""Early Potters of Clinton County"" is a historical book written by Henry Wharton Shoemaker in 1916. The book provides a detailed account of the early potters who lived in Clinton County, Pennsylvania, during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author pays special attention to the work done by the pioneer Pennsylvania potters in Sugar Valley, a region known for its high-quality clay.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the pottery industry in Clinton County. The author ...
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""Early Potters of Clinton County"" is a historical book written by Henry Wharton Shoemaker in 1916. The book provides a detailed account of the early potters who lived in Clinton County, Pennsylvania, during the 18th and 19th centuries. The author pays special attention to the work done by the pioneer Pennsylvania potters in Sugar Valley, a region known for its high-quality clay.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of the pottery industry in Clinton County. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the history of pottery making in the area, including the techniques and materials used by the early potters. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the various types of pottery produced in Sugar Valley, such as crocks, jugs, and bowls.In addition to discussing the pottery industry, the book also provides biographical information about some of the most prominent potters in the region. The author highlights the contributions of individuals such as Samuel Bell and Samuel Harker, who played a significant role in the development of the pottery industry in Clinton County.Overall, ""Early Potters of Clinton County"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of pottery making in Pennsylvania. The book provides a wealth of information about the techniques, materials, and people involved in the industry, making it an essential read for historians, collectors, and pottery enthusiasts alike.John Gerstung, Joseph Kemmerer, Joseph Eilert And Reuben McKee.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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