by Lou Brownholtz
A simple inquiry into the origins of Belfield Avenue led to months of investigative research uncovering not only its beginnings but also its ties to Wingohocking Creek, which runs beneath the street to this day. Wingohocking Station situated directly across from my house but demolished prior to my birth, was situated in a modern and eloquently landscaped park owned and operated by the Reading Railroad. The station’s history and occupants have a fascinating story concealed in the volumes of railroad history and oral recollections of the neighborhood’s oldest survivors.
2- The Best Man
by Lou Brownholtz
An account of the hilarious events leading up to and including my role as
Best Man at my best friend's wedding some 45 years ago.
by Jim McAdoo
"One cold night in the middle of the winter, we were awakened by a very loud noise that sounded like a bomb had been dropped. That thought was immediately confirmed when we raced downstairs, opened the front door and could not see Bringhurst Street. It had disappeared! There was nothing there but a large crater that covered two-thirds of our block-long street"......more
by Maureen Kelly Bowers
"Meet Mr. Ryan, a door-to-door salesman who captivated East Germantown in the 50s with the wit, charm and salesmanship equal to the Music Man in River City mesmerizing all who listened."......more
by Dennis McGlinchey
Let’s go to the movies! Here is an interesting summary of entertainment life in Germantown in the fifties. You won’t find any video games or Walkmans just the movies. And plenty of them. What is the name of the theater in the photo? Want more movie history? Coming soon to The Germantown Crier.http://www.germantownhistory.org/member.html ......more
by Dr. Stanley Sandler
If you were born and raised in Germantown or lived part of your life here, guaranteed that you won’t forget it – good or bad!
Dr. Stan Sandler lived on Baynton Street across from the playground and not far from Wister Station. He attended Germantown High then went on to a stellar career in academics and government service and no doubt inspired by the many fine teachers at the high school. His resume is impressive to say the least.Stan has graced us with a short piece recalling his fond remembrances of the neighborhood that will resonate with your thoughts as well.
Today Stan has a live call in radio show in Durham, North Carolina where listeners try to stump him with questions on history. We have a tape of it and will be converting it to digital for your listening pleasure.
Enjoy Dr. Stan’s stroll down Memory Lane......more
