41-696: Buttermilk Falls Natural Area is located in Clyde, Indiana County, Pennsylvania , United States . At 46 feet (14 m), they are one of the highest waterfalls in Pennsylvania . There is also a short trail to a location behind the falls. The site is also notable for being the home of Fred McFeely from 1931 to 1956. Mr. McFeely, from Latrobe, Pennsylvania was the grandfather of Fred Rogers of " Mister Rogers' Neighborhood " on Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Public television stations. The stone foundations of their home, stable and swimming area they used as
82-611: A larger development company based on enlarging their grant of land. They proposed that the entire large area would become a new British colony, possibly to be called Pittsylvania or Vandalia . It was to be bordered on the north and west by the Ohio River , and made up of what are now parts of eastern Kentucky, northern West Virginia (then part of the Virginia Colony), and western Pennsylvania. Anglo-European colonists from Virginia and Pennsylvania had already started to move into
123-633: A rural retreat are still visible. The property is managed by the Indiana County Parks and Trails Department. Indiana County, Pennsylvania Indiana County is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania . It is located in the west central part of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census , the population was 83,246. Its county seat is Indiana . Indiana County comprises the Indiana, PA Micropolitan Statistical Area , which
164-527: Is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania . As of the 2020 census , the population was 80,562. The county seat is Clearfield , and the largest city is DuBois . The county was created in 1804 and later organized in 1822. Clearfield County comprises the DuBois, PA Micropolitan Statistical Area , which is also included in the State College–DuBois, PA Combined Statistical Area . The county
205-781: Is also home to the largest wild area in Pennsylvania, the Quehanna Wild Area . A culturally and historically significant natural formation of massive sandstone megaliths can be found at Bilger's rocks . Lodging/Camping Hunting Fishing Golf Under Pennsylvania law, there are four types of incorporated municipalities: cities , boroughs , townships , and, in at most two cases, towns . The following cities, boroughs and townships are located in Clearfield County: Census-designated places are geographical areas designated by
246-684: Is also included in the Pittsburgh-New Castle-Weirton, PA-WV-OH Combined Statistical Area . The county is part of the Southwest Pennsylvania region of the state. Prior to the Revolutionary War , some settlers proposed this as part of a larger, separate colony to be known as Vandalia, but opposing interests and the war intervened. Afterward, claims to the territory by both the states of Virginia and Pennsylvania had to be reconciled. After this land
287-756: Is land and 7.3 square miles (19 km ) (0.9%) is water. Located in the county is the Buttermilk Falls Natural Area . The county has a humid continental climate which is warm-summer, ( Dfb ) except along the Conemaugh , from below Strangford and the Kiskiminetas River , where it is hot-summer ( Dfa ). Average monthly temperatures in the borough of Indiana range from 27.2 °F in January to 70.9 °F in July. Indiana County
328-774: Is one of the 423 counties served by the Appalachian Regional Commission , and it is identified as part of the "Midlands" by Colin Woodard in his book American Nations: A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America . As of the census of 2000, there were 89,605 people, 34,123 households, and 22,521 families residing in the county. The population density was 108 inhabitants per square mile (42/km ). There were 37,250 housing units at an average density of 45 units per square mile (17/km ). The racial makeup of
369-576: Is part of the North Central Pennsylvania region of the state. Clearfield County was formed by the Act of Assembly by the second Governor of Pennsylvania at the time, Thomas McKean on March 26, 1804. The county was created from parts of the already created counties of Huntingdon and Lycoming . The name for the county was most likely derived from the many cleared fields of the valleys surrounding Clearfield Creek and West Branch of
410-940: Is the site of the Homer City Generating Station , a coal-burning power plant . In 2002 the plant was ranked as second in emissions in the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) in Pennsylvania. In 2003, the plant ranked high in the emissions of both sulfur dioxide and carbon dioxide , ranking 4th and 28th, respectively, in the nation. Such toxic emissions are injurious to people and other living things. Under Pennsylvania law, there are four types of incorporated municipalities: cities , boroughs , townships , and, in at most two cases, towns . The following boroughs and townships are located in Indiana County: Census-designated places are geographical areas designated by
451-751: The 2010 U.S. Census the micropolitan area ranked 4th most populous in the State of Pennsylvania and the 50th most populous in the United States with a population of 88,880. Indiana County is also a part of the Pittsburgh-New Castle-Weirton, PA-OH-WV Combined Statistical Area (CSA) , which combines the population of Indiana, as well as the Allegheny , Armstrong , Beaver , Butler , Fayette , Lawrence , Washington and Westmoreland county areas in Pennsylvania. In West Virginia
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#1732798093530492-539: The DuBois, PA Micropolitan Statistical Area (μSA) . As of the 2010 census the micropolitan area ranked sixth most populous in the State of Pennsylvania and the 65th most populous in the United States, with a population of 81,642. Clearfield County is also a part of the State College–DuBois, PA Combined Statistical Area (CSA) , which combines the populations of both Clearfield and Centre County areas, along with
533-661: The Fort Stanwix Treaty of 1768 . The Iroquois had controlled much of the Ohio River valley as their hunting grounds since the 17th century, and Anglo-American colonists were moving into the area and wanted to develop it. Traders arranged to force the Iroquois to grant land under the treaty in relations to losses due to Pontiac's Rebellion . Some of the grantees joined forces with the Ohio Company , forming
574-537: The Pittsburgh media market . Indiana County is served by three different area codes : 724 , 814 , and 582 . The county proclaims itself the " Christmas Tree Capital of the World", shipping over one million trees annually. Agriculture is a major part of its economy. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 834 square miles (2,160 km ), of which 827 square miles (2,140 km )
615-534: The State College area. The combined statistical area ranked the ninth most populous in Pennsylvania and 125th most populous in the U.S. with a population of 235,632. As of February 6, 2024, there were 47,456 registered voters in Clearfield County. Chart of Voter Registration The county trends Republican in statewide and federal elections. The last Democrat to win a majority in the county
656-488: The U.S. Census Bureau for the purposes of compiling demographic data. They are not actual jurisdictions under Pennsylvania law. Other unincorporated communities, such as villages, may be listed here as well. The population ranking of the following table is based on the 2010 census of Indiana County. * county seat 40°39′N 79°05′W / 40.65°N 79.09°W / 40.65; -79.09 Clearfield County, Pennsylvania Clearfield County
697-532: The Underground Railroad . At least 90 county residents are known to have been conductors or agents, guiding fugitive slaves between hiding places on their way to freedom in Canada. In the 21st century, Indiana County comprises the Indiana, PA Micropolitan Statistical Area . This is included in the Pittsburgh-New Castle-Weirton, PA-WV-OH Combined Statistical Area . It is in the defined region of
738-959: The Underground Railroad . A major feature located in Bloom Township , within the county, is known as Bilger's rocks and exhibits fine examples of exposed sandstone bedrock that was created during the formation of the Appalachian Mountains . The shape of Clearfield County bears an amazing resemblance to that of the state of Arkansas . The county has a warm-summer humid continental climate ( Dfb ). Average monthly temperatures in DuBois range from 24.6 °F in January to 68.6 °F in July, while in Clearfield borough they range from 23.8 °F in January to 69.3 °F in July and in Osceola Mills they range from 24.4 °F in January to 69.1 °F in July. As of
779-509: The census of 2000, there were 83,382 people, 32,785 households, and 22,916 families residing in the county. The population density was 73 people per square mile (28 people/km ). There were 37,855 housing units at an average density of 33 units per square mile (13/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 97.40% White , 1.49% Black or African American , 0.12% Native American , 0.26% Asian , 0.01% Pacific Islander , 0.26% from other races , and 0.46% from two or more races. 0.56% of
820-470: The 423 counties served by the Appalachian Regional Commission , and it is identified as part of the "Midlands" by Colin Woodard in his book American Nations: A History of the Eleven Rival Regional Cultures of North America . The mountainous terrain of the county made traffic difficult for early settlers. Various Native American paths and trails crossing the area were used intermittently by settlers, invading armies, and escaped slaves travelling north along
861-469: The Susquehanna River , formed by the bison herds and also by old corn fields of prior Native Americans tribes. The first board of county commissioners to the county were Roland Curtin, James Fleming and James Smith, all appointed by Governor McKean in 1805. The first act the commissioners did was to create a local government or seat of the newly created county. They came upon land owned at
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#1732798093530902-428: The age of 18 living with them, 54.30% were married couples living together, 8.20% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.00% were non-families. 26.50% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.80% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.47 and the average family size was 2.99. In the county, the population was spread out, with 21.10% under
943-416: The age of 18, 16.60% from 18 to 24, 24.80% from 25 to 44, 22.70% from 45 to 64, and 14.90% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.00 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.60 males. The United States Office of Management and Budget has designated Indiana County as the Indiana, PA Micropolitan Statistical Area (μSA) . As of
984-480: The area, which was identified by these various names as Indiana and the other above names on some maps of the late 1700s. Opposition from other interest groups and the American Revolutionary War intervened before Britain approved such a colony. Afterward, some United States speculators proposed setting up a state in this area to be called Vandalia, or Westsylvania, as appears on some maps of
1025-472: The counties included are Brooke and Hancock . And in Ohio , Jefferson County . The Combined Statistical Area ranked 4th in the State of Pennsylvania and 20th most populous in the United States with a population of 2,660,727. Indiana County has been strongly Republican in presidential elections for most of its history, only backing Democratic party candidates four times in presidential elections from 1880 to
1066-620: The country This proceeding was followed by the trial of the remaining two offenders, who were union representatives, John Siney and Xingo Parks. Siney was then the President of the Miners' National Association (MNA); he had come to Houtzdale and delivered an address of support for the union strike, for which he was arrested. Parks was an able organizer for the MNA. Federal Senator Matthew H. Carpenter of Wisconsin defended both men. At trial, Siney
1107-400: The county has a total area of 1,154 square miles (2,990 km ), of which 1,145 square miles (2,970 km ) is land and 9.2 square miles (24 km ) (0.8%) is water. It is the third-largest county in Pennsylvania by land area and fourth-largest by total area. The West Branch Susquehanna River flows through the county, bisecting the county seat along the way. Clearfield County is one of
1148-445: The county was 96.87% White , 1.57% Black or African American , 0.08% Native American , 0.74% Asian , 0.01% Pacific Islander , 0.16% from other races , and 0.58% from two or more races. 0.51% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 25.9% were of German , 11.6% Italian , 10.7% Irish , 8.6% American , 7.1% English and 6.8% Polish ancestry. There were 34,123 households, out of which 27.90% had children under
1189-669: The early 19th century and during the American Civil War, respectively. The area in Pennsylvania was unrelated to and was physically separated from the later named Indiana Territory established north of the Ohio River in 1800 by the new United States; that territory was eventually admitted to the Union as the State of Indiana. Indiana County was known as a "hotbed of abolition", and was home to at least two African Methodist Episcopal Zion churches as well as other anti-slavery Protestants such as Wesleyan Methodists and Baptists . It
1230-579: The main industry of the county to this day. Founded in 1955, the Hepburnia Coal Company mines and ships coal in addition to several other lines of business. No case tried in the county has caused as much comment as the union conspiracy trials. In all there were fifty-six persons, primarily miners in the Houtzdale region , who were charged with conspiracy as organized strikers. The first case, against John Maloney and fifty-three others,
1271-628: The period. But both the states of Virginia and Pennsylvania claimed the land based on their colonial charters. In establishing the Mason–Dixon line , the federal government assigned the Indiana Grant to Pennsylvania. As population increased after the war, this county was made up in 1803 of territory from Westmoreland and Clearfield counties; it was formally organized in 1806. Kentucky and West Virginia continued to be associated with Virginia for some time, being separately admitted as states in
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1312-501: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 22.9% were of German , 13.6% American , 10.2% English , 9.9% Irish , 9.1% Italian and 6.0% Polish ancestry. There were 32,785 households, out of which 29.70% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.60% were married couples living together, 9.30% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.10% were non-families. 26.30% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.10% had someone living alone who
1353-482: The present day. As of February 5, 2024, there were 48,654 registered voters across Indiana County's 69 precincts: 27,290 Republicans (56.09%); 15,193 Democrats (31.23%), 4,334 Independents (8.91%) and 1,837 from other parties (3.77%). Chart of Voter Registration Source: School districts include: In 2003, the county was recommended for non-attainment under EPA ozone standards based upon mobile source contribution to smog -forming emissions . The county
1394-648: The time by Abraham Witmer at a village known as Chincleclamousche , named after the Native American chief of the Cornplanter 's tribe of Senecas . Clearfield became the new name of the old village. The two major industries of the county from the mid-1800s until the early 1900s were lumber and coal. Lumber was still being floated down the West Branch of the Susquehanna up until 1917. Coal remains
1435-486: Was Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964, while Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton winning pluralities in the county, with the former by 88 votes. In 2006, Democrat Bob Casey Jr. received 55% of its vote when he unseated incumbent Republican US Senator Rick Santorum and Ed Rendell received 50.2% of the vote against Lynn Swann . Each of the three row-office statewide winners carried Clearfield in 2008. There are two Pennsylvania state parks in Clearfield County. Clearfield County
1476-524: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.94. In the county, the population was spread out, with 22.70% under the age of 18, 7.70% from 18 to 24, 28.80% from 25 to 44, 23.90% from 45 to 64, and 16.90% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 99.50 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.50 males. The United States Office of Management and Budget has designated Clearfield County as
1517-423: Was acquitted; Parks was found guilty of inciting unlawful assembly and sentenced to one year's imprisonment, but pardoned within a month from the time sentence was pronounced. These cases led in the next year to a liberalization of the Pennsylvania conspiracy law, through amendment providing that only "force, threat, or menace of harm to person or property" would be illegal. According to the U.S. Census Bureau ,
1558-588: Was also in Indiana, local abolitionist leader James Moorhead published several anti-slavery newspapers. The first of these was The Clarion of Freedom , founded in 1843. Moorhead eventually sold the Clarion and founded a new anti-slavery paper, the Indiana Independent, which he published until his death in 1857. The Independent was published by his son J. W. Moorhead after his death. Blairsville
1599-569: Was assigned to Pennsylvania by the federal government according to the placement of the Mason–Dixon line , Indiana County was created on March 30, 1803, from parts of Westmoreland and Clearfield counties and was formally organized in 1806. Indiana County (Indiana meaning "land of the Indians") derives its name from the so-called "Indiana Grant of 1768" that the Iroquois Six Nations were forced to make to "suffering traders" under
1640-456: Was home to another abolitionist newspaper, The Appalachian , which was pro- Free Soil from 1848. Some of the nearby anti-slavery families like the Mitchells and Van Leers, became conductors or contributors in 1958. In a letter to abolitionist Theodore Parker , a local geologist Peter Lesley stated there we over 3,000 men helping the railroad in the area. Indiana County was an active hub of
1681-404: Was tried in 1875, before a jury with Judge Orvis presiding. All were found guilty, although they seem to have been solely peacefully picketing. Four were sentenced to one year's imprisonment and eight, to six months; the others' sentences were suspended. As every organized labor society in the United States was interested in the result, the events of the trial and verdict were telegraphed throughout