Times Herald-Record
In 1828, school district No. 7 trustees contacted the Bethlehem Presbyterian Church and purchased some land from them with the intention of building a school. The building of the school took place between 1835 and 1840. The school was painted white to match the church that was on the same property.
Teachers at that time received very little pay. The highest pay was $10 a week. The school remained open until the 1930s.
The first Bethlehem Presbyterian Church building was constructed prior to 1731, but the exact date is unclear. The Church is the third oldest Presbyterian Church in Orange County and history says that George Washington worshiped at the Church sometime during his stay, from 1782 to 1783.
Well, the snow has certainly fallen, many snow folks may have taken to higher country to get their snow riding in or have stayed locally. Even so, we are still looking to feature your winter ride. Have someone take a photo of you with your “winter ride” and send it on in to My Ride. Whether it be a snowmobile, ATV, or some other winter ride.
You can use the form below and email it and a photo to dkessler@th-record.com or mail it to:
Donna Kessler