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  1. New Broad Street Bridge, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Postcard.
  2. Winter view of Lock No. 1 and Dam No. 1 in Mauch Chunk
    Winter view of Lock No. 1 and Dam No. 1 in Mauch Chunk.The Lehigh Valley Depot can be seen on the right as well as the passenger station of the Central Railroad of New Jersey . Part of publication: Delaware and Lehigh Canals : a pictorial history of the Delaware and Lehigh Canals, National Heritage Corridor in Pennsylvania
    1 photograph ; b&w ; 11 x 18 cm.
  3. Northampton Trolley No. 24 near Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Northampton Trolley No. 24 near Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard.
  4. A defence of the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company, from the assaults made upon its interests by X
    This work is a compilation of essays by Honestas created in order to defend the Lehigh Coal and Navigation Company from the verbal attacks made upon it by a person who refers to himself as "X." Throughout these essays, Honestas works to discredit "X" and expose his reasons for attacking the credibility of the company, which Honestas states as being "...to create alarm...lower the price of Stock and Loan, and profit from the panic..." (Preface).
    66 p. : fold. map ; 22 cm. 1840
  5. Report of the board of managers of the Ironton Railroad Company to the stockholders
    This report, presented by the President and Board of Managers of the Ironton Railroad Company to the stockholders, details the organization of the Ironton Railroad Company and its current projects. Also included is the Act to incorporate the Ironton Railroad Company, the Supplement to the Act, and the by-laws of the company. These documents provide the company with guidelines with regards to land ownership, the creation of branches, ownership of mines and quarries, and toll charges.
    21 p. : map : 22 cm. 1861
  6. Second annual report of the board of managers of the Ironton Railroad Company, to the stockholders, April 1862
    The second annual report of the Ironton Railroad Company, presented by the President and Board of Managers to the stockholders in 1862, details the business of the Road and Mines of the Company in 1861. Charts detailing the amount of ore mined and the amount of ore, coal and limestone being transported over road are included, showing an increase in business for the year 1861.
    7 p. ; 22 cm. 1862
  7. Third annual report of the board of managers of the Ironton Railroad Company, to the stockholders, February 11, 1863
    The third annual report of the Ironton Railroad Company, presented by the President and Board of Managers to the stockholders in 1863, details the business of the Company in 1862. A decrease in the production of the mines is elaborated upon in this report ; the finances of the company are also outlined here as well.
    12 p. ; 22 cm. 1863
  8. Memoir of Josiah White : showing his connection with the introduction and use of anthracite coal and iron, and the construction of some of the canals and railroads of Pennsylvania, etc.
    Richardson examines the life of Josiah White, detailing how he was a leading "pioneer" in introducing the use of anthracite coal and iron in Pennsylvania and how this contributed in the construction of Pennsylvania canals and railroads. Details about mining practices and areas such as the Schuylkill, Mauch Chunk, and the Lehigh River are also discussed. Background about White's early life as well as his religious practices is also provided.
    135 p., 2 p. of plates : ill., ports. ; 20 cm. 1873
  9. The Thomas Iron Company, charters and supplements : together with the enabling acts of New Jersey
    The documents in this collection begin with the charter that outlines the incorporation of the Thomas Iron Company enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1854. Supplements to this Act are also included which discuss topics such as capital stock, elections, the building of railroads by the Thomas Iron Company, coal mining and the use of mineral lands, buying and selling of land, and purchases of other companies. Also included are the Acts of the Legislature of New Jersey which allows the Thomas Iron Company to hold land and real estate in New Jersey, as well as mineral lands in New Jersey, and finally, to build a railroad from their mines to the Ogden Mine Railroad.
    28 p. ; 22 cm. 1873
  10. Guide-book of the Lehigh Valley Railroad and its several branches and connections : with an account, descriptive and historical, of the places along their route : including also a history of the company from its first organization, and interesting facts concerning the origin and growth of the coal and iron trade in the Lehigh and Wyoming regions
    Coleman provides an historical and descriptive presentation of the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company and the cities and towns along its railways. An historical look at the Company is presented along with statistical facts of its earnings and production. Coleman also illustrates the cities and towns along the railroad lines in the Lehigh and Wyoming regions, including facts such as the history of the area, population, major industries, and well-known landmarks and attractions.
    186 p., 9 p. of plates : ill, 1 fold. map, ill. ; 19 cm. 1873
  11. Manufacturing and Mercantile Resources of the Lehigh Valley including Historical Sketches of the Prominent Towns
    A descriptive review of the manufacturing and mercantile resources of the Lehigh Valley. Chapters deal with specific cities and villages and their industrial base Companies and individuals active in the economy are highlighted and described. Includes sketches of towns, tables, and appendixes.
    205 p. : ill. ; 25 cm. 1881
  12. A review of the Lehigh Valley Railroad from Mauch Chunk to Penn Haven
    Stockett examines the Lehigh Valley Railroad from Mauch Chunk to Penn Haven for his thesis in Civil Engineering at Lehigh University in 1889. He examines the history of the railroad line in Carbon County constructed by the Beaver Meadow Division of the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Stockett discusses technical aspects of the road, such as its alignment, crossings, culverts, the grade of the road, the specifications of its bridges (Turnhole Bridge, Glen Onoko Bridge and Penn Haven Bridge), road beds, cross ties, and rails, rail joints, turnouts and crossovers, and signals. Stockett also goes on to describe the buildings located along the road and its maintenance. Illustrations and maps are included in the thesis as well.
    65 leaves : ill., maps (some fold.) ; 25 x 31 cm. 1889
  13. Sylvan scenes along the line of the Lehigh Valley Railroad : seaside, forest, camp and watering place : with illustrations on wood from drawings by eminent artists
    This book describes the visual scenes along the Lehigh Valley Railroad, covering areas such as Mauch Chunk, Scranton, Wilkes Barre, Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, etc. Also discussed is the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad, its history, and its pathways. The area of Southwest is also included, providing information about the climate and makeup of the land. Many illustrations are provided, as well as advertisements. (Cover on title: Summer excursion routes of the Lehigh Valley Railroad)
    [60] p. : ill. : 27 cm. 1891
  14. The Forks of the Delaware illustrated : containing two hundred full-page views of Easton, Phillipsburg, and surrounding country… : and embodying a concise history of Easton from 1752 to 1900
    This book provides an account of the history of Easton, Pennylvania, along with various illustrations of the town and its surrounding areas. The historical account provides detail about the city of Easton from its inception in 1752 and describes its growth up to 1900. Images include views of the Lehigh and Delaware Rivers, Bushkill Valley, Lafayette College, and other various buildings and scenes throughout Easton and its surrounding areas.
    xxxxv, 383 leaves of plates : ill. ; 27 x 32 cm. 1900
  15. View of Bethlehem, Pa. as seen from So. Bethlehem
    View of Bethlehem, Pa. as seen from south Bethlehem showing the Covered Bridge and an iron truss railroad bridge crossing the Lehigh River.
    Color Postcard. 1901-07?
  16. A history of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 1741-1892 : with some account of its founders and their early activity in America
    Levering provides an historical account of Bethlehem, PA, describing the people and events that shaped the community from the years 1741-1892. Using various original documents and manuscripts, Levering provides details pertaining to the history of Bethlehem, such as its founding, the Moravian community, its prominent figures and landmarks, etc. This book was "Issued as a memorial volume by the Sesqui-centennial committee of the Moravian congregation of Bethlehem."
    xiv, 809 p. : ill. (incl. facsims.) plates, ports., maps ; 25 cm. 1903
  17. The Thomas Iron Company, 1854-1904 : chartered under the laws of Pennsylvania
    This book presents the history of the Thomas Iron Company. It was prepared for the stockholders of the Company in commemoration of the company's 50th anniversary. The history of the company and its founders, as well as other notable figures are described. Also, the expansion of the company and its development in the area is also provided in detail.
    98 p., 2 leaves : ill., maps, ports. ; 26 cm. 1904
  18. Lehigh Valley Railroad as seen from the train
    Issued by the Passenger Department of the Lehigh Valley Railroad Company, this brochure provides a detailed look at the cities, towns and scenery along the Lehigh Valley Railroad line. Its aim was to provide passengers with a general understanding of the areas in which the Railroad line passed. This brochure includes facts such as population, major industries, and well-known landmarks and attractions for the cities and towns mentioned. The Bethlehem Steel Company is highlighted in this brochure under the section on "West Bethlehem."
    46 columns : ill. ; 20 x 21 cm. folded to 20 x 11 cm. 1904
  19. View of the Lehigh River, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of rail yard, bridge, and Lehigh River, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Color Postcard. 1905
  20. Union Depot (Union Station), Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Union Station including train cars, control tower, newsstand, and a horse and carriage, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1905?
  21. Union Depot and Bethlehem Bridge, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Union Station and bridge with steam engine and rail cars in foreground.
    Black and white Postcard. 1906?
  22. Broad Street Entrance to West Side, Bethlehem, Pa., 1907
    View of commercial buildings, trolley, horse and carriage, probably winter, West Broad Street, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1907
  23. [Letter] 1907 Oct. 8, New York [to] Charles M. Schwab
    1770 I-B-10, Folder 24; Grey Mills 1906-08. Letter from Henry Grey to Charles Schwab concerning the rolling method of RR rails in order to make a superior product.
    5 leaves ; 28 cm. 1907 Oct. 8
  24. Fourth Street and Broadway, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of street intersection with trolley and horse and carriage, Fourth Street and Broadway, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1907-14?
  25. C.R.R. Station and Canal, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Central Railroad of New Jersey station and canal, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1907-14?
  26. Union R.R. Depot, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Union Depot with passenger train with steam locomotive and several horse and carriages, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Color Postcard. 1907-14?
  27. Central R.R. of N.J. Depot, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Central Railroad of New Jersey station with canal in foreground, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Color Postcard. 1907-14?
  28. Broad Street Bridge, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Broad Street Bridge with train passing underneath the bridge and buildings in background, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Color Postcard. 1908?
  29. Union Depot, South Bethlehem
    Ariel view of of Union Depot, rail yard, bridge, Lehigh River, south Bethlehem, and Bethlehem Steel plant, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1909?
  30. Lehigh Canal and Tow Path, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Lehigh Canal and tow path with trolley in background, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1910-18?
  31. Workers on 6th Street bridge, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of 12 workers standing on the railroad tracks of the Sixth Street bridge, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1910?
  32. L.V. & P.& R. R.R. Station, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of the Lehigh Valley and Philadelphia & Reading railroad station, steam locomotive and train, pedestrians, and several horse and carriages, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1910?
  33. New Street Bridge, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of New Street Bridge with electric sign over entrance and trolley crossing bridge, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1912?
  34. L.V. & P.& R. R.R. Station, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of the Lehigh Valley and Philadelphia & Reading railroad station, steam locomotive and train, pedestrians, and several horse and carriages, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Postcard. 1913?
  35. History of Lehigh County Pennsylvania and a Genealogical and Biographical Record of its Families, vol. 3
    This is volume 3 of an extensively detailed biographical and genealogical study of individuals and families living within the Lehigh Valley.
    1 book (691 pages ; illus., plates, ports., fold. maps, fold. plan. 28 cm.) 1914
  36. New Merchants Hotel, Fourth Street, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of New Merchants Hotel with trolley, automobile, and pedestrians in front, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1914?
  37. Lehigh Valley & Reading Union Station, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of Lehigh Valley & Reading Union Station, Hill-to-Hill Bridge, and South Mountain in background, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Color Postcard. 1915-30?
  38. Five Points, South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of commercial area (Five Points), Five Points Hotel, trolley, and automobile, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Color Postcard. 1915?
  39. American Hotel, Broad and New Streets, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of American Hotel with a trolley, a truck, a horse and carriage, and several automobiles in front, Broad and New Streets, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Color Postcard. 1916?
  40. E.P. Wilbur Trust Co., South Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of E.P. Wilbur Trust Co. including trolley passing by and several horse and carriages in background, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1917?
  41. History of early bridges in Bethlehem and history and finance of the Hill-to-Hill Bridge
    This thesis, written by Wilbur T. Bachman for a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1922, presents the history of bridges in Bethlehem as well as a look into the history and financing of the Hill-to-Hill Bridge. He examines the history of the construction of the New Street Bridge, the Monocacy Bridge, the Minsi Trail Bridge, the Railroad Bridge, and the Temporary Bridge. Furthermore, Bachman provides a detailed examination of the history of the campaign to build the Hill-to-Hill Bridge.
    26 p., [1] leaves ; 29 cm. 1922
  42. View of blast furnace and Lehigh Valley RR with passenger train
    Sheet of glass (type)
    1 photograph : b&w ; 21 x 26 cm. 1925
  43. Mahoning Mine
    Steam shovel loading stripping ; Sheet of glass (type)
    1 photograph : b&w ; 21 x 26 cm. 1925
  44. Placing anti-cree[e]pers on rails of Lehigh Valley Rail Road
    [with man]; [train approaching] ; Sheet of glass (type)
    1 photograph : b&w ; 21 x 26 cm. 1926
  45. Lehigh Valley Railroad; showing train in motion
    Sheet of glass (type)
    1 photograph : b&w ; 21 x 26 cm. 1928
  46. [Bethlehem's executive officers statements in connection with the bonus suits]
    This report provides statements by President E.G. Grace, as well as several vice-presidents, of Bethlehem Steel, each giving information regarding "some of their major activities" of the company.
    52 p. ; 27 cm 1935
  47. View of Northampton in 1935
    View of Northampton in 1935. The Lehigh Valley Railroad tracks can be seen on the left, the Central Railroad of New Jersey are on the right, and the canal can be seen running parrallel with the river in the center . Part of publication: Delaware and Lehigh Canals : a pictorial history of the Delaware and Lehigh Canals, National Heritage Corridor in Pennsylvania
    1 photograph ; b&w ; 11 x 18 cm. 1935
  48. Broad and New Streets, Bethlehem, Pa.
    View of commercial street (Broad and New Streets) in winter, including trolley, pedestrians, automobiles, and a hotel, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Black and white Postcard. 1948-01-02
  49. West Broad Street, Bethlehem, Pa.
    Ariel view of commercial street (West Broad Street) including Boyd Theater, Bush & Bull department Store, Food Fair supermarket, a trolley, a coal truck unloading coal, and several automobiles.
    Black and white Postcard. 1953
  50. Bethlehem Review: Annual Report to Employees for 1954
    Annual report to Employees for the year 1954. This book is directed towards the employees of the subsidiary companies of Bethlehem Steel Corporation. Included in the book are highlights of Bethlehem's operations, the distribution of Bethlehem's revenues, a financial summary, major facility improvements, details on Bethlehem's pacific expansion, employees facilitated improvements, facts on the increase in social insurance benefits, improved pension plan provisions, and a few of Bethlehem Steel's exhibits. All of this information was formulated to inspire growth in Bethlehem Steel's Corporation through its employees.
    24 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. 1954
  51. This is the NEW Bethlehem Steel
    This pamphlet "gives you a glimpse of the Bethlehem organization as it is today: its scope, its operations, its products, and its people." Topics include sales, research, operations around the world, etc.
    24 p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm. 1970
  52. Interview with Helen and John Remenar by Andrew Krause : for Beyond steel : an archive of Lehigh Valley industry and culture
    This is an interview with Helen and John Remenar, residents of Bethlehem, PA, conducted by Andrew Krause. In this interview, the Remenars discuss various topics concerning their lives in the Lehigh Valley. Some of theses topics include the following: living on the South Side of Bethlehem, the different ethnic groups who lived there, schooling, how they met, the Third Street farmers market, their childhood, transportation (buses, trolleys, trains), John's time in the military during World War II and his experience working at Bethlehem Steel Company as a welder, the Steel Strike of 1946, Saucon Park, and Helen's experiences working at a silk mill and a furniture factory. They also discuss what they think of the present situation with the redevelopment of the Bethlehem Steel land on the South Side.
    1 computer file (ca. 1 hr., 29 min.) : digital + 1 transcript 2006
  53. Lehigh Valley Voices [videorecording] : Beverly ""Bud"" Chase, Jr.
    Beverly ""Bud"" Chase, Jr., retired after 31 years in the Traffic Department at Bethlehem Steel Corporation, talks about his family, education, career, and avocation. Originally from Scranton, Pa., Chase was employed by the Erie Railroad Company prior to serving his country in Korea. Upon his return, he again worked for the company until the Knox Mining Disaster of 1959 caused the railroad to suspend business in the region. In 1959 Chase married and accepted a position with the United States Railroad Retirement Board processing employment claims from railroad workers, many of which resulted from the steel strike of 1959. Chase subsequently took a position with the Philadelphia, Bethlehem & New England Railroad, which ultimately led him to a postion in the Traffic Department at Bethlehem Steel Corporation. In this documentary, he shares recollections of his time at Bethlehem Steel and identifies many of the people he worked with. Chase also shared details of his avocation, a deep interest in the street-railroads that operated in eastern Pennsylvania. This documentary is part of Lehigh Valley Voices, an oral history project that captures memories of life and work in Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, Pennsylvania.
    1 computer file (20:10) : color 2008
  54. The Ironton Railroad Company fourth annual report for year ending December 31, 1863
    The fourth annual report of the Ironton Railroad Company for the year 1863. This report details the finances of the company in 1863, providing figures for the company's stocks and debts, costs of road and equipment, amount of freight (in tons), and the company's expenditures.
    2 p. ; 22 cm. [1863?]
  55. Ironton (No. 28)
    A report of the Ironton Railroad Company in 1863 that provides figures for the company's stocks and debts, cost of road and equipment, amount of freight (in tons) for the year, and expenses for the year.
    3 p. ; 22 cm. [1863]
  56. The Ironton Railroad Company fifth annual report for year ending November 30, 1864
    The fifth annual report of the Ironton Railroad Company for the year 1864. This report details the finances of the company in 1864, providing figures for the company's stocks and debts, costs of road and equipment, amount of freight (in tons), and the company's expenditures. Also included at the end of this report is the memorandum of stockholders dated February 1, 1865.
    7 p. ; 22 cm. [1864?]
  57. The Ironton Railroad Company of Lehigh County, Pa. …
    This charter outlines the incorporation of the Ironton Railroad Company enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1859. The provisions of this Act provide for the creation of this company and allows for the construction of a railroad from Ballietsville to connect with either the Catasauqua and Fogelsville Railroad or the Lehigh Valley Railroad. Also included are supplements to this Act, by-laws, an Act to change the value of Ironton Railroad stock, a listing of the company's tracks, and an Ironton Railroad station schedule.
    24 p ; 22 cm. [1899?]
  58. Lehigh Canal : an HCRS project report
    This report, prepared by the Heritage Conservation and Recreation Service, presents recommendations for the revitalization along the Lehigh Canal for the purpose of "cultural and recreational" trails as well as economic stimulation for adjacent communities. A study of the canal and its resources was performed in order to better understand how to revitalize the recreational use along the canal and the surrounding communities. The area included in this study is 46-mile stretch along the Lehigh River from Jim Thorpe to Easton in Carbon, Lehigh, and Northampton counties. [Part of series : HCRS publication ; no. 36]
    89 p. : ill. ; 22 x 28 cm. [1981]
  59. Clauder's year-book and home almanac for 1879, containing interesting historical and statistical information relating to Northampton County, and the Boroughs of Bethlehem, and South Bethlehem, Pa.
    This yearbook, created in 1878, compiles historical and statical information about Northampton County, Bethlehem, and South Bethlehem. The information found in this yearbook includes facts such as county and borough financial statements, population, a listing of the names of county officials, local landmarks and churches, county and borough public works departments, etc. This book also includes a calendar for 1879, which details various cycles in the year, such as the seasons, eclipses, and dates for upcoming holidays in that year. A calendar tracking the sunrise, sunset, moon set and moon's phases for every day in 1879 is tabulated as well.
    88 [34 p.] : ill. ; 18 cm. c1878
  60. Souvenir of Bethlehem, Penna.
    Souvenir pamphlet contains monochrome reproductions of postcards depicting sights in Bethlehem, Pa.
    [24] p. : all ill. ; 24 x 32 cm. ca. 1910
  61. Souvenir of Lehigh University and the Bethlehems.
    Souvenir pamphlet contains monochrome reproductions of postcards depicting sights in Bethlehem, Pa. and on the campus of Lehigh University
    [24] p. : all ill. ; 24 x 32 cm. ca. 1910
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