Saturday, May 29, 2021

New Book About the Lancaster Bakery



Ever wish you could get a recipe for one of the Lancaster Bakery desserts? 
 
Anita Hinson Cauthen's new book, "Lancaster Bakery: Thank you, Come Back to See Us" is a collection of recipes and memories from one of Lancaster's most celebrated Main St. shops.
 
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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Free Movie Day at Midway Theater - 1955 - Lancater SC Photos

 


 




 





 

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Children gather at Midway Theater for a portrait on June 13, 1955. It was free movie day at the cinema, which was located on S. York St. 

Movie posters can be seen in the image, including Crashout, Revenge of the Creature and Killers.

(Photo by Lavoy Studio/The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 

 

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

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Cruising Main - 1982 - Lancaster SC Photos

 


 

Cruising Main St. was popular in Lancaster from the 1950s through the 1990s. 

Here, traffic is seen on the 100 and 200 blocks of Main St., looking south in 1982. 

Drivers would circle the blocks to see who was downtown and catch up with friends in the parking lots. 

Lancaster became well known for its weekend, downtown scene.Teens from Rock Hill, Chester, Monroe and other towns in the region would drive to Lancaster to cruise Main.

(Photo by The Lancaster News via The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 

 

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Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Brownies at Lancaster & Chester Railway - 1955 - Lancaster SC Photos

 


 

Brownie Girl Scouts, leaders and other children pose for a group photo before going on a ride on The Lancaster & Chester Railway in May of 1955.  

  

(Photo by Lavoy Studio/The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 

 

 

 

 

Aerial of Lancaster Square and More - 1983 - Lancaster SC Photos

 

 
Lancaster Square, at left, North Elementary and the future path of The Lindsay Pettus Greenway are just a few of the things that can be seen in this 1983 aerial photograph. Wendy's and Bojangles aren't even built yet. 
 
What else do you see in this image? 

(Photo by Bobby Bell/Bell Studio/The Lancaster Archive)
 
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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Buckelew Park Day Camp - 1966 - Lancaster SC

 

 

See anyone you know? Children show off their artwork during a day camp at Buckelew Park in June of 1966.

(Photo by Lee Studio/The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 




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Bobby Bell's Birthday Party - 1947 - Lancaster SC Photos

 

Bobby Bell, seen at bottom holding ball, and his friends pose during his 5th birthday party on Oct. 18, 1947 at 408 Chesterfield Ave. in Lancaster, S.C.

In front, Ned Gregory.

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Sunday, April 4, 2021

Easter Egg Hunt - 1962 - Lancater SC Photos



Children and adults pose for a group picture in front of The American Legion building on the Lancaster County Fairgrounds during an Easter egg hunt in April of 1962. 

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 (Photo by Lavoy Studio/The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 

 

 

















Wednesday, March 31, 2021

WLCM Radio - 1953 - Lancaster SC Photos

 

WLCM Radio is seen in 1953 at 103 Catawba St. The call letters were a tribute to Springs Cotton Mills, which at the time, was the world's largest cotton mill. 

The station went on the air on November 26, 1951 and featured local hosts, shows, music and breaking news. 

For decades, listeners tuned in on icy or snowy winter days when school principals would drive the roads early in the morning to make sure they were safe to drive on. The principals would then call the station to let the host know to announce regular school start times or a delay.

(Photo by Lavoy Studio/The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Stop by The Shops on Main, the best antique mall in Lancaster.
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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

First Baptist Construction - 1954 - Lancaster SC Photos

 

First Baptist Church is seen under construction in January of 1954 on Market St. A closer look shows men working at the bottom of the steeple and up inside of it. The new building opened its doors with a dedication service on Sept. 9, 1954.

(Photo by Lavoy Studio/The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 


 

 

 

 

 

 

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Springs Park Roller Skates - 1996 - Lancaster SC Photos

 

Some images have an amazing story. 

This one has many. 

Vintage roller skates are seen on the wooden floor of The Springs Park skating rink in 1996. The rink had been closed for years by the time this photograph was created.

It was just one of many activities and rides that entertained children and adults at the park for decades. 

Did you skate at the rink? 

What are your stories? 

What do you remember? 

(The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 

 

 

 

Monday, March 15, 2021

Brooklyn Springs Elementary - 1969 - Lancaster SC Photos

 

Maybe that's your car down there. 

Brooklyn Springs Elementary is seen in April of 1969. The future property of Second Baptist Church can be seen at top left. 

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(Photo by Lavoy Studio/The Lancaster Archive/Image on File with Travis Bell Photography) 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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