Thursday, June 19, 1913
On this date in Rock Springs Park History, Fred Shone, aged 20 years, drowned while swimming in the pool at Rock Springs Park. Read more at
http://rockspringspark.blogspot.com/2011/10/setting-record-straight-part-1.html.
Sunday, June 19, 1927
Also on this date in 1927, residents of Rochester, Pa, took a "Moonlight Excursion" on the
Steamer Washington to Rock Springs.
For a round trip fare of $1.00 excursionists were carried to "Nature's Most Beautiful Park." The steamer advertised 2 cafeterias, popular prices, and 6 spacious decks. Elder's Dreamland Orchestra played on the "Beautiful Roof Garden" during this "Event of the Season."
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