Bradford Era – In a world too often divided by conflict and misunderstanding, a quiet but powerful symbol of hope now stands in Smethport.

Sponsored by the Smethport Rotary Club, the newly installed Peace Pole at Hamlin Memorial Library is a visible reminder of shared humanity and a longing for harmony, representatives said.

Smethport Rotary Club members Tony Herzog, Joy Ammerman, Holy McCrary and Sue McClelland pose with the newly installed Peace Pole near Hamlin Memorial Library.

Located on the front corner of the library lot, the pole bears a simple yet profound message: “May peace prevail on earth.” The phrase is written in four languages with one language for each side. They are English, French, Italian and Swedish.

“The peace pole is an internationally recognized symbol of the hopes and dreams of the entire human family,” said Joy Ammerman, of the Rotary. Read More