The Dresser Mansion; the Home of Solomon Dresser, 1903-1986.

‘’The Dresser Mansion; the Home of Solomon Dresser, 1903-1986’’, by the Bradford Landmark Society. Published 2007. Soft cover, 68 pages, black & white photos and some color. Dimensions: 8-1/2 in. x 11 in. Cost $24.50 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

The Dresser Mansion at 149 Jackson Avenue was the dream of Solomon Dresser, founder of Dresser Industries. Destroyed by fire in 1986, the mansion is still remembered as one of the finest in the oil region. This book includes information on Dresser’s life, his family, the history of the mansion, its tragic end, floor plans, and a complete reproduction of the souvenir book that Dresser published following the completion of his home.

Around Bradford

“Around Bradford” by Sally Ryan Costik and the Bradford Landmark Society. Published 1997 by Arcadia Publishing. Soft cover, 128 pages, black & white photos. Dimensions: 6-1/2 in. x 9-1/4 in. Cost $24.50 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

Showcases the everyday lives of Bradford citizens-people laboring in the oil fields or industries or stores; events that entertained, sorrowed, or thrilled; and buildings that marked the streets and are so much a part of the town. Covering the late 1850s to the mid 1940s.

Around Bradford II

"Around Bradford II" by Sally Ryan Costik and the Bradford Landmark Society. Published 1998 by Arcardia Publishing. Soft cover, 128 pages, black & white photos. Dimensions: 6-1/2 in. x 9-1/4 in. Cost $24.50 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

Take a unique look at the history of the City of Bradford, from the early 1900s to the years following World War II, through the images of over 200 photographs taken from the collection of the city's historical society.

Buy Around Bradford and Around Bradford Volume II as a set and save. Cost $36.50 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

Looking Down From Above

"Looking Down From Above" by Michael J. Fuoco, Editor, with a foreword by D. B. Tanner, III. Published 2008 by The Bradford Landmark Society. Soft cover, wire-bound in landscape mode, 248 pages with 111 black and white photos. Dimensions: 11-3/4 in. x 8-1/2 in. Cost $35.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

The magnificent artistry of Bradford's own aerial photographer, Donald B. Tanner is showcased in this volume representing Bradford, PA scenery, buildings, and streets during the period 1953 through 1968. Also included are a few photos of nearby New York State. The photographs were scanned from the original negatives and are fully identified with detailed captions.

Historic Main Street

"Historic Main Street" by Sally Ryan Costik and The Bradford Landmark Society. Published 2003 by The Bradford Landmark Society. Black & white photos, 40 pages. Dimensions: 8-1/2 in. x 11 in., soft-cover, heavy matte paper. Cost $24.50 (shipping and handling to U.S. addresses included).

Devoted exclusively to Bradford's Main Street, every address on this historic street is covered in-depth, from "birth" through 2003 by means of detailed text and photographs.

A Collector's Guide to the Wooden Collectible Miniature Buildings of Bradford

"A Collector's Guide to the Wooden Collectible Miniature Buildings of Bradford" by Sally Ryan Costik and Larry Richmond. Soft cover, spiral-bound, 38 pages, color photos on semi-gloss paper, 2006. Dimensions: 5-3/4 in. x 8-1/2 in. Cost $15.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

Bradford is a special place and nothing shows our pride in our small town more than the wonderful variety of the 33 different miniature, hand-crafted wooden replicas that have been created over the past 20 years. This small spiral-bound colorful book captures the image, the history, and the story behind each building.

The Gamble for Glory in the World's First Billion Dollar Oilfield

"The Gamble for Glory in the World's First Billion Dollar Oilfield" by Linda K. Delaney. Soft cover, sepia-tone photos on semi-gloss paper, 59 pages, 2007. Dimensions: 7-3/4 in. x 7-3/4 in. Cost $24.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

Learn the history of the Bradford oilfield and how developments from the oil boom days still impact the area today. Written in an entertaining style to preserve the colorful oil field history of the Bradford area.

The Case Cutlery Dynasty, Tested XX

"The Case Cutlery Dynasty, Tested XX" by Brad Lockwood. Hard cover, 320 pages, black & white photos. Dimensions: 8-3/4 in. x 5-1/2 in., 2005. Cost $26.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

Informative and entertaining book by a Case family descendant, examining the history, trials, troubles, and successes of the famous Case knife brand. Well documented with photographs; autographed by the author.

A Pocket of Peace, a History of Bradford 1879-1979

"A Pocket of Peace, a History of Bradford 1879-1979" by Mary Ann Johnston. Soft cover, 96 pages, black & white photos. Dimensions: 6 in. x 9 in., 1974. Cost $9.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

Written to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the city, Mary Ann Johnston describes the growth and development of Bradford since its original charter in 1879. Illustrated with photographs and filled with selected topics that cover our history, this book is a charming tribute to our past.

Greater Bradford Bicentennial 1776-1976

"Greater Bradford Bicentennial 1776-1976". Soft cover, 76 pages, black & white photos. Dimensions: 6 in. x 9 in., 1974. Cost $9.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included).

A combined effort of several well-known Bradfordians, who donated their time and talents to "tell the story of Bradford" in their own words, this small book was an important fundraiser for the Greater Bradford Bicentennial Committee.

The Story of Bradford DVD

DVD Format (converted from original film to VHS, then to DVD). Cost $26.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included)

Filmed nearly 75 years ago, this charming movie tells the story of two Bradford childhood sweethearts, Stan and Bubbles, who reunite in Bradford after many long years. Filmed entirely on location in Bradford in May 1936, the film captures people, places, businesses, stores and locations. Many scenes have changed dramatically over the years and viewers of this DVD will enjoy the visual reminder of Bradford's olden days. Black and white. Approx. 50 minutes.

Bradford in Reel Life, and Old Home Days Celebration DVD

DVD Format (converted from original film to VHS, then to DVD). Cost $26.00 (shipping & handling to U.S. addresses included)

Filmed on location in the mid-1930s, these movies were designed to promote the hometown quality of life in Bradford. Each is a visual collection of activities in the city, including scenes of Jackson Avenue, the PONY League baseball games, a beautiful baby contest, a carnival on Chambers Street, a parade down Main Street, people enjoying the festivities, and many more scenes of life in that era. Bradford in Reel Life is in color, but no sound. Old Home Week has musicial accompaniment.