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Armstrong County’s Historic Sites Survey
Nearly 50 historic sites in Apollo & North Apollo PA were included this 1980 survey, including Simon Truby’s farmhouse.
Photograph Forensics
The earliest known photo of Simon Truby’s farmhouse circa 1890 includes Simon’s wife Elizabeth and their grown son Henry.
Simon Truby Farmland
Simon Truby’s farmland purchased in 1843 (green) makes up about 1/3 of today’s Apollo borough (light red) as well as Pegtown and part of North Apollo.
Families who lived here
In the ~170 years since it was built, 7 families have owned the house, and at least 1 family has rented.
Simon Tips His Hat
Records show that Simon Truby bought a chip hat for 25 cents in 1838. A fashion trend that bears repeating?
