The Story Of Lancaster, Old And New

The Story Of Lancaster, Old And New: Being A Narrative History Of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, From 1730 To The Centennial Year, 1918 (1917) by William Riddle is a comprehensive historical account of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The book provides a detailed narrative of the city's development from its founding in 1730 up until the centennial year of 1918. It covers a wide range of topics, including the city's early settlers, its role in the American Revolution, its growth as a center of industry and commerce, and its cultural and social history. The author draws on a variety of sources to provide a rich and detailed portrait of Lancaster, including historical records, personal accounts, and contemporary news reports. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and the broader history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.