Language: English / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1955">1955</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1959">1959</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Needlework Guild of America, Norristown Branch records, 1894-1961 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.5 linear feet
Abstract:: The Needlework Guild of America, a charitable organization that collects and distributes articles of clothing to the needy, was founded in Philadelphia in 1885. The Norristown branch began in 1894 and disbanded in 1961. The Needlework Guild of America, Norristown Branch records, 1894-1961, include administrative and financial records spanning the life of the branch.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church records, 1834-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.2 linear feet
Abstract:: The Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, established in 1834, is the oldest church in Ambler, Pennsylvania. The Mount Pleasant Baptist Church records, 1834-1977, include administrative and financial records of the organization.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

A. K. Shearer & Son records, 1868-1913 (bulk) 1868-1966 (inclusive)

Extent:: 8.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Abel K. Shearer started a lumber company in North Wales, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania in 1861. The A. K. Shearer Lumber Company was still active as of 2012. The A. K. Shearer & Son Lumber Company records, 1868-1966 [bulk 1868-1913], are comprised of daybooks, ledgers, and cashbooks.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

John Stirling Thompson papers, 1907-1994 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.9 linear feet
Abstract:: John S. Thompson (1902-1997) was a life-long resident of Norristown, Pennsylvania. After retirement, he earned college degrees and volunteered with the Christ Church United Church of Christ, Norristown State Hospital, and Boy Scouts of America. The John S. Thompson papers, 1907-1994, consist of two boxes of materials relating to family history, local music, and community involvement. There are also photographs, correspondence, and music programs from time periods throughout his life.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

Frank Zissa letters, 1901-1919 (bulk) 1901-1987 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Frank Zissa (1878-1957) was born in Germany, but emigrated in 1889 and settled in Stowe, Pennsylvania. Zissa fought in the Spanish-American War, then joined the Marine Corps and served on campaigns in Nicaragua, Haiti, Mexico, Panama, China, Japan, and many other countries. The Frank Zissa letters, 1901-1987, consist primarily of letters from Frank to his wife, with additional correspondence with other family members, 1901-1919.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

Historical Society of Montgomery County oversized documents collection, circa 1816-2010

Extent:: 18.9 linear feet
Abstract:: The Historical Society of Montgomery County oversize documents collection, circa 1816-2010, is comprised of oversized maps, photographs, blueprints, and documents which depict or are related to Montgomery County, Pennsylvania and the United States.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

Historical Society of Montgomery County photograph collection, circa 1850-1970

Extent:: 60.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The Historical Society of Montgomery County photograph collection, circa 1850-1970, is comprised primarily of photographs, with a number of negatives, glass plates, daguerreotypes/cased photographs, tintypes, and printer's plates. The photographs depict people, places, events, and businesses in and around Montgomery County, Pennsylvania.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

Octave Club of Norristown records, 1921-1996 (inclusive)

Extent:: 7.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The Octave Club of Norristown was founded in 1916 as a women's chorus. The organization quickly expanded to include various other forms of music and education. The Octave Club of Norristown closed in 2009, but the Junior Octave Club was still active as of 2012. The Octave Club of Norristown records, 1921-1966, are comprised of administrative and financial records, as well as scrapbooks and ephemera.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

Harry E. Reiff genealogy research files, 1984-1996 (bulk) 1897-1996 (inclusive)

Extent:: 5.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Harry E. Reiff (1924-) is a genealogist from Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Reiff published a family genealogy titled The Reiffs in America in 1986. The Harry E. Reiff genealogy research files, 1897-1996, consist of genealogical research materials including correspondence, family data sheets, research notes, and a small amount of primary materials.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

William L. Hires genealogy research on Keyser-Shelmire family, 1950-1970 (bulk) 1833-1988 (inclusive)

Extent:: 3.0 linear feet
Abstract:: William Leland Hires (1918-2009) was a psychologist, military veteran, and genealogist and local historian who resided in Haverford, Delaware County, Pennsylvania. The William L. Hires genealogy research on Keyser-Shelmire family, 1833-1988, consists of genealogical research on members of the Keyser-Shelmire families. This material includes family data sheets, correspondence, research notes, and copies of research notes, filed by family member. There is a small amount of original primary source material in the collection.

Held at: Historical Society of Montgomery County [Contact Us]

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