George W. Holstein family papers 1817-1927

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George W. Holstein family papers 1817-1927

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George Washington Holstein, M.D., was a prominent citizen of Bridgeport in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. He was at times a burgess, postmaster, and school director. He was a Civil War veteran and long-time member of the Odd Fellows. The George W. Holstein family papers, 1817-1927, consist primarily of Dr. Holstein's journals, notebooks, essays, and correspondence. There are also some journals and papers from other family members.

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Historical Society of Montgomery County

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Historical Society of Montgomery County

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