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[Bristol Riverside Theatre]
Opened in 1987 with the play "The Good Earth" based on the book by Pearl Buck. Louise Rainer, who won an Academy Award for her hole in the movie version in 1937, was present for the opening. -
[Bristol Waterfront on the Delaware River]
Two vertical towers on the left are at Bristol Waterworks on Radcliffe and Walnut Street. Tallest is a water pipe, lower is to carry smoke. To the left is the Elb’s Home built in 1911. Left of center is the Home (now site of the Grundy Library). On the right is a smokestack probably of standard pipe foundry just on Radcliffe Street near Monroe Street. -
[Bristol waterfront, view from Delaware River]
From left to right on Bristol’s waterfront (at the time of this photograph) are the Bristol Riverside Theater, First Service Bank, a house with law offices and ‘Bristol Pilot’ editor’s office, and Wachovia Bank (Iconic Columns). -
[Bristol Wells Fargo Bank, view from Delaware River]
The central portion was erected in 1818 as a private home by Joseph Craig. In 1833, the Farmers Bank purchased the house. In 1952, they added an extension on each side of the building. After various mergers, the bank is presently called Wells Fargo. It is Bristol’s oldest banking institution. -
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[Christmas card featuring house at 220 Radcliffe Street]
Front of card reads: "Best Christmas wishes and happiness throughout the year," with handwritten notes "Home of Thomas Scott" and "Sid + [illegible]."
This house at 220 Radcliffe Street was built in 1831 by Thomas Kennedy who was the first Superintendent of the construction of the Delaware Canal. The view of the house in this photograph is facing the Delaware River. In 1903, the house was purchased by Thomas Scott who was the Cashier of the Farmer’s National Bank next to the house. Thomas (1868-1949) became his father’s (Charles Scott 1842-1923) successor as cashier. Part of the bank parking lot is presently behind this house. -
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[Delaware House, now the King George II Inn]
Formerly called Fountain House and King George III. Located at Radcliffe and Mill Streets. -
[Dining room of Keene House (built 1816)]
Radcliffe Street opposite Dorrance Street. House replaced by the Grundy Library. -
[Dining room of Keene House (built 1816)]
Radcliffe Street opposite Dorrance Street. House replaced by Grundy Library. -
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[Drawing by W.B.R. entitled “W B. Rogers House as it was in 1860 south side"]
William B. Rogers (1840-1924). Sketch of the Rogers Homestead (off of Roger’s Road, Route 413, currently Winder Village). Four brothers in Rogers family. James and William engaged in cultivation of sage ledger books (within the Grundy Archive collections). The other two brothers Robert and Frank took over management of the grain mill (Mill Street, 400 block). -
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[Former Farmers' National Bank, now Wells Fargo (2020)]
This photograph was "compliments of Charles E. Scott who was Bank Cashier (1882-1924)." The Farmers National Bank originated in 1814 in Hulmeville, moved to Bristol in 1823 at 200 Mill Street. In 1830 the bank moved to the former house of the Craig family. Mr. Craig was a nephew of Nicholas Biddle of Andalusia in Bensalem Township. In 1952, a wing was added to each side of the building. By 2002, the name had changed to First Union. A few years later through mergers, it was known as Wachovia Bank. As of 2020, it is now Wells Fargo Bank. -
[Former home of Dr. J. de Benneville Abbott on the corner of Jefferson Avenue and Radcliffe Street]
Handwritten on back of photograph: "Jefferson Ave. Our house (side view). Abbotts."
A side view facing Jefferson Avenue is shown. Dr. Abbott was a physician, councilman, and served as Burgess 1903, 1904, 1905. -
[Former Spring Mansion (800 Radcliffe Street)]
Taken on Bristol Day 1987. -
[Fountain and benches at Radcliffe and Walnut Streets]
Fountain and benches have replaced the Elks Home (BPOE), which was removed in 1979. -
[Galzerano Funeral Home on Radcliffe Street opposite Franklin Street, next to the Bristol Water Works]
"Kathryn A. Schwartz" stamped on bottom right of the image.
The image was used for a Christmas card in 1948. -
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[Grounds of the former Bell Mansion, apartments at the time of this photograph]
On back of photograph: "Civil War Encampment."
Located at 824 Radcliffe Street. -
[Harbor Lights apartment complex under construction, Radcliffe Street]
Apartment complex called Harbor Lights is located behind brick row of houses on Radcliffe Street adjacent to Adam's Hollow Creek, opposite Lincoln Avenue and St. Mark Church. -
[Harbor Lights apartment complex, Radcliffe Street]
Apartment complex called Harbor Lights is located behind brick row of houses on Radcliffe Street, adjacent to Adam's Hollow Creek, opposite Lincoln Avenue and St. Mark Church. -
[Harbor Lights apartments, 1032 Radcliffe Street]
On the right side near the large tree is the mouth of the Adam's Hollow Creek. It was in this vicinity in the early 1800s ships were constructed. It became known as the Jones' Shipyard. During the years of operation, large schooners were built there. St. Mark's Church is in the background. -
[Harold Mitchener aboard a "Ride the Ducks" boat at the "Barbecue-on-the-River" Festival]
In May 2005, Bristol Lions sponsored "Barbecue-on-the-River," a two-day event that brought thousands to town. With it were "Duck" rides: a vehicle that is also amphibious. Historical commentary was provided by Harold Mitchener and Alan Vogenberg. -
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[Home of Dr. Paul McIlvaine, Bristol physician for 51 years retiring in 2004]
The house in the Pine Grove section sits on an acre of land. -
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[House formerly belonging to Thomas Cooper, Radcliffe Street, under demolition]
This house was built shortly after 1813. Thomas Cooper, a well-known English actor, won the house in a card game from a Philadelphia man while playing cards in Paris. Cooper's daughter Priscilla, also an actress, married Robert Tyler. Tyler was a son of President John Tyler. The house just north of Cooper's home was built by Cooper for his children and governess. -
[House formerly belonging to Thomas Cooper, Radcliffe Street, under demolition]
This house was built shortly after 1813. Thomas Cooper, a well-known English actor, won the house in a card game from a Philadelphia man while playing cards in Paris. Cooper's daughter Priscilla, also an actress, married Robert Tyler. Tyler was a son of President John Tyler. The house just north of Cooper's home was built by Cooper for his children and governess. -
[House formerly belonging to Thomas Cooper, Radcliffe Street, under demolition]
This house was built shortly after 1813. Thomas Cooper, a well-known English actor, won the house in a card game from a Philadelphia man while playing cards in Paris. Cooper's daughter Priscilla, also an actress, married Robert Tyler. Tyler was a son of President John Tyler. The house just north of Cooper's home was built by Cooper for his children and governess. -
[House located at 825 Radcliffe Street]
A three story wood frame house. -
[Inside the Farmer’s National Bank at 244 Radcliffe Street]
The bank occupied the building in 1833. The building was erected in 1818 as a private home.
Pictured third from left is Thomas Scott, assistant cashier. His father Charles Scott had been cashier for 41 years (1883-1922). Thomas Scott was elected cashier in 1924 following the death of his father. Others unidentified. -
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