Pennsylvania History Harvest

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    In June of 1972, Sunbury held a celebration commemorating the two hundred year anniversary of the city's founding in 1772. Souvenir pieces, such as this plate and glass, were sold.
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    During the early 1900's, C. Elwood Fasold (pictured left, with his wife, Sarah, on right) practiced as an amateur photographer in Sunbury. He created a darkroom to develop his film in a closet in his house. C. Elwood Fasold's photography included portrait and post-mortem photographs of family members. He also used burning, dodging, and colorization in some of his photographs.

    Beyond his own photography, C. Elwood Fasold worked as a station master for PP & L railroad and photographer for the Pennsylvania railroad.
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    Clement (C.) Elwood Fasold, an amateur photographer, was also a station master for PP & L and photographer for the Pennsylvania railroad.

    Due to his affiliation with the railroad, the Fasold's were able to travel very often. This picture depicts Sarah (background) preparing to board a Pennsylvania Canal boat.
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    Interview with Bo Fasold conducted during the Sunbury History Harvest, April 8, 2017
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    Interview with Charles "Bo" Fasold conducted during the Sunbury History Harvest, April 8, 2017
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    This Civil War bayonet belonged to John Leister. Leister served under General George Cadwalader of Sunbury. Multiple markings can be found on the bayonet, including a factory inspector's mark.
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    John Leister used this wooden saddle during the American Civil War. The woven belly-band is intact.

    During the war, John Leister served under General George Cadwalader of Sunbury.
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    Congregation Beth-El in Sunbury was first charted in 1911. This document, dated 1919, outlines the creation of the congregation as corporation.

    The document is signed by many businessmen of the Sunbury area.
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    Interview with Donn Miller conducted during the Sunbury History Harvest, April 8, 2017
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    Interview with Donn Miller conducted during the Sunbury History Harvest, April 8, 2017
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