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Historical Society of Fort Washington subject files, 1832-2010 (inclusive)

Extent:
16.75 linear feet
Abstract:
Fort Washington, Pennsylvania (now a part of Upper Dublin Township and Whitemarsh Township) was settled in the 18th century by German immigrants and is known for its role in the Revolutionary War. The Historical Society of Fort Washington subject files, 1832-2010, are on topics of local interest, such as churches, schools, and businesses; monuments and historic sites; battles and wars; family genealogies and genealogical research aids; mills and farms; etc. Most of the collection consists of newspaper clippings and secondary histories, but there are some pamphlets, photographs, and scattered primary materials.

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Historical Society of Fort Washington photograph and film collection, 1885-2002 (inclusive)

Extent:
2.75 linear feet
Abstract:
Fort Washington, Pennsylvania (now a part of Upper Dublin Township and Whitemarsh Township) was settled in the 18th century by German immigrants and is a known for its role in the Revolutionary War. The Historical Society of Fort Washington photograph and film collection, 1885-2002, contains photographs and film depicting people and places in the vicinity of Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.

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Historical Society of Montgomery County scrapbooks collection, 1839-1982 (inclusive)

Extent:
42.0 linear feet
Abstract:
The Historical Society of Montgomery County scrapbooks collection, 1839-1982, consists primarily of scrapbooks compiled by various individuals, along with some compiled by HSMC staff and volunteers. The majority have a local focus and consist primarily of newspaper clippings. There are scrapbooks devoted to prominent local citizens, nearby regions, or national events; and there are also numerous scrapbooks by named individuals with items of personal interest.

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Historical Society of Montgomery County school records collection, 1814-1989 (inclusive)

Extent:
11.5 linear feet
Abstract:
Historical Society of Montgomery County school records collection, 1814-1989, consists of miscellaneous records from schools in the vicinity of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Many different types of schools are represented in the collection, including public, private, and religious (both sunday schools and seminaries); the educational level ranges from primary to post-secondary. There are many types of records from both school districts and individual schools, including minute books, classroom attendance rolls, school catalogs and publications, teachers' monthly reports, etc.

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Historical Society of Montgomery County business records collection, 1766-1985 (inclusive)

Extent:
13.0 linear feet
Abstract:
Historical Society of Montgomery County business records collection, 1766-1985, consists of miscellaneous records from businesses in the vicinity of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. Dozens of different types of businesses are represented in the collection, including general stores, blacksmiths and forges, banks and insurance companies, post offices, and others. Most of the records are financial--account books, daybooks, ledgers, etc.--but there is also some correspondence and other types of records.

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Zendt family papers, 1887-1976 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.0 linear feet
Abstract:
George N. Zendt (1877-1941) was a banker in Souderton, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. With his wife M. Eva Zendt (1878-1957) he had four children, including Harvey B. Zendt and the Rev. A. Randal Zendt (1902-1976). The Zendt family papers, 1887-1976, include financial records and personal papers from various members of the Zendt family, as well as genealogical information.

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Bertolet Burying Ground Association records, 1874-1992 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.5 linear feet
Abstract:
The Bertolet Meeting House and Burial Ground is a restored one-story brick Mennonite meeting house with a burial ground in Upper Frederick, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The Bertolet Burying Ground Association records, 1874-1992, consist primarily of financial and administrative records of the Bertolet Burying Ground Association, with genealogical research on the Bertolet family. It features minute books dating from the start of the organization, in 1889, through 1992; most of the remaining materials date from the 1970s to the 1990s.

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Exchange Club of Norristown records, 1938-1985 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.2 linear feet
Abstract:
The Exchange Club of Norristown was founded in 1938 as a civic organization focused on the betterment of the Norristown community. The Exchange Club of Norristown records, 1938-1985, contain administrative records, financial records, and scrapbooks.

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Lucy Powel papers, 1928-1977 (inclusive)

Extent:
1.25 linear feet
Abstract:
Lucy Powel, a resident of Norristown, Pennsylvania, was a teacher and avid short story writer. The Lucy Powel papers, 1928-1977, consist of manuscripts for short stories and articles by Powell, with accompanying editorial correspondence, invitations, and miscellaneous papers.

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

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Historical Society of Montgomery County postcard collection, circa 1900-1975

Extent:
3.0 linear feet
Abstract:
The Historical Society of Montgomery County postcard collection, circa 1900-1975, consists of postcards, mostly dating from the 1910-1940s, depicting scenes in the vicinity of Montgomery County and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The collection is organized by location.

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