Subject: Genealogy / Place: Montgomery County (Pa.) / Year: <span class="from" data-blrl-begin="1970">1970</span> to <span class="to" data-blrl-end="1974">1974</span> - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Conshohocken Historical Society family vertical files, 1863-2012 (inclusive)

Extent:: 5.5 linear feet
Abstract:: The Conshohocken Historical Society family vertical files, 1863-2012, are comprised of genealogical research on families from the Conshohocken area.

Held at: Conshohocken Historical Society [Contact Us]

Erb family papers, 1893-1981 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Dr. Russell C. Erb (1899-1968) was a prominent professor of physiological chemistry who lived in Conshohocken, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. William H. Erb was a pastor who married Andora Fryer in 1896. The Erb family papers, 1893-1931, contain newspaper clippings, genealogy research, articles, publications, marriage certificates, diplomas, year books and student records, pastoral records, and other miscellaneous papers pertaining to the Erb family, especially Russell C. and William H. Erb.

Held at: Conshohocken Historical Society [Contact Us]

Historical Society of Montgomery County family files, circa 1880-2012

Extent:: 56.25 linear feet
Abstract:: The Historical Society of Montgomery County family files, circa 1880-2012, contain research notes, typescript family histories, newspaper clippings (especially obituaries), and a few photographs. Materials on over 1,800 individual names are filed alphabetically.

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

Historical Society of Montgomery County family papers collection, 1690-2000 (inclusive)

Extent:: 51.0 linear feet
Abstract:: The Historical Society of Montgomery County family papers collection, 1690-2000, consists of miscellaneous original papers from families and individuals in the vicinity of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Over 150 different family names are represented, including several significant individuals such as John F. Hartranft (1830-1889), Governor of Pennsylvania from 1873 to 1879. There are myriad record types, including account books and financial records, diaries, letters, docket books, certificates and vital records, and genealogical research notes.

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

Historical Society of Montgomery County Winfield S. Hancock collection, 1841-1995 (inclusive)

Extent:: 2.5 linear feet
Abstract:: Winfield S. Hancock (1824-1886) was a decorated Union General in the Civil War, and a native of Norristown, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The Historical Society of Montgomery County Winfield S. Hancock collection, 1841-1995, includes papers from Winfield S. Hancock and his family members, as well as more recent materials relating to Hancock's tomb. The papers directly stemming from Winfield S. Hancock include letters and account books, and were primarily collected by Gen. Hancock's friend and attorney Benjamin E. Chain.

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

Missimer family papers, circa 1953-1977

Extent:: 5.0 linear feet
Abstract:: Cassimer Missimer (1708-1812) was the progenitor of the Missimer family in America. He operated a tanyard and was an active member of the oldest German Lutheran Church in America, the New Hanover Lutheran Church in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The Missimer family papers, circa 1953-1977, consist of genealogical research notes and photographs.

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]

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]

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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