The Slave House

Jan 1

Documentary Film

The Slave House is an abandoned residence located in Tioga County, New York. Constructed in 1830, it is alleged to have been the former home of slaves owned by Colonel William Ransom. The last occupants, Marvin and Beatrice Godfrey, operated a print shop from the house for decades. "Marvelous Marv" gained local notoriety for his eccentricity and involvement in various ventures within the community.

Aerial Photo - 1990

Drone Photo - 2023

Historic 1800's Slave Home

"Basic" Kitchen Sink

Living Room/Marv's Office

FIVE LINE - "Round After Round, Your Real Long-Distance" Champion

IBM Tanker Desk

Ink Stained Brayer Rollers

Beatrice's Home Printing Press Office

8 x 5 Letter Press

Ink, Hand Tools, and Stamps on Workbench

Marvelous Marv's Mysteries

Murder Mysteries

Antique Printing Press Workshop

Hand Operated Printing Press

Linotype Model 29 - Built 1936

90 Character Linotype Keyboard

1980's Gas Station Slips

Gothic Script Typeface

A. B. Dick Model 350 Offset Printing Press (1956)

Bryant Neal

The brains behind Abandoned Upstate, I'm a die-hard fan of old cars and all things abandoned. When I'm not out exploring, you can bet I'm probably camping on the roof of our trusty Land Cruiser. After all, adventure knows no bounds!

https://bryantneal.com

The Slave House

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