Cambria county archives storeys history of cambria county. Cambria county is a fourth class county in the state of pennsylvania with a population of approximately 143,728 residents census, 2011. Learn more about state of pennsylvania court, tax, land and probate records. There are 63 municipalities within the county consisting of 32 boroughs, 30 townships and the city of johnstown. History of the great flood in johnstown, pa, may 31, 1889 by which ten thousand lives were lost, by j.
History of cambria county, pennsylvania database online. This page primarily lists records kept at the county level. Cambria county school yearbook community architect. It was named for the nation of wales, which in latin is known as cambria.
Visit my website, cambria ancestry, or send a sase for free brochure. Cambria county, pennsylvania public records directory. A directory of libraries throughout the world periodical source index search cambria county, pennsylvania source. Northern cambria is not only the upper region ofcambria county, it is also the new name of twocenturyold villages, barnesboro and spangler, that havemerged to become a millennium entity. Spangler cambria county pa pennsylvania coal mine explosion 1922 old newspaper. Everyday discount prices and great customer service. We regret to inform you that the 2020 annual cambria county fire school scheduled for april 2020 has been cancelled. Cambria county, pennsylvania public records directory quickly find public record sources in the largest human edited public record directory. Map, pennsylvania, cambria county the library of congress. History of cambria county, pennsylvania, volume 3 history of cambria county, pennsylvania, henry wilson storey issue 66 of pennsylvania county and regional histories. A history of cambria county and its people is an essential part of the. A public library was established in johnstown in 1870.
Cambria county, pennsylvania cambria county polozaj okruga u saveznoj drzavi pensilvanija. To preserve and promote the history of cambria county through its museum collections, library, and archives. Genealogy publisher new york, chicago, the lewis publishing company. Maps in this atlas contain names of the property owners. Genealogy publisher new york, chicago, the lewis publishing company collection newyorkpubliclibrary. Refunds will be issued, we will either send back your original submitted checks or issue you a check if you paid online or we already deposited your payment. You may need to allow popups if a link does not open. Gable photos below historical publishing company topeka indianapolis 1926 cambria county pa history and biography books photos, list of names and chapters below this 2 book set is a must for any cambria county pennsylvania history enthusiasist.
On february 7, 1925, six prominent citizens of cambria county pennsylvania. Three notable more or less contemporary books about the johnstown flood were rushed into print soon after the disaster, of which two appear on this cdrom. History of cambria county pennsylvania by henry wilson story, the lewis publishing company, new york chicago. Pennsylvania county histories and pennsylvania biographies. Pennsylvania biography genealogy familysearch wiki. Citizens relief committee 2 swank, james moore, 18321914 2 american society of civil engineers 1 augustinian historical institute 1 bailie, duke 1 bartock, jack 1 barton, clara, 18211912 1 beale, david j. Find my past reference and genealogy services cambria county library. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. They had early purchased of the proprietary in england forty thousand acres of land. Dec 07, 2019 cambria county jail, ebensburg, pennsylvania.
In september 1971, cambria county library moved to its present location in the newly constructed david a. Northern cambria white pages phone books in pennsylvania. Are you a subscriber to the cambria county mailing list. Cambria county, pa map of cities in cambria county, pa. The county was created on march 26, 1804, from parts of bedford, huntingdon, and somerset counties and later organized in 1807. Place, 1890, by john james mclaurin page images at hathitrust. History of cambria county, pennsylvania volume 1 by henry.
Johnstown, pennsylvania was originally formed as a town in 1800. We have a research library that includes town histories, surname files, obituarymarriage indexes, and much more. People of all times and places who have been important to the history and life of the state. With genealogical memoirs general campbell was absent from his command but three weeks when, in february, 1864, he was detailed by the secretary of war to serve upon a court of inquiry at wheeling, west virginia, and with that single exception was with his command in every engagement in which his regiment or. The recorder of deeds office provides handson access to cambria countys land records. No recent searches yet, but as soon as you have some, well display them here. Cambria county library johnstown, pa history books. If you wish, indepth requests may be sent to a local genealogy researcher. Statewide collections are found on the pennsylvania military records page. I teach genealogy classes, receive assignments tracinglocating missing heirs having cambria county roots, etc. In 1892, the library moved to a new carnegie building where it remained for the next 79 years. Godfrey wilmore, a former slave from maryland, is reported to have founded the community. A countywide directory for cambria county is available for the year 1896. Cambria county schools gallitzin joint high school.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. Don varner host of the following cambria county genealogy history web pages. With great amenities and rooms for every budget, compare and book your northern cambria hotel today. Not a problem, send us a research request also posted below and we will do the research for you. Check out the cambria county, pennsylvania mailing lists web page provided by rootsweb for instructions on subscribing and unsubscribing. Oakland is a censusdesignated place cdp in stonycreek township, cambria county, pennsylvania, united states. Vehicle emissions inspections are part of pennsylvanias plan to clean the air and keep it clean in the future. Extremely familiar with local biographical history books and johnstown floods. Book now with choice hotels in northern cambria, pa. For the names of residents living in the dwellings in many counties, consult atlases published by either directory service company or farm and home publishers when available in the database. Johnstown pennsylvania family history center source.
For a full list of all published atlases of this area, browse the collection by state. Biographical and portrait cyclopedia of cambria county, pennsylvania, comprising. After its acquisition by william penn it was at peace with the red man for a. Welcome to our cambria county family history research page. Usa 1,015,348 pennsylvania 60,654 pennsylvania military records 1,118 cambria county military records 21 note.
The city has experienced three major floods throughout its history and later became the site. Search the history of over 424 billion web pages on the internet. History of cambria county, pennsylvania, volume 3 storey, henry wilson on. Ensley, 2 books dave huber, 1 book miller, jim, 1 book betty j. This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. Located high in the allegheny mountains of westernpennsylvania, the region. From eastern pennsylvania and maryland to clarion, cambria, armstrong, and westmoreland counties, pa. History of cambria county, pennsylvania book, 1926. Cambria county archives storeys history of cambria county vol. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Cambria was attached to somerset county until 1807.
Search our online phone book to find phone numbers, addresses, and more. A history of cambria county and its people is an essential part of the progress of civilization in our country for two hundred and twentyfive years. Business history pennsylvaniajohnstown cambria county a short document containing business summaries as well as a short history of the city of johnstown, 1856. The city has experienced three major floods throughout its history and later became the site of the cambria iron company. Adams allegheny barr blacklick cambria chest clearfield conemaugh cresson croyle dean east carroll east taylor elder gallitzin jackson loweryoder middletaylor munster portage reade richland stonycreek summerhill susquehanna upperyoder washington. Also on this web page are links to search or browse the mailing list archives. Cambria county vital records can be found at the pennsylvania office of vital records has copies of birth and death records since 1906 and death records. Reference department 248 main street johnstown, pa 15901. History of cambria county, pennsylvania book, 1999. Film crews for a cable television show featuring haunted locations across the country were in ebensburg this week, producing an episode starring the old cambria county prison. A great deal has been done to improve air quality in pennsylvania. Ghost hunters film episode at old cambria county prison. Cambria volunteer fire association cambria county and vacinity. History of cambria county, pennsylvania, volume 2 storey, henry wilson on.
Here youll find record collections, history, and genealogy resources to help you trace your cambria county ancestors. Families in cambria county, pennsylvania, associated with mcgoughs from harford county, marylandburke, dempsey, dimond, mcconnell, mcguire, plummer, skelly by hugh mcgough this page is a potpourri of genealogical information that i have stumbled across while looking into the relationships among the several families mentioned on this page. The cambria county courthouse is located in ebensburg, pennsylvania. Linkpendium s goal is to index every genealogy, geneology.
After its acquisition by william penn it was at peace with the red man for a period of seventy years, followed by thirty years of cruel barbarism. Get instant criminal history, financial history, addresses and contact info. Pennsylvania county histories census wills deeds genealogy. Our mission is to preserve and promote the history of cambria county through its museum collections, library, and archives.
Our genealogy and reference services research policy professional librarians provide reference assistance to patrons in the library and quick reference assistance over the phone. This work was reproduced from the original artifact. Cambria county census transcribed by george taylor. History of cambria county, pennsylvania by storey, henry wilson. Page 27 that it be recommended to the respective assemblies and conventions of the united colonies, where no government sufficient to the exigencies of their affairs has been hitherto established, to adopt such government as shall in the opinion of the representatives of the people, best conduce to the happiness and safety of their constituents in particular, and america in general. To update or add your information to this page use this link to.
Where can find cambria county birth, marriage, divorce and death records. Cambria county, pennsylvania willbook index, 18041900. You must be a subscriber to submit messages but subscribing is free. Help keep people safe in their communities and on pennsylvanias roads. Of special interest are books on the subjects of indiansarchaeology, local history, industry, wars cambria county residents participated in, and admiral peary who was from this region. Free family records for researching ancestry in pennsylvania. History of cambria county, pennsylvania illustrated vol i and ii by john e. There is a transcription, with images of each book page at the cambria county web site at. We record properly executed real estate documents and process them to make them available for viewing. Search usa pennsylvania cambria county cambria county. Guide to cambria county, pennsylvania ancestry, genealogy and family history, birth records, marriage records, death records, census records, family history, and military records. Those who came, at present, took up so much of it, on the west side of.
Find property records, vital records, inmate and court records, professional and business licenses, contractor licenses and much more. It is bordered on the west by the city of johnstown and on the south by the boroughs of lorain and geistown. Genealogy and reference services at the cambria county library. Sep 07, 2017 henry wilson storey also notes in his book, history of cambria county that while these were the principal tribes, indians from most of the regional tribes could be found in the area although not in any great numbers. Part of the historical collections of the state of pennsylvania, a document created by sherman day on the topographical description of cambria county, 1843. History of cambria county, pennsylvania volume 3 by henry wilson storey new. With your requests for research, please include a check payable to the cambria county library, or call us at 81453651, ext. Mulhollen, 1 book henry wilson storey, 1 book des warzel, 1 book myrna h. On february 7, 1925, six prominent citizens of cambria county pennsylvania associated themselves together for the purpose of organizing the cambria county historical society.
Flood finance committee 2 pennsylvania johnstown flood relief commission 2 pittsburgh pa. Slick, 1 book mariana griswold van rensselaer, 1 book t. Cambria county jail ebensburg, pennsylvania landmark. Cambria county archives storeys history of cambria. Excerpt from history of cambria county, pennsylvania, vol. Includes text, street index, municipal directory, 2 location maps insets, and indexed advertisements. We also assist the public in finding information, and we provide services within the office to inform and assist lending institutions and attorneys offices. Page 17 among those adventurers and settlers, who arrived about this time, were also many from wales, of those who are called ancient britons, and mostly quakers, divers of whom were of the original or early stock of that society there.
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