The Black Moose in Pennsylvania

Name: The Black Moose in Pennsylvania
Author: Henry W. Shoemaker

By Henry W. Shoemaker

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The author compiles paleontological, historical, and oral-tradition evidence to argue that the eastern moose once penetrated Pennsylvania as irregular migrants. He reviews fossil finds, travelers' and local accounts, surveys hunters' traditions and place-names preserving moose associations across northern and eastern counties, and examines horn specimens and the long-standing nomenclatural distinction between darker and paler moose types. The essay traces how shifting habitat and human settlement drove moose southward only intermittently, leaving material, documentary, and toponymic traces of their former and occasional presence.

About the Author

Henry W. Shoemaker

Henry W. Shoemaker was an American author and folklorist known for his contributions to the preservation of Pennsylvania's cultural heritage. He collected and published various folk tales, legends, and historical accounts that reflect the rich traditions of the region. His notable works include "Allegheny Episodes / Folk Lore and Legends Collected in Northern and Western Pennsylvania," which showcases the folklore of the area, and "Some Forgotten Pennsylvania Heroines," highlighting the stories of women who played significant roles in the state's history. Shoemaker's writings serve as an important resource for understanding the local history and folklore of Pennsylvania.