Name/Title
The WissahickonEntry/Object ID
2013.34.3.127a-cDescription
The Edwin C. Jellett Series of Scrapbooks, Volume 3 -The Wissahickon
Page 127 contains:
(a, top left) This newspaper clipping has been labeled by Jellett as "Hosuton Ramble". The article lauds Henry Houston as a fine example of a man who, although rich, has used his wealth for the betterment of mankind. He is cited asa role model, gentleman and visionary.
(b, top right) This photograph is of Henry Houston and was taken from chest level. He is seen as an older man with a full white beard and moustache, wearing spectacles. He is dressed in a dark coat and dark bow tie. He is staring directly into the camera.
(c, bottom) Jellett's notes are labeled "Houston Ramble" and read as follows: "In the year 1891, H. H. Houston donated to Park purposes, 11 acres of ground on 'Paper Mill Run', comprising in part the Germantown Water Works. This is now known as 'Houston Ramble'. In the year 1897, George C. Thomas gave for the like purpose 3 1/2 acres adjoining the Houston donation. Through this land Lincoln Drive now extends." (Date - Park Report No. 6)Collection
GHS Scrapbook Collection
