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[This is the canal that was dug from Bristol to Easton (60 miles) starting in 1831]
The canal closed to barges October 1931. This image is after the canal was no longer in use. -
[St. Mark School, view from the Delaware River]
A home originally built on this site in 1800 remained until 1970. When it was removed to construct the school, some family names associated with the house were Wood, Montgomery, and Landreth. The school relocated there from the 600 block of Radcliffe Street in 1972. To the right is a red brick structure which is part of Harbor Lights Apartments. The building on the left is Wade Funeral Home. -
[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. -
[On this lot once stood a home built in 1800, view from the Delaware River]
In 1933, Bristol physician H. Doyle Webb purchased the house and lived there until his death in 1952. Later, it was destroyed by fire. The ruins were removed and two dwellings were built in the late 1900s. -
[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. -
[Anchor Yacht Club, 1232 ½ Pine Grove Street]
Founded in 1906. Ducks use club’s ramp for access to the river. -
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[Riverfront North "The Villas at Riverview," under construction]
Fifty six residences constructed for property owners 55 and older. Seabird Drive is the address of the complex. The street takes its meaning form one of the airplane models formerly constructed on the site. During the twentieth century three major industries occupied this land: 1907-1916: Standard Cast Iron Pipe Foundry. During World War I: Merchant Shipyard. 1920-1962: Several aircraft factories including Huff Deland, Keystone, Fleetwing, and Kaiser Fleetwing. At the opposite end of the property was the building number 13 constructed for the shipyard, later used by Manhattan Soap, Purex Soap, and Dial Soap which closed December 2000. -
[Riverfront North "The Villas at Riverview," under construction]
Fifty six residences constructed for property owners 55 and older. Seabird Drive is the address of the complex. The street takes its meaning form one of the airplane models formerly constructed on the site. During the twentieth century three major industries occupied this land: 1907-1916: Standard Cast Iron Pipe Foundry. During World War I: Merchant Shipyard. 1920-1962: Several aircraft factories including Huff Deland, Keystone, Fleetwing, and Kaiser Fleetwing. At the opposite end of the property was the building number 13 constructed for the shipyard, later used by Manhattan Soap, Purex Soap, and Dial Soap which closed December 2000. -
[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. -
[Keim House, Radcliffe Street]
This home was built in 1800. Several families owned the house including the Keim, Abbott and Webb. A fire destroyed the house and it was removed. The lot was subdivided and two new homes were erected in the 1900s. The person who donated the photographs had identified it as the "Keim Place." The photographs show part of the house from the street and from the Delaware River. -
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[This is part of the front lawn of a home built in 1800 by John Burroughs, purchased by Mary Klein in 1867 and sold to Dr. H. Doyle Webb in 1926]
The house eventually burned in a fire. To the left is the home of the Ratini family at 920 Radcliffe Street. The stone posts from the driveway are visible across the street (left) is a house built by John Reed in 1816. The last use of that house until its conversion to three condominiums, was the convent home for the sisters of St. Mark School. With the renewal of the original burned house, the lot was divided and two houses were constructed. -
[1939 parade going north on Radcliffe Street at Walnut Street]
From left to right, buildings: Elks Headquarters (1911-1979), Dr. Flood’s dental office, and former home of Dr. Fox, owner of Bristol General Hospital. Parade was celebrating George Washington’s birthday. -
[A bench in the snow on Radcliffe Street looking north]
Handwritten on back of photograph: "Old apple tree on Mr. Daniel Keim home in Bristol. Home of Joseph Keim in distance."
In the middle of the street are trolley tracks. This trolley ran from Philadelphia/Bensalem to Morrisville. The trolley was built circa 1900 and ceased operation when buses took over the route in 1932. On the left is the Town Hall that was built in 1831. It was in the middle of Market Street facing Radcliffe Street. The building was demolished in 1938. On the right is a hotel called the Delaware House (1765). It is presently called the King George II Inn. On the left in the foreground is the Coleman House Hotel. -
[Trolley line to Doylestown taken at Bath Street and Otter Street in front of Clossen Hotel]
Line charted in 1895 at Newtown. Line reached Bristol in 1899 and closed operations about 1932. -
[824 Radcliffe Street opposite Lafayette Street]
Building of the house was started in 1872. The Bell family, who were Quakers, lived there until 1998. It was then divided into apartments. The house is known for its stained glass windows. -
"Home of Stanford K. Runyan, Number 910 Radcliffe St., Bristol, PA"
"This is the oldest house on Radcliffe Street. It was remodeled in 1811 by John Reed." -
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[One of four houses build in the 600 block of Radcliffe Street opposite the Grundy Museum and the Margaret R. Grundy Memorial Library]
Previously it was the site of St. Mark School. -
[910 Radcliffe Street]
Built before the American Revolutionary War, it was remodeled in 1811 by John Reed. The portion on the left was the original section and it is considered the oldest private dwelling on Radcliffe Street. -
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Postcard: "View on River Front, Bristol, Pa."
Inscription on back of postcard reads: "Where we learned to swim." -
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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. -
[Bell Home located at 824 Radcliffe Street]
The house was built between 1872-1889. It was once covered with ivy. When the ivy was removed it had grey paint placed over the bricks. In 1980 they decided to remove the grey paint and restore the house to its original appearance. -
[824 Radcliffe Street in winter]
Restored Bell House at 824 Radcliffe Street showing the restored appearance when the grey paint had been removed in 1982. -
"Old Bell Homestead, 824 Radcliffe St., Bristol, Bucks Co., Penna."
Old Bell Homestead located at 824 Radcliffe Street. Building started in 1872. The Bell family completed it in 1889. It is now divided into apartments. The house is known for its stained glass windows. The Bell family was very active in the Bristol Friends Meeting. -
[House located at 825 Radcliffe Street]
A three story wood frame house. -
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[910 Radcliffe Street]
Built before the Revolutionary War. It was remodeled in 1811 by John [Reed]. The portion to the left is considered the oldest private dwelling on Radcliffe Street. -
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[801 Radcliffe Street, view from Delaware River]
This house was originally constructed in 1821 by actor Thomas Cooper as a residence for his children and their governess. The Coopers lived in an adjacent house connected by a covered walkway. The house was later remodeled by Louis Spring who was General Manager of the Grundy Mill. -
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[Parking lot of the Grundy Library at 680 Radcliffe Street]
The library opened in 1966. On this side at Dorrance and Radcliffe Street was the former site of the Bristol Free Library. Mary A. Wilkinson was the last librarian at that location. The portion of the building towards Cedar Street was used by the Red Cross. Joseph R. Grundy had the building erected circa 1917 as a community house. -
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Postcard: "View of Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA."
Trolley stopped at Jefferson Avenue intersection. Trolley ran from Philadelphia to Trenton via Bristol, 1900-1932. -
[Former Spring Mansion (800 Radcliffe Street)]
Taken on Bristol Day 1987. -
