Toby Leech was a successful businessman and was involved in many enterprises upon his arrival in Cheltenham. Both were actively involved in the religious, political and social growth of the new community. They are considered to be the Township's Founding Fathers. Two of the "First Purchasers," Toby Leech and Richard Wall, settled in the Township and became instrumental in its early beginnings. Each was deeded a small parcel of land in the City of Philadelphia and a larger area, comprising of between 100 and 500 acres, in Cheltenham Township. William Penn deeded land grants to fifteen fellow Englishmen. It was not until Septemthat Montgomery County was formed and Cheltenham became its smallest Township. The majority of homes were built prior to 1960.Ĭheltenham Township was created in 1682 as part of Philadelphia County. Communities include: Cedarbrook, La Mott, Wyncote, Cheltenham Village and Elkins Park.Īpproximately 63 percent of residences are single family. Chief, Joshua Wanick- Junior Firefighter, and Larry Seiberlich - FVFC Fire Police.The township was established by English Quakers in 1682. Memorial Foundation, Tony Saxton - FVFC Chief, Eric Wanick - FVFC Asst. Visit their site and read about David and the mission of the foundation. Please help us in properly thank them with a comment!Īnd please consider a donation to the foundation. We are beyond grateful and thankful for the foundation's support. It is our priority to ensure the safety of our first responders, those that put their lives on the line to protect our and the surrounding community. Their generous grant will be used to purchase new boots and flashlights for our firefighters. are ecstatic to announce that FVFC is the recipient of a Grant from the Helmets Off 4 David - THE DAVID G. The Board, Officers, and Members of the Fleetville Volunteer Fire Company of Benton Twp. Posted from the Fleetville Volunteer Fire Company Facebook page:
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