Index of The Evening Sentinel, Carlisle, Pennsylvania - December 11, 1881 to April 2, 1885
This index covers the periods December 11, 1881 through April 2, 1885.
Shiremanstown
Shiremanstown
Shiremanstown is a small community located twelve miles east of Carlisle and five miles west of Harrisburg. It derives its name from Daniel Shireman (1753-1810), one of the early land owners and settlers of the land that made up most of the town.
The United Methodist Home for Children at Shiremanstown
The early years of the twentieth century were marked by a tremendous shift in population from the farm and small community to the city. Extreme hardships befell many families trying to obtain work and establish new roots. Social work was in its infancy and was provided primarily by charitable institutions and private foundations.
What's in a Name: Shiremanstown
The word "Shireman" is of English origin meaning "the official or steward of a shire, a sheriff." "Shire" or "Shires" also is of English origin and means "dweller in the shire or county; one who came from Shere (bright), in Surrey."