville-school/) - Carversville School - In 1794 Thomas, Jr., and Hannah Carey transferred a small tract of land at Kirk’s Corner, the intersection of Aquetong and Sawmill roads, to the Buckingham Meeting. The Quakers operated the Carversville School there until 1861 when the Solebury Township School District took over and enlarged the school. The original school faces
- [Aquetong/Beaumont School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/aquetongbeaumont-school/) - The Aquetong School, also known as the Beaumont School, is located on Ingham Road near Lower Mountain and Lower York roads. It was built by Andrew Beaumont in 1857 for his and the neighborhood children. The Solebury Township School District took over the operation of the school but did not buy the land until 1905.
- [The Highton School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/the-highton-school/) - The Highton School, also called the New Prospect School, was started in 1830 by the Wrightstown Meeting. It was sold in 1867 to the Solebury Township School District. Almost immediately the school board sold the building and property to Mahlon Atkinson, who demolished the building. The Hillside School was built to replace it. (The exact
- [The Academy](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/the-academy/) - The Academy on Bridge Street (Old York Road) in New Hope, west of the intersection with W. Ferry Street, was a private boarding and day school as early as 1820. From 1837 to 1851 a class for young girls and possibly one for Black students were both held on the second floor of the building.
- [Stony Hill School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/stoney-hill-school-1847/) - The Stony Hill School was built in 1847 by the Solebury Township School District on land located on Stoney Hill Road and sold to the District by Benjamin and Elizabeth Paiste—yes, the spelling has changed over the years. This school was also sometimes called Chestnut Grove, but this is a source of confusion with the school
- [Solebury School/Trinity Episcopal](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/solebury-schooltrinity-episcopal/) - Buckingham Trinity Episcopal Church had an auxiliary school on the north side of Upper York Road, four doors east of Sugan Road, in the village then known as Center Hill, later Solebury. It was used by the newly organized Solebury Trinity Episcopal Church in the 1860s as its church school, until the first permanent church
- [Solebury Meeting Auxiliary](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/solebury-meeting-auxiliary/) - Solebury Friends Meeting was established in 1806. It operated a grammar school, the Solebury Meeting Auxiliary School (also known as Blackfan's School), across Sugan Road from early years until about 1856, when the township school system took it over as an adjunct to the school in Solebury. It continued in use until 1898, when it
- [Phillips School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/phillips-school-c1840/) - The Phillips School, located at the corner of Phillips Mill and River roads, was built about 1820, mostly for the children of the Phillips and the Kitchens families. It was sold to the Solebury Township School District in 1864 and remained open until 1919 when there were fewer than twelve students. The building was purchased
- [New Hope School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/new-hope-school/) - The building on the corner of Mechanic and Main streets in New Hope was built in 1839, seven years after the town was incorporated in 1832. It served as the town hall, jail, and as an overflow classroom. Some of the students fondly remembered the jail cell in the basement. Today the building houses the
- [New Hope Elementary](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/new-hope-elementary/) - The land on the hill off of Mechanics Street was purchased from William and Rachel Horn in 1851. The New Hope Elementary served grades one to ten in two rooms. It was in use until the consolidation of the schools and the opening of the new buildings in 1938. Former students remember the 1918 painting
- [Lumberville Auxiliary School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/lumberville-auxiliary-school/) - The basement of the original Lumberville Methodist Church on the north side of River Road was used for the Lumberville School for a short time in 1858 until a new school was built on Greenhill Road. The building, which was completed in 1858, is now a private residence. Ned Harrington in his book about schoolhouses
- [Hillside School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/hillside-school-1867/) - John and Rachel Williams sold property to the Solebury Township School District in 1867 for the building of the Hillside School on Pidcock Creek Road after the closing of the Highton School on Street Road. The school closed in 1925 because of slight attendance and the students from this far end of the township had
- [Highland School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/highland-school/) - Highland School was established in 1821 by the Solebury Presbyterian Church, now known as Thompson Memorial. The Cooper family deeded the land on Aquetong Road between Old Windy Bush and River roads to the church for $1.00. It was operated by the church until 1857 when it was deeded to the Solebury Township School District.
- [Magill School (Highland Farm)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/highland-farmmagill-school/) - Before 1842, individuals set up schools on their properties and hired teachers for theirs and their neighbor’s children. The teacher charged the families 3 cents per child per day. One such school was the Highland Farm School on the Magill farm on Aquetong Road. School attendance and census records show that this school was integrated
- [Greenhill/Lumberville School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/greenhilllumberville-school/) - The Greenhill School is on the northwest side of Greenhill Road, up the hill from River Road. Construction of the two-story stone schoolhouse was begun in 1858 and was used until 1937 when the schools were consolidated and it was sold by the Solebury Township School District for a private residence.
- [Cottageville School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/cottageville-school/) - In 1846 Eli and Martha Carver sold land on Carversville Road in the northwest corner of Solebury Township to the trustees of the Cottageville School, at which time the school was built. It operated from 1847 to 1910 when the students were transferred to a building that had been used as a dental office. The
- [Cottageville Auxiliary School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/cottageville-auxiliary-school/) - This circa 1860 one-room schoolhouse today is located on Carversville Road, just across from the intersection with Stover Mill Road. This structure was originally located next to “The Parsonage” up the hill on Wismer Road. The Parsonage was built as the residence for the Rev. Hunsicker and family, who ran the Excelsior Normal School, which
- [Chestnut Grove School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/chestnut-grove-school-1847/) - Peter and Rachel Pearson sold land at the intersection of Greenhill and Aquetong roads to the Solebury Township School District in 1847, and the Chestnut Grove School was built immediately after. It remained open until consolidation and in 1938 was sold as a residence.
- [Centre Bridge School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/centre-bridge-school/) - In 1849 John and Sarah Mitchell sold land on the south side of River Road west of the village of Centre Bridge to the Centre Bridge School Association. The directors found it too difficult to build the school and in 1856 sold the property to the Solebury Township School District. The District built Centre Bridge School
- [Center Hill School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/center-hill-school-1756/) - In 1756 Samuel Eastburn deeded a small tract at Upper York and Sugan roads to the overseers of Buckingham Friends Meeting. They build a stone school house on the site and continued to run the Center Hill School there until 1808 when the newly established Solebury Friends Meeting took over. Ownership transferred to the Solebury
- [Schoolhouse](https://soleburyhistory.org/the-society/schoolhouse/)
- [Solebury Township and New Hope Schools Before 1937](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/) - Public education came to Pennsylvania in 1834. Before that time religious groups and parents took responsibility for the education of the children. There were at least 21 buildings in Solebury and New Hope that were used as schools both before and after 1834. By 1937 the number of students had increased sufficiently and with transportation
- [Upper Aquetong Valley Historic District](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/upper-aquetong-valley-historic-district/) - The Upper Aquetong Valley Historic District runs along Meetinghouse Road between Aquetong and Sugan roads along the upper branch of the Aquetong Creek. The valley was recognized as a National Historic District in 1987 through the efforts of members of the Aquetong Valley Association, with Jane Hess as president. Like the Cuttalossa District, the Upper
- [Phillips Mill](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/phillips-mill/) - The Phillips Mill Historic District is one of the gems of Solebury Township. The District is composed of the English Village, the Mill, the Hotel du Village, Lenteboden, and St. Phillip's Chapel. The charming little English Village is quite hidden from view from the road. Stone walls and decorative gates enclose what is surely the
- [Centre Bridge](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/centre-bridge/) - The village of Centre Bridge was first known as Reading’s Ferry, named for Col. John Reading who established the first ferry river crossing in the early 1700s. Reading’s Ferry was on the New York Road, which later became Upper York Road (Route 263), so named because at that time it was the main route between
- [Carversville](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/carversville/) - The rural village of Carversville was a Lenape gathering place which they called Aquetong, or “many springs,” over 300 years ago when William Penn granted tracts to his steward, James Harrison, and to Joseph Pike. Harrison, who never saw the property, deeded his 500 acres to Randall Blackshaw and the Pike tract was divided into
- [Honey Hollow Watershed](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/honey-hollow-watershed/) - In the mid-1930s the farming families along the Honey Hollow Creek realized that much of the topsoil on their farms was being washed away by the creek. They banded together and consulted with the US Government Soil Conservation Service, which produced a plan to save the farms in the watershed. The Honey Hollow Watershed Conservation
- [Delaware Canal](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/delaware-canal/) - In the early 1800’s, America was growing rapidly and business was booming. Poor roads and unnavigable rivers could no longer meet the young nation’s needs. Legislators and entrepreneurs looked to canals. These man-made waterways had been used successfully in Asia and Europe for centuries as a way to provide better, faster and cheaper transportation. Inspired
- [Washington Crossing Park](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/washington-crossing-park/) - Washington Crossing Park became a National Historic Landmark in 1961. It is comprised of land and buildings in both Upper Makefield and Solebury townships. The Solebury section is along River Road between Aquetong Road and Bowman’s Tower (the tower is actually in Upper Makefield Township). Thompson-Neely House This nationally recognized structure located on River Road
- [Cuttalossa Valley Historic District](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/cuttalossa-valley-historic-district/) - The Cuttalossa Valley Historic District follows the meandering path of the Cuttalossa Creek, and the historic district begins at Sugan Road and continues to the river. The district includes 23 buildings and other structures. There are homes, outbuildings, mill sites, dams, and mill races along the way. In the 18th and 19th centuries the valley
- [Collections & Archives](https://soleburyhistory.org/collections/) - Archival Collections An archival collection of records is an accumulation of materials either brought together based on a common characteristic, such as a subject or medium, or created by an individual, family, organization, or business. The Solebury Township Historical Society provides public access and archival management for records of enduring historical or cultural value. The
- [Photos and Audios](https://soleburyhistory.org/photo-gallery/) - Members of the Heritage Conservancy’s Historical Review Board Committee and the Board of the Solebury Township Historical Society commemorate the addition of Solebury's one room schoolhouse as a Historic Place on the Register of Historic Places. The Heritage Conservancy, which works to preserve noted buildings and sites in Bucks and Montgomery counties, recognized the
- [Honored Citizens](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/) - Solebury Township Historical Society recognizes Solebury residents, past and present, who have significantly contributed to the township with the Honored Citizens of Solebury Award. The Society accepts nominations from the Solebury community at large. Shown below are those who have been honored and the date of the award. Honorees to date can be placed in
- [George Nakashima - 2008 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/george-nakashima-2008/) - George Nakashima was born in 1905 in Spokane, WA, to Katsuharu and Suzu Nakashima. He studied architecture at the University of Washington, graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture. In 1931, after earning a master's degree in architecture from M.I.T., George sold his car and purchased a round-the-world tramp steamship ticket. He spent a year in
- [New Hope Residents](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/new-hope-residents/) - There are many ways to interact with this information. Click on a name or the link at the end of each person’s information to see a summary of the interview, the time period discussed, and the tags/key words for that interview. On the summary page, click on the player to listen to the interview or
- [Carversville Residents](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/carversville-residents/) - There are many ways to interact with this information. Click on a name or the link at the end of each person’s information to see a summary of the interview, the time period discussed, and the tags/key words for that interview. On the summary page, click on the player to listen to the interview. Click
- [Solebury Residents](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/solebury-residents/) - There are many ways to interact with this information. Click on a name or the link at the end of each person’s information to see a summary of the interview, the time period discussed, and the tags/key words for that interview. On the summary page, click on the player to listen to the interview or
- [Teachers](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/teachers/) - There are many ways to interact with this information. Click on a name or the link at the end of each person’s information to see a summary of the interview, the time period discussed, and the tags/key words for that interview. On the summary page, click on the player to listen to the interview or
- [Music and Musicians](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/music/) - There are many ways to interact with this information. Click on a name or the link at the end of each person’s information to see a summary of the contents, the time period discussed, and the tags/key words for that person. On the summary page, click on the player to listen to the individual songs or
- [Digital Collection](https://soleburyhistory.org/collections/digital-collection/) - Coming Soon We continue to work towards providing online access to our archives through a collections management software.
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- [Scholarships](https://soleburyhistory.org/scholarships/)
- [National Historic Districts and Landmarks](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/) - Solebury Township is a special place with its wooded hillsides, stream valleys, fertile farmland, and abundant historic sites. As wonderful as local residents think it is, do the historic resources of Solebury Township compare favorable to other communities in Pennsylvania? According to the website of the Pennsylvanna Historical & Museum Commisson, Solebury Township is a
- [Old Carversville Road](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/history-walks-tours/old-carversville-road/) - Old Carversville Road On June 13, 2021 the Brood X Cicada's had just emerged after 17 years so we had an enjoyable walk to hear them sing and to learn a little history of this beloved road. This poster was a door prize poster compliments of Friends of the Delaware Canal and Magicicada
- [Sitemap](https://soleburyhistory.org/sitemap/) - [wp_sitemap_page]
- [Raffle Donors](https://soleburyhistory.org/2020-new-years-day-brunch-donors/)
- [Aquetong Creek](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/photographs-videos/aquetong-creek/) - In April 2019, about 3 years after the dam came down, photos record how the "cutting in" of the stream has progress to the level of 2-3 feet deep in some sections. Oxbow turns, mini rapids, the appearance of old tree trunks (probably 175 years old!), vegetation like water cress and clean, clear, cold water
- [Historic Postcards and Drawings](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/historic-postcards-and-drawings/) - Click on thumbnails to view full size images. Historic Postcards Sally Grant Jagoe, former president of the Society, Joan Fitting, former archivist, and other Society members have allowed us to scan their historic postcard collections. In addition, Will Rivinus donated his postcard collection to the Society. Solebury Township Villages and Sites Delaware River and Canal
- [History](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/history/) - The Aquetong Spring was well known by the Lenni-Lenape Indians who lived in the area. The fresh water was used by them and later by the European settlers in the area. The dependability of the water flow made the Aquetong Creek a perfect spot for mills. There were at least 8 in its route between
- [Aquetong Spring Park](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/) - Aquetong Lake at the intersection of Route 202 and Lower Mountain Road, a fixture of Solebury Township since circa 1870, is gone! STHS has documented the changes in the lake area as it returns to a stream. Our purpose is to answer for coming generations the age-old history question, “What did it look like when
- [Elaine Crooks - 2020 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/elaine-crooks-2020/) - Elaine has lived in Solebury since 1969. During her time here she has been an integral part of the community with her involvements in so many different organizations and committees. *1980-1988 - Solebury Township Historical Society Board member where she assisted with the recognition of Solebury’s historical districts designations. *2002-2017 – Pres, VP of Solebury
- [#GivingTuesday](https://soleburyhistory.org/giving-tuesday/) - #GivingTuesday is November 27th 2018 Goal is $3,500 Ned Harrington Scholarship Program One of the most important STHS annual programs is awarding scholarships to New Hope-Solebury High School seniors and Solebury School juniors from the Ned Harrington Scholarship Fund. Consecutively since 2004, the Ned Harrington Scholarship has been awarded to 22 amazing high school graduating students.
- [Oral History Index](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/oral-history-index/) - STHS has collected over 130 oral histories, videos, and local music albums. They are listed here in alphabetical order. The origin of each is shown with the name. HC: Heritage Conservancy HCS: Historic Carversville Society MAM: Michener Art Museum MAM-BCCC: Michener Art Museum and Bucks County Community College NHHS: New Hope Historical Society NCM: National Canal Museum SAI:
- [Souls of Solebury](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/souls-of-solebury/) - The Solebury Township Historical Society started the Souls of Solebury series in August 2017. With this project, we aim to capture the history of our township through the stories told by our residents. The series provides snapshots into the vast knowledge, colorful lives and exciting worlds that make up the mosaic of Solebury Township. Do
- [John Folinsbee oil "Beulah Waring of Honey Hollow"](https://soleburyhistory.org/collections/john-folinsbee-oil-beulah-waring-of-honey-hollow/) - This oil painting by John Folinsbee was donated by Mary C. Combs, executor of the Priscilla Alexandra Waring Estate.
- [Thank You!](https://soleburyhistory.org/thank-you/) - Thank you for your sponsorship. We will be in touch with you shortly. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@soleburyhistory.org or call us at 215-297-5091.
- [Oral History Program](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/oral-history-2/) - Oral history is the process of collecting, recording, and studying orally gathered information about events, individuals, families, and everyday life. Oral history also refers to the information so collected and preserved. These interviews can be captured as video tapes, audio tapes, or transcriptions of planned interviews. The interviews are usually conducted with people who participated
- [Oral History Collections](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/) - A number of long-time residents have wonderful memories of their life in New Hope and Solebury Township. The New Hope Historical Society (NHHS) and the Historic Carversville Society (HCS) have agreed to link their oral histories with STHS. In addition, the Heritage Conservancy (HC) shared an album of local songs and the National Canal Museum (NCM)
- [Willis Rivinus - 2007 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/willis-rivinus-2007/) - Will Rivinus is an author, historian, and preservation activist who has been a resident of Solebury Township for over 50 years. And over all those years he has read, researched, and written about the history of Solebury Township and surrounding areas. He has published many books that help to inform readers of the significant history
- [Marilyn Gerold - 2005 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/marilyn-gerold-2005/) - Marilyn Gerold founded the Make Believe Players in 1961, which was not your usual children’s theater. Marilyn demanded and got the very best from her young actors. She wrote the script, music, and lyrics for modern adaptations of classic fairy tales for the group to perform. She started her own successful professional career in the
- [Noémi and Antonin Raymond - 2007 Honored Citizens](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/noemi-and-antonin-raymond-2007/) - Antonin Raymond was born in Kladno, Bohemia (now the Czech Republic) in 1888. He studied at the Czech Polytechnic Institute and completed his studies in Trieste in 1910 before leaving for New York City. There he began a three-year employment with Cass Gilbert, the prominent American architect, working on a number of projects including the
- [William Francis Taylor - 2013 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/william-f-taylor-2013/) - William Francis Taylor was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1883. He began his professional career there as a lithographer and newspaper artist. He moved to New York City to attend the Art Students League and studied there from 1905 until 1907. He came to Bucks County in 1910 and married his first wife, fellow
- [Nelson Shanks - 2010 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/nelson-shanks-2010/) - Nelson Shanks was born in Rochester, NY. He studied at the Kansas City Art Institute and at the National Academy of Design and the Art Students League in New York City. He is a world-renowned painter, art historian, teacher, connoisseur, and collector, and he has been influential in the revival of classical realism in the
- [William Langson Lathrop - 2006 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/william-langson-lathrop-2006/) - William Langson Lathrop was born in the Midwest in 1859. He moved to the village of Phillips Mill in 1898. An established landscape artist, William mobilized other area artists and was largely responsible for the establishment of the Pennsylvania Impressionist art colony centered in the area around New Hope. The talent and fame of these
- [Edward Willis Redfield - 2011 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/edward-willis-redfield-2011/) - Edward Willis Redfield was born in 1869 in Bridgeville, DE, and spent the early part of his life in Philadelphia. He attended the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia. In 1887 he traveled to Paris where he studied at the Académie Julian and the École de Beaux-Arts. He met his wife Elise in
- [Daniel Garber - 2009 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/daniel-garber-2009/) - Daniel Garber was born in 1880 in North Manchester, OH. He studied art at the Art Academy of Cincinnati and at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia. He and his wife Mary Franklin, who was also an art student, traveled to Europe to complete his art education. After returning to America in
- [Selma Burke - 2012 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/selma-burke-2012/) - Selma Burke was born in Mooresville, NC, in 1900. When she was only five years old, she would walk along the river bank watching over her parent’s herd of dairy cows. Often, instead of watching the cows, she would kneel on the bank and mold tiny little figures out of the slippery red clay. So
- [Eastburn Reeder - 2003 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/eastburn-reeder-2003/) - Eastburn Reeder was born in Solebury in 1828. He married Ellen Kenderdine in 1853, and shortly thereafter took charge of the family farm, which was east of the intersection of Sugan and Chapel roads. In 1872 he became interested in the breeding of Jersey cattle, and his herds were the pride of the county for
- [Samuel Ingham - 2006 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/samuel-ingham-2006/) - Samuel Ingham was born in 1779 on his family’s farm, which included much land around the current Route 202, including the Aquetong Spring, also known as Ingham Spring. After working in paper mills in Philadelphia and Bloomfield, NJ, he returned to his family farm and built a paper mill near the spring. He made paper for
- [Mount Gilead Church](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/mount-gilead-church/) - The first black church in Bucks County formed in Attleborough (now Langhorne) in 1809, calling themselves the Society of Colored Methodists. In 1816 they were one of the five independent churches that joined to form the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church under Bishop Richard Allen in Philadelphia. From Langhorne they spread to New Hope, which
- [Underground Railroad Stops](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/) - By its very nature, the work of the Underground Railroad was secretive. Some of our knowledge of the Railroad in Solebury Township comes from a paper written by Dr. Edward Hicks Magill, “When Men Were Sold, Reminiscences of the Underground Railroad in Bucks County and its Managers.” This was printed in 1909 in Vol. 2
- [Joseph Luccaro – 2016 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/joseph-luccaro-2016-honored-citizen/) - Joe Luccaro is originally from New York and graduated from Hofstra University. He relocated to the New Hope-Solebury community in 1975. He is a devoted husband to Amy, father, brother and grandfather. In his youth he was an aspiring actor, who has since found his creative and artistic outlet through serving others. He is
- [Photographs and Videos](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/photographs-videos/) - Bucks County Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the Aquetong Watershed Association Flyover video short version showing just the lake [youtube1] Bucks County Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the Aquetong Watershed Association Flyover long video [youtube2] Many events have caused history’s light to shine on Solebury Township, and 2015 offered up a small moment
- [The Birth of a Park](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/the-birth-of-a-park/) - The work of turning the lake area and surroundings into a park is not as easy as it sounds. Money must be allocated; environmental and geologic studies must be concluded; architectural plans must be drawn; approvals must be gotten; and then the work can begin. But trees can be planted anytime. When the dam was
- [George Bramhall Paintings](https://soleburyhistory.org/george-bramhall-paintings/) - Past board member Jean Fowler has donated four George Bramhall oil paintings to STHS upon the occasion of her moving to Florida. While we are sad to see Jean and her husband Michael leave Solebury, we are happy to get such a nice donation that Jean stipulates should be sold for the benefit of the
- [Plaques](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/plaques/) - The Society has contracted with a local artisan to produce kiln-fired clay plaques to recognize your home and/or business with the date of origin or postal address of the building. The Society will assist you in determining the date of origin, when possible. If you have documentation on the date of your home, please indicate
- [Susan & William Tinsman, Jr. - 2005 Honored Citizens](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/susan-william-tinsman-jr-2005/) - Bill and Sue Tinsman’s service to Solebury Township has taken many forms. Both together and individually they have worked for historic preservation, conservation, education and the arts. Bill served as a township supervisor in the 50s and helped write the first zoning ordinance. They both served in the 50s with the Delaware Valley Protective Association,
- [Edwin Harrington - 2005 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/edwin-harrington-2005/) - When Ned Harrington and his wife Betty purchased their Carversville home in 1947 none of their new neighbors realized that an avid historian had settled among them. After having established and run two successful businesses, this quiet, intense man launched into a career that would contribute to Solebury Township in a profoundly meaningful way. Ned
- [Founders of Solebury School - 2003 Honored Citizens](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/founders-of-solebury-school-2003/) - Julian Lathrop was the son of the noted artist William Lathrop. Julian was born in Ohio but moved to Solebury with his family to live in the miller’s house in Phillips Mill. He attended the one-room schoolhouse in Phillips Mill, now St. Phillip's Church, then attended Worcester Academy and Harvard College. After serving in World
- [Georges Duval - 2005 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/georges-duval-2005/) - Georges Duval founded the Solebury Township Historical Society in 1981 and served as its president for many years. Georges put his all into the organization, working to ensure the naming of Solebury’s first three national historic districts. Georges and his family lived on Cuttalossa Road for many years. He purchased the Daniel Garber property and eventually
- [Stephen Raab - 2015 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/stephen-raab-2015/) - As a resident of Solebury for over 40 years, Stephen Raab has forged deep ties to the community. From his tenure on the Planning Commission and the Solebury Township Supervisors to his connection with the fields and woods of his farm, he knows Solebury inside and out and supports the community in ways large and
- [Marne Dietterich - 2010 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/marne-dietterich-2010/) - Marne Dietterich is the founder and motivating force behind Wrapping Presence, an organization she started in memory of her parents. To help residence-bound citizens to give with joy and dignity at holiday time, Marne and some 400 volunteers provide, wrap, and distribute Christmas gifts for the residents of nursing homes to give to their loved
- [Earl Hart Jamison - 2004 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/earl-hart-jamison-2004/) - Earl Jamison was a descendant of early settlers of Bucks County and was raised on his family farm in Jamison. The Jamison family tradition of hospitality can be traced back to 1763 when Henry Jamison opened a tavern in Centreville along the Buckingham Township stagecoach line. The tavern, known as "Jamison's", thrived as a welcome
- [Farmers](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/oral-history/farmers/) - There are many ways to interact with this information. Click on a name or the link at the end of each person’s information to see a summary of the interview, the time period discussed, and the tags/key words for that interview. On the summary page, click on the player to listen to the interview. Click
- [Seasons](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/photographs-videos/seasons/) - Winter Spring Summer Autumn
- [New Outlet (south side of dam)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/new-outlet-south-side-of-dam/) - This point on the south side of the dam, away from Route 202, is the location of the large pumps that drain the lake. After the lake is drained and the dam removed, it is assumed that this will be a natural place for Aquetong Creek to flow, but only time will tell.
- [Emlen Institute](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/emlen-institute/) - The Emlen Institute on Aquetong Road was founded using money bequeathed by Samuel Emlen, a Burlington Quaker who died in 1837. Samuel left $20,000 for the "education, maintenance and instruction in school learning and in agriculture and mechanical trades or arts, of free male orphan children of African or Indian descent," and a school was
- [William H. Johnson Farm](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/william-h-johnson-farm/) - William H. Johnson was one of the most important abolitionists in Bucks County. On the one hand, he was a public advocate of abolitionism, participating in the Bucks County Anti-Slavery Society and other openly political groups. His wife Mary (née Paxson) was involved in the Bucks County Anti-Slavery Society as well as the Buckingham Female
- [Thomas Bye Farm (Byecroft)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/thomas-bye-farm-byecroft/) - Thomas Bye owned property on Byecroft Road in Holicong. It is known that a former slave named Benjamin Jones, known as Big Ben, worked for Thomas and other farmers in the area. Big Ben was recaptured and taken south. Because he was injured, no one in the South would pay the amount demanded for him.
- [The Academy](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/the-academy/) - The Academy on Bridge Street was sometimes used by the members of the American Methodist Episcopal Church before the congregation built Mount Moriah on Stoney Hill Road in New Hope. The famous preacher Jarena Lee wrote about speaking at the Academy. Lee was the first female preacher approved by the AME. Edward Smith, a preacher
- [Solebury Friends Meeting ](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/solebury-friends-meeting/) - Solebury Meeting is located on Sugan Road and was built by members of the Buckingham Meeting when the numbers warranted a new meeting house. Members of the Buckingham Meeting had agreed to give up slave ownership in 1776. In response to the abduction of Big Ben in 1844, local abolitionists held a series of anti-slavery
- [Samuel Scott House](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/samuel-scott-house/) - Samuel Scott was born into slavery in Centerville, Maryland, in about 1820 and was one of the six men who arrived together in Solebury Township. Scott and his cousin Parry Helmsley eventually made their way to Jonathan P. Magill's farm on Aquetong Road just north of Windy Bush. Magill’s son Watson took the escaped slave
- [Samuel Eastburn Farm](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/samuel-eastburn-farm/) - Samuel Eastburn owned the land bounded by North Sugan and Comfort Roads He donated the land for the one-room schoolhouse and owned the land where the New Hope-Solebury Lower Elementary School now sits. The farmhouse itself is located on Laurel Road. Samuel purchased the labor of an indentured servant named James Dean when he first
- [Oliver Paxson Farm (Maple Grove)    ](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/oliver-paxson-farm-maple-grove/) - Maple Grove on Bridge Street in New Hope was the home of Oliver Paxson, a prominent Quaker elder. Along with Samuel Eastburn, he was one of the men responsible for witnessing the manumission recorded by the Bucks Quarterly Meeting when they finally banned the practice of slave owning. In 1778, he was appointed to advise
- [Mount Moriah Church](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/mount-moriah-church/) - Mount Moriah Church was located on Stoney Hill Road near the intersection of W. Mechanic Street in New Hope. The earliest record of Mount Moriah dates to 1818, when the church had 33 congregants. That makes Mount Moriah the third church of any denomination to be established in Solebury (New Hope was a part of
- [Moses Eastburn Farm](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/moses-eastburn-farm/) - The Eastburn farm is located on Meetinghouse Road. Moses Eastburn, Sr., became Director of the Poor in 1820, which included overseeing the almshouse. In 1824 a woman named Hannah Gibbs was brought in with her five children and died shortly thereafter. The managers of the almshouse did not want healthy children living there for extended
- [Mahlon Gibbs Farm and Limekiln](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/mahlon-gibbs-farm-and-limekiln/) - Mahlon Gibbs was probably born in Lower Makefield. In 1824 a woman named Hannah Gibbs was brought to the almshouse with her five children and died shortly thereafter. The managers of the almshouse often indentured indigent children out as servants for a period of years. Other male children might be apprenticed out to learn a
- [Jonathan P. Magill Farm (Highland Farm)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/jonathan-p-magill-farm-highland-farm/) - Jonathan P. Magill owned a farm on the side of Solebury Mountain on Aquetong Road. He was one of the active participants in the Underground Railroad in Solebury Township. The Magill house was a major station on the Railroad and Jonathan and his family members were important conductors in the area. The spring house still
- [John Scarborough Farm](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/john-scarborough-farm/) - John Scarbourough built his first small stone house on land that is now surrounded by Red Fox Farm development. The Scarboroughs were some of the first settlers of Solebury Township, purchasing their land directly from William Penn. Scarborough was a well-known Quaker preacher, and he used his leadership role within Philadelphia Yearly Meeting to push
- [John Ruckman House, Store, and Tavern](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/john-ruckman-house-store-and-tavern/) - John Ruckman established a store and tavern at the intersection of Upper York and Greenhill roads in 1807, and the hamlet was known as Ruckmans or Ruckmanville for many years. The tavern was an important meeting place, and elections were held there from 1808 until 1864. Ruckman himself was elected as County Commissioner in 1826
- [John E. Kenderdine House](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/john-e-kenderdine-house/) - John Kenderdine moved to Solebury in 1831 and built a series of mills along the Cuttalossa Creek. His house was located at the corner of Cuttalossa and Paxson Hill roads. John named his son Thaddeus Stevens Kenderdine after the Pennsylvania abolitionist who fought against the 1837 disenfranchisement of blacks. John participated in the Underground Railroad
- [John Blackfan Farm](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/john-blackfan-farm/) - The Blackfan farm is located on Meetinghouse Road. John Blackfan was the grandson of Isaiah Quinby, disciplined by Buckingham Meeting for owning a slave. The grandson was a staunch abolitionist who was active in the Underground Railroad. He took in many fugitives to live on his farm, including children. The 1850 US census lists a
- [Delaware House](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/delaware-house/) - The Delaware House at the corner of Bridge and Main streets in New Hope was a stop on the stagecoach line. Since fugitives were frequently put on the coaches for the trip north, many of them would have gotten the coach at this location. The Delaware House was built by William Maris, and the original
- [Cintra](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/cintra/) - Cintra, located on Bridge Street in New Hope, was built about 1816 by William Maris who also built a cotton mill on the Aquetong Creek near Mt. Moriah Church and the Delaware House on the corner of Bridge and Main streets in New Hope. The house was later the home of Ruth Paxson Ely. Henry
- [Buckingham Friends Meeting](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/underground-railroad-stops/buckingham-friends-meeting/) - Slavery was not always banned by the Society of Friends, but it was gradually banned by degrees. At first Quakers could not buy foreign slaves, then they could not trade and sell domestically. After 1776 slavery itself was banned. Consequently, Isaiah Quinby was disciplined for purchasing a slave in 1766, while members of the meeting
- [Interactive Maps](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/) - How to use the maps: Cursor over a map icon shows the name. Click for more information. Use the + and - buttons to zoom in or out. If you use these maps to tour the locations indicated, please be aware that many of these are private homes. The owners were gracious enough to allow the
- [Thompson-Neely House](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/thompson-neely-house/) - The original log cabin on this location was built after 1701 when John Pidcock settled on the site. The oldest part of the current Thompson-Neely House is the middle, built about 1740 by John Simpson. In 1757 Robert Thompson, husband of the widow of John Simpson, added the new wing on the western end of
- [Thomas Paxson Farm (Maple Grove)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/thomas-paxson-farm-maple-grove/) - The original Paxson estate covered a large amount of land north of Bridge Street in New Hope. The first home is known as Northwood Farms. A second home on the property was built about 1760 and named Maple Grove. This property was the headquarters of General William Alexander (Lord Sterling) for three weeks before the
- [The Old Fort](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/the-old-fort/) - Some of the troops of General William Alexander (Lord Sterling) were housed for three weeks before the Battle of Trenton in 1776 on the Old Fort located on the area between the current Free Library of New Hope and Solebury and the Wedgewood Inn. In 1778 the area was used by General George Washington’s troops
- [Malta Island](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/malta-island/) - The boats for the 1776 Christmas crossing of the river were hidden on the Pennsylvania side of Malta Island so they were not visible from the New Jersey side where the British were in control. The boats were moved to Knowles Cove above Taylorsville (now Washington Crossing) just before the crossing. The island has silted
- [Jonathan Ingham Farm](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/jonathan-ingham-farm/) - James Logan was the grantee of the land on which the Ingham House stands. In 1737 he sold the land to Jonathan. The house was completed before 1747. The Ingham family also built a mill pond and a textile mill below the Great Spring and almost certainly because of the availability of fresh water, the
- [Earthen Defense Redoubts](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/earthen-defense-redoubts/) - There were three areas of redoubts in New Hope: at the corner of West Bridge and Ferry streets, at the junction of South Main and Ferry streets near the Logan Inn, and from South Main and Mechanic streets up Mechanic Street to the area of the old New Hope Elementary School, now Kehilat HaNahar. The
- [Coryell’s Ferry](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/coryells-ferry/) - The first ferry across the Delaware River at New Hope was opened in 1722 by John Wells. On Dec. 8, 1776 Lord Cornwallis was on the New Jersey side of the Delaware River seeking boats to cross the river. But the Revolutionary troops had destroyed all boats on that side leaving nothing for Cornwallis to
- [Buckingham Friends Meeting](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/buckingham-friends-meeting/) - The Buckingham Meeting was organized in 1720 on land originally owned by John Kinsey. The current meetinghouse was built in 1768 after the prior one burned down. When Washington’s army marched from Valley Forge to Monmouth, they traveled the York Road and passed the meetinghouse, which served as a hospital for the sick and wounded.
- [Bogart’s Tavern/General Greene Inn](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/bogarts-taverngeneral-greene-inn/) - The inn and tavern now known as the General Greene Inn was first opened for business by Henry Jamison in 1763. The Bucks county Committee of Safety met in the tavern in the summer of 1775 to organize opposition to British rule, and patriots continued to meet there during the war years. By 1776, when
- [Revolutionary War Sites](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/revolutionary-war-sites/) - In the 1700s, the York Road through Bucks County was the only road between Philadelphia and New York, hence its name. During the Revolution, the easiest way for the troops to traverse the area and cross the Delaware River was through the county. There are many places along the road and near it that were
- [North Side of Lake](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/north-side-of-lake/) - About mid-way from Lower Mountain Road to the original 1996 dam breach is a good vista for much of the lake. The Judy House is visible to the west.
- [National Historic Places in Solebury Township](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/) - There are 156 Bucks County properties and districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places . Twelve sites are further designated as National Historic Landmarks because they are of national interest. Solebury Township has 15 of these National Register properties and districts and four of these are National Historic Landmarks. [map]
- [Lumberville Athenium School](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/schools-before-1937/lumberville-athenium-school/) - The original Lumberville School was one of a few eight-sided schoolhouses, built about 1824 at the intersection of Saw Mill and Greenhill roads. The school was originally run by the Quakers until 1842 when it was sold to the Solebury Township School District. The building continued in use until 1858 when the school district rented the
- [William Kitchen House](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/william-kitchen-house/) - The William Kitchen House is located on South Sugan Road between Aquetong and Stoney Hill roads. It is a private home that was built in three sections. The oldest was built around 1770 and the newest is a 20th century addition. The older two sections of the house are 2½ stories and are made of
- [Washington Crossing Historic Park](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/washington-crossing-historic-park/) - Washington Crossing Historic Park is composed of 500 acres, 100 acres of which are the park’s northern section, part of which is in Solebury Township on River Road near Aquetong Road. In December of 1776 the Continental Army was stationed at the area of the upper part awaiting orders from General Washington. On Christmas they
- [Van Sant Covered Bridge](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/van-sant-covered-bridge/) - The Van Sant Covered Bridge over Pidcock Creek is located on Covered Bridge Road between Lurgan and Pidcock Creek roads. It is the only covered bridge remaining in Solebury Township. It was originally built in 1875 and is 86 feet long. It is a Town truss bridge, built with overlapping and connected triangles that distribute
- [Upper Aquetong Valley Historic District](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/upper-aquetong-valley-historic-district/) - The Upper Aquetong Valley Historic District is along one of the most scenic roads in Solebury Township. The upper branch of the Aquetong Creek flows through the area along Meetinghouse Road between Aquetong and Sugan roads. The area was originally settled in the 18th and 19th centuries by Quakers from England. There are 12 farms
- [Phillips Mill Historic District](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/phillips-mill-historic-district/) - Phillips Mill was originally settled in the early 18th century. By the middle of the century a mill was built in the area. That mill today is the heart of the district and home of the Phillips’ Mill Community Association. Across the road is a group of houses built to look like an English village. Also
- [Isaiah Paxson Farm (Burgess Lea)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/isaiah-paxson-farm-burgess-lea/) - Isaiah Paxson was the original owner of the property now known as Burgess Lea, located on River Road northeast of the village of Centre Bridge. The house was built in 1785 in the Federal Style with Georgian influences. There are eight stone buildings on the property including the main house, barn, smoke house, and others.
- [George Nakashima House, Studio, and Workshop](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/george-nakashima-house-studio-and-workshop/) - The George Nakashima house, studio, and workshop are significant as the home and workplace of George Nakashima, internationally known artist, craftsman furniture maker, humanitarian, and Society Honored Citizen. The property, located on Aquetong Road between Old Windy Bush and Covered Bridge roads was also recognized for the unique architecture of its international style buildings. The site
- [Delaware Division of the Pennsylvania Canal](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/delaware-division-of-the-pennsylvania-canal/) - The 58.9-mile long Delaware Canal parallels the Delaware River and was complete in 1832. Its main purpose was for the transportation of coal from the Lehigh Valley to Philadelphia and other eastern cities, but it also was used to transport lumber, cement, limestone, and other commodities. About 8 miles of the canal are within Solebury Township, including
- [Centre Bridge Historic District](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/centre-bridge-historic-district/) - Centre Bridge is centered next to the Delaware Canal and the Delaware River where Upper York and River roads meet and extends from Ely Road to Laurel Road. The Centre Bridge Inn is at the intersection, and it and 59 other buildings were named in the historic recognition. Included are the William Mitchell house, later the home
- [Atkinson Road Bridge](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/atkinson-road-bridge/) - The Atkinson Road Bridge is a three-span stone arch bridge over Pidcock Creek constructed originally is 1873. It was constructed of native fieldstone and random rubble and is approximately 20 feet long. It is also known as County Bridge 305. The bridge was given national recognition in 2002.
- [Carversville Historic District](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/carversville-historic-district/) - The village of Carversville is centered at the intersection of Aquetong, Fleecydale, Wismer, and Carversville roads. It has 57 buildings, many of late Victorian and Federal styles included in the distinction. Buildings of note are the Stover Mill, the Carversville Inn, the Overpeck Homestead, and the Carversville Christian Church. The village was given national recognition in
- [Lumberville Historic District](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/interactive-maps/national-historic-places-in-solebury-township/lumberville-historic-district/) - Lumberville Historic District is composed of 85 buildings on River Road in the village of Lumberville and parts of Fleecydale, Carversville, and Greenhill roads. The village is next to the Delaware Canal and the Delaware River. The first saw mill was established there in about 1775 by George Wall, and today’s Tinsman Brothers lumber yard
- [Gwen Davis - 2011 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/gwen-davis-2011/) - Following a visit to Bucks County in the late 1960s, Gwen Davis fell in love with Solebury Township, moved to the area, and became active in preservation efforts in the area. Her first position was as a staff member of the “America the Beautiful Fund,” a grass-roots preservation group. This was quickly followed by working
- [Old Outlet (north side of dam)](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/old-outlet-north-side-of-dam/) - This location is at the north side of the dam near Route 202. In 1996 the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission determined that the dam was in danger and so removed about six feet from the height of the dam at this point. This allowed some water to flow from the lake and relieved the
- [Life Around the Lake](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/photographs-videos/flora-and-fauna/) - Fauna Flora
- [Lake Inlet](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/pond-inlet/) - After the spring enters the spring pond near Lower Mountain Road, it flows over a waterfall and then to the lake. These photos show the progression of the water in this stream. The stream will not change much in the next few years, but the spot where it currently enters the lake will change dramatically.
- [West Side of Lake](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/west-side-of-lake/) - The west side of the lake is the location of the house where Kenneth and Gail Judy lived, now called the Judy House. The lawn with its mature and newly planted trees and its wishing well gently slopes to the lake. After the lowering of the north end of the dam in 1996, about eighty
- [Spring Pond](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/spring-pond/) - Aquetong spring flow into a pond near Lower Mountain Road. The outlet for the pond is a waterfall, and the water then flows through a small stream to the lake. This pond and area will not be changed by the removal of the lake and big dam.
- [South Side of Lake](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/south-side-of-lake/) - The south side of the lake is near the property of the Beaumont Deer Park Association. They have graciously given the Society permission to photograph from their property.
- [Lower Mountain Road](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/lower-mountain-road/) - Lower Mountain Road is slightly higher than the Judy House and offers good vistas of the area.
- [Aquetong Creek](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/aquetong-spring-park/map/aquetong-creek-2/) - Aquetong Creek is the natural outlet for the water from the spring. It flows from the spring to the Delaware River next to the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope. The lower part of the creek is not expected to change very much, but the beginning of the creek, from the current inlet to the
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- [Paul Lanctot, VMD - 2012 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/paul-lanctot-vmd-2012/) - Dr. Paul Lanctot graduated in 1963 as a VMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. After a few years "doctoring" in Vermont and Massachusetts, he moved back to Pennsylvania and started work at the Delaware Valley Animal Hospital. In 1969 Paul moved to New Hope and established the first small animal practice
- [Richard F. Carlson - 2013 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/richard-f-carlson-2013/) - Dick Carlson, a resident of Savannah Georgia, moved to Solebury in 2007. He purchased Rolling Green Farm at Aquetong and Lower York Road. The property contains an 18th century stone house and barn once owned by the Paxson family. Dick did not know a single soul in Solebury, but having a real appreciation for the
- [Robert Heath - 2011 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/robert-heath-2011/) - Robert Heath is a long-time resident of Solebury Township. Most of us are familiar with Heath's Service Center in Lambertville, which his father started in 1930. Now retired, Bob will still show up promptly with the tow truck for auto emergencies. Bob volunteered in the prison system for 40 years, leading Bible study groups. He
- [Samuel Eastburn - 2003 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/samuel-eastburn-2003/) - Samuel Eastburn was born in Yorkshire England in 1702, the year Solebury Township was established, and immigrated to America with his parents in 1713. In 1736 Samuel purchased 250 acres of land near the center of Solebury Township, the area approximately bounded by Sugan Road, Upper York Road, Comfort Road, and Laurel Road. A blacksmith
- [The Farming Families of Honey Hollow Watershed - 2003 Honored Citizens](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/the-farming-families-of-honey-hollow-watershed/) - In 1939, the five property owners of the 650-acre Honey Hollow Watershed united to protect the viability of their farmland. Their efforts were aided by the Soil Conservation Service (US Department of Agriculture) in Upper Darby, PA. By 1941 terraces and diversion ditches were built to control runoff on steep slopes and hedges were planted
- [Thomas Carver - 2003 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/thomas-carver-2003/) - The town this is now known as Carversville was first settled about 1726 with the construction of several mills along the Paunacussing Creek. Originally called Mill Town, the name was gradually changed to Milton. In 1833 when the Postal Service was going to put a post office in Milton, the town was told they could
- [William MacDowell - 2008 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/william-macdowell-2008/) - Bill MacDowell is a long time resident of the township and has devoted much of his time to environmental issues. A retired CEO of Burpee Seeds, Bill has given freely of his time and talents to a number of local non-profit organizations. He has been a trustee of Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, founding member of
- [Maude Cathers-Pittore - 2003 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/maude-cathers-pittore-2003/) - Maude Cathers-Pittore was born in 1903 on a farm in Plumstead Township, not far from Lumberville. The Cathers family moved to Solebury Township and Maude attended the Green Hill two-room schoolhouse. In high school she decided to become a teacher. She enrolled in an exchange program and was sent to South America where she studied
- [Malcolm Crooks - 2004 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/malcolm-crooks-2004/) - Born in Solebury Township in 1923, Malcolm Crooks has devoted his life to the protection of natural resources at the local, regional and national levels. Throughout his professional career, he focused on the conservation of soil and water, so crucial to the well-being of humankind and to the sustainability of agriculture. Agriculture remains a leading
- [Leila Diamond - 2002 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/leila-diamond-2002/) - Dr. Leila Diamond was a nationally recognized virologist, specializing in chemical and viral carcinogens. She served as president of Women in Cancer Research and was active in many local organizations. In the course of her 50 year career, Leila divided her work at two of the nation's foremost cancer research centers - beginning at the
- [John Touhey - 2014 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/john-touhey-2014/) - John Touhey has been a resident of Solebury Township and a member of the Solebury Township Historical Society for many years. The Solebury Township Historical Society was formed in 1981. However, after the passing of the founder, Georges Duval, the archives of the original Society languished for almost a decade in the attic of the
- [Jane Hess - 2006 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/jane-hess-2006/) - "She was a person with the will, knowledge and unselfishness to galvanize large numbers of residents into action for a worthy cause,” Joe Duffy said of Jane Hess. Jane showed her devotion to land and historic preservation in Solebury in many ways. In the 60s and 70s Jane organized opposition to a plan for a
- [Jacqui Griffith - 2014 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/jacqui-griffith-2014/) - Jacqui Griffith was born in Bryn Mawr, PA, and has been a resident of Solebury Township since 1993. Since moving here, Jacqui has devoted herself to local organizations and causes. Her family joined Trinity Church in Solebury and she has served the church in many volunteer capacities, including being a member of the vestry and
- [George Wall - 2003 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/george-wall-sr-2003/) - George Wall was born in Bucks County in 1743. His father was a schoolmaster. In 1775 as war with England loomed, George, Sr., organized a company of young men from Solebury for the mustering of the Bucks County 2nd Battalion. Among the twenty-seven privates in the militia was his son, George, Jr. No record of
- [Franca Warden -2003 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/franca-warden-2003/) - Franca Warden was born in Italy and has been a resident of Solebury Township since 1958. All her life she has worked tirelessly in support of the arts. She is a founding member and chairman emeritus of the Bucks County Opera Association, and she has actively pursued support for young singers through the Academy of
- [Dorothy Hartman - 2004 Honored Citizen](https://soleburyhistory.org/program-list/honored-citizens/dorothy-hartman-2004/) - Dorothy Hartman lived in Solebury for nine decades before her death in 2003. True to her devotion to the area, she donated an easement on her family’s land, preserving a vast stretch of wooded and agricultural land along Laurel Road from Comfort to the canal. She was active in many local organizations as was truly
- [Pennsylvania Small Archival Repositories Reports](https://soleburyhistory.org/collections/pennsylvania-small-archival-repositories-reports/) - The Historical Society of Pennsylvania’s Hidden Collections Initiative for Pennsylvania Small Archival Repositories (HCI-PSAR) is a project whose goal is to make better known and more accessible the important but often hidden archival collections held by the many small, primarily volunteer-run historical organizations in the Philadelphia area. The project is funded by a grant from
- [Solebury Farmers Club Photo Circa 1896](https://soleburyhistory.org/collections/solebury-farmers-club-photo-circa-1896/) - The Solebury Farmers Club was founded in 1871 “for mutual improvement and instruction in the arts of agriculture and horticulture.” Today few of the members are farmers and the organization is more social in nature. The photo was taken about 1896 in front of the home of Hugh B. Eastburn and was donated to the
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- [Bucks County, Pennsylvania</br> from surveys (1850) ](https://soleburyhistory.org/on-line-exhibits/historic-maps/bucks-county-pennsylvania-from-surveys-1850/) - Click to zoom in. Shift-click to zoom out. Drag to re-position.Or use the controls in the bottom right corner of the map. Note to Macintosh users: In order to view this map, you may need to install or update a plugin for Microsoft Silverlight or install the Chrome browser. [map] Library of Congress, Geography and Map Division
- [Honey Hollow Watershed](https://soleburyhistory.org/solebury-history/national-historic-districts-and-landmarks/honey-hollow-watershed/) - Among Solebury Township’s four National Historic Landmarks, the Honey Hollow Watershed is unique because it is the only agricultural National Landmark in the nation. The Honey Hollow Watershed is comprised of five farms of 650-acres along Route 263 and Creamery Road. It is the first small upland watershed with multiple private owners in agricultural use
- [Stock Certificate from Solebury Hall Association](https://soleburyhistory.org/collections/stock-certificate-from-solebury-hall-association/) - In 1876 Solebury residents raised funds for the construction of a community hall in Center Hill on Upper York Road just north of Sugan Road. This hall was initially used by the community for dances, plays, parties, voting, and church suppers. There was also a general store on the first floor. For a few years
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## Citizens

- [Bill Tinsman](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/bill-tinsman/) - Bill Tinsman -2019 Honored Citizen Bill Tinsman is a the fifth generation of Tinsmans to operate Tinsman Bros. Inc. A fixture since 1785 in the riverside community of Lumberville in Solebury. The lumberyard is believed to be the oldest family-owned one in the country. Bill’s strong belief in community involvement paid homage to his Quaker
- [Robert Ebert](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/robert-ebert/) - Robert Ebert -2025 Honored Citizen Robert was an owner and the general manager of the Raven in New Hope - the legendary restaurant, hotel, and club - a landmark gathering spot for the gay community in New Hope and beyond. The Raven was a place for fine dining, wonderful cocktails, and many events and fundraisers.
- [Eleanor Miller](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/eleanor-miller/) - Eleanor Miller -2025 Honored Citizen Eleanor has a long history of being involved in the arts scene in New Hope and Solebury and is instrumental in getting the next generation of actors to become involved with the arts, as well as celebrating the history of Phillips Mill. During her career, she has performed in numerous
- [Jim Searing](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/jim-searing/) - Jim Searing and his wife Gayle Goodman moved to Solebury upon his retirement from a successful career as a partner with the global CPA and consulting firm of Ernst & Young, because he wanted to learn something completely different. Studying Landscape Architecture at Temple University, Jim went on to use this new education plus his
- [George Duval](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/george-duval/) - Georges Duval – 2005 Honored Citizen Georges Duval founded the Solebury Township Historical Society in 1981 and served as its president for many years. Georges put his all into the organization, working to ensure the naming of Solebury’s first three national historic districts. Georges and his family lived on Cuttalossa Road for many years. He
- [Willis Rivinus](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/willis-rivinus/) - Willis Rivinus – 2007 Honored Citizen Will Rivinus is an author, historian, and preservation activist who has been a resident of Solebury Township for over 50 years. And over all those years he has read, researched, and written about the history of Solebury Township and surrounding areas. He has published many books that help to
- [Robert Heath](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/robert-heath/) - Robert Heath – 2011 Honored Citizen Robert Heath is a long-time resident of Solebury Township. Most of us are familiar with Heath’s Service Center in Lambertville, which his father started in 1930. Now retired, Bob will still show up promptly with the tow truck for auto emergencies. Bob volunteered in the prison system for 40
- [Eastburn Reeder](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/eastburn-reeder/) - 2003 Honored Citizen Eastburn Reeder was born in Solebury in 1828. He married Ellen Kenderdine in 1853, and shortly thereafter took charge of the family farm, which was east of the intersection of Sugan and Chapel roads. In 1872 he became interested in the breeding of Jersey cattle, and his herds were the pride of
- [Samuel Ingham](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/samuel-ingham/) - 2006 Honored Citizen Samuel Ingham was born in 1779 on his family’s farm, which included much land around the current Route 202, including the Aquetong Spring, also known as Ingham Spring. After working in paper mills in Philadelphia and Bloomfield, NJ, he returned to his family farm and built a paper mill near the spring. He made
- [George Nakashima](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/george-nakashima/) - George Nakashima – 2008 Honored Citizen George Nakashima was born in 1905 in Spokane, WA, to Katsuharu and Suzu Nakashima. He studied architecture at the University of Washington, graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture. In 1931, after earning a master’s degree in architecture from M.I.T., George sold his car and purchased a round-the-world tramp steamship ticket.
- [The Farming Families of Honey Hollow Watershed](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/the-farming-families-of-honey-hollow-watershed/) - The Farming Families of Honey Hollow Watershed – 2003 Honored Citizens In 1939, the five property owners of the 650-acre Honey Hollow Watershed united to protect the viability of their farmland. Their efforts were aided by the Soil Conservation Service (US Department of Agriculture) in Upper Darby, PA. By 1941 terraces and diversion ditches were built to
- [Stephan F. Raab](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/stephan-f-raab/) - Stephen Raab – 2015 Honored Citizen As a resident of Solebury for over 40 years, Stephen Raab has forged deep ties to the community. From his tenure on the Planning Commission and the Solebury Township Supervisors to his connection with the fields and woods of his farm, he knows Solebury inside and out and supports
- [Franca Warden](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/franca-warden/) - Franca Warden -2003 Honored Citizen Franca Warden was born in Italy and has been a resident of Solebury Township since 1958. All her life she has worked tirelessly in support of the arts. She is a founding member and chairman emeritus of the Bucks County Opera Association, and she has actively pursued support for young
- [Dorothy Hartman](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/dorothy-hartman/) - Dorothy Hartman – 2004 Honored Citizen Dorothy Hartman lived in Solebury for nine decades before her death in 2003. True to her devotion to the area, she donated an easement on her family’s land, preserving a vast stretch of wooded and agricultural land along Laurel Road from Comfort to the canal. She was active in
- [John Touhey](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/john-touhey/) - John Touhey – 2014 Honored Citizen John Touhey has been a resident of Solebury Township and a member of the Solebury Township Historical Society for many years. The Solebury Township Historical Society was formed in 1981. However, after the passing of the founder, Georges Duval, the archives of the original Society languished for almost a
- [Jacqui Griffith](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/jacqui-griffith/) - Jacqui Griffith – 2014 Honored Citizen Jacqui Griffith was born in Bryn Mawr, PA, and has been a resident of Solebury Township since 1993. Since moving here, Jacqui has devoted herself to local organizations and causes. Her family joined Trinity Church in Solebury and she has served the church in many volunteer capacities, including being
- [Susan & William Tinsman](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/susan-william-tinsman/) - Susan & William Tinsman, Jr. – 2005 Honored Citizens Bill and Sue Tinsman’s service to Solebury Township has taken many forms. Both together and individually they have worked for historic preservation, conservation, education and the arts. Bill served as a township supervisor in the 50s and helped write the first zoning ordinance. They both served
- [Ned Harrington](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/ned-harrington/) - Edwin Harrington – 2005 Honored Citizen When Ned Harrington and his wife Betty purchased their Carversville home in 1947 none of their new neighbors realized that an avid historian had settled among them. After having established and run two successful businesses, this quiet, intense man launched into a career that would contribute to Solebury Township in a
- [Founders of Solebury School](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/founders-of-solebury-school/) - Founders of Solebury School – 2003 Honored Citizens Julian Lathrop was the son of the noted artist William Lathrop. Julian was born in Ohio but moved to Solebury with his family to live in the miller’s house in Phillips Mill. He attended the one-room schoolhouse in Phillips Mill, now St. Phillip’s Church, then attended Worcester Academy and Harvard
- [Marilyn Gerold](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/marilyn-gerold/) - Marilyn Gerold – 2005 Honored Citizen Marilyn Gerold founded the Make Believe Players in 1961, which was not your usual children’s theater. Marilyn demanded and got the very best from her young actors. She wrote the script, music, and lyrics for modern adaptations of classic fairy tales for the group to perform. She started her
- [Noémi and Antonin Raymon](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/noemi-and-antonin-raymon/) - Noémi and Antonin Raymond – 2007 Honored Citizens Antonin Raymond was born in Kladno, Bohemia (now the Czech Republic) in 1888. He studied at the Czech Polytechnic Institute and completed his studies in Trieste in 1910 before leaving for New York City. There he began a three-year employment with Cass Gilbert, the prominent American architect, working
- [Lelia Diamond](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/lelia-diamond/) - Leila Diamond – 2002 Honored Citizen Dr. Leila Diamond was a nationally recognized virologist, specializing in chemical and viral carcinogens. She served as president of Women in Cancer Research and was active in many local organizations. In the course of her 50 year career, Leila divided her work at two of the nation’s foremost cancer
- [Margaret Kies Dietterich](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/margaret-kies-dietterich/) - Marne Dietterich – 2010 Honored Citizen Marne Dietterich is the founder and motivating force behind Wrapping Presence, an organization she started in memory of her parents. To help residence-bound citizens to give with joy and dignity at holiday time, Marne and some 400 volunteers provide, wrap, and distribute Christmas gifts for the residents of nursing homes
- [William MacDowell](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/william-macdowell/) - William MacDowell – 2008 Honored Citizen Bill MacDowell is a long time resident of the township and has devoted much of his time to environmental issues. A retired CEO of Burpee Seeds, Bill has given freely of his time and talents to a number of local non-profit organizations. He has been a trustee of Bowman’s
- [Gwen Davis](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/gwen-davis/) - Gwen Davis – 2011 Honored Citizen Following a visit to Bucks County in the late 1960s, Gwen Davis fell in love with Solebury Township, moved to the area, and became active in preservation efforts in the area. Her first position was as a staff member of the “America the Beautiful Fund,” a grass-roots preservation group.
- [Joseph Luccaro](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/joseph-luccaro/) - Joseph Luccaro – 2016 Honored Citizen Amy and Joe Luccaro Joe Luccaro is originally from New York and graduated from Hofstra University. He relocated to the New Hope-Solebury community in 1975. He is a devoted husband to Amy, father, brother and grandfather. In his youth he was an aspiring actor, who has since found
- [Malcolm Crooks](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/malcolm-crooks/) - Malcolm Crooks – 2004 Honored Citizen Born in Solebury Township in 1923, Malcolm Crooks has devoted his life to the protection of natural resources at the local, regional and national levels. Throughout his professional career, he focused on the conservation of soil and water, so crucial to the well-being of humankind and to the sustainability
- [Paul Lanctot](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/paul-lanctot/) - Paul Lanctot, VMD – 2012 Honored Citizen Dr. Paul Lanctot graduated in 1963 as a VMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. After a few years “doctoring” in Vermont and Massachusetts, he moved back to Pennsylvania and started work at the Delaware Valley Animal Hospital. In 1969 Paul moved to New Hope
- [Maude Cathers-Pittore](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/maude-cathers-pittore/) - Maude Cathers-Pittore – 2003 Honored Citizen Maude Cathers-Pittore was born in 1903 on a farm in Plumstead Township, not far from Lumberville. The Cathers family moved to Solebury Township and Maude attended the Green Hill two-room schoolhouse. In high school she decided to become a teacher. She enrolled in an exchange program and was sent
- [Earl Jamison](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/earl-jamison/) - Earl Hart Jamison – 2004 Honored Citizen Earl Jamison was a descendant of early settlers of Bucks County and was raised on his family farm in Jamison. The Jamison family tradition of hospitality can be traced back to 1763 when Henry Jamison opened a tavern in Centreville along the Buckingham Township stagecoach line. The tavern,
- [Richard F. Carlson](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/richard-f-carlson/) - Richard F. Carlson – 2013 Honored Citizen Dick Carlson, a resident of Savannah Georgia, moved to Solebury in 2007. He purchased Rolling Green Farm at Aquetong and Lower York Road. The property contains an 18th century stone house and barn once owned by the Paxson family. Dick did not know a single soul in Solebury,
- [Elaine Crooks](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/elaine-crooks/) - Elaine Crooks – 2020 Honored Citizen Elaine has lived in Solebury since 1969. During her time here she has been an integral part of the community with her involvements in so many different organizations and committees. *1980-1988 – Solebury Township Historical Society Board member where she assisted with the recognition of Solebury’s historical districts designations.
- [Nelson Shanks](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/nelson-shanks/) - Nelson Shanks – 2010 Honored Citizen Nelson Shanks was born in Rochester, NY. He studied at the Kansas City Art Institute and at the National Academy of Design and the Art Students League in New York City. He is a world-renowned painter, art historian, teacher, connoisseur, and collector, and he has been influential in the revival
- [William Langson Lathrop](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/william-langson-lathrop/) - William Langson Lathrop – 2006 Honored Citizen William Langson Lathrop was born in the Midwest in 1859. He moved to the village of Phillips Mill in 1898. An established landscape artist, William mobilized other area artists and was largely responsible for the establishment of the Pennsylvania Impressionist art colony centered in the area around New Hope. The talent
- [Edward Willis Redfield](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/edward-willis-redfield/) - Edward Willis Redfield – 2011 Honored Citizen Edward Willis Redfield was born in 1869 in Bridgeville, DE, and spent the early part of his life in Philadelphia. He attended the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia. In 1887 he traveled to Paris where he studied at the Académie Julian and the École de Beaux-Arts.
- [Daniel Garber](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/daniel-garber/) - Daniel Garber – 2009 Honored Citizen Daniel Garber was born in 1880 in North Manchester, OH. He studied art at the Art Academy of Cincinnati and at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia. He and his wife Mary Franklin, who was also an art student, traveled to Europe to complete his art education.
- [Selma Burke](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/selma-burke/) - Selma Burke – 2012 Honored Citizen Selma Burke was born in Mooresville, NC, in 1900. When she was only five years old, she would walk along the river bank watching over her parent’s herd of dairy cows. Often, instead of watching the cows, she would kneel on the bank and mold tiny little figures out of
- [Thomas Carver](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/thomas-carver/) - 2003 Honored Citizen The town this is now known as Carversville was first settled about 1726 with the construction of several mills along the Paunacussing Creek. Originally called Mill Town, the name was gradually changed to Milton. In 1833 when the Postal Service was going to put a post office in Milton, the town was told they
- [George Wall](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/george-wall/) - 2003 Honored Citizen George Wall was born in Bucks County in 1743. His father was a schoolmaster. In 1775 as war with England loomed, George, Sr., organized a company of young men from Solebury for the mustering of the Bucks County 2nd Battalion. Among the twenty-seven privates in the militia was his son, George, Jr.
- [William Francis Taylor](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/william-francis-taylor/) - 2013 Honored Citizen William Francis Taylor was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1883. He began his professional career there as a lithographer and newspaper artist. He moved to New York City to attend the Art Students League and studied there from 1905 until 1907. He came to Bucks County in 1910 and married his
- [Jane Hess](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/jane-hess/) - 2006 Honored Citizen “She was a person with the will, knowledge and unselfishness to galvanize large numbers of residents into action for a worthy cause,” Joe Duffy said of Jane Hess. Jane showed her devotion to land and historic preservation in Solebury in many ways. In the 60s and 70s Jane organized opposition to a
- [Samuel Eastburn](https://soleburyhistory.org/citizen/samuel-eastburn/) - 2003 Honored Citizen Samuel Eastburn was born in Yorkshire England in 1702, the year Solebury Township was established, and immigrated to America with his parents in 1713. In 1736 Samuel purchased 250 acres of land near the center of Solebury Township, the area approximately bounded by Sugan Road, Upper York Road, Comfort Road, and Laurel

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