The above store from almost 100 years ago stood at 430 Charmont Ave. A little country store when the boro of Folcroft was just starting out.
NOTE: The Boro of Folcroft will be 100 years old soon it was incorporated in December of 1922. The boro has a historical society and I'm hoping they do a booklet on the Boro's history. Folcroft has never had a history done to my knowledge. Looking forward to the celebration. Below is the results of the boro's first election. Hard to believe the results of the voting some people not even getting 25 votes.
Thanks to all the people who went on my walking tour of Ridley Park for the Victorian Fair!! I will be doing another tour soon of Ridley Ave. in the boro. If you are interested let me know. keith106@rcn.com
CHESTER TIMES
January 18, 1923
NEW BOROUGH OF
FOLCROFT HAD LIVELY ELECTION
Voters Select J. Warner Bullen to Be Their Chief
Burgess
The
new borough of Folcroft, which was made out of the township of Darby, held its
first election for borough and school district officers on Tuesday. The election was quite interesting and there
was a spirited contest for the election of school directors in which Mrs. Daisy
W. Shaw, postmistress of Folcroft, and Mrs. Bella A. Shull were candidates
together with a number of men candidates.
The fight between the two women candidates was quite bitter, with the
result that Mrs. Shull, whose husband was also elected tax collector, succeeded
in winning for school director, Mrs. Shaw losing by a close margin.
It is
further said, that while these two women were formerly inseparable friends,
today they are not on the most friendly terms all because of the election, and
that there has already sprung up in the little borough factionalism which will
develop stronger at time grows.
The
newly-created officers will begin to function within a few days, and then the
wheels of the new municipal government is expected to give to the little
borough fine streets, good sidewalks, good school, police protection, street
light and water for fighting fires.
Indeed, it is said that the hopes of the officers elected, is to make
Folcroft the finest borough in the State.
The
election resulted the following persons being chosen. All were elected by writing their names on
the ballot, because there had been no previous nominations made:
Chief
Burgess, J. Warner Bullen who had 146 votes.
There were three other candidates who had a vote or two each.
Seven
Councilmen – Those having the highest votes are the winners: Thor Rasmussen, 126; Daniel Thompson, 127;
Stanley Haller, 143; Charles Osman, 145; Joseph Rauiston, 145; Niles Peterson,
106; Charles Greising, 135; George F. Flynn, 60; Joseph Stephenson, 10; George
McGuire, 5.
Five
school directors – E. P. Rauiston, 118; Clayton W. Higgins, 122; A. W.
Reinhold, 122; Raymond Oliphant, 95; Mrs. Bella Shull, 89; Mrs. Daisy W. Shaw,
77; Albert W. Woods, 56; J. B. Reigner, 77.
High
Constable – Paul Newburg, 28; Roger Shaw, 75.
Tax
Collector – Clarence Shull, 129. Four
other candidates opposing Mr. Shull received one or two votes each.
Assessor
– Robert Keeley, 129; J. H. Abernathy, 15.
Judge
of Election – J. H. Abernathy, 145; Inspection of Election, Raymond Rasmussen,
108; J. R. Reigner, 96.
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*Marcus Hook Pirate Festival Sep 17, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Market Square Memorial Park, 4 E Delaware St, Marcus Hook, PA 19061 The Pirate Festival includes a pirate encampment, games, food, music, pony rides, crafters, and much more. Benefits the restoration of the Plank House by the Marcus Hook Preservation Society. | | |
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*Deep Rivers Art Opening Celebration Sep 17, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, 200 W Tulpehocken St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 Linda Gail Sanders will paint an art installation that honors the achievements of 19th-century Black Americans, focusing on historical figures highlighted in the Deep Rivers tour. Garden party, interview, live music. Reservations req'd. | | |
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Guided Tour: Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church Sep 18, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Gloria Dei (Old Swede's) Church, 916 S Swanson St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 The present day church was built b/w1698 and 1700 to serve a parish of European settlers who lived along the banks of the Schuylkill and Delaware rivers. Today it serves as a link to a nearly forgotten history. Jeanette Woehr will describe the history of this church. $15 | | |
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*The Evolution of “Women’s” Art from Womanhouse to Today: A Conversation with Lucy Lippard and Harmony Hammond Sep 20, 1:00 PM Zoom- registration required Award-winning writer, art critic, curator, activist, and early champion of feminist art, Lucy Lippard, in conversation with artist and activist Harmony Hammond, whose work over the last 5 decades pioneered a visual language that confronted gender, class, and sexual orientation. | | |
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Philadelphia Chinatown: At a Crossroads Sep 20, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Zoom- registration required Philly's Chinatown, founded in 1870, is the only low-income minority community remaining in Center City. The neighborhood has persisted despite constant threats from urban renewal and redevelopment projects. The talk will cover Chinatown's history, stories of activism, and current challenges. $10-15 single session, full series tickets available $70-100 | | |
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When Patrons of Center City Preservation Branch Out Sep 22, 5:30 PM – Sep 23, 7:00 PM Zoom- registration required In this presentation, Fallon Samuels Aidoo, PhD, Assistant Professor of Real Estate Development & Historic Preservation at Tulane University School of Architecture, will examine patronage underwriting diversity and inclusion in historic preservation, past and present. $0-5 | | |
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2022 PAGP Architectural Dinner Sep 22, 5:30 PM – Sep 23, 8:30 PM Glen Foerd, 5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114 Enjoy an elegant evening that includes a seated dinner, open bar, live music, and more! The beautiful Glen Foerd mansion will be open for tours before dinner and the grounds will be available to enjoy. $275-375 | | |
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*Restoring the Iconic American Elm to Urban Landscapes- Newlin Series Sep 22, 7:00 PM Zoom- registration required Ulmus americana (American elm) was once widely planted in American cities but has been decimated by Dutch elm disease (DED). Dr. Tara Trammel, John Bartram Associate Professor of Urban Forestry at the University of Delaware, will talk about restoring DED-resistant Ulmus americana in urban landscapes | | |
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*Brandywine 2022 Sep 24, 10:00 AM – Sep 25, 4:00 PM Sandy Hollow Heritage Park, 1256 Thornbury Rd, West Chester, PA 19382 Join us for the recognition of the 245th anniversary of the Battle of Brandywine. This event on Hallowed ground, is on the actual site of the main battle combat area. See one of the largest events of its kind. See battle re-enactments, historical crafts, displays, authors, artists & local groups. | | |
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*History at Work Sept 24, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Newlin Grist Mill, 219 Cheyney Rd, Glen Mills, PA 19342
Get a closer look at trades of the eighteenth century in Newlin’s “History at Work” series. Members of Newlin Grist Mill’s staff, volunteers, and outside artisans will demonstrate their crafts and talk with visitors about how different trades and skills were integral to life in colonial Pennsylvania.
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Raymond Farm Center- Mind, Body, and Spirit Sep 24, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM Raymond Farm Center, 6355 Pidcock Creek Rd, New Hope, PA 18938 The Eden Method of The Daily Energy Workshop led by Janet Raymond, 10:30 am- 12pm Spirit in Form- Churches and Religious Structures of Antonin and Noémi Raymond - RFC Lecture by John DeFazio, 1pm-2:30pm $20, registration required | | |
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*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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