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Shamokin Diamond Jubilee – 75th Anniversary Souvenir Booklet – 1939
In this exhibit we present a souvenir book published for Shamokin’s Diamond Jubilee, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the city in 1939. In this book we are presented with a history of the city’s founding, organization, civic institutions, churches and industry. What’s most interesting is a program for a production entitled “Cavalcade of Coalers” which…
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Women’s Club of Shamokin Cookbook – 1950
In this exhibit we present a compilation of some of the favorite recipes of the members and friends of the Women’s Club of Shamokin. The Women’s Club of Shamokin was formed in 1939 and met at St. John’s Reformed Church. In this book you will find almost 400 pages of great recipes for everything from…
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Greater Shamokin Centennial 1864-1964
In this exhibit we present a book published to commemorate Shamokin’s Centennial celebration in 1964. This book provides a fantastic written history of not only Shamokin but also what was coined the “Greater Shamokin Area.” In this book you will find a review of business and industry as well as the many civic organizations of…
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City of Shamokin – 125th Anniversary; 1864-1989
In this exhibit we present a book published to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the City of Shamokin in 1989. This book was compiled and written though a volunteer effort and was printed by the Shepard & Shroyer Printing Company of Shamokin. This book contains a near complete history of the City of Shamokin including…
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29th Annual Convention – State Fireman’s Association – 1908 Souvenir Book
In this exhibit we present a souvenir book published for the 29th Annual Convention of the Fireman’s Association of the State of Pennsylvania held in Shamokin from October 5th – 9th, 1908. This event drew leaders, dignitaries, fellow firemen and visitors from all over the state for the multi-day event. The city of Shamokin was…
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The Helfenstein Mystery
On the 22nd day of December 1854, an unusual event took place in Shamokin that remains unexplained to this day. The story is best begun by reprinting here the letter that had been sent by the committee. Dear Sir: On Friday, December 22nd at 10 o’clock A.M. At this place, Judge Helfenstein proposes to dedicate…
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The Tragic Death of Martin Gross
Martin, son of Ludwig Goss, was a stout handsome man, full of fun, who lived in Gosstown (Uniontown) halfway between “Spook” bridge and the Rock Cut. His life had seen no great feats unless you consider raising six sons and several daughters in a log cabin an accomplishment. His eerie death accomplished what his life…
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Fourth Official Report: Shamokin State Hospital – June 1st, 1917 to June 1st, 1919
In this exhibit we present an interesting report on the State Hospital at Shamokin. This report was prepared by George W. Reese, who was Surgeon-in-Chief and Superintendent at the time, and covers a two-year period from June 1st, 1917 to June 1st, 1919 and outlines all injuries treated, operating expenses and other details about the…
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Interior Photos of The Guarantee Trust & Safe Deposit Company Bank – July 24th, 1941
In this exhibit we present some rare images of the lobby of the Guarantee Trust and Safe Deposit Company Bank on Independence Street in Shamokin from July of 1941. In these photos we can see the lobby as preparations were being made for an interior renovation. These photos are part of the Thomas Studios silver…
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St. Edwards Roman Catholic Church Fire Photos – April 8th 1971
Around 2 o’clock on the morning of April 8th, 1971 a fire broke out at the historic St. Edwards Catholic Church on Shamokin Street in Shamokin. The blaze was said to have been the worst the city had seen in over 50 years and completely destroyed the 99-year old house of worship. A little over…
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Rare Views Inside the F&S Brewery from 1939
In this exhibit we present a rare look at the brewing and bottling process at the Fuhrmann & Schmidt Brewing Company from 1939. These rare photos were part of the Thomas Photo silver nitrate collection and are presented courtesy of the Northumberland County Historical Society. We have taken extra care to provide incredibly high quality…
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