Historical Collection of Freeport, Pennsylvania

Online Auction

Bidding Ends: Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM with a 20 Sec. Soft Close.

To Bid: turnkeyliquidators.hibid.com

This week’s auction is more than a sale of historic objects: it is an opportunity to carry Freeport’s stories forward. Freeport Pennsylvania’s rich history extends well beyond its founding in 1833. Lifelong resident Gordon Breneman, now 84, has devoted much of his life to collecting artifacts, memorabilia, and other items that connect the town’s past with its present. He purchased the 144-year-old Episcopal Church on High St. in Freeport, many years ago, to display his extensive collection and has now decided to part with it. From photographs and postcards to the tools of everyday life, these objects offer a tangible connection to the community’s shared history. As the collection passes into new hands, its significance lies not only in what each piece is, but in the stories it can continue to tell. 

Freeport History and Local Records

·        Extensive collections of Freeport, PA photographs and postcards dating back to the 1800s

·        Freeport, PA maps dating back to 1854

·        Extensive collection of Freeport advertising

·        Large collection of Freeport Bank memorabilia

·        Freeport, PA school memorabilia

·        Armstrong County cemetery records dating back to 1860

·        Newspapers dating back to 1865

·        Old stock certificates

·        Kellogg telephone from Freeport Telephone Co.

·        US Mail badges from Tarentum, PA

·        Tarentum, PA Fire Department badge

Military Memorabilia

·        World War II Navy and Army uniforms

·        World War II Japanese cavalry saddle

·        Military medals

·        48-star flag

·        Full, untouched military footlockers

·        Military bayonet

·        Erfurt German military sword

Archaeology, Industry, and Transportation

·        Weathered fossils, rocks, arrowheads, and archaeological tools discovered in Armstrong County, PA

·        Pennsylvania Railroad photographs and other memorabilia

·        Carman & Crawford brass locomotive whistle

·        Mining lamps

·        Old farm tools

Clothing, Jewelry, and Recreation

·        Vintage Freeport T-shirts, crewnecks, jackets, and more

·        1926 Freeport baseball uniform

·        Edwardian clothing

·        Carved jadeite hairpin and antique costume jewelry

·        Old fishing and hunting licenses

·        Collection of pocket and hunting knives

·        Large collection of vintage fishing rods, reels, and lures

·        Vintage Boy Scout memorabilia

Photography, Medical Items, and Books

·        Collection of Canon camera lenses

·        Vintage cameras

·        Turn-of-the-century medical glass film

·        Local apothecary bottles

·        Antique books

Household Collectibles, Displays, and Toys

·        1930s Maytag store display

·        Brass coal oil lamp

·        Uranium glass marbles

·        Tobacco and candy tins and boxes

·        License plate toppers

·        Vintage toys, including diecast trucks, tractors, a kick scooter, dolls, games, action figures, lead soldiers, and more

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Bidding and Soft Close

Bidding ends Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 6:00 PM, with a 20-second soft close.

Bid at turnkeyliquidators.hibid.com.

Lots close in order at 20-second intervals, beginning with the first lot. A bid placed during a lot’s final 20 seconds extends bidding on that lot by 20 seconds.

Pickup and Forfeiture Deadline

Pickup: Wednesday, November 11, 2026, from 2:00–6:00 PM White Church, corner of 6^th & High Street, Freeport, PA.

Items not picked up or coordinated for shipping by 6:00 PM EST on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, will be considered forfeited.

Shipping Arrangements

Shipping availability varies by lot.

Turn Key does not ship items directly or answer shipping questions. We coordinate shipping with South Pike Postal & Notary, a third-party shipper. Direct all shipping questions to them at 724-540-1550.

You must notify Turn Key of your shipping request before 6:00 PM EST on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Email turnkeycleanouts@yahoo.com or select the shipping option during registration.

Shipping Timeline

Turn Key will deliver your items to the shipper by close of business on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

·        South Pike Postal will contact you to arrange shipping and process shipping payment.

·        Expect a call within 5–7 business days after the auction closes. They will make two attempts to reach you by phone.

·        Save their number, 724-540-1550, especially if your voicemail is not set up or you do not check it.

Payment and Tax Status

Turn Key will charge the credit card on file within 24 hours after the auction closes.

To request approval as a cash buyer, email turnkeycleanouts@yahoo.com before bidding. Requests submitted after 6:00 PM on November 10, 2026, will not be considered.

This auction is tax-exempt.

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Contact Information

Email: turnkeycleanouts@yahoo.com

Talisa Harshman, Auctioneer AU6403: 412-576-6220

Jeff Harshman, Owner: 412-689-2743