Reader Norma J. Shue provided some information on local artist Ernst Zimmerman (1870-1944), whose large portfolio of nature scenes and other paintings is recognizable to many in the area.
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Only in York County readers share memories of Carl’s Newsstand, piano lessons and interesting Pennsylvania Dutch pronunciations. Plus, find out a bit about Swords Bros. photo studios.
Only in York County readers seek information on the White Rose Bottling Works of York, Pa., and share memories of shopping in downtown York in the past.
Only in York County readers share memories of York’s Central Elementary School and wonder about the former West Manchester Mall before the Walmart.
Readers of Only in York County are wondering about a dentist possibly named Dr. Doctor, a former yarn shop on Belmont Street, and “The Stocking Lady,” a World War II-era entreprenuer.
Only in York County readers remember the former Anstine Hotel, Bierman’s restaurant and Yankee Super Thrift grocery store.
Readers of Only in York County talk about the former Quickel’s Pharmacy, Jacks and Gingerich’s stores, and a reader named Joan Posey.
Only in York County author shares how she met fellow Yorkers on a distant cruise ship, and readers share memories of the J.S. Hershey Baking Co., Sitler’s dress shop, LoPiccolo’s restaurant and more.
Readers of Only in York County share their memories of Silco Cut Price Stores, Shive’s Furniture Store and other former businesses in downtown York, Pa., as well as a recipe for Pennsylvania Dutch apie or A.P. or apeas cake.
Only in York County readers share memories of Snyder’s Super Thrift and information on former store owner H.H. Haugh and want to know more about York Safe and Lock making hog troughs.