York, PA...
Founded in 1741, York was the first city west of the Susquehanna River. It is the location where the Articles of Confederation were ratified, and often considered the First Capital of the United States.
It is also the town where I was born and raised.
The Nation's First Capital?
This segment of an article from Wikipedia explores the historic status of York as the First Capital of the United States."York was founded in 1741 by settlers from the Philadelphia region, and named for the English city of the same name. It was incorporated as a borough on September 24, 1787, and as a city on January 11, 1887. During the American Revolutionary War (1775-1783), York served as the temporary capital of the Continental Congress. The Articles of Confederation were drafted and adopted in York, though they would not be ratified until March of 1781.
York is one of many cities that lay claim to the title of First Capital of the United States, although historians generally consider it to be the fourth capital, after Philadelphia, Baltimore and Lancaster. The claim arises from the assertion that the Articles of Confederation was the first legal document to refer to the colonies as "the United States of America". The argument depends on whether the Declaration of Independence, which also uses the term, would be considered a true legal document of the United States, being drafted under and in opposition to British rule."
Interesting Tidbits about York
One of Starbuck's Coffee's roasting plants is located just north of York. There are only four such facilities in the world.
York is a center for manufacturing of barbells and other weight training/body building equipment, and is the home of the USA Weightlifting Hall of Fame.
York is home to two major manufacturers of modern hydro-power water turbines, Voith Siemens Hydro and American Hydro, both of which manufacture enormous parts in their plants.
York International, a Johnson Controls Company and one of the largest suppliers of HVAC systems in the United States, is headquartered here.
The Stauffer Biscuit Company of York is a growing producer of animal crackers distributed by major discount retailers.
The Bon-Ton, a major regional department store, is headquartered in York, as is the large Kinsley Construction company.
York College of Pennsylvania, a top private liberal arts school, is located here.
The alternative rock band Live, is from the city of York.
A Video Visit to Historic York
Historic York Pennsylvania - from the beginning!
A little town in Pennsylvania, history and a little genealogy. Baltzar Spengler - Flinchbaugh's the York - Machinery built in York 1900 - 1927- may be one of first gas engines built there!
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Photos from the Surrounding Area
The Susquehanna River forms the eastern boundary of York County, separating it from Lancaster County. Lancaster, and some parts of extreme southeastern York, Counties are home to a large Amish and Old School Mennonite Community, as seen in the images below.
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York Area Weather Forecast
Current weather conditions in York, PA (17403)
Local Pollen Reports
61°F (Feels like 61°F)
Last update: 7/6/09 8:32 AM EDT
Humidity: 100%Visibility: 1.5 mi
Dew Point: 61°F
UV Index: 2 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 29.84in steady
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: calm From: Airport Conditions
Today
Fog
High: 85°F
Low: 61°F
Sunrise: 5:45 AM
Sunset: 8:38 PM
Tuesday
Jul 7
Mostly Sunny
High: 83°F
Low: 59°F
Sunrise: 5:46 AM
Sunset: 8:38 PM
Wednesday
Jul 8
Partly Cloudy
High: 79°F
Low: 59°F
Sunrise: 5:46 AM
Sunset: 8:38 PM
Thursday
Jul 9
Partly Cloudy
High: 78°F
Low: 61°F
Sunrise: 5:47 AM
Sunset: 8:37 PM
Yorkies review York on Yelp!
Here's what Yelpers have to say about Night Life in 17403
- Club XS (York)
- "XS gets 5 because its such a gem. I usually go on Thursday nights because it is 18+ and I have underage friends. Those nights its usually packed around the..." more
- Harp & Fiddle Irish Pub (York)
- "The Harp and Fiddle is a great pub to go and get a beer with friends. They have a great Trivia night on Wednesday nights and just as a plus, they have $0.25..." more
- Club 19 (York)
- "Underage clubs are not the norm for my idea of 'nightlife' but last night I visited Club 19 for the first time. It honestly was the nicest venue I have ever..." more
- First Capital Dispensing Company (York)
- "I frequented this bar during and after my college years in York. The Grassroots crowd here is great. Great music, surprisingly good food and one of the..." more
- Cobblestone's Restaurant & Sports Emporium (York)
- "Cobblestone's food is fairly decent. Not a bad reuben. And the siracha wings are yummy. My wife digs the deep fried pickles. But it's basically pub..." more
Links to Local Resources
- The York Dispatch
- Area's top evening newspaper.
- The York Daily Record
- The morning and Sunday paper provider.
- York, PA Visitor Info
- Info on local sites and events, including accommodations.
- York City Page
- Official page for York city.
A small portion of the area's Amish population resdes in southeastern York County as well as a significant number of Old Order Mennonites. These are some pictures of their lifestyle.
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Reader Feedback
SteveHorning wrote...
Great lens! Be sure to visit my York Pa Insurance lens.
Posted January 05, 2009
Joan4 wrote...
Nice lens! Lensrolling to my York, SC lens! Big difference between our two York's! York SC is a small friendly town in SC.
Posted September 21, 2008
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