The Shelly Connection - Hidden SecretsThis book covers the Mennonite Shelly family and their migration from Bern, Switzerland, to Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, in the early 18th century and specifically their history in the settlement of the Susquehanna Valley; with emphasis on their history and ownership of islands in the Susquehanna River. It lists the Shelly descendants and associated family members including: Croll, Etter, Hershey, Rife, and many other associated families. Written

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There is also a separate classified business directory at the end of the publication

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the story of the family grows for four more generations

Briefly outlines six related families including Bar

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Following the detailed European background

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