Only in York County readers talk about the name of a grocery store on East Market Street, in the strip mall that also had a Grant’s store and later held Danskin, most agreeing it was a Super Thrift.
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Only in York County readers talk about Dick’s Dam in Adams County, PA; a trucking company and grocery store in Springettsbury Township, PA; and an area called “Devil Hole.”
Only in York County readers share their memories of the Dover area, the Willis House in Manchester Township and more.
Only in York County readers share their memories of the former Playland motel, swimming pool and roller rink, as well as the Mount Rose area.
Two Ask Joan readers shared letters about former restaurants at the same Springettsbury Township, PA, location – Avalong’s and Rutter’s.
Only in York County readers recall Valley View Park, the Prairie Pals, Happy Johnny and his Gang and many other York County, PA, musical memories.
Readers share memories of “Shorty” and “Sallie” Fincher and “Slim” and “Ginger” Novin, all part of musical acts at Valley View Park in Hellam Township in the 1940s and 1950s, including their given names and some history of the park.
Only in York County readers share memories of Farquhar Park, Avalong’s, the Christmas steam whistle concert, Gingerich’s Menswear and more.
Only in York County readers share a VBS photo from the 1940s, talk about a May Day song and game, and seek information on airmail delivery in York in the 1940s.
An Only in York County reader shares memories of the former Avalong Dairy Bar in Springettsbury Township, and other readers follow up on questions about former Hanover businesses.