Marple in the 1850s: Part Eight — Cemeteries
This final installment on Marple in the 1850s relates to the final resting place for the township’s residents: cemeteries....
Body-Snatchers in Broomall!
It’s October once again, so let us echo ill-fated King Richard and “talk of graves, of worms, and epitaphs…” The grave being discussed was sadly graced with no epitaph and worms were never able to begin their work on the mortal remains consigned to the earth. In December 1859...
The Coppock House: A Preservation Failure
By Sam Pickard With Delaware County initiating the formal takings process to acquire what is commonly known as the “Don Guanella Woods” for use as a county park, it’s worthwhile to look back on the history of the 213-acre tract of land.[1] While this future park could easily supply half-a-dozen...
Hayti Cemetery and the Marple UAME Church
Underneath a Blue Route overpass lies what is commonly known as Hayti Cemetery. This cemetery, originally the churchyard of the Marple UAME Church, is the final resting place for generations of Delaware County's African American community....
Glenwood: The Westward-Moving Cemetery
Most people know that during the 20th century, many residents of American cities moved to the suburbs. What people may not know is that along with stores and families, a cemetery moved from Philadelphia to Broomall....