Wednesday, December 11, 2019

The Founding of Bensalem Township.

Perhaps other parts of the U.S. know about neighboring Philadelphia and little else.  Those around Bensalem, PA know that their tradition goes back to the 17th century before there was a United States of America.  Our township seal states that the town was established in 1692, but as far back as 1670, the land was surveyed for residency on orders of the governor.

Joseph Growden was one of the original landowners and his legacy lives on even to this day.  Soon after he arrived, he built himself a beautiful residence on the northern part of his manor in Bensalem.  Just a bit later, more English colonists would immigrate into the township and influence it.

Yes, Bensalem, Pennsylvania is rich in history.  Today, when people need plumbing work done here or anywhere around Bucks and Montgomery counties they call Joe Canty.  Joe is the owner of All Drains Plumbing.  From all of the Canty family to all of you in our beautiful, historic area Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season.

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