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  1. History of Northampton County, Pennsylvania ; with illustrations descriptive of its scenery : a new illustrated historical, descriptive and biographical souvenir : public buildings, fine blocks, and important manufactories, from original sketches by artists of the highest ability
    This book, written in 1877, presents the history of Northampton County, following its development from its early settlements to its condition in 1877. Boroughs and townships in Northampton County are highlighted, discussing such items as their industries, churches, organizations, etc. Major landmarks in the County are also highlighted in this book. Biographical sketches of notable residents of Northampton County as well as statistical information about particular townships are also included.
    293 p. : ill., maps ; 37 cm. 1877
  2. 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
  3. Historic homes and institutions and genealogical and personal memoirs of the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Vol. 1
    This work is a collection of biographies and genealogical research describing the lives and ancestry of people from the Lehigh Valley (particularly Lehigh, Northampton and Carbon counties) who helped shape its landscape and infrastucture. The history of prominent buildings, schools, and groups in the Lehigh Valley is also included in this work.
    vii, 516 p., 75 p. of plates : ill., ports. ; 28 cm. 1905
  4. Historic homes and institutions and genealogical and personal memoirs of the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Vol. II
    The second volume of this title, this work is the continuation of a collection of biographies and genealogical research describing the lives and ancestry of people from the Lehigh Valley (particularly Lehigh, Northampton and Carbon counties) who helped shape its landscape and infrastucture. The history of prominent buildings, schools, and groups in the Lehigh Valley is also included in this work.
    v, 528 p., 82 p. of plates : ill., ports. ; 28 cm. 1905
  5. Funeral of Lamya Atiyeh Shahda
    "Funeral of Lamya Atiyeh Shahda in Catasauqua in 1910. Husband Saleem on extreme right." --Book caption. This is a digital image of the original photograph ; the image can also be found in the book by Dr. George J. Koury titled, Ajdaduna : from Syria to America : presented by Americans of Arabic Heritage Society of the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania, October 28, 1995.
    1 photograph ; b&w ; 21 x 31 cm. 1910
  6. [Rose (Wardeh) Shahda and Amelia Bishwati Charles]
    "Rose (Wardeh) Shahda at age 15, standing with Amelia Bishwati Charles, the wife of Abraham Charles (Khal)" --Book caption. This is a digital image of the original photograph ; the image can also be found in the book by Dr. George J. Koury titled, Ajdaduna : from Syria to America : presented by Americans of Arabic Heritage Society of the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania, October 28, 1995.
    1 photograph : b&w ; 20 x 15 cm. 1913
  7. Poverty with relation to education
    Holben examines the relationship between poverty and education in his thesis written for his doctoral degree in sociology from the University of Pennsylvania in 1923. In particular, he looks at how children in poverty-stricken families are effected in their education by being in the social class they are in. This study examines 100 families from Allentown, Pennsylvania who have received charitable aid. The families chosen were listed in the records of the Associated Charities of Allentown, PA. Tables of information are provided which show the make-up of the families interviewed (nationality, occupation, age of parents and children, income, etc.), the educational history of both the parents and the children as well as their attitudes toward school. Holben then offers solutions as to what can be done to address the problematic effect that poverty has on a child's education.
    208 p. ; 23 cm. 1923
  8. Funeral of George Abboud Atiyeh
    "Funeral of George Abboud Atiyeh in Allentown in 1927. Ghattas Azar, Aziz Abraham (Wehbe), Joseph Ferris Hadeed, George Joseph (Yaqoub), and Joseph 'Habbab' Charles (Barshini)." --Book caption. This is a digital image of the original photograph ; the image can also be found in the book by Dr. George J. Koury titled, Ajdaduna : from Syria to America : presented by Americans of Arabic Heritage Society of the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania, October 28, 1995.
    1 photograph ; b&w ; 20 x 45 cm. 1927
  9. The immigrant woman and her job
    This report examines the role of immigrant women in industry in the United States. Various aspects of their lives are studied, such as personal history (country of origin), family, housing, education, economic responsiblities, reasons for employment, etc. The immigrant woman's effect on industry as well as her needs of employment are detailed in this report. --Series note: United States. Dept. of Labor. Bulletin of the Women's Bureau ; no. 74.
    ix, 179, ii p. : ill., maps ; 24 cm. 1930
  10. Marchers in Sixth Ward Roll of Honor parade
    Marchers in Sixth Ward Roll of Honor parade celebrating neighborhood residents fighting in World War II, Allentown, Pa. in 1944. This is a digital image of the original photograph ; the image can also be found in the book by Dr. George J. Koury titled, Ajdaduna : from Syria to America : presented by Americans of Arabic Heritage Society of the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania, October 28, 1995.
    1 photograph : b&w ; 10 x 16 cm. 1944
  11. The people of Bethlehem : community renewal program 2
    This report, prepared by the Bureau of Planning and Development of the City of Bethlehem (and the Community Renewal Program) describes the characteristics of Bethlehem - including information about its history, its inhabitants, and future trends. A study of the city's population, distribution, and characteristics of the people are outlined in order to help understand the future characteristics of the city of Bethlehem. Various charts and graphs are included that details these statistics.
    66 p. : ill., charts, maps ; 22 x 28 cm. 1967
  12. Interview with Mary Puskas, 21 August 1992
    This is a transcript of an interview with Mary Puskas, conducted by Kim Fortney on August 21, 1992 for the Lehigh County Historical Society's Oral History Program, Silkworkers Project (Silk #3). In this interview, Puskas describes her childhood in Poland before emigrating to the United States in 1912. She discusses her life in America, where her family eventually settled in the Lehigh Valley, and her work experience as a winder at several Bethlehem-area silk mills.
    20 p. [3] p. ; 28 cm. 1992
  13. Interview with Mary Schimenek, 6 August 1992
    This is a transcript of an interview with Mary Schimenek, conducted by Dr. Thomas Dublin on August 6, 1992 for the Lehigh County Historical Society's Oral History Program, Silkworker's Project (#2). In this interview, Schimenek, a former silk mill worker, describes her life in in Austria before emigrating to the United States (Allentown, PA) at the age of 18. She discusses her work history, first as a cigar roller, then as a silk worker at a number of silk factories in the Allentown area. She provides details of the job of a silk weaver and some of the issues that would arise on the job.
    15 p. ; 28 cm. 1992
  14. Interview with Mary Stolysiak by Andrew Krause : for Beyond steel : an archive of Lehigh Valley industry and culture
    This is an interview with Mary Stolysiak, a resident of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, conducted by Andrew Krause discussing various topics about her life in Bethlehem. She and her husband, John, describe their lives from early childhood to the present time. They discuss how they came to live in Bethlehem and what it was like growing up in the city. A major topic of discussion is work, which entails work at the Bethlehem Steel Company and the strike of 1940-41, as well as the Depression. They also provide their opinions on the present status of Bethlehem and how they've seen the city change over the years.
    1 computer file (ca. 1 hr., 11 min.) : digital + 1 transcript 2006
  15. 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
  16. Interview with Mrs. Lillian Mindlin by Andrew Krause : for Beyond Steel : an archive of Lehigh Valley industry and culture
    This is an interview with Lillian Mindlin, a resident of Bethlehem, PA, conducted by Andrew Krause. In this interview, Lilllian discusses numerous topics about her and her family's life in the Lehigh Valley. Some of the topics she discusses are her family history and background, the store her parent's owned and operated (located on the South Side), and where her family would get provisions on the South Side. She also describes the South Side in the 1920s and 1930s, her schooling, religious background, and her husband and their children and grandchildren. Furthermore, she discusses the social groups she was involved in, and her insights of how the Lehigh Valley has changed over the last decades (particularly Allentown and Bethlehem), such as shopping, commerce, and transporation ; she also talks about how the Bethlehem Steel affected the Lehigh Valley and her own life, and her opinions of what should be done with the Bethlehem Steel land now.
    1 computer file (ca. 1 hr., 38 min.) : digital + 1 transcript 2006
  17. Interview with Magdolna Krycia and Joanne Krycia by Andrew Krause : for Beyond Steel : an archive of Lehigh Valley industry and culture
    This is an interview with Magdolna Krycias and Joanne Krycias, in Hellertown, PA, conducted by Andrew Krause. In this interview, Magdolna discusses her family history, growing up on a farm in Coalsville and later in Steel City, her education, social gatherings her family attended, the experiences of both her and her husband working for Bethlehem Steel, as well as her time working at Champion. For her portion of the interview, Joanne discusses growing up in Hellertown, her education and work history, describing in detail her job while at Western Electric up until the time it became Agere, and what it was like working for a union there. Lastly, both women discuss how they think the Lehigh Valley has changed over the years, discussing such topics as transportation, culture, and land development.
    1 computer file (1 hr., 29 min.) : digital + 1 transcript 2006
  18. Interview with Isaura De Ceia by Andrew Krause : for Beyond Steel : an archive of Lehigh Valley industry and culture
    This is an interview with Isaura De Ceia, in Bethlehem, PA, conducted by Andrew Krause. In this interview, Isaura discusses her life while living in the Lehigh Valley. She talks about what it was like growing up in South Bethlehem, the ethic diversity in her neighborhood, her education, her experience working in a sewing mill and then at Champion and how it was working for a union there. She also describes the Southside in the 1940s, the Portuguese community, including the Portuguese Club, what Hellertown was like when she moved there in the 1950s and the Portuguese community there. She describes her experience being a member of Holy Infancy Roman Catholic Church, and also talks about her husband, children, and grandchildren. Lastly, Isaura describes how she believes the Lehigh Valley has changed over the years, particularly the transporation and culture of the area.
    1 computer file (1 hr., 23 min.) : digital + 1 transcript 2006
  19. Interview with Cathy Cooper by Susan Clemens : for Beyond Steel : an archive of Lehigh Valley industry and culture
    This is an interview with Cathy Cooper, conducted by Susan Clemens. In this interview, Cooper talks in detail about her family background, especially her grandparents' and parents' lives. She discusses what her grandparents and parents' lives were like once in America, including topics such as employment and education. She also provides details of what it was like growing up in Northampton, PA, i.e. activities growing up, shopping, etc. She also discusses her experience working at the Bethlehem Steel, as well as other jobs she had held. Lastly, Cooper goes on to discuss how she thinks the Lehigh Valley has changed throughout the years.
    1 computer file (1 hr., 26 min.) : digital + 1 transcript [2005?]
  20. Interview with Helen Weaver : for Beyond Steel : an archive of Lehigh Valley industry and culture
    This is an interview with Helen Weaver, a former employee of the Bethlehem Steel. Helen, her father, and three brothers all worked at the Bethlehem Steel. She describes her memories of her father working at the Steel, and then goes on to describe her own career at the Steel working in the executive dining room, where she served Eugene Grace, former president and chairman of Bethlehem Steel, and other executives. Weaver describes how the Bethlehem Steel affected the South Side and the businesses located there. She talks about some of these South Side businesses, such as the South Side market, the movie theater and other shops on Third Street. Lastly, Weaver discusses talks about the camaraderie between Bethlehem Steel co-workers as well as the strike of 1941 and its effect on the employees and the communty.
    1 computer file (ca. 59 min.) : digital + 1 transcript [n.d.]
  21. [Wedding of Waseelia Charles (Layyoun'd) to Saleem Tannous]
    "Waseelia Charles (Layyoun'd) wedding to Saleem Tannous, ca. 1928. In attendance: John Koury, Mike Aeed, Joseph Mike, and Joseph Shahda; and Helen Domit, Emeline Aeed Joseph (sister of Mike Aeed)" --Book caption. This is a digital image of the original photograph ; the image can also be found in the book by Dr. George J. Koury titled, Ajdaduna : from Syria to America : presented by Americans of Arabic Heritage Society of the Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania, October 28, 1995.
    1 photograph : b&w ; 19 x 25 cm. ca. 1928
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