Scrapbook, 1913-1962, 1947-1962 (bulk).

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Scrapbook, 1913-1962, 1947-1962 (bulk).

The scrapbook contains many clippings about Bronx (particularly Kingsbridge) history, archaeology, and geology; many articles are by Younkheere or other members of the Kingsbridge Historical Society. Also included are letters to him from archaeologists, historians, historical societies, museums, schools and local institutions about local history and archaeology; many thank him for his walks and lectures. Certificates; tickets to Bronx Historical Society and to Kingsbridge Historical Society events; Kingsbridge Historical Society newsletter, 1962-1963; Younkheere's Report of the Curator, 1963; a typescript essay about the demise of the Putnam Division of New York Railroad; and a pamphlet titled "Kingsbridge Strollers," 1913 are included.

.1 cubic ft.

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Kingsbridge Historical Society.

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Bronx County Historical Society

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Younkheere, George F., 1900-1983.

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Younkheere was a local historian and was curator of the Kingsbridge Historical Society. From the description of Scrapbook. 1913-1962, 1947-1962. (Lehman College Library). WorldCat record id: 46833265 Younkheere was a local historical and curator of the Kingsbridge Historical Society. From the description of Kingsbridge history miscellany, 1915-1967. (Lehman College Library). WorldCat record id: 46833528 Local historian, archaeologist, curato...

New York Railroad Company. Putnam Division.

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