Bethesda, Pennsylvania

Bethesda is an unincorporated community in Lancaster County, in Pennsylvania.[1] It is situated at the junction between T-432 (Hilldale Road) and Pennsylvania Route 372.

History

A post office called Bethesda was established in 1857, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1904.[2] The community was named after the Pool of Bethesda, a place mentioned in the Bible.[3]

References

1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Bethesda, Pennsylvania
2. "Lancaster County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved April 27, 2015.
3. Herschell, Don (September 22, 1995). "Why name your town Ninevah?". Observer-Reporter. pp. B5. Retrieved April 28, 2015.

39°50′45″N 76°18′14″W