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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSSO_lewis-earle-sandt_Brookville-PA.html
A pioneer aviator, Sandt was the first American to make an international flight, from Erie to Canada, in 1912. Like many early pilots, he died as a result of crash injuries a year later. His efforts helped spur popular interest in flight. He lived…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSSN_jefferson-county_Brookville-PA.html
Formed March 26, 1804 out of Lycoming County and named for President Thomas Jefferson. Until 1806 attached to Westmoreland County, then to Indiana County until 1830. Noted for its coal and lumber industries. Brookville, county seat, was incorporat…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSSM_elijah-heath_Brookville-PA.html
Outspoken abolitionist and judge, in 1835 Heath and others rescued two fugitive slaves, Charles Brown and William Parker. Heath, a Brookville resident, was sued by a Virginia slaveholder and fined for his actions. Undeterred, Heath continued his U…