This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: svcstarz Surnames: Klahr, Merkey Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.berks/10209/mb.ashx Message Board Post: In 2014 Bethel, a small village in the northwestern part of Berks County, Pennsylvania, will be celebrating its bicentennial. A committee has been formed to plan for this celebration, and is seeking information regarding the history of Bethel (formerly called Millersburg). Any photos or memorabilia is of interest (the older the better!), as is information on any current and past families and/or businesses. Special wants include information pertaining to the following: * families living in and around Bethel in 1810 (and earlier) * Klahr bicycles * the Bethel Transit Company (Merkey family) * the area schools * Bethel during various times in history, including World Wars I and II, the Great Depression, Hurricane Agnes (the Flood of 1972), the World's Fairs and Expositions, etc. If anyone has any memorabilia or memories to share, please contact us! The committee hopes to have various historical/genealogical displays for the bicentennial celebration, and also publish a book. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.