The History of Silver Lake
Discover the untold story of York County’s Silver Lake in this captivating narrative journey. While searching through old county archives, the authors realized there was no formal account of Silver Lake’s centuries-long history, and that the local lore was often strikingly different from the historical facts. With a sense of urgency spurred by the advancing age of firsthand witnesses, they embarked on a quest to recover historical evidence and weave together a compelling tale of the lake’s evolution. Through deeds dating back to Pennsylvania’s founding and interviews with long-time residents, they unveil the interplay between events of the day and the evolution of the lake from a wilderness wetland to a utilitarian mill pond, and on to a thriving community that is Silver Lake today.
Delve into stories of family, faith, war, and renewal, and witness the impacts of entrepreneurial ambition and America’s Progressive Era’s environmentalism on local development. From a 6th-grade class’s unexpected role in historical preservation to a tragic twist in a clever business venture, each chapter offers a glimpse into Silver Lake’s rich history. If you enjoy storytelling and seek a deeper understanding of the past, join the authors as they explore the evolution of Silver Lake and meet the people who played key roles in its story.
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“This is a beautifully written, well researched and footnoted tome on the history of a 250 -year-old early lakeside settlement south of Harrisburg in York County, Pennsylvania. The multi-talented authors have included their own delightful drawings and maps along with historical pictures and post cards, newspaper clippings and legal documents. The stunning avian pictures by Ken Boyer, a neighboring photographer, add greatly to the book.
Scott and Kathleen’s words flow easily emphasizing in turn place, time, transition, nature and family. Their work adds to our knowledge of how communities in Pennsylvania have evolved and developed. Local histories, frequently encapsulated in dreary style, tend not to be read or appreciated by those who have never lived in or visited the locations described or persons noted. Authored by a gifted husband and wife team, this attractive and insightful book about Silver Lake easily should prove the exception.”
– Glenn N. Holliman, immediate past president, Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation
The Beauty and the Feasts of Silver Lake
In The Beauty and the Feasts of Silver Lake, the second volume in this series, shared meals and shared stories take center stage. Around the table, memory and conversation flow freely, and food-deeply tied to emotion-awakens recollections that bind people to place and past.
This volume brings more of Ken Boyer’s striking photography, including a rare bird species never before recorded at Silver Lake. The beauty of Silver Lake appears not only in its wildlife, but in the quiet rhythm of the seasons, the stillness of winter, and the recollections of generations who shaped this small Pennsylvania community.
The “Feasts” live in Savoring Moments: Kathy’s Collection, an appendix of cherished recipes drawn from daily life at Silver Lake and in Lewisberry. Blending history with personal memory, this book continues the gentle, spiral rhythm of the first volume-offering attentive readers subtle connections and quiet discoveries between the two works.
Delve into stories of family, faith, war, and renewal, and witness the impacts of entrepreneurial ambition and America’s Progressive Era’s environmentalism on local development. From a 6th-grade class’s unexpected role in historical preservation to a tragic twist in a clever business venture, each chapter offers a glimpse into Silver Lake’s rich history. If you enjoy storytelling and seek a deeper understanding of the past, join the authors as they explore the evolution of Silver Lake and meet the people who played key roles in its story.
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