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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1PCI_rocky-glen-park_Pittston-PA.html
Created in 1886 and located here, the park was a recreational and social center for northeastern Pa. until it closed in 1987. It gained popularity in the early 20th century as the "Laurel Line" railroad provided easier access for more pe…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM126T_pittston-fort_Pittston-PA.html
This Stonemarks the southern side ofPittston Forthere in June and July 1778,gathered four hundred fugitivesfor protection againstBritish and Indian foes.Capt. Jeremiah BlanchardandLieut. Timothy Keyesin commnd. Erected byDial Rock ChapterD.A.R.177…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM6RH_pittston-fort_Pittston-PA.html
Erection begun 1722, by Connecticut proprietors. Forced to surrender to the British, July 4, 1778, and partially destroyed. Restored 1780, and used until after the end of the Revolutionary War.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM6QN_twin-shaft-disaster_Pittston-PA.html
On June 28, 1896, fifty-eight men were killed in a massive cave-in of rock and coal here, in the Newton Coal Company's Twin Shaft Colliery. An investigative commission, appointed by the Governor, reported on Sept. 25. Although its safety recommend…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM6QM_workers-in-greater-pittstons-garment-industry_Pittston-PA.html
From the 1930s to the 1980s Pittston emerged as a national center for clothing manufacturing. Thousands of workers, mainly women, labored in many factories throughout the Greater Pittston area. Most were members of the International Ladies' Garmen…