Archive Record
Metadata
Title of Record Series |
Soldier Peddler Licenses |
Year Range from |
1952 |
Year Range to |
1990 |
Collection/Office |
Prothonotary |
Catalog Number |
PY-119 |
Description |
Small collection of applications for peddler licenses granted to those veterans unable to earn a living to sell small goods within Lancaster County. Peddler licenses were originally granted through the office of Clerk of Quarter Sessions. Records provide residence of applicant, military service, date of application, signature and photo of applicant. |
Finding Aids |
No index. |
Admin/Biographical History |
In Lancaster County, the Prothonotary initially acted as clerk of all the courts performing the functions of deputy register and recorder of deeds. In 1776, Lancaster County's five row offices were divided between two officials. The duties of prothonotary and clerk of court quarter sessions were performed by one officer, while a second official acted as register, recorder of deeds, and clerk of orphan's court. In 1821, each office was completely separate having its own official. Prior to 1906, this office handled the naturalization of aliens before the federal courts issued these records. The Prothonotary maintains a variety of records including judgments, sheriff's deeds, civil cases, and divorce proceedings. |