The cover of the new booklet on the history of Ridley Creek State Park. About 5 months ago Jack Miller, president of Friends of Ridley Creek State Park asked me to write a little booklet on the 50th Anniversary of the park's opening. The booklet could not have been done without Jack Miller's assistance. Jack knows everything about the park!! The book will go on sale Tuesday!!
NOTE: The park property was purchased in late 1966 by the state of Penna. The park had been the estate of Walter Jeffords since the 1920's. Samuel Riddle's niece married Jeffords and Riddle bought numerous farms and gave them to Jeffords as a wedding gift. Jeffords also added to the property of some 2000 acres.
CHESTER TIMES
November 14, 1911
LARGE
REAL ESTATE SALE IN THE COUNTY
Three Large Farms in Edgmont Township Disposed
of to Samuel Riddle
One of
the largest sales of real estate to one individual buyer that has been recorded
in Delaware County in years took place when George T. Butler, representing
Samuel Riddle of Glen Riddle, purchased three farms, 430 acres in all, in
Edgmont Township. Benjamin T. Levis of
Media, acted as broker in the sale.
The
three farms, which are located on the highest point in Delaware County,
commanding sweeping views in all directions, were owned by the following: James Patchel estate, 147 acres; Edgar C.
Howard, 112 acres; William J. Neal, 170 acres.
The consideration is withheld with the exception of that on the Patchel
property, which sold for $11,019. The
new owner will transform his new holdings into a spacious estate, on which it
is expected that he will erect a home in Hunting Hill in the near future. For years the three farms have been the scene
of many an exciting finish of the Rose Tree, Radnor and West Chester Fox
Hunting Clubs, which used them as their hunting territory.
George
Addis, of Knowlton, has sold his farm of seven acres to Thomas W. Redding of
Chester, who will move into his new place in the early spring.
Acting
as broker, Benjamin T. Levis sold the brick dwelling and two acres of ground at
Upland belonging to I.M. Hidgskinson to Louis Sapovits of Chester.
In
Glenolden J.W. Meckert & Co. started the erection of a bungalow on
Glenolden Avenue, near the Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington Railroad
station, for W.H. Harrison.
Ground
has been broken by Milton L. Staley for a residence for John D. Abel of
Philadelphia on Cook’s Avenue, near Chester Pike, Glenolden, who will occupy it
when finished.
Workmen
are putting on the finishing touches on the Twentieth Century Club at
Lansdowne, which will probably be completed within a few days.
The
residence of Harry Stewart, Windemer Avenue, Lansdowne, which is being changed
from a single to a double house, is almost completed.
J.W. Meckert
& Company of Ridley Park, have obtained the contract to erect a stone and
framed dwelling house for J.H. Parsons on Park Street, above Morton Avenue,
Ridley Park.
Mr. and
Mrs. Shoemaker of East Lansdowne are negotiating for a suitable site in East
Lansdowne, on which they will erect a home, probably early next spring.
The
estate of Charles Leeds at Ridley Park, about 120 acres in all, it is said, has
been purchased by a syndicate. The tract
will be divided into building lots. The
property is located between Chester Pike and Darby Creek, on which place it has
a frontage of more than 2000 feet.
Elmer
Ellsworth Pierce has closed negotiations for the sale of the M.H. Matlack Stock
Farm in Willistown Township, south of Paoli.
The purchasers are William H. Jones & Brother of Sixty-Ninth
Street. The consideration has not been
disclosed.
The
Matlack farm contains 240 acres with Ridley Creek flowing through it. It has a frontage of over 3000 feet along the
West Chester and Philadelphia trolley road, and is known as one of the show
places along the pike between West Chester and Philadelphia. The farm has been retained in the Matlack
family for the past eight years, having been purchased by Jonathan Matlack in
1829. There is much activity in farm
sales in this section, over 600 acres having changed hands within the past
ninety days.
Happy Delaware County History Month! Celebrate Delaware County history with these great events Read the announcements below for important information |
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September Events *Upper Darby International Festival Sep 24, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Five Points Intersection, 100 Garrett Rd, Upper Darby, PA 19082 The event will be held in the area around the 100 unit block of Garrett Road, including the Five Points intersection, which will be limited to pedestrian traffic to accommodate the Festival with food vendors, children’s activities, and live music and cultural performances. | | |
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*Genealogy Workshop Sep 26, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Middletown Free Library, 464 S Old Middletown Rd, Media, PA 19063 Come learn about Genealogy or get help with your current research! Feel free to bring your own laptop/tablet, but we do have a few to borrow. | | |
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PastForward Online 2022 Nov 01, 9:00 AM – Nov 04, 5:00 PM Online- registration required Annual conference of National Trust for Historic Preservation. We'll be exploring three themes: Historic Preservation is Climate Action, Encouraging Inclusion and Diversity Through Preservation and Understanding Preservation’s Role in Real Estate Development. $90+, early bird before 9/26 | | |
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Henry Disston & The Development of Tacony Sep 27, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Zoom- registration required This talk will trace the development of the Tacony neighborhood of Northeast Philadelphia. This planned community included housing, religious institutions, social organizations, and commercial developments. $10-15 single session, full series tickets available $70-100 | | |
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Dendrochronology Lecture & Pizza at the Homestead Sep 28, 5:30 PM Historic Rittenhousetown Homestead, 208 Lincoln Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19144 This presentation will explore the science of dendrochronology (tree ring dating) and its applied use for dating and interpreting historic structures. Talk- $12. Handmade pizza from bakehouse & talk- $30. | | |
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*Civil War Series at the Finley House Sep 28, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Finley House, 113 W Beechtree Ln, Wayne, PA 19087 Join Jim Segrave-Daly for a 4-week series discussing the Civil War in American history. From its causes & consequences to the almost-mythical figures involved, the Civil War's effects are still being felt today. Learn why it took a catastrophic event to remake America in "a new birth of freedom." | | |
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*Summer Series at Glen Foerd Sep 29, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114 Food from El Tlaloc Food Truck, music by The West Philadelphia Orchestra, lawn games, and teaching artist Jihan Thomas will be creating art inspired by the grounds with visitors. Self-guided tours of house and gardens. Donations welcome. Registration required. | | |
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*NGM Harvest Festival: Food Traditions Past and Present Oct 01, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Newlin Grist Mill, 219 Cheyney Rd, Glen Mills, PA 19342 A local favorite, this event provides fun for the whole family! This year’s festival will feature a wide variety of historic skills and trades demonstrations. New this year, contemporary artisans who maintain these food traditions today will showcase their products. Parking $5/car. | | |
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Archaeology Festival- spaces available If you are in a historic organization in Delaware County and you are interested in having a table at the Newlin Grist Mill Archaeology Festival on Sept 10, please email cliffordk@co.delaware.pa.us to register. Tables and chairs will not be provided. Setup is 8 am. Please email by Sept 7. Historic Preservation Directory of Trades and Services update The Heritage Commission of Delaware County created a Directory of Trades and Services in 2018 for the seminar on historic building maintenance. We are looking to update the directory, so if you have recommendations, please email Kate at cliffordk@co.delaware.pa.us. We are looking to include products as well. America 250 PA Delco America250PADelco is an official partner to America250PA. Help celebrate over 250 years of American history in Delaware County! The America250PADelco committee is an official county partner to America250PA, and is looking for organizations and individuals to help commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Our mission is to engage all Delaware County residents in the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by providing and supporting experiences, now through 2026, that ignite imaginations, elevate diverse stories, inspire service, and highlight the American founding and 250 years of American history through Delco’s unique lens. Follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram Website Email: info@america250padelco.org |
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