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Springfield Township Historical Society Gulielma Maria Penn's Mannor of Springfield Historical Society. Preserving Springfield’s Past for the Future. Open Wednesday 1-5, Saturday 9-12.

Over 8,000 housed at the historic Black Horse Inn 1432 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown. Welcome to present day Gulielma Maria Penn's Mannor of Springfield. The Springfield Township Historical Society was organized in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania in 1985 with the purpose of researching and preserving the history of Springfield Township and educating the general public as to this history. Specifically our focus is to: Research, collect, make available, and preserve materials pertaining to the township's history. Maintain a record of the historically significant buildings.Document the local history of individuals, families, businesses, institutions, or other entities of value. Work toward the preservation of buildings of architectural and historic merit. Endeavor to certify historic properties through the State and/or National Register programs. Identify those persons who have significantly contributed to the township's history. Present programs of historic significance to the public.

HARPER, WILLIAM WARNER, proprietor of Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill, Pa.; born April 28, 1867, Philadelphia, Educated...
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HARPER, WILLIAM WARNER, proprietor of Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill, Pa.; born April 28, 1867, Philadelphia, Educated in public schools of Philadelphia, Career, Director
National Bank of Germantown and Pelham Trust Co; President Board of Commissioners, Montgomery County, PA; Member Board of County Commissioners Montgomery County; member of Fuel Commission of Montgomery County and National Defense Committee. Republican. Member Racquet Club, Philadelphia Cricket, Whitemarsh and Plymouth Country Clubs. Residence, Springfield Township, Montgomery County, Pa. Business address, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Pa.
Who's who in Philadelphia. (1925). (n.p.): (n.p.).

Winona Republican-Herald, 24 January 1940"Best Care for Bulls, Calf The test tube calf (upper photo) was born in Pennsyl...
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Winona Republican-Herald, 24 January 1940
"Best Care for Bulls, Calf The test tube calf (upper photo) was born in Pennsylvania, and is shown being examined by Dr. Alfred Kissileff, Flourtown_, Pa., veterinarian. Lower photo shows herd sires used in artificial breeding getting forced exercise. A motor keeps the outrigger arrangements, resembling a clothes drier, turning around and leading the bulls by their nose-ring chains. The bulls exercise twice a day, half an hour at a time, and are led at the rate of two miles an hour."

Staunton Daily News, Volume 2, Number 42, 21 September 1892
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Staunton Daily News, Volume 2, Number 42, 21 September 1892

Christian Observer, Volume 39, Number 11, 15 March 1860REVIVAL AT FLOURTOWN.We rejoice to learn that Rev. A. J. Snydner,...
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Christian Observer, Volume 39, Number 11, 15 March 1860
REVIVAL AT FLOURTOWN.
We rejoice to learn that Rev. A. J. Snydner, the young brother, who has charge of the congregations of Flourtown and Jeffersonville, is permitted to gather the first fruits of a spiritual harvest in the field he occupies.

Oreland Bus Called Peril To ChildrenThe Philadelphia Inquirer Wed, Jul 27, 1949 ·Page 29
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Oreland Bus Called Peril To Children
The Philadelphia Inquirer Wed, Jul 27, 1949 ·Page 29

Navy Arrives Here Tonight, Will Go on to Oreland Retreat The Philadelphia Inquirer Thu, Nov 29, 1934 ·Page 24
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Navy Arrives Here Tonight, Will Go on to Oreland Retreat The Philadelphia Inquirer Thu, Nov 29, 1934 ·Page 24

P. R. T. WANTS TO TAKE OFF ERDENHEIM ROUTEThe Reporter Fri, Feb 11, 1927 ·Page 3
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P. R. T. WANTS TO TAKE OFF ERDENHEIM ROUTE
The Reporter Fri, Feb 11, 1927 ·Page 3

The Philadelphia Inquirer Fri, Nov 16, 1951 ·Page 60
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Fri, Nov 16, 1951 ·Page 60

The Philadelphia Inquirer Sun, Jun 13, 1909 ·Page 45
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The Philadelphia Inquirer Sun, Jun 13, 1909 ·Page 45

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1432 Bethlehem Pike
Flourtown, PA
19031

Opening Hours

Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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(215) 233-4600

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