The books listed here are books that were not published by hearthstone legacy publications. Im really glad you stopped by and i hope that you find this website useful for your genealogical research. Cameron county, pennsylvania free public records searches at black book online. Cameron county, pa free public records black book online. Genealogy trails cameron county pa newspaper stories. These books are packed full of photos and history that span the entire county. History of cameron county pa transcribed by nancy piper. The cameron county commissioners, in collaboration with the office of emergency services, are continuing to monitor the covid19 virus outbreak and its potential impacts on cameron county. The book was written to record the unwritten history of the old white pine days on the sinnamahoning from 18651885, when white pine lumbering was at its best. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron and potter, with biographical sketches j. Cameron county was created in 1860 and named for the 19thcentury politician simon cameron. Cameron, born in dauphin county, was known as the czar of pennsylvania, because he was one the most powerful state political bosses in history. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron and potter, pennsylvania 1890. It is very difficult to photocopy a page in the book.
Kaye, who is so soon to leave his many friends and go to the klondyke. Read about the early history of pennsylvania, its oil history, its cultural evolution, and much more. Tom never liked the name hezekiah and used edwin, his fathers first name, as his middle name throughout his life. History of chester county, pennsylvania, with genealogical.
Miller and william pencak, a historian at pennsylvania state university, this lucid and comprehensive history includes. Most of these but not all are county history books that combine history and biographies of families within the county. Cameron county was created on march 29, 1860, from parts of clinton, mckean, elk and potter counties. Lumber township is located near the center of cameron county and is bordered by portage township to the north and west, potter county to the northeast, grove township to the east, gibson township to the south and shippen township. County history and genealogy books hearthstone legacy. The cameron county historical society is pleased to announce its latest book entitled cameron by researchers glenda neenan card and. The county is located in the central section of the state. Historic pittsburgh collection is a digital collection that provides an opportunity to explore and research the history of pittsburgh and the surrounding western pennsylvania area on the. Uncovering the history of logging at the pennsylvania. Bibles, biographies, cemeteries, census, genealogy. The little museum is the museum for the cameron county historical society. As the front door to the united states, we welcome international business and tourists alike. A brief history provides an accessible and readable overview of the history of philadelphia from its founding by william penn to the deindustrialization and gentrification of early twentyfirst century. Historical record of permanent data sinnemahoning circuit, methodist episcopal church, 18681894.
Overall, i really enjoyed my visit to the pennsylvania lumber museum in potter county. Commonwealth of pennsylvania, department of environmental resources, topographic and geologic survey. First, philadelphias history is a story of the efforts to sustain economic prosperity while fulfilling community needs. Cameron county historical society p o box 433, emporium, pa. Do a free background check here using free online public records searches in cameron county. Emporium, the county seat, was incorporated as a borough on october, 1864. In 1806 joseph ellicott, with joseph mason for his foreman and bookkeeper, constructed a wagon road from. Lumber township is a township in cameron county, pennsylvania, united states. Some pioneers of washington county, pa a family history, 1902 by francis smith reeder. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron, and.
Story of the sinnamahone reprint story of the sinnamahone seventy six years have passed since george william huntley jr. List of pennsylvania state historical markers in cameron county. World war i draft registration cards, 19171918 cameron county source. If you need to contact me, please visit the about us link below. Department of transportation welcome to the cameron county department of transportation. Edited by saint josephs university history professor randall m.
Uncovering cameron countys amazing history at the little. County courthouse edit edit source cameron county courthouse 20 e. This is a bibliography of most of our biographical and historical volumes currently being used for transcription to our various pennsylvania counties. This week, cameron county was placed under a public health disaster declaration due to the coronavirus covid19 pandemic. Cameron county, pennsylvania, united states britannica. Cameron county genealogy project cameron county pagenweb. This is intended to be a complete list of the official state historical markers placed in. This is a list of the pennsylvania state historical markers in cameron county. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron and potter, pennsylvania. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron and potter, pennsylvania, with biographical selections. Hi and welcome to the new cameron county pennsylvania genealogy project.
Located in a depressionera schoolhouse, one of only two of its style to still exist, the museum sits a few miles outside of the tiny county seat of emporium, along a twolane road that runs through some of the states most inaccessible wilderness areas. Cameron county is one of the fastest growing areas in the country and county government is leading the way. According to my deed and the history of my house, it was built in 1928. Emporium genealogy in cameron county, pa usa 1,060,369 pennsylvania 62,615 cameron county 166 emporium 44. Easily find free criminal records, free court records, free arrest records, free arrest warrants search, free corporation records, free divorce records, free marriage records, free property records, free death records and. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron, and potter, pennsylvania. The measures are being put into effect to protect our staff and inmates. County residents formed the bucktail regiment of the pennsylvania reserve corps during the american civil war. This page primarily lists records kept at the city level. This page primarily lists records kept at the county level. A history of cameron county, pennsylvania family history library a pioneer outline history of northwestern pennsylvania. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron and potter, pennsylvania by m. Washington county, pennsylvania genealogy genealogy.
The information available on the site is here thanks to the contribution of time and resources of the many people who visit the site. Cameron countys hicks run, located off route 555 in driftwood, is but one example of the many settlements in northern pennsylvania that quickly rose and fell with the trends of industry. Cameron county genealogy project, bibliography rootsweb. Lumber township, cameron county, pennsylvania wikipedia. It does a great job showcasing an unbiased view of the history of logging and conservation in pennsylvania. History of adams county pennsylvania, part 3, including biographical sketches from history of cumberland and adams counties, pennsylvania. The cameron county press, emporium, cameron county pa february 17, 1898 last evening martha kaye socially entertained about twentyfive of her friends, in honor of harry c. My name is mike wennin and i am the host of the project. Cameron county was created on march 29, 1860, from parts of clinton, mckean, elk and potter counties and named for u. Cameron county, pennsylvania simple english wikipedia. Guide to cameron county, pennsylvania ancestry, genealogy and family history, birth. Senator simon cameron 17991889 and created on march 29, 1860. Map of cameron county, pennsylvania, with township and municipal boundaries, is taken from the us census website and modified by ruhrfisch in april 2006. Department of transportation cameron county, texas.
History of berks county in pennsylvania internet archive. This is a very trying and disruptive time in all our daily lives. Among the spurs of the alleghenies, in latitude 40 30 north, and longitude 1 15 west of washington, d. Our department includes several divisions that collectively work together in managing the efficient implementation of all planning, design, construction and maintenance of the roads, bridges, buildings, and traffic control devices within the county. There is a 2 cent stamp attached and the postmark is february 12, 1927 from jamestown, ny. From quaker rule to the devastating decline of the steel industry, pennsylvania. The cameron county historical society has served the county since 1921. Mix was born in cameron county, in mix run a few miles from the little museum just outside of driftwood, pa. History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron, and potter, pennsylvania, with biographical sketches, including their early settlement and development. We welcome you to texas most beautiful beaches, its most diverse wildlife and. The story of hicks runs fast rise and even faster fall is shared by towns all across the state. Cameron county history book cameron county pa news. The name appears to be, joseph garbof and the address is simply emporium, pa.
History of the counties of mckean, elk, cameron and potter. Over the years i have borrowed a copy from the chester co library to explore at my leisure at home. There have been many stories told about tom many false that have been written about him and some he originated himself. Additional records are listed on the county and state pages. Lumbering became a major industry in the 19th century, but manufacturing is now the main economic activity. Even if youve visited in the past, the new exhibits at this excellent museum make a. Elk county, located in the scenic allegheny mountains of northcentral pennsylvania, is named and known for the wild, freeroaming elk herd that has become a valuable source of tourism. Sportsmen are attracted to this hunting and fishing paradise, which includes the allegheny national forest and the headwaters of the susquehanna river system. To prevent the potential spread, the visitation to cameron county jail will be suspended until terminated by the office of the governor. Some of this information is held at the databoards and some is on the county pages.
Through a system of shared responsibilities, the cameron county school district will strive to prepare students to function as responsible, productive citizens in a constantly changing world. Read each book description for publication and condition details and price. Statewide collections are found on the pennsylvania histories and genealogies page. The cameron county school district is a community dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge, character, and excellence. County history and genealogy books the books in this section are all printed books most are hardbound, and are not cds or dvds. The population was 195 at the 2010 census, down from 241 at the 2000 census geography.