Oral Histories - Page 2

 Childhood memories of this couple include Gustine Lake, St. Bridget Church, Ace Riding Academy, Ridge Avenue. 

Jean shares her impressions of arriving in East Falls from Scotland as a child, her memories of St. Bridget School and Rowland’s Market on Indian Queen Lane.

 Dr. Snyder, first Chairman of the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at (what was then) Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science, talks about his experiences at the College and life in East Falls. 

Photo: Shirley with daughter Judy.

Married to a descendant of one of East Falls’ oldest families, the  Shronks, Shirley talks about childhood fun, Breck and Mifflin Schools, 4th of July, etc.</ 

 This interview focuses on Joan Specter’s years on City Council and her travels with husband Sen. Arlen Specter. 

Phil Steinberg, former president of the East Falls Community Council, talks about coming to East Falls in 1964, his role in the formation of the East Falls Historical Society, and his vision for the future of the community. 

Emilio and sister Sandy talk about half-ball, Frank's Pizza (in the family since 1955), and more. 

 Dick Webb was interviewed at age 100. Though his memory and hearing loss affected the interview, Dick recollects Falls Presbyterian Church, working for Bucky Harris at Philadelphia College of Textiles,  and working for James Buckley, President of Philco, who resided on Netherfield Road. 

Engrossing memories of growing up on Queen Lane and Penn Street: stickball, polio scare, writing a neighborhood newspaper, WWII, John B, Kelly, Sr. 

Anne Arfaa grew up on Timber Lane in the house originally owned by John Wagner (1824 - 1902), whose son, Anne's great great uncle, founded the Wagner Free Institute. Anne shares memories of the Wagner family history, Ravenhill, and her Timber Lane neighbors.

 Former Principal of Ravenhill Academy, Sister Frances Joseph talks about her religious vocation in Japan, the Philippines, and Philadelphia, sharing stories of her family, her schooling, and her mission. 

Interviewed at the time of the closing of the Falls United Methodist Church, Tom reflects on what led to this, giving his insights into church activities and his reflections on growing up in East Falls. 

Born in East Falls, Rose gives a detailed account of working at 

Dobson Mills (above). She also describes her house on Sunnyside, St. Bridget School, and local stores. 

 Edna talks about “Methodist Row” on Sunnyside, being a homemaker,  and medical care – with details about Ms. Dunn, the local midwife.  Photo: Eastg Falls United Methodist Church.

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