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I've been editor of the York (Pa.) Daily Record/Sunday News for 8 years and managing editor of the newspaper for 15 years before that. So, York Town Square explores the rapidly changing world of journalism. And I studied York/Adams' history in graduate school, have written six books about these fascinating southcentral Pennsylvania counties and serve on the York County (Pa.) Heritage Trust board. So, this blog deals with regional history. Often, journalism and history meet here. They're part of a continuum anyway. My hope is that this site intrigues readers on both accounts in giving a daily dose of journalism/history. Or history/journalism. Contact me at jem@ydr.com or become friends on Facebook or follower on Twitter, @JamesMcClure.
Monthly Archives: June 2007
Deadly York fire: ‘There never was a more horrible one’
Harry Saltzgiver, Lewis Strubinger and Horace Strine were killed April 6, 1904, in a fire that destroyed an industrial building in York. This image appeared in the book ‘History of the York Fire Department 1776-1976.’ Also of interest: Photo of … Continue reading
TV producer looking for York County’s heart and soul
Christopher Cassel is a York College alumnus, class of 1998, who produces and directs documentaries. He’s working on a pilot for a Hallmark Channel series called “Only in America” and is considering York as a location. He’s looking for information, … Continue reading
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Truck plows into York, Pa.’s Plough (Tavern)
Jennifer Hall, of the York County Heritage Trust, takes photos of the damage inside the Golden Plough Tavern after a truck crashed into the front of the building, dating from the 1740s. Click on following background posts: Of bars, beds, … Continue reading
In York, Pa.’s, Elmwood Mansion: ‘… A shadowy figure of a hoop-skirted woman…’
Richard Kraus said he misses the sounds and smells of his old home, especially the creosote odor from the fireplace. He was surprised to learn it’s still there. First comes a longtime resident of the Elmwood Mansion telling credible stories … Continue reading
Add another to list of entertainers with York links
Greg Vojtanek, marketing manager for the York Revs, is bringing Hollywood experience to make each home game an event. Vojtanek appeared in “Princess Diaries II,” as George, the lip reader. He was also in a deleted scene (available on DVD) … Continue reading
Baseball’s Methuselah played for White Roses
Thomas E. “Lefty” George is captured in this 1955 cartoon, appearing in Jim Hubley’s book “Off The Record.” Brooks Robinson was in York County for a cup of tea before going to the O’s, but George captivated local fans with … Continue reading
Where the Civil War and York, Pa., baseball meet
While checking out Patriot Days activities at York County Heritage Trust on June 22-23, look for the case exhibit on the York White Roses. …
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Declaration signer would have loved a good York ballgame
Lt. Col. Phil Aubel of York stretches out the center of the American flag on display Friday night in center field at Sovereign Bank Stadium. The York Revolution’s new ball park is full of connections to the American Revolution. To … Continue reading
