Lewis founded Lewis Tree Surgeons Co. in 1933; the company moved to Media in 1937. More details about Lewis and the company can be found in an ad in the Centennial Book, page 78. In December 2020, this house (along with several outbuildings) on a 1-acre lot were being offered for sale for $969,000.
Lewis founded Lewis Tree Surgeons Co. in 1933; the company moved to Media in 1937. More details about Lewis and the company can be found in an ad in the Centennial Book, page 78. In December 2020, this house (along with several outbuildings) on a 1-acre lot were being offered for sale for $969,000.
This building was demolished as part of Media's urban renewal project. J. H. stands for J. Harry. See also P-01045C. Copy of original photo; source not noted
Pictured with son Eddie and daughter Lily. George escaped slavery as a child with his mother, Martha Jane Parham, his sister Rachel, and his uncle, Andison Parham.
Media 1897 directory lists George E. Whitaker, printer, h 428 E. Franklin. Perhaps he worked with Stephen Appleton at the Delaware County American. Elmer is probably George's son.
Media 1897 directory lists George E. Whitaker, printer, h 428 E. Franklin. Perhaps he worked with Stephen Appleton at the Delaware County American. Elmer is probably his son.
Frank Lees caption: "The Risley House stands on the southwest corner of 5th and Monroe Streets and was once the home of Dr. S. D. Risley. This beautiful home had a solarium on the south side and a carriage house in the rear. Dr. Risley's practice was in Philadelphia where he commuted each day." A better version of this photograph is catalogued as AP-4213.
